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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jalen Hurts t-shirt fundraiser aims to purchase supplies for Philadelphia classrooms
Hurts, whose ‘Keep It Cool’ initiative provided air conditioning to 10 schools, is now selling t-shirts to raise money for school supplies for Philly students.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro gives budget address to Pa General Assembly
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is proposing a state budget that’s over $51 billion for the upcoming 2025-26 fiscal year.
Mayor Cherelle Parker looks ahead to agenda of city improvements ahead of Trump's 2nd term
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker is in her second year in office with an agenda to improve quality of life across the city. And, the new year is bringing change to the political landscape with Donald Trump assuming the role of president in two weeks.
Eagles gather in Operation Snowball, distributing gifts for Philly school students
The current and former Eagles behind the Philly Specials' Christmas albums took the proceeds from the album sales and donated gifts for all Philly school kids.
Parents, staffers raise safety questions after middle school student stabbed 2 teachers' aides
Parents and school district officials continue to raise safety concerns after a student was able to get a knife into a middle school building and stab two teachers' aides.