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Reveals Philadelphia Schools Plan: 20 Closures, 12 Repurposes, $2.8 Billion Vision
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Reveals Philadelphia Schools Plan: 20 Closures, 12 Repurposes, $2.8 Billion Vision

Posted by I’m Daniel J. Whitman, a weather and environmental journalist based in Philadelphia. I Daniel J. Whitman January 23, 2026No Comments
At a Glance 20 district-owned schools will close, 12 will be repurposed, 8 will be conveyed to the city. The plan covers 307 properties, modernizing...
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Ex-CFO Arrested for Allegedly Stealing $300K from Closed Philly Charter
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Ex-CFO Arrested for Allegedly Stealing $300K from Closed Philly Charter

Posted by I’m Daniel J. Whitman, a weather and environmental journalist based in Philadelphia. I Daniel J. Whitman January 10, 2026No Comments
> At a Glance > - Darnell Smith, 52, was arrested Jan. 9, 2026, for allegedly embezzling $300,000 from Khepera Charter School > - Indictment came...
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NJ Bans Phones in K-12 Schools Starting Now
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NJ Bans Phones in K-12 Schools Starting Now

Posted by I’m Michael A. Turner, a Philadelphia-based journalist with a deep-rooted passion for local reporting, government accountability, and community storytelling. Michael A. Turner January 9, 2026No Comments
At a Glance Governor Phil Murphy signed a statewide ban on student cellphone use in K-12 schools. The rule covers school hours, buses, and...
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Brown Students Turn to Sidechat During Active Shooter Crisis
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Brown Students Turn to Sidechat During Active Shooter Crisis

Posted by I’m Michael A. Turner, a Philadelphia-based journalist with a deep-rooted passion for local reporting, government accountability, and community storytelling. Michael A. Turner January 8, 2026No Comments
> At a Glance > - Students relied on anonymous campus app Sidechat for real-time updates > - First posts appeared 15 minutes before the university...
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Camden Schools Tap Vineland Chief Alfonso Llano as Next Superintendent
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Camden Schools Tap Vineland Chief Alfonso Llano as Next Superintendent

Posted by I’m Olivia Bennett Harris, a health and science journalist committed to reporting accurate, compassionate, and evidence-based stories that help readers make informed decisions about their well-being. Olivia Bennett Harris January 8, 2026No Comments
> At a Glance > - Alfonso Llano, a 30-year veteran educator, will lead Camden City School District > - Llano has served as Vineland Public Schools...
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Google Classroom Adds AI Podcasts for Students
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Google Classroom Adds AI Podcasts for Students

Posted by I’m Olivia Bennett Harris, a health and science journalist committed to reporting accurate, compassionate, and evidence-based stories that help readers make informed decisions about their well-being. Olivia Bennett Harris January 7, 2026No Comments
At a Glance Google Classroom now offers Gemini-powered podcast-style audio lessons for teachers to create Educators can customize grade level,...
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Philly Leaders to Unveil 2026 Education Roadmap Wednesday
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Philly Leaders to Unveil 2026 Education Roadmap Wednesday

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson January 7, 2026No Comments
> At a Glance > - Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, Superintendent Tony Watlington, and other officials will gather at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday at...
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Principal
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Principal Accused of Antisemitic Remarks Faces Hearing in Wissahickon School District

Posted by I am Jordan M. Lewis, a dedicated journalist and content creator passionate about keeping the City of Brotherly Love informed, engaged, and connected. Jordan M. Lewis December 28, 2025No Comments
A recording of a Lower Gwynedd Elementary School principal speaking antisemitic remarks has sparked a swift response from the Wissahickon School...
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Community members gather outside old school with handmade signs to preserve it and hopeful faces.
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Philadelphia Survey Shows Residents Favor Renovations Over School Closures

Posted by I’m Emily Carter Reynolds, a Philadelphia-based journalist specializing in crime, public safety, and the justice system. Emily Carter Reynolds December 24, 2025No Comments
A recent survey by the School District of Philadelphia shows residents overwhelmingly favor renovating aging school buildings rather than shutting...
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Students walking down hallway with bright pink No Cellphones sign and abandoned smartphone on bench
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New Jersey Senate Approves Bill to Regulate Student Cellphone Use

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson December 23, 2025No Comments
A new law that could reshape how New Jersey schools manage technology has just cleared the Senate, setting the stage for statewide rules that will...
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