Patch is highlighting the work of underappreciated teachers in Abington Township and around the region.
Carmen Lesesne began her role on July 1. She will serve Abington’s 8,600 students and 1,200 staff members.
The Abington School Board approved the $199.5 million budget at its June 25 meeting.
After a national search, a former University of West Florida provost was selected as PSA's new leader.
With the Philadelphia college closing, Penn State Abington said it has programs to meet the needs of UArts students.
Abington High School seniors are moving on to the next stages of their lives after their recent commencement ceremony.
Miss Dottie worked as a school crossing guard for 47 years in Abington Township before retiring at the end of the school year.
The prestigious award is granted to only a tiny fraction of students nationwide each year.
The Abington School District approved the retirements at a recent board meeting.
Jenkintown Elementary School will get a jump on the 2024-2025 school year with kindergarten registration on Monday.
The Glenside-based college has two commencement speakers planned for its May 17 graduation. Find out who they are below.
State Rep. Ben Sanchez said the grants for Abington and Upper Dublin schools will improve mental health services and security measures.
Rankings released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report had Abington High School at No. 123 in state rankings.
Rankings released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report had the Jenkintown high school at No. 792 in national rankings.
The Abington School District plans on sharing recent assessments of school buildings with residents in two open houses early next month.
The Jenkintown School District has several events planned for its milestone anniversary throughout the year.
Abington Township students will remain in school longer as an "educational opportunity" to watch the eclipse, the superintendent said.
Proceeds from the Abington High School event will go toward area pediatric cancer organizations.
Jenkintown Middle/High School seniors John Byler and PJ Schloth have exceeded academic expectations, the school's principal said.
The program's director was also honored nationally as being one of 40 exceptional music educators under the age of 40.
Kamil "Dragon" Brown recently showed off his basketball wizardry in a preview for the Harlem Wizards' game at Abington High School.
Abington School District teachers and principals will take on the world-famous Harlem Wizards basketball team next month. Get tickets now.
All schools and buildings in the Abington School District are closed Tuesday due to snowy conditions across the region.
A winter storm warning has been issued in Delaware, Chester, Philadelphia, Montgomery and Bucks counties.
The School District of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Archdiocese high schools and parochial elementary schools are opening late Wednesday.
Students are to report to their bus stops or schools two hours later than their usually scheduled time, the district said.
Student were to report to schools and bus stops two hours late Tuesday, but worsening conditions led the district to closed Tuesday.
The Abington School District said a power outage closed Rydal Elementary School Wednesday. All other schools are open on a two-hour delay.
The Abington School District said all of its schools will open two hours late Wednesday due to impacts from heavy rain and strong winds.
Dr. Alice Swift, Abington High Class of 1983, will lead her alma mater from the principal's office starting in early 2024.
Susan McCarthy will serve as the school's interim principal after Angelo Berrios leave his position Oct. 27 and a new candidate is sought.
After more than 20 years at Abington Senior High School, Principal Angelo Berrios is leaving to serve as a superintendent in Bucks County.
Patch reader Trish Troxell nominated Glenside STEM teacher Kathleen Grim for a Patch's Teacher Spotlight. Learn about Grim here.
Patch is highlighting local teachers who make waves in and out of the classroom. Learn about Abingont teacher Kelly Foley here
Over 16,000 students have been named semifinalists in the 69th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. See local semifinalists here.
Patch is teaming up with T-Mobile to help recognize teachers who stand out in the classroom.
Zack K. De Piero filed a suit against the school, alleging he was discriminated against after speaking out about anti-racist policies.
Pennsylvania School Public Relations Association awarded Abington School District Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Fecher the honor recently.
The Abington Senior High School Class of 2023 had their commencement last week, with 628 earning their high school diplomas.