101 Philadelphia Public Schools Virtual Due To Staffing Issues

For the fourth day in a row, the School District of Philadelphia announced more schools are closing due to COVID-related staffing issues.

Nearly 100 Philly Public School Virtual Due To Staffing Shortages

The School District of Philadelphia Monday night said more schools would be shifting to virtual learning, bringing the total to 98.

UPDATE: 94 Philly Public Schools Go Virtual Amid COVID Surge

Staffing challenges related to the Omicron spike in COVID-19 cases led the School District of Philadelphia to make more schools virtual.

All Philly Public Schools Going Virtual Due To Wintry Forecast

Wintry weather is expected to impact the Philadelphia region Friday, leading the School District of Philadelphia to go fully virtual Friday.

More Philly Schools Shift To Virtual Learning Amid COVID Surge

Ninety-two School District of Philadelphia Schools are now in virtual learning as of Tuesday evening, and more could shift to virtual.

84 Philly Public Schools Go Remote Amid Omicron COVID Surge

Staffing challenges stemming from the omicron-related spike in COVID-19 cases led the district to stop in-person learning at 84 schools.

Jenkintown School District Will Allow Students To Learn Virtually Or In-Person This Week Due To COVID Surge, Superintendent Says

Meanwhile, on Saturday, the Lower Merion School District announced that students won’t return to school on Monday.

Eastern PA Teen Dies From Coronavirus

Forty-one teachers at the teen's school called out on Monday calling for more safety COVID-19 measures.

St Joe's Gets $23K To Combat Sexual Assault

It’s On Us grant funding seeks to support Pennsylvania college campuses in combatting instances of sexual assault.

St Joe's Offering New Opportunities To Neurodiverse Students

The new minor will help students with conditions such as autism spectrum disorder become future employers or management professional.

Temple University Students Gather To Honor Students Killed, Call For Safety Changes

Students say they’re disappointed it took the death of one their own to push for safety changes.

College Financial Aid Applications In Philadelphia Area: Compare To PA

See how FAFSA applications changed for Philadelphia area high schools.

Temple Gives $39.2M In Pandemic Relief To Select Students

Numerous students who were financially impacted by the pandemic are expected to get grants via the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund.

Philly Schools To Stay Open If SEPTA Workers Strike

Students who can't make it to school if a strike happens are to log into Google Classroom. Hybrid learning will not be available.

‘Hold Him Accountable': Philadelphia School District Teacher Let Student Make Wooden Gun In Shop Class, Parent Says

“All the patterns are on here. And there’s a little clip on the bottom,” she said, then showed CBS3 the wooden gun.

Native American Skeletal Remains Found At Philly High School

School District of Philadelphia officials believe the remains were used as a teaching tool between the 1850s through the early-to-mid 1900s.

Dozens Of Philly Schools Among Best For Grades K-8: U.S. News

U.S. News ranked ​the Julia Reynolds Masterman Laboratory and Demonstration School the best middle school in the state.

Community College Of Philadelphia Hosts Event Encouraging Black, Latino Students To Pursue Medical Careers

A diverse panel of male doctors and med students spoke with Black and Latino students in 6th through 12th grade.

USciences Bicentennial Block Party Celebrates Philadelphia College Of Pharmacy's 200-Year History

October is known as National Pharmacy Month.

Philly School Superintendent William Hite Leaving Position

Hite joined the district in 2012 and will leave when his contract expires in at the end of August 2022.

Philadelphia School District Turning 6 Fridays Into Half Days To Give Teachers Professional Development Time

The first day is November 19. That will be followed by Dec. 17, Jan. 21, Feb. 18, March 18, and May 13.

2 Philly Schools Named National Blue Ribbon Schools

National Blue Ribbon Schools are chosen based on overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps in student subgroups.

$3K Available For Families Who Take Philly Students To School

School District of Philadelphia parents and guardians who take their kids to school instead of using buses can earn $300 a month.

La Salle University Goes Remote Through Friday Due To Rise In COVID-19 Cases

“We are experiencing a number of positive cases and presumed-positive cases among our campus student community."

Spring Education Group Celebrates New School Openings in 2021

The growing network is expanding three of its school platforms, including Chesterbrook Academy®, Stratford School and BASIS Independent

Philly Schools Going Virtual Friday Due To Ida Flooding

The decision to go fully virtual Friday comes as the city announced road conditions are not expected to improve by tomorrow.

Students, Parents At Science Leadership Academy Excited To Return To In-Person Learning

“It was the best,” a student said. “Well, I get to meet new friends and I see my new teachers.”

Philadelphia School District, Teachers' Union Reach Tentative Agreement On New Contract

PFT President Jerry Jordan says it’s a deal he is proud of.

Philadelphia School District Students Return To Full-Time, In-Person Learning On Tuesday For First Time Since March 2020

“We’re really excited. A little anxious and nervous, and some anxiety about that, but a good anxiety.”

Philly Archdiocese Requiring Masks In All Schools

All students, faculty, staff and visitors at every Catholic school in the five-county region must wear masks while indoors.

Philly Schools Mandate Vaccines For All Employees

The School District of Philadelphia's board Tuesday voted to require its employees be vaccinated against the coronavirus.

Philadelphia School District To Fix Chromebooks For Students For Free

Philadelphia School Districts will be offering free Chromebook service repairs to students for the upcoming school semester.

First HERicane Camp Kicks Off In Philadelphia Teaching Teenage Girls About Emergency Management

Emergency management is a field where very few women hold response and leadership roles. The program is for girls between 13 and 17.

School District Of Philadelphia Defending Changes To School Start Times

Some parents are saying the new times are disruptive.

Cheyney University Will Forgive Pandemic Student Debt With Federal Aid Money

“Our students have gone through a lot over the past 18 months, and we want to do whatever we can to lighten the burden.”

FAFSA Completions Down In PA: How Philadelphia Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Philadelphia area high schools.

Bid To Reopen Prominent Philadelphia All Girls Catholic School Hits Roadblock

"I do believe this is a minor setback. Parents of Hallahan Girls' School continue to move forward."

15-Year-Old Defies Odds To Graduate From Philadelphia Performing Arts Academy

Matthew is a non-verbal student with autism.

Philly School District Buys Electric School Buses

The 48-passenger buses with wheelchair lifts produce zero emissions, with a range of up to 125 miles on a single charge.

School District Of Philadelphia Pauses Plans For This Week's Outdoor Graduation Ceremonies Due To Weather Forecast

“The School District of Philadelphia is committed to celebrating our graduating seniors with a commencement ceremony.”