In the Spring of 2023, Dr. Watlington plans on introducing a 5-Year Strategic Plan. In order to develop this plan he has held advisory groups consisting of district administrators and students and teachers. In one particular advisory group called "Critical Friends," attendants shared very mixed opinions and criticisms on the transition plan, and how beneficial it will be to Philly's schools.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art workers have finally come to the end of their 19 day strike. This ending is the culmination of 2 years of negotiations finally resulting in ratified union contract between PMA union workers and administrators.
A chronicle of the history of the South Philadelphia Oil Refinery and the events surrounding it right now, including the recent change in ownership and the response from the community.
The importance of youth engagement is coming forward in the upcoming election. What are youth-led organizations doing to encourage young Pennsylvanians to register to vote?
As the registration deadline for midterm elections draw closer, youths can use their voices to contribute to our communities by registering to vote today!
A Philadelphia Judge denied this attempt which came as a shock to Kenney and the citizens of Philadelphia. What does this mean for our state, and what does it mean for our lives?
On June 24, 2022, protestors gathered at Philadelphia’s City Hall holding signs, some reading, “Abortion is Healthcare” and “I will not go quietly back to the 1950s”. This reversal is not only affecting women’s reproductive rights but also access to contraception. Pennsylvania, like many other states, is facing an uncertain future in abortion healthcare as it relies on the results of the gubernatorial election on November 8.
As this year's Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage month comes to a close, we reflect on this year's theme and what it means for the community.
The Pennsylvania Primary Elections are taking place this upcoming Tuesday. Two candidates share their feelings on voting and holding public office in part one of this two part election article!
On March 19, 2022, elected officials, activists, and other Philadelphians gathered for the unveiling of the Black Student Walkouts historical marker at the intersection of 21st and Winter Streets that was organized by Helen Gym and Masterman High School alumni.
Gov. Wolf and committees have finally pushed the last details if their PA Charter Reform proposal after a 25 year halt in charter legislation
Philadelphia Film Society is now a day away from its four-day Green Screen: Philadelphia Environmental Film Festival from March 31st - April 3rd.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: The start of a welcoming and supportive environment within our schools.
Youth voting has become increasingly important throughout the years. What does voting education provide for youth voters? How does this education increase voting? Here is what PA Youth Vote is doing to provide our youth voters with the knowledge and engagement needed to change the culture of voting as the Commonwealth of PA is mobilized to turn out in 2022!
These six high school students will be writing essays about their lives and education.
