Education
19 Philly-Area Schools Rethinking Education in Big Ways and Small
Open Connections Where home and school amplify each other Location: Newtown Square | Ages: 2 to 18 | Enrollment: 130 | Price: Starts at $4,000 […]
U.S. Dept. of Education Probes Temple Over Business School Scandal
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Temple University’s business school over its online MBA program scandal. Philly.com reports that the federal agency will investigate whether […]
The New Philadelphia Board of Education Holds First Public Meeting
The Philadelphia Board of Education is officially in business. The board held its first public meeting on Monday evening, roughly three months after its nine […]
Here’s Who’s on Philadelphia’s Brand-New Board of Education
Major news for Philly schools: Mayor Jim Kenney announced the city’s new Board of Education on Wednesday morning. The nine-member board will oversee Philly schools — and […]
Helen Gym on Championing Philly Public Schools and What’s Next
The Rundown Age: 50 CV, abridged: Philly’s first Asian-American City Councilwoman (2016-present); Cesar Chavez Champion of Change (2014); national vice chair of Local Progress (2017-present); […]
Kenney Wants a More Diverse School Board Nominee List
Last month, the city’s school board nominating panel presented Mayor Jim Kenney with 27 nominees for Philly’s brand-new Board of Education. But Kenney, who will choose the board’s nine […]
The One Persistent Reason Why There Aren’t More Women in Tech
There’s one persistent reason why the tech workforce is notoriously male-dominated, and a report from Philly’s TechGirlz offers some new information on the roadblock. In […]
Bob Moul: Philly Schools With No Tech Education? That’s a Big Problem.
Every student in Philadelphia, regardless of zip code or family income, should have access to tech education. In fact, it should be part of every […]
Philadelphia Private Schools: Are They the Right Choice for Your Child?
John Nagl is sitting comfortably on the back porch of his house across the street from the Haverford School campus on a sticky summer day. […]
I Love My Job: Jefferson’s Stephen K. Klasko
A lot has happened with Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health over the past few years, and Stephen K. Klasko has orchestrated it all. Since […]
OPINION: The One Big Thing Missing From Allan Domb’s Plan to Grow the City
As we’ve unfortunately learned, some business leaders may not be the most effective political leaders. But Allan Domb doesn’t fall into that category. Since taking […]
Greenhouse Ventures, Jefferson Offer “Higher” Education in New Medical Marijuana Pa. Tour
On July 25th, a group of 100 Philadelphia healthcare professionals will become some of the first in the state to learn about the benefits and […]
Report: Educational and Medical Jobs Help Stabilize Rents and Retail Market
It’s no secret that Philadelphia is a powerhouse in educational and health services – just a quick glance around our thriving metropolis will make this more […]
Kenney Calls Pa. Senator’s “Inner City” Comment “Racism”
Last week, Pennsylvania senator and Education Committee chair John Eichelberger reportedly claimed that students in some “inner city” neighborhoods need “less intensive” programs. This week, Mayor Jim […]
Pa. Senator Draws Ire for Comment on “Inner City” Students
A Pennsylvania senator and Education Committee chair has drawn criticism from some Democrats after he claimed students in some “inner city” neighborhoods need “less intensive” […]