Teachers' Union Wants Philadelphians to Vote on School District Control
Hillary Linardopoulos, of the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, said the ballot question would be an important -- albeit symbolic -- statement.
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Hillary Linardopoulos, of the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, said the ballot question would be an important -- albeit symbolic -- statement.
Council president Darrell Clarke said an additional $30 million would serve as a stopgap in case Harrisburg approves a city tax on cigarettes.
Philadelphia school district officials are warning of dire consequences if the city and state don't quickly come through with millions in new funding.
Drexel paid $25 million for the school building, which the district closed last June.
The money comes from a group called the Children's Scholarship Fund Philadelphia -- from businesses who get Pennsylvania corporate tax credits for contributing.
The report, by the Policy Lab at Children's Hospital, says 17 percent of Philadelphia school students have been involved with DHS or the juvenile justice system, and 20 percent of those in high schools.
The School District of Philadelphia's plan to sell a shuttered high school to Drexel University appears to be a go, and that would mean an infusion of cash for the schools next week as officials struggle to pay the bills by month's end.
But the lawmakers voiced frustration at how the school district conducts its business.
School District of Philadelphia to host its first dramatic stage play ever. The play, presented Saturday at 8pm, is a fictional account of a meeting between civil rights leaders Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr.
City Council president Darrell Clarke says the school district's immediate need for $35 million by month's end is a "self-inflicted wound" because the district, in his view, dragged its feet on selling old, shuttered buildings.
Even so, the proposed legislation does not fully meet the district's needs for the coming year.
At a Council hearing this morning, school district COO Fran Burns said seven of the 27 buildings have buyers, and the rest are not likely to bring in as much as had been hoped.
Council President Clarke wants to revise the state's plan for city sales tax revenues so that over four years, the proceeds are split between the schools and the city pension fund. He and the mayor also want approval for a city tax on cigarettes.
The School Reform Commission has decided to defy the city charter and not pass a budget for next year on time.
It's a victory in the Pennsylvania Supreme Court for the School District of Philadelphia in its dispute with the Walter D. Palmer Charter School.
City Council president Darrell Clarke has decided to play it safe, adding a fallback provision to his plan to send sales tax proceeds to the cash-starved school district.
The incident happened around 2 p.m. at the Andrew Jackson School.
Philadelphia school officials told city council, today, the deadline for massive lay-offs is getting close and a failure to to come up with funding will mean dire conditions in schools next year.
Four of the five, including Cayuga Elementary School principal Evelyn Cortez, now have a preliminary hearing on July 18th to face charges that they gave students answers to standardized tests.
It may be a tough sell in Harrisburg, but City Council is hoping to convince state lawmakers to sign on to their revised school bailout plan.
Mayor Nutter says he's concerned that the proposed graduated split in sales tax proceeds would need approval from the state General Assembly.
The Philadelphia school funding crisis was coming to a head in City Council as the Council president introduced a bailout plan that neither the mayor, state lawmakers, nor school advocates are likely to embrace.
M. Night Shyamalan's book, "I Got Schooled," outlines five practices he says data show will improve school performance.
Pennsylvania prosecutors have filed charges against a principal and four teachers, accusing them of cheating on standardized tests in the Philadelphia school system.
Whether you're about to throw something on the grill for a BBQ or simply enjoy the long holiday weekend, here's a list of things to do in the Philadelphia region.
A Philadelphia group is collecting plants to bring to CHOP patients.
Delaware County officials say an employee found a large amount of dead fish and a sheen on the water in the Chester Creek West Branch.
Pop star Sabrina Carpenter spoke exclusively to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her new album, "Man's Best Friend," her songwriting process and more.
TSA is expecting about 17.5 million travelers at its checkpoints through Wednesday. Meanwhile, Americans driving to their destinations will find cheaper gas prices this year.
Some SEPTA bus routes are being restored as the transit agency faces a budget deficit of more than $200 million.
A Philadelphia group is collecting plants to bring to CHOP patients.
Delaware County officials say an employee found a large amount of dead fish and a sheen on the water in the Chester Creek West Branch.
Whether you're about to throw something on the grill for a BBQ or simply enjoy the long holiday weekend, here's a list of things to do in the Philadelphia region.
Pop star Sabrina Carpenter spoke exclusively to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her new album, "Man's Best Friend," her songwriting process and more.
Whether you're about to throw something on the grill for a BBQ or simply enjoy the long holiday weekend, here's a list of things to do in the Philadelphia region.
A Philadelphia group is collecting plants to bring to CHOP patients.
Delaware County officials say an employee found a large amount of dead fish and a sheen on the water in the Chester Creek West Branch.
Cars packed the roadways Thursday evening as families headed to the Jersey Shore for Labor Day weekend.
Kyle Schwarber is the first Phillie to hit four home runs in a game since Hall of Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt did it in 1976.
New Jersey government agencies are urging precautions against the mosquito-borne illness after multiple positive cases in humans.
Cars packed the roadways Thursday evening as families headed to the Jersey Shore for Labor Day weekend.
PATCO trains between Philadelphia and New Jersey will stop running overnight on weekdays for six months starting Monday, officials say.
The Wildwoods Boardwalk Friday Night Fireworks in New Jersey has been canceled this week because of the impacts of Hurricane Erin.
The Federal Aviation Administration lifted a full ground stop at the New Jersey airport, but many flights are still delayed.
Fifth grader Trey Harrison, who was critically injured in a car crash five months ago, is finally heading home from the hospital.
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.
A Philadelphia group is collecting plants to bring to CHOP patients.
New Jersey government agencies are urging precautions against the mosquito-borne illness after multiple positive cases in humans.
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.
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.
Cars packed the roadways Thursday evening as families headed to the Jersey Shore for Labor Day weekend.
PATCO trains between Philadelphia and New Jersey will stop running overnight on weekdays for six months starting Monday, officials say.
Some SEPTA bus routes are being restored as the transit agency faces a budget deficit of more than $200 million.
With more SEPTA service cuts slated for after Labor Day, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia says thousands of families will be impacted.
The PPA says speed cameras along Broad Street are expected to go live in mid-September, with enforcement starting in November.
Kyle Schwarber is the first Phillie to hit four home runs in a game since Hall of Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt did it in 1976.
Staley, who has coached South Carolina to three national championships, interviewed with the Knicks before they hired Mike Brown.
Parsons said in a statement that it is a sad day and that he never wanted this chapter of his life to end; however,"not everything was under my control."
The Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday signed Britain Covey, Marcus Epps and Luke Felix-Fualalo to their practice squad.
The Philadelphia Eagles will wear their Kelly Green jerseys three times in 2025, all coming against NFC East opponents.
Whether you're about to throw something on the grill for a BBQ or simply enjoy the long holiday weekend, here's a list of things to do in the Philadelphia region.
Pop star Sabrina Carpenter spoke exclusively to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her new album, "Man's Best Friend," her songwriting process and more.
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.
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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.
Millions of Americans are traveling Friday for the Labor Day weekend. Here's what to know.
Crews are responding to a spill in Chester Creek after dozens of dead fish were found Friday.
Errors on your credit report can range from simple misspellings to serious instances of someone else's debt showing up under your name, experts say. Josh Sidorowicz walks you through the process of fixing your credit report.
A new plan from Philadelphia leaders will restore multiple SEPTA bus routes that students need to get to school, but leaders continue to call for state funding that would prevent further cuts from taking effect. Wakisha Bailey reports.
In the Philadelphia region we have sunny weather today with little to no rain to speak of through the Labor Day weekend, Meteorologist Grant Gilmore reports.