The Philly school district is growing after years of shrinking. Here’s how one school is attracting more students.
When Marla Travis became West Philadelphia High’s principal in the 2018-19 school year, the neighborhood school enrolled just ...
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Philadelphia schools superintendent touts "significant progress," says immigration enforcement brings challenges
The superintendent talked about scholastic improvement and a new challenge the district may be facing. "I'm excited to share with our community that in the School District of Philadelphia ...
Philly schools will not have a delayed opening after the Super Bowl. Superintendent Tony Watlington is apparently superstitious.
Other districts in the area have delays on the Monday after the Super Bowl, including Upper Darby, Gloucester City, and ...
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Philly schools will be closed during the Super Bowl parade
This just in, all Philadelphia schools will be closed on Friday for the Super Bowl Parade! Superintendent Tony B. Watlington ...
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No delay for School District of Philadelphia after Super Bowl LIX to preserve 'winning tradition'
Students in the School District of Philadelphia will have to report to class on time the Monday after Super Bowl LIX and it seems a little bit of superstition played into the decision.
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In 2nd State of Schools address, Philly superintendent says district is making progress, but more work is needed
The School District of Philadelphia reports some higher scores for third- through eighth-grade students, higher attendance and a lower dropout rate.
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Philadelphia public schools won't have 2-hour delay if Eagles win Super Bowl 2025
In a video posted to YouTube, Superintendent Tony Watlington says the School District of Philadelphia will operate on normal schedules on Monday, Feb. 10, regardless of the result of Super Bowl 2025.
Back to school in August for city kids: Philly schools may have a pre-Labor Day start
The district will give students and staff off for Indigenous Peoples' Day and Veterans' Day again in 2025-26 and 2026-27.
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Eagles Super Bowl parade: Philadelphia school district, more local schools closed Friday
Friday is going to be an unforgettable moment in Philly sports history! Here are some schools that are giving students and staff the day off to be part of the action: ...
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School calendar news: Philly schools could start before Labor Day for the next 2 years
Philadelphia school district officials released their academic calendar recommendations for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years. They have recommended that the school year start before Labor Day, and ...