- Philadelphia expands program that flags students who witness violence outside school for more support
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington speaks at Edward Gideon School in North Philadelphia on Sept. 28, 2026 about the expansion of the Handle With Care program.
- Philadelphia school board delays sharing details about charter school evaluation overhaul
Philadelphia charter school leaders say they’re frustrated with the Board of Education's delays sharing information about a new evaluation framework.
- ‘Bucks County, USA’ Sees School Board Fights As Reflection of a Nation Divided
Over the past few years, a suburban Philadelphia school district has become a flashpoint for nearly every fault line in America’s school culture wars, with a lawsuit and federal civil rights investigation alleging...
- Fights and weapons confiscations are down in Philly schools. The safety chief aims to continue the trend.
School District of Philadelphia Chief of Safety Craig Johnson shares updates with press at Abraham Lincoln High School on Aug. 20, 2026.
- For America’s 250th birthday, Philadelphia students get a civics lesson in a time capsule
Students and Pennsylvania officials open a time capsule from 1976 on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at the Independence Hall Visitor Center in Philadelphia.
- What to know from Philadelphia’s review of its English language arts curriculum
A new research report from the School District of Philadelphia found that there were problems with the district's implementation of its new reading curriculum.
- ‘We’re going to listen’: Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington sets sights on rebuilding trust
Tony B. Watlington Sr., superintendent of the School District of Philadelphia, speaks with a student at George Washington Carver High School of Engineering and Science on the first day of school in Philadelphia on Aug....
- Philadelphia to make digital hall pass and student tracking system available at all schools
School safety officers receive training at Philadelphia's Abraham Lincoln High School. The School District of Philadelphia is rolling out several new safety initiatives, including a digital hall pass available to all...
- Pennsylvania still hasn’t passed a school cellphone ban. Some Philly principals aren’t waiting.
Some Philadelphia schools ban cellphones for the entire day. Others allow teens to scroll TikTok at lunch.
- Philadelphia’s school asbestos problem is already derailing back-to-school
Philadelphia Federation of Teachers President Arthur Steinberg, center, calls on the Philadelphia school district to improve its oversight of renovations in buildings with asbestos during a press conference Monday, Aug....
- Unequal algebra access in Philly is ‘discriminatory’ says key city official as district plans changes
Brenda Elliott, the Philadelphia school district’s deputy superintendent of academics, said Thursday the district intends to offer algebra at all 126 district schools that enroll eighth graders by the 2027-28 school...
- Free school supplies, backpacks, and activities: 2026 back-to-school events in Philadelphia
The School District of Philadelphia's back-to-school bus tour is happening again this summer. It'll stop at three locations this year offering free backpacks, snacks, activities, school registration help, and more.
- ‘Nobody feels good, nobody’s learning’: How high temperatures disrupt Philadelphia’s school days
Dozens of Philadelphia schools don't have adequate air conditioning ahead of the first day of the 2026-27 school year.
- Philly has more English learners than ever, but they often struggle to graduate. Here’s what could help.
Some Philadelphia teachers and advocates say English learners need more support in high school to reach graduation.
- Philadelphia teachers describe chaotic ‘fantasy football draft’ to get their school assignments
Philadelphia teachers say the district's process for placing staff in open positions this summer has created confusion and frustration.
- School leaders say Philly’s charter school oversight is flawed. But fixing it is hard.
Supporters of Southwest Leadership Academy charter school protest the Philadelphia Board of Education's decision to start the nonrenewal process for the school in 2023. The board later reversed its decision.
- 340 Philadelphia school staff positions saved from cuts via last-minute city agreement
Mayor Cherelle Parker, center, announced Wednesday that she, City Council, and leaders of the School District of Philadelphia reached a deal to prevent the elimination of 340 school-based positions.
- 52 Philadelphia schools will go virtual Friday due to high temperatures. Here’s the list.
Dozens of Philadelphia schools will go virtual on Friday due to soaring temperatures.
- Philly’s dropout rate is declining. Here’s how the district is keeping kids in class.
Around 1,300 Philadelphia school district students dropped out last year, marking a sharp decline from just a few years prior.
- Philadelphia school board adopts $4.6B budget with millions in cuts
Philadelphia City Council member Isaiah Thomas speaks at a May 28, 2026 rally outside of school board headquarters protesting school closures.
