Category: News from SDP
SDP Launches Stop Arm Pilot on 20 School Buses
The School District of Philadelphia is launching a pilot program designed to deter dangerous driving and support student safety by mounting cameras to the stop arms of school buses to record any motorists who illegally pass the bus. According to Pennsylvania’s School Bus Stopping Law, motorists are required to stop at least 10 feet away…
The PSSA Testing Window for the 24-25 SY Opens Next Week
Shqip | العربية | 汉语 | Français | Kreyòl Ayisyen | ខ្មែរ | Português | Русский | Español | Українська мова | O’zbek tili | Việt Dear School District of Philadelphia Families, Students in grades 3-8 will be participating in the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) between April 21, 2025 – May 9, 2025….
2025 Lindback Award for Distinguished Principals
Each year, the School District of Philadelphia and the Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation honors seven distinguished District principals with an award ceremony and a stipend to benefit their school community. The Lindback Award for Distinguished Principals recognizes leaders who lead and serve with equity principles, dedicate their time and efforts to public...
Summer Programs Announcement
Shqip | العربية | 汉语 | Français | Kreyòl Ayisyen | ខ្មែរ | Português | Русский | Español | Українська мова | O’zbek tili | Việt Dear School District of Philadelphia Parents and Guardians, I am pleased to announce that the School District of Philadelphia’s 2025 Summer Programs website is live. Visit here to learn…
Sarah Apt – Teacher of the Month March 2025
Sarah Apt doesn’t just teach – she transforms lives. The School District of Philadelphia recognizes what Olney High School students have known all along: Ms. Apt is one of the city’s most dedicated educators. As Olney’s Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT) building representative, Ms. Apt has built bridges between students, staff, and Philadelphia’s workforce. She’s…
Sabree Weathers – Senior of the Month March 2025
This month, we proudly celebrate Sabree Weathers as one of our Seniors of the Month. Driven and passionate about her craft, Sabree aspires to be remembered for helping her peers and leading by example. Support from her family has always been a cornerstone of her journey. When asked if her family was aware of her…
Daniella Liang – Senior of the Month March 2025
In a moment that perfectly captures her exceptional journey through Masterman, Daniella Liang has been named Senior of the Month – an honor that arrives alongside her acceptance to the University of Pennsylvania, where she’ll pursue chemistry while remaining in her beloved Philadelphia. Born and raised in the City of Brotherly Love to Chinese immigrant…
The 2024-25 Philly School Experience Survey is now open through June 13
Read in your language: Shqip | العربية | 汉语 | Français | Kreyòl Ayisyen | ខ្មែរ | Português | Русский | Español | Українська мова | O’zbek tili | Việt Dear School District of Philadelphia Parents and Guardians, The 2024-25 Philly School Experience Survey for Parents & Guardians is open now! The Philly School Experience…
Social Work Spotlights – Social Work Month
This March we honor our talented social workers. We hope you will enjoy reading these profiles as much as we enjoyed creating them. Remember, there are hundreds of other social workers who weren't highlighted here, so make sure to celebrate the ones that you know on social media using #SDPThankASocialWorker! Fatima Bakayoko Why did you...