Mayor Parker cheers on Philadelphia students as school year kicks off: 'I'm pumped up!'

Mayor Cherelle Parker and Superintendent Tony Watlington joined parents and staff as they cheered on each student entering Edmonds Elementary for their first day of school on Monday.

New safe haven for students experiencing homelessness developed at Reading High School

FOX 29's Jennifer Lee takes a tour of 'Knight's Keep,' a new safe haven available for students experiencing homelessness or unstable housing at Reading High School. Take a look!

SEPTA stepping up security as Philadelphia school year begins

Tens of thousands of students rely on public transportation to get them to and from school every day in Philadelphia.

California principal on leave after high school pep rally dance causes stir

As schools are starting up once again for the upcoming school year, one Central Valley principal is already benched for the time being after participating in a controversial performance, creating a stir amongst students and parents.

Burlington County school district considers eliminating bus service as they search for qualified drivers

The new school year is fast approaching and it’s starting with controversy in one Burlington County school district, where parents are firing back against a plan to eliminate some of the district's bus service.

Burlington County school district considers eliminating bus service
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The new school year is fast approaching and it?s starting with controversy in one Burlington County school district, where parents are firing back against a plan to eliminate some of the district's bus service.

Philly still in need of teachers as first day of class approaches
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The School District of Philadelphia is still short nearly 400 teachers. The district is seeking solutions to ease first day concerns.

Deptford parents pack school board meeting after bus services controversy

Deptford Township School District parents are expressing their frustrations during a packed school board meeting after the district reversed a controversial decision to cut school bus services for some students.

Parents speak out at packed school board meeting amid bus services controversy
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Deptford Township School District parents are expressing their frustrations during a packed school board meeting after the district reversed a controversial decision to cut school bus services for some students.

31% of parents will take on debt for back-to-school shopping, survey finds

A new survey reveals that many parents are facing financial impacts as they shop for their child’s school supplies and other necessities this year.

Owen J. Roberts School District to begin school with later start times

Parents in Pottstown are preparing for a new change ahead their kids' return to school next week as the Owen J. Roberts School District announced it will begin school with later start times.

Back to school: Former UArts students find new home at Moore College of Art and Design

It’s back to school for many college students and Saturday was move-in day at Moore College of Art and Design. That’s where some former UArts students are now starting a brand new chapter after UArts sudden closure in June.

Moore College of Art and Design welcomes former UArts students
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Saturday was move-in day at Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia, and among the new incoming students are dozens of former University of the Arts students.

Back to school: Find out how non-profit keeps teachers' classrooms supplied

When it comes to back to school, it’s not just about getting the students ready, but the teachers as well. Making sure they have the supplies and resources they need is crucial. In Delaware County, there’s a non-profit doing just that.