University of the Arts President resigns amid schools impending closure

University of the Arts President Kerry Walk has resigned just days after the school announced its abrupt closure at the end of the week. 

Devoted teacher gets a retirement surprise
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FOX 29's Bob Kelly stops by to give longtime teacher Sue Daywalt a retirement gift.

Devoted teacher gets retirement surprise
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FOX 29's Bob Kelly stops by to give longtime teacher Sue Daywalt a retirement gift.

UArts students, parents outraged after school cancels townhall meeting amid abrupt closing

Students and parents protested outside of the University of the Arts building in hopes of getting answers to the announcement of the school's sudden closure on June 7th, after they then cancelled a townhall meeting scheduled for Monday.

University of the Arts abruptly announces June 7 closure, vows to help students transfer

The University of the Arts, an institution with roots more than a century and a half old in Philadelphia, has abruptly announced it will close in a week, citing declining enrollment and revenues as well as increasing expenses.

Students left scrambling as University of the Arts announces sudden closure
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Students of the University of the Arts are having to suddenly come up with new plans for their education as the university abruptly announced they are closing their doors in early June.

Washington educator wins $200,000 jackpot after Teacher Appreciation Week

Each year, "Teacher Appreciation Week" is observed during the month of May — and for one preschool teacher in Washington state, her "appreciation" came in the form of some good luck from the universe. 

University of the Arts closing in early June
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In a surprise announcement the University of the Arts said they are closing their doors in early June.

Pop singer Natasha Bedingfield to perform at Pennsbury High School's prom

The British-born performer joins an impressive list of notable acts that performed at Pennsbury High School's prom, including John Mayer and QuestLove.

Kids can get free pizza this summer by reading

Pizza Hut’s summer reading program – Camp Book It – is back for its 40th year.

Is college worth it? Here's what Americans think in new survey

Is the cost of college worth it? Americans have mixed views amid rising tuition costs and mounting student loan debt.

Honoring Asian Americans, Pennsylvania nonprofit advocates AAPI studies in classrooms

Incorporating Asian American history into Pennsylvania school curriculum not only celebrates the contributions of Asian Americans, but also educates others to prevent hate and violence.

Honoring Asian Americans, Pennsylvania nonprofit advocates AAPI studies in classrooms
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Incorporating Asian American history into Pennsylvania school curriculum not only celebrates the contributions of Asian Americans, but also educates others to prevent hate and violence.

Law & Order actor Benjamin Bratt receives degree from San Francisco State

Actor and San Francisco native Benjamin Bratt, best known for his role on Law & Order, received an honorary doctorate from San Francisco State University.

2024 average school teacher salary in Pennsylvania, New Jersey

New Jersey has the second highest average starting teacher salary in the nation for 2024, according to the National Education Association. See where Pennsylvania and other states rank when it comes to average teacher salaries this year.

Maps of school teacher salary averages for 2024

Adjusted for inflation, teachers are reportedly making 5% less than they did 10 years ago. Here’s how average teacher salaries measure up to each state’s minimum living wage threshold.