Controversy erupts over change of NE Philly Catholic high school uniform

One of Philadelphia’s most well-known Catholic schools is changing its uniform. But, change isn’t easy and the move has some parents and students upset.

COVID-19 impact on Philly schools: Dr. Watlington reveals what he would have changed
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Superintendent of Philadelphia Schools, Dr. Watlington, reveals what he would've change since he took on the role during the challenging and unprecedented Coronavirus pandemic.

Kelly's Classroom: Freire Charter School Wilmington
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FOX 29's Bob Kelly visits Freire Charter School Wilmington ahead of their appearance on The ClassH-Room.

Education Department lays off nearly 50% of its staff: What to know

The Education Department is laying off nearly 50% of its staff, raising questions about the agency’s ability to continue usual operations.

Trump order aims to deny student loan relief to some borrowers

President Donald Trump is ordering changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program that would disqualify workers of nonprofit groups deemed to have engaged in “improper" activities.

National School Breakfast week at St. James Regional Catholic School
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FOX 29's Bob Kelly highlights National School Breakfast Week, which celebrates the importance of a nutritious school breakfast in fueling students for success.

Kelly's Classroom: St. Christopher School
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FOX 29's Bob Kelly visits St. Christopher School, in the Somerton area of Philadelphia, ahead of their appearance on The ClassH-Room.

Philly school district says transgender students can still play sports matching gender identity

The School District of Philadelphia's stance on transgender athletes appears to directly oppose President Donald Trump's executive order, as well as a recent rule change by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association.

Penn State closing some branch campuses due to declining enrollment

Penn State’s president Neeli Bendapudi says declining enrollments, demographic shifts and financial pressures will require the school to close some of its 19 branch campuses.

Kelly's Classroom: Teacher of the Month surprise
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FOX 29's Bob Kelly visits Warren G. Harding Middle School in Frankford to help honor the teacher of the month, Abi Risser.

Temple University launches new Future Scholars program

Temple University is unveiling a new program to help school students take the next steps in achieving their academic dreams.

Temple University launches new Future Scholars program
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The program is helping 120 lower-income middle school students in Philadelphia achieve the goal of graduating high school and college.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library funding cut from Indiana governor’s proposed budget

The Dollywood Foundation president has responded to the Indiana governor’s proposed budget cuts funding Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which provides children free books.