African-American teacher reading to school children

An African-American teacher, a mature woman in her 40s, sitting in front of her class of elementary school students, 6 and 7 years old, reading a book. She has asked a question and most of the children are raising their hands. They are in first grade or second grade.

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ELC Principles for Charter School Reform

Charter schools are public schools and must follow laws that protect the rights of public school students. Ensuring that charter schools, as well as traditional public schools, provide quality education…

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Mayor Kenney delivers first budget address

…President in 2012, Council has raised taxes every year in order to address state funding cuts to our state–controlled school district. State disinvestment in Philadelphia public schools, and local taxes…

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ANNOUNCEMENT-OCDEL-15-01 (1)

…January 2014, ED developed recommendations and guidance for improving school climate and discipline. This information is found in Guiding Principles: A Resource Guide for Improving School Climate and Discipline and…

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