Upper Darby schools to install weapons detection system
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The largest school district in Delaware County is going high-tech with a new security system designed to keep students safe.

Weapons detection system could be installed in Upper Darby School District

A weapons screening system has been brought up in the Upper Darby School District before, but officials say this time the conversation is being driven by the school board and the community.

Upper Darby schools exploring possible weapons detection system
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A weapons screening system has been brought up in the Upper Darby School District before, but officials say this time the conversation is being driven by the school board and the community.

Penn State removes its student newspaper racks over concerns about political ads

Penn State removed nearly three dozen racks containing its independent student-produced newspaper from on-campus locations this week because politics-related ads on the racks violated school policy.

2 NJ school districts faced online threats, disruption of classes
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A school district in Atlantic County canceled classes after online threats, while a Gloucester County 10-year-old is facing charges after posting 'disturbing video' online.

National Voter Registration Day: Volunteers descend on Philly campuses helping students register

In seven weeks, the nation will vote for a new president and volunteers were out on National Voter Registration Day attempting to help college students register in order to participate in the process.

Volunteers descend on Philly campuses for National Voter Registration Day
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In seven weeks, the nation will vote for a new president and volunteers were out on National Voter Registration Day attempting to help college students register in order to participate in the process.

Traffic nightmare impacting school drop-off, pick-up at this Philadelphia school

FOX 29's Jennifer Joyce heads to Somerton to get the scoop on a traffic nightmare causing major issues at MaST Community Charter School during pick-up and drop-off hours.

Camden School Board President resigns after blowback from sexual assault allegations

Camden School Board President Wasim Muhammad announced his resignation Friday amid calls to step down after the district reached a multi-million dollar settlement over allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a student. 

Parents take action to save recess space due to electrical upgrades at South Philly school

A favorite part of any childhood is recess. The time outdoor breaks up the day in the classroom, giving kids a chance to play outside. But, there’s a concern one South Philly school could lose play space due to electrical upgrades.

Portion of play space to be taken away at South Philly school
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There is the potential a portion of play space kids use at recess will be taken away indefinitely due to electrical upgrades at the school. Parents have started a petition to have the design for the upgrades redone.

These are America's top colleges of 2024, according to Forbes ranking

Forbes based their rankings on several categories, including academic success and graduation rates. See if your school made this year’s list.

This Delaware school district now uses AI device at sports games to search for weapons, here's how

Appoquinimink School District is focusing on safety by implementing the use of EVOLV AI, a device that looks similar to a metal detector, which will search for weapons based on shape and size.

Controversial recess changes reversed after upset parents pack school meeting in Bucks County

More than 100 parents packed the gym to voice concerns over children were being separated by class, being asked to participate in certain activities and parents never got a heads-up about the change.

Recess changes prompt negative response from parents in Bucks County
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A win for parents in Bucks County after their school district suddenly reverses a controversial policy to revamp recess just days after the start of the new school year.

Annual prayer service for school year includes prayers for Georgia
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Philly came together to pray for peace for the new school year as well as for the victims and families in the Georgia school shooting.

School lunch fees? School lunch online cashless platform littered with processing fees

Gone are the days when a child could just pay cash for school lunch, as some districts in New Jersey are using a cashless online process littered with processing fees, on top of the price of lunch.