Category: News from SDP

City and School District Provide Update on Back-to-School Safety and Programming for the 2023-2024 School Year

PHILADELPHIA — At a press briefing today, the City of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia School District and the School Board announced plans for keeping students safe during the upcoming school year. “Our students’ security and well-being are essential for their learning and academic achievement,” said Mayor Jim Kenney. “As we continue to address violence and crime citywide, one of…

School Organizational Changes and Health & Safety Updates for the 23-24 School Year

Significant school organizational changes and health & safety updates.

District Partners with Organizations to Provide Students with Access to State Required Student Immunizations

As National Immunization Awareness Month closes, the District will host some final opportunities for families leading up to the new school year.

Join Us For a Free Screening of The Right to Read

I am excited to invite you to the Fillmore on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.to learn how the literacy crisis is impacting students in Philadelphia.

2023-2024 School Selection Announcement

The 2023-2024 school selection process opens on Friday, September 15, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. and will close on Friday, October 27, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.

School District and City of Philadelphia Reach Agreement Regarding School Openings and Management of Environmental Conditions

The landmark settlement agreement sets protocol for school building inspections and reporting and allocates $2.5 Million to improve data management

Learn More About the District’s New Math Core Instructional Resources

You’re invited to participate in an upcoming virtual introduction to the District’s vision for Math.

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District Teachers Prepare to Support English Learners

As the population of English Learners dramatically increases throughout the country, the School District of Philadelphia is preparing teachers to best support the diverse needs of its students. Nearly 240 District teachers who work with English Learners (ELs) recently finished their work with WestEd’s Quality Teaching for English Learners (QTEL), a unique research-based professional learning experience that enhances instruction for English Learners.

Announcing the 2023 Back-to-School Celebration & Bus Tour

The School District of Philadelphia is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Back-to-School Celebration & Bus Tour!

Superintendent Watlington Announces Appointment of New Deputy Superintendent of Academic Services

Introducing the District’s new Deputy Superintendent of Academic Services, Jermaine Dawson, Ed.D.