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The study used five criteria to determine a school's social mobility score: tuition, percentage of low-income students, graduation rate, median early career salary and the size of the school's endowment.
Today was graduation today for some special dogs who will go on to do some special work.
The district is appealing to Commonwealth Court, where it seeks a judgment on whether the School Reform Commission has the authority to cancel the PFT contract.
A former student is telling jurors he wishes he never met the high-ranking state university administrator he says groped him and gave him unwelcomed gifts.
Aptly-named "Wasting time on the Internet," the real-life course will be offered by the Ivy League school's English department during the upcoming spring 2015 semester.
Students arriving at a troubled Philadelphia charter high school Monday morning were told to go home, and informed that the school will be closing for good.
The idea behind automated toll collection seems simple: A car passes through with a transponder, and a radio sensor charges the owner's account.
Raytheon, a longtime supporter of education in science, technology, engineering and math, created Sum of All Thrills to show the real-life application of concepts such as angles, velocity and kinetic energy.
Pennsylvania's new statewide curriculum and high school graduation exams have generated so much controversy, the state board of education has launched a website to take public comments.
Haverford College has received the largest gift in the exclusive Main Line school's history, as noted Alum Howard Lutnick has made a $25-million donation.
"We have one-of-a-kind jewelry from designers around the country," says Dru Ellen Kolker, co-chair of the upcoming Treasures Show and Sale at the Penn Museum.
A Philadelphia-based non-profit that provides after school programs in nearly a dozen public schools got a $900,000 boost this week.
Eighty-four years ago, artifacts were placed into a tin box and placed behind the building's cornerstone.
The Central Bucks School District superintendent says he has canceled both the varsity and junior varsity football seasons, effective immediately. All varsity and JV football coaches have been suspended.
It's all part of a partnership between the Centennial School District and Shop Rite to give students hands-on experience running a business.
Between freshman and senior year, sex during a hookup becomes nearly twice as likely, while condom use drops about 40% between freshman and sophomore year.
Following its successful "Donuts with Dad" program, a K-8 school in Southwest Philadelphia today held a "Muffins with Mom" event.
Temple University says its preparedness efforts began over the summer, before the start of the semester, when students coming from the Ebola-affected countries were contacted.
The 25th anniversary edition of the "Step Up to College Guide" was released today, with a pep rally for students at Northeast High School.
Students at a South Jersey school raised awareness for breast cancer in a unique way on Tuesday.
"Children sometimes recall facts, sometimes not; but they will always recall an experience," noted Philadelphia schools superintendent Williams Hite.
The judge granted a preliminary injunction sought by the PFT. Two weeks ago, the SRC announced it was going to begin requiring Philadelphia public school teachers to pay a contribution to their health insurance.
A Gettysburg museum featuring a model Confederate encampment and many Civil War artifacts is closing after more than half a century.
Four girls grew up to become accomplished engineers and scientists, one chased amoebas in a creek. Another loved puzzling out math problems. One fed her curiosity through a sash full of Girl Scout badges, while another became enamored with science during a trip to a crocodile farm.
Bad weather takes the blame for most air traffic delays, whether it's a blizzard that is blanketing Buffalo in snow or a Midwestern summer storm that shoots lightning around the airspace.
If you've been waiting to get outside, clean up the yard, or just dry things out, this afternoon is another good opportunity.
Football players at Olney High School traded tackles for chest compressions Tuesday as the Eagles and American Heart Association teamed up to help teach student-athletes how to respond to a cardiac emergency.
The museum at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, the oldest natural history museum in America, closed to the public Sunday, but for many the fight isn't over.
Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly's decision to bring closer Jhoan Duran in as early as possible backfired Tuesday.
New Jersey's former lieutenant governor is speaking out in an exclusive interview just days after stepping down.
The museum at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, the oldest natural history museum in America, closed to the public Sunday, but for many the fight isn't over.
If you've been waiting to get outside, clean up the yard, or just dry things out, this afternoon is another good opportunity.
Residents can expect to see heavy construction equipment and street closures as police continue investigating the Chew Avenue "house of horrors."
Football players at Olney High School traded tackles for chest compressions Tuesday as the Eagles and American Heart Association teamed up to help teach student-athletes how to respond to a cardiac emergency.
Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly's decision to bring closer Jhoan Duran in as early as possible backfired Tuesday.
If you've been waiting to get outside, clean up the yard, or just dry things out, this afternoon is another good opportunity.
The museum at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, the oldest natural history museum in America, closed to the public Sunday, but for many the fight isn't over.
Denny Lai is honoring his grandmother, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014, in the Coast 2 Coast 4 Cancer ride.
Police are investigating vandalism at Yardley Country Club after two swastikas and a racial slur were carved into the golf course.
Rose Bridge Farm in Dresher, Pennsylvania, says its "Cows and Coffee" experience helps care for the centuries-old property.
If you've been waiting to get outside, clean up the yard, or just dry things out, this afternoon is another good opportunity.
New Jersey's former lieutenant governor is speaking out in an exclusive interview just days after stepping down.
The Lobster House is cleaning up after this weekend's nor'easter, with part of the popular seafood restaurant still closed.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is working with federal partners to help New Jersey beach towns recover from the weekend nor'easter.
Most minimum-wage workers in the Garden State will get a pay increase at the start of 2027.
If you've been waiting to get outside, clean up the yard, or just dry things out, this afternoon is another good opportunity.
The nor'easter is finally winding down in the Philadelphia region after causing damage at the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A strong nor'easter continues to bring rain, damaging winds and coastal flooding to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A NEXT Weather Alert remains in effect through Sunday, mainly for the Jersey Shore, as a nor'easter continues to develop.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
Football players at Olney High School traded tackles for chest compressions Tuesday as the Eagles and American Heart Association teamed up to help teach student-athletes how to respond to a cardiac emergency.
Denny Lai is honoring his grandmother, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014, in the Coast 2 Coast 4 Cancer ride.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
Health officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport, and it's not related to the case at CHOP.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
Ciddianys Rodriguez's bakery, Ciddianys Bakery & Bistro, now has three thriving locations in Philadelphia.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
SEPTA's "Accelerate" plan would see upgrades across the system, including new train cars, shorter wait times and station updates.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto three cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly's decision to bring closer Jhoan Duran in as early as possible backfired Tuesday.
An eighth-inning homer by Austin Riley helped the Atlanta Braves come from behind to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 5-3 on Tuesday in the opener of a best-of-three National League Wild Card Series.
The Atlanta Braves square off against the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series.
Stepping in for Caleb Williams, Keenum was 24 for 34 for 247 yards.
The Phillies will turn to Jesús Luzardo on Tuesday to open Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series vs. the Braves.
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor who wrote the perfect script for himself – and refused to sell it unless he played the title role. He talks about his new memoir, "The Steps," that recounts his rocky road to fame before and after "Rocky."
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
In a surprising turn in Lindsay Clancy's first hearing since her mistrial in early September, her lawyer, Kevin Reddington, argued that there was no evidence she killed her kids.
Caldwell resigned last week over accusations of inappropriate behavior with women and ethics violations.
No umbrella needed again in the Philadelphia region on Wednesday as some sunshine returns. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the weather forecast, including when it will feel like summer in October.
The players learned hands-only CPR and how to use an automated external defibrillator, or AED, during a special practice aimed at giving them skills that could help save a teammate, opponent or someone in their community.
Protesters want Drexel University to accept funding from the William Penn Foundation that could cover the museum's operating costs for at least another year.