Gov. Josh Shapiro has signed Pennsylvania's school cellphone ban into law. Here's what students and parents need to know before the 2027-28 school year.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art received a $20 million gift from Lois and Julian Brodsky to create a new learning center for students and families.
Comcast is partnering with Cobbs Creek Foundation to support youth education, technology upgrades and the restoration of a historic West Philadelphia golf course.
School choice advocates are urging Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro to join a federal tax credit program that would fund K-12 scholarships beginning in 2027.
Universal SEPTA fare cards for Philadelphia students could cost millions more annually as City Council considers expanding youth transit access.
Jalen Hurts is donating $600,000 to bring air conditioning to Northeast High School, the largest high school in Philadelphia.
The Sixers donated more than $27,000 to Philadelphia literacy programs as Jabari Walker visited Stephen Girard School to encourage young readers.
Temple has canceled a record $55 million gift as the donor and his companies face a federal criminal investigation into alleged fraud and money laundering.
Philadelphia’s school selection process has been delayed until October, with applications for the 2027-28 school year now open from Oct. 5 through Nov. 24.
Philadelphia schools have struggled to properly track equipment and other assets. Education experts explain the problem and what the district can do to fix it.
Students at 52 Philadelphia schools will be dismissed early Tuesday as temperatures approach 90 degrees. See the full list of affected schools.
Philadelphia is forming transition committees at 50 schools as the district prepares for closures, mergers and other changes beginning next school year.
More than half of Philadelphia adults are said to read at or below a fifth-grade level. An adult literacy researcher explains why that can be misleading.
Philly doctors are urging parents to make sure their children are vaccinated as Pennsylvania reports rising measles cases and its first related deaths since 1991.
The School District of Philadelphia is going to focus on academic improvement and building stronger bonds with families, according to Superintendent Tony Watlington.
Temple University will require most freshmen under 21 to live on campus beginning in fall 2027, with exceptions for eligible commuters and other students.
Two West Philly public schools are using different approaches to limit student cellphone use, with educators at both reporting positive results.
Kensington High students and staff will move to a vacant Mayfair school through December after an asbestos concern was discovered during HVAC work.
Pamela Rogow, the owner of W.P.M. Typewriter Store, sells, rents, and services typewriters, and also teaches workshops on how to touch-type.
Communities across Philadelphia are helping families get ready for the new school year with free supplies, enrollment assistance and other back-to-school resources.