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In 2nd State of Schools address, Philly superintendent says district is making progress, but more work is needed
The School District of Philadelphia reports some higher scores for third- through eighth-grade students, higher attendance and a lower dropout rate.
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Philly public school students have made some academic gains, but still lag behind nationally
Philadelphia's public school students have made some gains following a nationwide, post-pandemic academic slump, but they still lag behind U.S. averages on test scores. The National Center for ...
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Philadelphia Superintendent Watlington reaffirms immigrant student protections by school board
Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington Sr. reaffirms the 2021 sanctuary schools policy, emphasizing safe spaces for all students amid renewed immigration raids.
How do you raise the high school graduation rate? Philly is betting a focus on ninth grade will help.
Philadelphia School District leaders have long said they want to improve the system’s four-year graduation rate — currently ...