Local School Districts Differ On Whether To Use Snow Days Amid Virtual Learning
But in 2020, snow days won't be happening for some school districts who are learning virtually.
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But in 2020, snow days won't be happening for some school districts who are learning virtually.
Officials said the contribution of $10 million each year for 10 years represents that largest private contribution to the school district in its history.
That date was pushed back to Nov. 16 after some teachers raised concerns about rising local COVID-19 cases.
Earlier this week, Pennsylvania set single-day records for new coronavirus cases.
Students in kindergarten through second grade will be the first to return to the classroom.
Officials are closely monitoring school districts around the tri-state area and around the country as many return to in-person learning.
On Friday, volunteers were working to ensure those children have the supplies they need to start the new school year.
According to the School District of Philadelphia, there is no shortage of laptops.
The School District of Philadelphia is working to identify any barriers that will prevent students from having a successful school year.
Pennsylvania's eviction moratorium due to the pandemic ends Monday.
The first phase will start with a maximum of 800 students and 31 sites.
The report released Wednesday said conditions at the school were "deplorable."
City officials are working with the school district to establish access centers to provide supervised connected spaces during the school day.
The challenge facing the district is providing adequate internet access to make sure all children have an equal opportunity to learn.
Eyewitness News has been told that pre-K enrollment up to this point is at 50%.
When Philadelphia schools reopen this fall, primary concerns will be dealing with COVID-19, asbestos and lead -- a triple threat that has everyone concerned.
The district's new K-12 Digital Academy is a 100% virtual learning program for parents not comfortable with sending their child back into school buildings.
The School District of Philadelphia announced Wednesday they will institute a hybrid learning system as part of their reopening plan for the fall.
You can watch the announcement live on our streaming channel CBSN Philly.
The school district is currently working to make sure schools and classrooms will have adequate ventilation, among other measures.
From an earthquake to a school shooting, and finishing senior year during a pandemic, Northeast High School student Kenny Kernizan has walked a unique journey.
Michael Woody is gaining recognition for perfect attendance during elementary and high school.
Students and parents wrote to CBS3 asking for help, hoping the graduates could wear their gowns during virtual ceremonies.
A virtual graduation for the Class of 2020 will be held next month.
Philadelphia high school seniors will get a virtual graduation next month but school district decisions leading up to the celebration are angering some families.
Drew Allar and Andy Kotelnicki have developed quite the quarterback-coach tandem in their 18 months together.
Thursday will be sunny across the Philadelphia area as temperatures reach the upper 70s to 80 degrees.
Saturday's Powerball jackpot has an estimated cash value of $428.9 million.
Nolan McLean tossed eight magnificent innings Wednesday night in the Mets' 6-0 victory over the Phillies.
Firefighters responded to a fire affecting three homes in Chester, Pennsylvania.
Firefighters responded to a fire affecting three homes in Chester, Pennsylvania.
Thursday will be partly sunny across the Philadelphia area as temperatures reach the upper 70s to 80 degrees.
Drew Allar and Andy Kotelnicki have developed quite the quarterback-coach tandem in their 18 months together.
Saturday's Powerball jackpot has an estimated cash value of $428.9 million.
Nolan McLean tossed eight magnificent innings Wednesday night in the Mets' 6-0 victory over the Phillies.
Firefighters responded to a fire affecting three homes in Chester, Pennsylvania.
Four years after Fanta Bility was shot and killed by police in Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania, her family and neighbors are calling for reform.
Things are off to a special start for staff and faculty at East Lansdowne Elementary School as the teachers' lounge gets a surprise makeover.
Shawn Moir was arrested inside a parking garage at Villanova for allegedly fatally stabbing his grandfather in Vineland, New Jersey.
The PPA says speed cameras along Broad Street are expected to go live in mid-September, with enforcement starting in November.
Crews are working to clean up the LandShark Bar in Atlantic City, New Jersey, after it was damaged from rough surf during Hurricane Erin.
Shawn Moir was arrested inside a parking garage at Villanova for allegedly fatally stabbing his grandfather in Vineland, New Jersey.
Customers at Deptford Mall in Gloucester County, New Jersey, can now pay $10 for a better parking spot.
A former bowling alley owner, once convicted of burning down a rival, was found guilty of plotting to kill several New Jersey officials.
Enjoli Stewart is collecting sensory items like Play-Doh and noise-canceling headphones for the Lumberton School District.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
For thousands of students and parents in the Philadelphia region, Monday was a day of big smiles and bigger memories.
Actor Aubrey Plaza wore a shirt that says "Philly is a women's sports town" at a WNBA game in Brooklyn.
Two Philadelphia-area public schools made the top 25, with several more in the Top 500 on U.S. News' annual rankings.
Some beaches in the Delaware Valley have prohibited swimming as a precaution as Hurricane Erin moves closer to the East Coast.
Millions of strangers are wrapped up in Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement. The question is why? Here's the psychology of parasocial relationships.
Cancer survivors, doctors and advocates are calling on Congress to protect cancer research funding from cuts by President Trump.
Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler is set to have surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome. A surgeon explains the procedure.
The Philadelphia Phillies said RHP Zack Wheeler has been diagnosed with venous thoracic outlet syndrome.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
Businesses along the boardwalk in Ocean City are hoping for nice weather and lots of foot traffic this Labor Day weekend.
The Lansdowne Theater, a historic landmark, is making a grand return for its next act for the first time in almost four decades.
Some Reading Terminal Market vendors fear the SEPTA service cuts could leave both their employees and customers stranded.
Pennsylvania recently launched an online application for pardons, becoming one of the first states to digitize the process for people seeking to clear their record of criminal convictions.
The PPA says speed cameras along Broad Street are expected to go live in mid-September, with enforcement starting in November.
As riders continue to navigate SEPTA service cuts, another wave is coming to the Regional Rail next week. Here's what to know.
Customers at Deptford Mall in Gloucester County, New Jersey, can now pay $10 for a better parking spot.
An EMAS is made of special crushable material that slows down planes by collapsing under their weight, preventing serious accidents.
Without critical funding from Harrisburg, SEPTA began service cuts on Sunday across the Philadelphia region. Now, riders are dealing with the fallout.
Drew Allar and Andy Kotelnicki have developed quite the quarterback-coach tandem in their 18 months together.
Nolan McLean tossed eight magnificent innings Wednesday night in the Mets' 6-0 victory over the Phillies.
The racehorse named for Big Dom DiSandro could have a chance to become a Kentucky Derby contender.
The Eagles on Wednesday claimed undrafted interior offensive lineman Willie Lampkin off waivers in a flurry of roster moves.
Liguori Academy students received backpacks courtesy of the Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation, Carpenters 158 and iHeartMedia.
Fans have been eager to learn everything they can ever since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint post.
Philadelphia's Kimmel Center will host the 2025 Michelin Northeast Cities reveal in November.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
The central Pennsylvania town of Mount Gretna is a throwback to the period more than a century ago when the summertime get-togethers known as Chautauquas were practically a craze.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
No one was injured but three homes and multiple vehicles were damaged after a 4-alarm fire broke out Wednesday night on 7th Street in Chester. Jan Carabeo reports.
Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the latest forecast.
Dozens of firefighters battled a massive blaze that badly damaged three rowhomes in Delaware County. Chopper 3 was over the 700 block of West 7th Street in Chester. Thick smoke poured from the roof of one of the homes as fire crews worked to put out the 4-alarm fire. The entire block was evacuated. Fire officials said there have been no reported injuries.
The drawing for the estimated $850 million Powerball lottery jackpot was held moments ago. Here are the winning numbers.
A deliberate act of violence. Two children are killed and over a dozen others are hurt after a shooter opened fire during a Mass at a Catholic school in Minnesota. Siafa Lewis reports the latest.