State Test Scores Show Philly Students Performing Slightly Better
The School District of Philadelphia says students at every level from 3rd to 7th grade posted increases in PSSA reading scores.
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The School District of Philadelphia says students at every level from 3rd to 7th grade posted increases in PSSA reading scores.
The School District of Philadelphia is reaping big benefits from a program that connects artists with public service in the classroom.
A Strawberry Mansion lacrosse player is the plaintiff in a class action race and sex discrimination suit against the School District of Philadelphia.
Tuesday is the first day of school for Philadelphia public school students. Parents may wonder, whether their children are allowed to bring cell phones to school.
The School Reform Commission on Thursday is expected to approve putting social workers directly in those schools.
Eight-hundred K-3 teachers are sitting in classrooms at Fels High this week, sharing strategies about how to teach reading.
The district had considered docking the teachers' May Day pay, saying no more than 10% of the staff at any one school was allowed off without prior permission.
City Council members had little luck on Wednesday in their effort to gauge progress in the long-running negotiations between the Philadelphia teachers union and the school district.
The coalition called the Philly Healthy Schools Initiative is calling on the School District of Philadelphia to step-up maintenance of its buildings, which are an average of more than 65 years old.
The Revenue Department testified at city budget hearings, that it found $4 million for the district with a newly-completed "data warehouse."
In an audit of the School District of Philadelphia, City Controller Alan Butkovitz says 17 of 23 schools examined last year didn't have enough staff for the number of students enrolled.
One of Philadelphia's historic school buildings is getting a multi-million dollar facelift.
Mayor Jim Kenney, City Councilwoman Helen Gym and School District of Philadelphia Superintendent William Hite each sat with separate groups of students as they ate to get a start to their day.
More than 200 students received their diploma Wednesday night through the School District of Philadelphia's Opportunity Network.
It was a sweet start to the school year for students at Cooke Elementary School in the city's Logan section, as students unveiled $10,000 worth of donated school supplies.
Pennsylvania's highest court has ruled that the Philadelphia School Reform Commission did not have the power to cancel its teachers contract two years ago.
All of the drinking water outlets will be tested to ensure they comply with guidelines.
A spokesman says Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf plans to veto a bill that would de-emphasize seniority as a factor when public school teachers are laid off.
The School District of Philadelphia is courting and recruiting educators from across the region to come there and teach.
The School District of Philadelphia is investing millions of dollars in a plan to "turn around" some of their worst performing schools.
With no Pennsylvania budget in sight and less than half a year's worth of state funding in hand, Philadelphia school officials are wondering when the money pot will run dry.
Not enough nurses, too few counselors, oversized classes: All the familiar problems emerged during a Philadelphia city council committee hearing Thursday on the state of the schools.
As the School Reform Commission voted on new charter schools Tuesday night, the state Supreme Court dealt the district a major blow.
Mayor Jim Kenney promised to use the city's suites at sports and concert venues to benefit the School District and he's making the first tickets available to the general public for a concert this week.
Mayor Jim Kenney visited service providers at a school in West Philadelphia Thursday morning, as he draws-up his plan to expand the "community school" concept.
The Phillies won't let the final play of the season bear weight on Orion Kerkering's shoulders. They won't be getting him out of dodge either.
The judge said because Mangione remains in custody in New York and he refuses to appear remotely, the Pennsylvania case is being put on pause.
A Neshaminy High School student has died after contracting meningitis, school district officials say.
The NTSB said the submersible sustained damage during previous dives that "further deteriorated and weakened the pressure vessel."
Mark Byers, who currently serves as the PIAA's chief operating officer, will take over for Lombardi.
The Phillies won't let the final play of the season bear weight on Orion Kerkering's shoulders. They won't be getting him out of dodge either.
The judge said because Mangione remains in custody in New York and he refuses to appear remotely, the Pennsylvania case is being put on pause.
A Neshaminy High School student has died after contracting meningitis, school district officials say.
Keon King is charged with kidnapping Kada Scott and another Philadelphia woman earlier in 2025, officials said Wednesday.
Police identified the Philadelphia firefighter who was killed as 56-year-old Antonio Rodriguez.
A Neshaminy High School student has died after contracting meningitis, school district officials say.
A new quarterly report shows crime has continued to drop on SEPTA as the Philadelphia-based transit agency cracks down on fare evasion.
Joe Selfridge is one of the volunteers who supports families at the Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia.
A car chase that began in Bucks County concluded with the arrest of two men, one woman, and one minor in connection with a stolen vehicle on I-95 South near Aramingo Avenue.
Lincoln High School's football season may not be over.
The Navy and Marine Corps' weeklong birthday party celebrations wrapped up with a big sendoff, including a fireworks show.
PATCO service has been restored after a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation on Wednesday morning.
A New Jersey woman thought she bought Broadway tickets to celebrate her daughter's birthday, but they were turned away at the theater.
A South Jersey facility called Project Walk has this non-invasive spinal cord stimulation therapy that is helping a lifeguard who broke his neck.
The New Jersey governor election is coming up on Nov. 4, and Tuesday is the last day to register to change your registration status.
Tuesday will be cloudy and breezy in the Philadelphia area with highs in the 60s.
The significant coastal storm continues to impact the Philadelphia region and Jersey Shore on Monday.
Rainy and windy Sunday, especially closer to the coast. Coastal flooding is expected at high tides.
A shooting in Wilmington, Delaware, has left a 16-year-old boy dead and another injured Wednesday night, police said.
The family of 12-year-old Keyonna Calloway says Ronald McDonald House Delaware has made a huge difference in her recovery.
A South Jersey facility called Project Walk has this non-invasive spinal cord stimulation therapy that is helping a lifeguard who broke his neck.
After treatment for Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Landon Gallo is back to running and playing.
Families learn to overcome fear and find strength as they talk openly about loving someone who's struggling with addiction or recovery.
Students at Memphis Street Academy in Port Richmond can get all kinds of health care without leaving school or waiting for a doctor's appointment.
Symptoms of Lyme disease can range from fever, headaches, fatigue and occasionally serious heart complications.
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The first Jordan Brand store in the United States is opening in Philadelphia on Friday morning.
It's the age-old question for Pennsylvanians: Sheetz or Wawa?
Philadelphia Phillies fans are supporting small businesses as Red October excitement heats up.
Nike Inc.'s first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia has an opening date: Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
A new quarterly report shows crime has continued to drop on SEPTA as the Philadelphia-based transit agency cracks down on fare evasion.
PATCO service has been restored after a PSE&G power outage at the Westmont Substation on Wednesday morning.
Here's what you need to know about the road closures and parking restrictions as Philadelphia continues its Homecoming 250 Navy and Marine Corps celebrations.
SEPTA GM Scott Sauer says the Philadelphia-based transit authority has a handle on how the fires started but hasn't uncovered what could connect them.
SEPTA says all Regional Rail service was temporarily suspended Thursday due to signal power issues.
The Phillies won't let the final play of the season bear weight on Orion Kerkering's shoulders. They won't be getting him out of dodge either.
Mark Byers, who currently serves as the PIAA's chief operating officer, will take over for Lombardi.
Lincoln High School's football season may not be over.
Bryce Harper, in his second season as a full-time first baseman, is the Phillies' lone finalist for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award.
Bill Roth, the man behind Hip-Hop from 1998 to 2011, is training to reprise the role.
Celebrities from Philly and beyond have begun paying tribute to R&B and neo-soul icon D'Angelo, who died Tuesday at 51.
D'Angelo's family said he died Tuesday after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."
The star of "The Bear" talks about how he approached playing legendary rocker Bruce Springsteen in a new film, and what he found in common with him.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
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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.
The family of beloved actress Diane Keaton died of pneumonia.
A Neshaminy High School student has died after contracting meningitis, school district officials say.
A firework show along the waterfront helped cap off a week long celebration for the Navy and Marine Corps' 250th birthday.
A perfect autumn stretch is ahead before temperatures bounce back this weekend. Kate Bilo has the forecast.
The Philadelphia School District has put new rules in place as Lincoln High School's football team prepares to play their final game Saturday. Wakisha Bailey reports.