The Home Depot Foundation introduces 'Path to Pro Education Grants' to revitalize shop classes nationwide
The Bureau of Labor Statistics says the skilled trades industry is facing a massive workforce shortage over the next few years, with 41% of the construction workforce set to retire by 2031 and a projected 4.1 million construction jobs needed over the next decade. To help bolster the construction industry, The Home Depot Foundation has launched a grant program to bolster trade training.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics says the skilled trades industry is facing a massive workforce shortage over the next few years, with 41% of the construction workforce set to retire by 2031 and a projected 4.1 million construction jobs needed over the next decade. To help bolster the construction industry, The Home Depot Foundation has launched a grant program to bolster trade training.
Penn Engineering working on 'world's smallest' autonomous robots
Each robot costs less than a penny to produce and can make decisions based on its environment.
Each robot costs less than a penny to produce and can make decisions based on its environment.
How Philadelphia schools are working to fill teacher vacancies
Philadelphia school leaders discussed the ongoing teacher shortage during a panel at Temple University on Monday.
Philadelphia school leaders discussed the ongoing teacher shortage during a panel at Temple University on Monday.
Philadelphia teacher in Doha describes missile attacks, virtual learning challenges
Bintu Kabba, a teacher from Philadelphia now living in Doha, Qatar, describes her experience amid recent missile attacks and the impact on daily life following the U.S. attack on Iran.
Bintu Kabba, a teacher from Philadelphia now living in Doha, Qatar, describes her experience amid recent missile attacks and the impact on daily life following the U.S. attack on Iran.
Teacher Of The Month Surprise At Cramp Elementary School
FOX 29's Bob Kelly surprises a first grade teacher at Cramp Elementary School in North Philadelphia.
FOX 29's Bob Kelly surprises a first grade teacher at Cramp Elementary School in North Philadelphia.
Kelly's Classroom: National School Breakfast Week
Fox 29's Bob Kelly joins the Eagles mascot SWOOP for breakfast at Hartranft Elementary School in North Philadelphia.
Fox 29's Bob Kelly joins the Eagles mascot SWOOP for breakfast at Hartranft Elementary School in North Philadelphia.
Universal Institute Charter School in South Philly holds winter ball to celebrate student achievement
Universal Institute Charter School in South Philadelphia held a winter-themed ball to celebrate students' academic achievements with a night of fun, music, and recognition.
Universal Institute Charter School in South Philadelphia held a winter-themed ball to celebrate students' academic achievements with a night of fun, music, and recognition.
'We are family': Robeson High community pushes back on Philadelphia school closure plan
Philadelphia's revised $2.8 billion school modernization plan faces community pushback as it proposes closing several schools, including Paul Robeson High School.
Philadelphia's revised $2.8 billion school modernization plan faces community pushback as it proposes closing several schools, including Paul Robeson High School.
Kelly's Classroom: Williamstown High School
Fox 29's Bob Kelly takes the stage with the cast of "Footloose" from Williamstown High School.
Fox 29's Bob Kelly takes the stage with the cast of "Footloose" from Williamstown High School.
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.
Kelly's Classroom: Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School
FOX 29's Bob Kelly visits Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School in Southwest Philadelphia, ahead of their appearance on "The ClassH-Room."
FOX 29's Bob Kelly visits Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School in Southwest Philadelphia, ahead of their appearance on "The ClassH-Room."
Radnor school board faces criticism over response to AI student videos
Parents in Radnor Township are demanding accountability and transparency from the school board after AI-generated non-consensual videos of students circulated, prompting ongoing concerns and calls for policy changes.
Parents in Radnor Township are demanding accountability and transparency from the school board after AI-generated non-consensual videos of students circulated, prompting ongoing concerns and calls for policy changes.
Quakertown police chief faces calls for suspension after student protest incident
Community members in Quakertown Borough are calling for the suspension of the police chief following an incident at a student anti-ICE protest, with the school district and police responding to concerns about safety, transparency, and the handling of the event.
Community members in Quakertown Borough are calling for the suspension of the police chief following an incident at a student anti-ICE protest, with the school district and police responding to concerns about safety, transparency, and the handling of the event.
Philadelphia area school closings: Delays and remote learning issued for Tuesday, February 24
See a list of schools that have issued closures and delays for Tuesday, February 24 after the recent snowstorm.
See a list of schools that have issued closures and delays for Tuesday, February 24 after the recent snowstorm.
School closings, delays in Philadelphia, New Jersey, Delaware for Monday, February 23
Here are the latest snow closings and delays for Monday, February 23, as a major winter storm makes its way through the region Sunday.
Here are the latest snow closings and delays for Monday, February 23, as a major winter storm makes its way through the region Sunday.
School District of Philadelphia shifts to virtual learning Monday ahead of winter storm
Philadelphia schools will be closed on Monday, Feb. 23, but classes will be held virtually, as the city prepares for a major snow storm.
Philadelphia schools will be closed on Monday, Feb. 23, but classes will be held virtually, as the city prepares for a major snow storm.
Carver Engineering eliminated from Philly Public League tournament after bench-clearing altercation
The Carver Engineering and Science boys' basketball team will not be able to compete at the public league tournament after an altercation at a recent game got them eliminated.
The Carver Engineering and Science boys' basketball team will not be able to compete at the public league tournament after an altercation at a recent game got them eliminated.
America 250: Students in grades K–8 invited to enter Bookmark Design Challenge
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
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.