How Improv Can Help Students: Inside A Pioneering Philadelphia Program That's Boosting Teens' Communication Skills

“For any improv game, you can gear it towards whatever skill you want students to practice."

FAFSA Completions Down In PA: How Philadelphia Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Philadelphia area high schools.

Bid To Reopen Prominent Philadelphia All Girls Catholic School Hits Roadblock

"I do believe this is a minor setback. Parents of Hallahan Girls' School continue to move forward."

15-Year-Old Defies Odds To Graduate From Philadelphia Performing Arts Academy

Matthew is a non-verbal student with autism.

Philly School District Buys Electric School Buses

The 48-passenger buses with wheelchair lifts produce zero emissions, with a range of up to 125 miles on a single charge.

School District Of Philadelphia Pauses Plans For This Week's Outdoor Graduation Ceremonies Due To Weather Forecast

“The School District of Philadelphia is committed to celebrating our graduating seniors with a commencement ceremony.”

Temple University Welcomes Dr. Jason Wingard, School's First African American President

Dr. Wingard’s academic career includes teaching positions at Columbia University, University of Pennsylvania, and at Stanford.

Hunting Park Christian Academy Students Turn Principal Into Ice Cream Sundae

The top 20 fundraising students poured ice cream and toppings all over Kevin Deane.

Honoring The Class Of 2021: Janaya Banks Of Commonwealth Charter Academy

Before this year's seniors head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.

In-Person Learning Returning To Philly Schools For 2021-22

The School District of Philadelphia Wednesday said the 2021-22 school year will be fully in person following

Gift of Life Pres. & CEO to Deliver Juniata Commencement Address

Gift of Life Donor Program President & CEO to Deliver Juniata Commencement Address, Receive Honorary Degree

Recognize Your 2021 Graduate On Philadelphia Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Philadelphia Patch.

Philadelphia Graduating Senior's Academic Achievements Already Opening Big Doors

Lisber Guillion Minier, a senior at George Washington Carver High School of Engineering and Science, is now a Gates Scholar.

La Salle University Baseball Team Players Working To Save Program

The University board decided to cut seven athletic teams because of financial issues, and among them is the baseball team.

10 Philly High Schools Among Best In PA: U.S. News

Julia R. Masterman Secondary School and Central High School were among the top 10. See the schools' ranks here.

College Financial Aid Applications In Philadelphia Area: Compare To PA

See how college aid applications changed for Philadelphia area high schools.

UPenn Requiring Coronavirus Vaccination For All Students

The university will also require students get flu shots later in the fall on top of the coronavirus vaccines.

Philadelphia School District Launches COVID-19 Dashboard With Latest Information

This dashboard will be updated weekly to complement those efforts and provide a districtwide snapshot across all schools.

'Freestyle Fridays' Help Philly Teacher, Students Connect

Teacher Ben Madry recaps his students' lessons each Friday with rapping videos, fostering an even deeper student-educator relationship.

All Philly Schools To Offier In-Person Learning April 26

Twenty-three School District of Philadelphia Schools are not offering in-person learning as of now, but will starting April 26.

University Of Pennsylvania Graduate Programs Named Among Top In Country, Report Finds

The rankings evaluated programs across a number of specialties including business, education, engineering, law, medicine and nursing.

Philly School District Lays Out Next Phase Of Reopening Plan

Starting April 6, families of certain students can can complete the Phase II Learning Model Selection Survey through April 13.

Third Wave Of Philadelphia Public School Students Return To Classroom

About 9,000 students in pre-kindergarten through second grade will be back to hybrid, in-person learning two days a week.

Philadelphia Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The share of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been growing. Here's how it’s changed in Philadelphia County.

Philadelphia Landmarks Lit Blue And Gold For Drexel's Men's And Women's Basketball Teams

It's the first time since 1997 both teams have made the NCAA Tournament.

More School District Of Philadelphia To Open Next Week

PreK through second-grade students in 35 more schools will begin returning to school buildings for in-person learning on Monday next week.

Philadelphia Senior Shanya Robinson-Owens Weighing College Options After Receiving Over 20 Acceptance Letters And $1 Million In Scholarships

Shania Owens, 17, is a typical senior excited about her upcoming high school graduation.

West Philly Senior Earns $1M In Scholarships From 18 Colleges

Shanya Robinson-Owens, who attends Carver High School of Engineering and Science in Philadelphia, plans to major in psychology.

Philly Schools To Start Hybrid Learning Next Week

PreK to second-grade students will begin returning to school buildings for in-person learning on a rolling schedule beginning next week.

Philly Schools Delay Return To In-Person Learning Again

Philly School District PreKindergarten through second grade students who to return on Monday will remain virtual until details are released.

Philadelphia Teachers To Begin Receiving COVID-19 Vaccines Monday

Nine thousand Pre-K through second graders were scheduled to return on Monday but that date has been pushed back to next Monday, March 1.

Philadelphia School District Delays In-Person Learning Again, Hybrid Learning To Begin March 1

Superintendent Dr. William Hite made the announcement Wednesday on the district’s website.

CHOP Inviting Philly School Staffers To Make Vaccine Appointments

A group of about 10,000 staffers from schools across the city are getting invitations to make vaccine appointments.

‘It’s Insulting’: Philadelphia Federation Of Teachers Upset After 14 Nonprofits Suggest Teachers Return To Classrooms

Fourteen nonprofits in the city are now urging Philadelphia teachers to get back into the classrooms.

Philly Teachers Union Tells Staff Not To Go To Work Monday

Philadelphia Federation of Teachers leaders told members not to go to work Monday to prepare for in-person learning later this month.

Philadelphia School District Opening Regional Centers To Handle Specialized Services

There are six locations for students with special needs.

City Of Philadelphia To Provide Free, Online Adult Education

The City of Philadelphia has partnered with several community-based providers to provide the classes through a centralized enrollment.

Penn Pledges $100 Million To The School District Of Philadelphia

This donation represents an unprecedented commitment to the City and its public schoolchildren.

Philly Schools Getting $100M From University Of Pennsylvania

For the next 10 years, the University of Pennsylvania will give the School District of Philadelphia $10 million a year.

Apply For The Board Of Education Of The School District of Philadelphia

The Educational Nominating Panel is now accepting applications for the Board of Education of the School District of Philadelphia.