Controversial cell-phone policy at Olney High School sparks debate
Olney High School students are not pleased with the school's new cell-phone policy requiring them to lock up their phones in outdoor lockers. Here's what we know.
St. Christopher's Hospital hosts back-to-school carnival amidst teacher's union negotiations
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children hosts its 15th Annual Back-to-School Carnival as negotiations with the teachers' union are underway to prevent a potential strike at the end of the month.
Trump orders universities to hand over college admissions data on race
President Donald Trump signed a directive requiring colleges to prove they do not consider race in the admissions process, which follows a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.
Student loan wage garnishment could start soon: Here's what you can do
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.
Student loan interest repayments resume Friday. Here's how much you could pay monthly
Millions of borrowers will begin seeing interest accrued on their student loans and here’s what you need to know.
Student loan delinquency is increasing most in these states, study finds
As more borrowers fall behind on student loan payments, some states are faring better than others when it comes to delinquencies.
Pennsylvania lawmakers to propose cellphone ban in grade schools: 'Constant distraction'
Pennsylvania lawmakers are spearheading a bipartisan effort to become one of over two dozen states to ban or otherwise restrict cellphone use in schools.
Best back-to-school deals for 2025: Apple, Allbirds, Staples and more
Apple, Walmart, Staples, Nordstrom and more are offering big back-to-school savings this summer. Here are the best deals to shop before class starts.
Back-to-school shopping: Labubu, Stanley, Gizmo Watch and more top 2025 lists
The school year is still weeks away, but back-to-school shopping is well underway, and everything from Labubus to Gizmo Watches are topping this year's trending list.
Philly students gain full-time employment through trade studies; how you can involve your student
The School District of Philadelphia said student internships at Elliott-Lewis Corporation, a Philadelphia based HVAC and mechanical service company, are leading to full-time careers in the building trades.
Parents learn elementary students will walk 2 miles in South Jersey school district
An online petition is circulating in Woolwich Township after the Swedesboro Woolwich School District eliminated courtesy busing for General Charles G. Harker School which provides education to students in the third to fifth grade.
Department of Education suspends student loan forgiveness under IBR. What it means for borrowers
The Income-Based Repayment plan provides borrowers with a feasible option to repay their student loans, and here’s what you need to know.
These are the best and worst states for education: Study
States were ranked based on 32 relevant metrics, which included safety, overall quality, test scores, and more.
Supreme Court says Trump's Education Department layoffs can resume
The Supreme Court is allowing President Donald Trump to put his plan to dismantle the Education Department back on track and go through with laying off nearly 1,400 employees.
Philly residents asked for input on school buildings in facilities planning forums
The last time the School District of Philadelphia closed some schools it caused some real heartache for some neighborhoods. So, this time around, before they make any decisions, district officials say they’re trying to get as much input from the community as possible.