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February 23, 2023: Learn About the 211 Violence Prevention Hotline

February 23, 2023: Learn About the 211 Violence Prevention Hotline

Posted on January 31, 2023
Categories: Health & Wellness
Did you know there is a number you can call to talk to another person right away at any time about getting help when it comes to gun violence, or help with paying utilities, or even places where you can get clothing? The 211 hotline is provided through partnership between the City of Philadelphia and...
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February 16, 2023: Discover the Restorative Practices of the Office of School Safety

February 16, 2023: Discover the Restorative Practices of the Office of School Safety

Posted on January 31, 2023
Categories: Family News & Resources
For our students and families, the safety of their school is more than important. In a school district as large as ours, there are many important conversations to be had about how schools in our District are helping to keep schools and students safe and what types of practices our Safety Officers are using. We’ve...
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FACE's Ultimate Guide to Report Card Conferences

FACE’s Ultimate Guide to Report Card Conferences

Posted on January 3, 2023
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Categories: Family News & Resources, Featured FACEs
It’s that time of year again – that’s right, report card conferences are coming up soon! For the 2023-2024 school year, the first term report card conferences will be one (1) full day (November 27th), while the second and third term conferences will be two (2) half days (February 1st and 2nd & April 4th...
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Coming to FACT on January 31: Legal Rights for Grandfamilies and Kinship Caregivers

Coming to FACT on January 31: Legal Rights for Grandfamilies and Kinship Caregivers

Posted on December 22, 2022
Categories: Family News & Resources
For our next FACT workshop, we're hoping to offer resources and support to the numerous older adults that are acting as primary caregivers and/or helping to raise a student in one of our school communities. That’s why we’ve partnered with Supervising Attorney Heather Kelly and SeniorLAW Center for our latest free online Family Academy: Courses &...
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Five Fun and Free Ways to Enjoy Winter Break

Five Fun and Free Ways to Enjoy Winter Break

Posted on December 1, 2022
Categories: Family News & Resources, Featured FACEs
For the seekers of all things festive, free, and fun this Winter Break, we’ve got you covered! With so much to do and see in our city, you’re sure to find something that will fit your family. Check out our short list of attractions and activities to explore below while schools are closed and stay...
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Academic Calendar Feedback Opportunities

Academic Calendar Feedback Opportunities

Posted on November 2, 2022
Categories: Family News & Resources
Thank you for your participation! The survey is now closed.   We are in the initial stages of developing the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Academic Calendars. Our primary goal is to create calendars that support student learning and meet the needs of our students, families and staff. We want to hear from you! We invite you...
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Tips for Productive Report Card Conferences

Tips for Productive Report Card Conferences

Posted on October 27, 2022
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Categories: Family News & Resources
Photo: NPR Report card conferences are approaching, and we want to make sure that both families and educators are prepared and ready to discuss the progress of students to ensure a clear path for the rest of the school year, especially in this unique environment. Remember that a major goal of these conferences is to...
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Five Ways You Can Engage with Your Child’s School

Five Ways You Can Engage with Your Child’s School

Posted on September 26, 2022
Categories: Family News & Resources
Shqip  |  عربي |   汉语  |  Français  |  ខ្មែរ  |  Português  |  Русский  |  Español  |  Việt Getting – and staying – engaged with your child’s school pays off in numerous ways; let’s look at some of the ways you can do just that. Connecting with your child’s teachers is the first step.  A good...
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Crossing “Back-to-School Anxiety” Off Your Back-to-School List

Crossing “Back-to-School Anxiety” Off Your Back-to-School List

Posted on September 1, 2022
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Categories: Health & Wellness
The flurry of things to do and people to meet during the first weeks of school is enough to make most of us anxious– from teachers to principals, from parents and caregivers to students of all ages. However, there are things that can be done to make sure we all have a more relaxed school...
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Want to Volunteer at One of Our Schools? Summer Is the Perfect Time to Prepare!

Want to Volunteer at One of Our Schools? Summer Is the Perfect Time to Prepare!

Posted on May 31, 2022
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Categories: Family News & Resources
Have you been thinking about volunteering for one of our schools lately? Maybe you’ve seen some of the great work our volunteers are doing, or perhaps you’re looking for a rewarding way to spend some of your free time! District volunteers are an integral part of our school ecosystem– after all, they help to build...
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