Philadelphia school district updates $2.8B plan: fewer closures, more modernizations
The School District of Philadelphia has released an updated version of its $2.8 billion Facilities Master Plan, scaling back the number of school closures and outlining a path to modernize buildings.
The School District of Philadelphia has released an updated version of its $2.8 billion Facilities Master Plan, scaling back the number of school closures and outlining a path to modernize buildings.
Parents, teachers question Philadelphia plan to close 20 schools
The School District of Philadelphia is considering a $2.8 billion facilities plan that could close 20 schools, prompting community concerns discussed at a recent town hall.
The School District of Philadelphia is considering a $2.8 billion facilities plan that could close 20 schools, prompting community concerns discussed at a recent town hall.
Philadelphia’s $2.8 billion school modernization plan faces criticism from parents, City Council members
Philadelphia's $2.8 billion plan to modernize its schools is facing criticism amongst parents and members of the Philadelphia City Council as the district considers closing over a dozen schools.
Philadelphia's $2.8 billion plan to modernize its schools is facing criticism amongst parents and members of the Philadelphia City Council as the district considers closing over a dozen schools.
$2.8B Philadelphia schools plan would modernize some buildings, close others
Philadelphia's proposed $2.8 billion Facilities Master Plan aims to modernize schools, improve conditions, and close nearly two dozen buildings, with funding distributed across all city council districts.
Philadelphia's proposed $2.8 billion Facilities Master Plan aims to modernize schools, improve conditions, and close nearly two dozen buildings, with funding distributed across all city council districts.
School District of Philadelphia proposes closure of 20 schools to enhance educational opportunities
The School District of Philadelphia is proposing the closure of 20 schools as part of a sweeping plan to "increase access to high-quality academic and extracurricular programs."
The School District of Philadelphia is proposing the closure of 20 schools as part of a sweeping plan to "increase access to high-quality academic and extracurricular programs."
Philadelphia schools see progress: 2 new schools, rising scores
School District of Philadelphia and city leaders detail their vision for the year which includes new schools and the use of vacant buildings.
School District of Philadelphia and city leaders detail their vision for the year which includes new schools and the use of vacant buildings.
Philly's Quinta Brunson launches field trip fund for 117,000 students
Quinta Brunson has launched a field trip fund aimed at covering costs for field trips for more than 117,000 students throughout The School District of Philadelphia.
Quinta Brunson has launched a field trip fund aimed at covering costs for field trips for more than 117,000 students throughout The School District of Philadelphia.
Philly school district: Fewer dropouts, improved attendance, test scores
Over the past three years, the school district's student and teacher attendance has increased, as well as test scores for students in grades 3 through 8.
Over the past three years, the school district's student and teacher attendance has increased, as well as test scores for students in grades 3 through 8.
Here's how Philly's new school selection process works
The citywide admissions process, as well as the admissions process to Philadelphia's magnet schools, is changing, and applications are now open for the 2026-27 school year.
The citywide admissions process, as well as the admissions process to Philadelphia's magnet schools, is changing, and applications are now open for the 2026-27 school year.
SEPTA service cuts clash with first day of school in Philadelphia
The first day of school in Philadelphia will come with a commuting headache for some who rely on SEPTA, after the transit system slashed services by 20% on Sunday.
The first day of school in Philadelphia will come with a commuting headache for some who rely on SEPTA, after the transit system slashed services by 20% on Sunday.
School District of Philadelphia, teachers union reach tentative contract on eve of first day of school
The School District of Philadelphia and the city's teachers' union reached a tentative contract agreement with just hours to spare before the first day of school.
The School District of Philadelphia and the city's teachers' union reached a tentative contract agreement with just hours to spare before the first day of school.
Philadelphia teachers prepare for possible strike as first day of school approaches
Philadelphia teachers are preparing for a possible strike with just two weeks to go until students return to class.
Philadelphia teachers are preparing for a possible strike with just two weeks to go until students return to class.
Philly residents asked for input on school buildings in facilities planning forums
The last time the School District of Philadelphia closed some schools it caused some real heartache for some neighborhoods. So, this time around, before they make any decisions, district officials say they’re trying to get as much input from the community as possible.
The last time the School District of Philadelphia closed some schools it caused some real heartache for some neighborhoods. So, this time around, before they make any decisions, district officials say they’re trying to get as much input from the community as possible.
Parents, administrators unhappy as South Philly charter school set to close after 2025-2026 school year
A South Philadelphia charter school will close its doors after the coming academic year citing falling enrollment and changing community demographics as the reasons.
A South Philadelphia charter school will close its doors after the coming academic year citing falling enrollment and changing community demographics as the reasons.
Charter school in South Philly to shutter after 2025-2026 school year
A South Philadelphia charter school will close its doors after the coming academic year citing falling enrollment and changing community demographics as the reasons.
A South Philadelphia charter school will close its doors after the coming academic year citing falling enrollment and changing community demographics as the reasons.
Students in Philly technical education program graduate, join workforce
Thousands of area high school seniors are getting their diplomas this week. Many are headed to college, but some have already entered the workforce and are getting a start in the real world.
Thousands of area high school seniors are getting their diplomas this week. Many are headed to college, but some have already entered the workforce and are getting a start in the real world.
Students in technical education graduate, join workforce
School District of Philadelphia graduates students from the Career and Technical Education who already have jobs.
School District of Philadelphia graduates students from the Career and Technical Education who already have jobs.
Philly elementary kids graduating from special program awarded free bikes
Over 150 Philadelphia elementary school students spend their day celebrating graduating from a physical education program with a special surprise to cap it all off.
Over 150 Philadelphia elementary school students spend their day celebrating graduating from a physical education program with a special surprise to cap it all off.
School District of Philadelphia students graduate mentorship program in style with Sneaker Ball ceremony
Friday was a night to dress to impress for some young people in Southwest Philadelphia. The Sneaker Ball was a chance for Philadelphia students to celebrate the end of a youth mentorship program.
Friday was a night to dress to impress for some young people in Southwest Philadelphia. The Sneaker Ball was a chance for Philadelphia students to celebrate the end of a youth mentorship program.
Philadelphia students graduate from mentorship program with Sneaker Ball ceremony
Friday was a night to dress to impress for some young people in Southwest Philadelphia. The Sneaker Ball was a chance for Philadelphia students to celebrate the end of a youth mentorship program.
Friday was a night to dress to impress for some young people in Southwest Philadelphia. The Sneaker Ball was a chance for Philadelphia students to celebrate the end of a youth mentorship program.