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

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

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

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.

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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!

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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.

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A Summer Health & Wellness Update

The District is supporting mental and physical health this summer.

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School District of Philadelphia Hosts Hiring Events Now Through August

School District of Philadelphia Hosts Hiring Events Now Through August

The School District of Philadelphia will host a series of hiring events for approximately 1,000 open school-based support positions across the District.

Reminder: PHLConnectED is Transitioning – Make the Switch to ACP!

The final day of sponsored internet service through PHLConnectED is July 31, 2023.Make the switch to the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).

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It’s the First Full Week of Summer!

Information from Dr. Watlington for Summer Activities

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District Hosts 2023 End of Year School Leader Celebration

District Hosts 2023 End of Year School Leader Celebration

The School District of Philadelphia hosted its 2023 End of the Year School Leader Celebration, honoring District principals and assistant principals and some of their significant milestones.

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