Philadelphia Catholic School Seniors Awarded Record-Breaking Level of College Scholarships
For example, the 213 seniors at Sts. John Neumann and Maria Gorretti High School, in South Philadelphia, earned $9 million in college scholarships.
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For example, the 213 seniors at Sts. John Neumann and Maria Gorretti High School, in South Philadelphia, earned $9 million in college scholarships.
The cash-strapped Bristol Township (Pa.) school board is mulling over the end of music classes, and it's not the only district in a bind. But critics say this solution is shortsighted.
This West Philadelphia center for art and dance is one of ten institutions from around the country eligible for a $50,000 grant, but the public has to help make it happen.
The School Reform Commission is giving the district's five employee unions until June 30th to reopen their contracts and agree to $75 million in concessions.
A $200,000 gift from Drs. Washington and George Hill will open the Hill Family Center for College Access on the campus of Rutgers University in Camden.
Archdiocesan Superintendent Mary Rochford suggests people brace themselves because the economy, paired with the high cost of education, is forcing more than a few parents to opt out of Catholic schools.
Cheryl Bremble is under arrest, accused of having sexually explicit conversations and sending text messages to one of her female students.
Arlene Ackerman wants $102 million from the city to help cover the school district's massive deficit, but councilmembers why the school district is spending money on other programs.
The Phanatic arrived today at the Independence Visitor Center wearing colonial-style clothing, to unveil the new book, "Phillie Phanatic's Philadelphia Story."
The two young men, both students, pleaded guilty to attacking a teacher during lunch at an alternative school in Northeast Philadelphia last March.
Temple is teaming up with the West Penn Allegheny Health System to establish a new, four-year medical school campus in Pittsburgh.
Parents at two Archdiocese of Philadelphia schools in Delaware County have already been told that their schools will be closing due to decreased enrollment, and a meeting scheduled at a third school has families there fearing the worst.
Education advocates opened umbrellas today outside Philadelphia City Hall to urge Gov. Tom Corbett to spend Pennsylvania's "rainy day" fund on schools and social programs.
New Jersey governor Chris Christie has unveiled a plan that, if approved by the state legislature, would launch a five-year pilot program to form public/private partnerships to run public schools in New Jersey.
About a dozen students turned out for a rally on Thursday morning outside Philadelphia City Hall to protest school district plans to close certain alternative schools.
The School Reform Commission voted 4-0 to negotiate the Educational Accountability Agreement that Mayor Nutter demanded.
As a high school prinicipal, Sister Mary Joan Jacobs tells the girls who attend her school that anything is possible -- and on Wednesday night she planned to prove it.
The Lower Merion School District is coming out swinging against the latest lawsuit that's been filed over monitoring software that was installed on district-issued laptop computers.
Superintendent Mary Rochford confirms the closings of Our Lady of Charity school in Brookhaven and St. Philomena in Lansdowne. She wouldn't immediately identify the third.
The team organization of the Philadelphia Eagles is celebrating its 15th year of building community playgrounds, with a massive beautification project at a Kensington school.
Ten graduating seniors at Chester High School were honored by the Delaware County DA and school officials for taking part in a college "preview" program.
An "alternative" Philadelphia school for students who have had previous discliplinary issues held an "Empowerment Day" for girls, designed to give them tips on how to succeed this summer and beyond.
Right now, state law requires any increase in the amount of money the City of Philadelphia gives the school district in any one year to remain permanent in future years -- effectively prohibiting the city from giving the school district a one-time infusion of cash.
The next two days promise to be pretty brutal so school districts in Philadelphia and South Jersey are trying to stay ahead of the curve.
On the day after the Philadelphia School District handed out thousands of layoff notices, Mayor Michael Nutter spent Tuesday pounding the pavement in Harrisburg, trying in part to drum up more money for the financially strapped school district.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
School District of Philadelphia officials are urging families to register their children for kindergarten and pre-K soon.
Enhanced security measures are being taken at Mount Moriah Cemetery after an alleged grave robber stole more than 100 sets of human remains.
The Eagles are looking for a new offensive coordinator to replace Kevin Patullo. Here's what to know about their search so far.
An ambitious $150 million plan is underway to revitalize Broad Street in Center City.
Enhanced security measures are being taken at Mount Moriah Cemetery after an alleged grave robber stole more than 100 sets of human remains.
The Eagles are looking for a new offensive coordinator to replace Kevin Patullo. Here's what to know about their search so far.
Philadelphia's iconic Rocky statue is returning to its original home after the city's Art Commission voted to approve relocation.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
School District of Philadelphia officials are urging families to register their children for kindergarten and pre-K soon.
School District of Philadelphia officials are urging families to register their children for kindergarten and pre-K soon.
Enhanced security measures are being taken at Mount Moriah Cemetery after an alleged grave robber stole more than 100 sets of human remains.
An ambitious $150 million plan is underway to revitalize Broad Street in Center City.
Philadelphia's iconic Rocky statue is returning to its original home after the city's Art Commission voted to approve relocation.
Police said Sister Paul Mercedes Perreca was killed in a hit-and-run on Jan. 9, 2006, at Cottman Avenue and Hawthorne Street.
A four-alarm fire broke out at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
The Paterson School District says the teacher accused of giving special needs students hot sauce as a form of discipline has been relieved of her duties.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook will be laid to rest on Monday, nearly two weeks after he was shot and killed inside the Wilmington DMV.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
The Eagles are looking for a new offensive coordinator to replace Kevin Patullo. Here's what to know about their search so far.
According to multiple reports, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Ranger Suárez has signed a $130 million deal with the Red Sox.
Brian Daboll and Todd Monken are some of the candidates who could become the next offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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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.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region, as storms will bring rain and a brief mix to the Delaware Valley.
Peeps' latest creations are now available nationwide for the 2026 season.
Chatbots, computer programs that utilize artificial intelligence, are designed to engage in conversations that sound human-like.
School District of Philadelphia leaders are encouraging families to sign children up for pre-K and kindergarten when the registration window opens next week.
Girl Scout cookie season is here. The long-standing tradition is almost a century old and has its origins in Philadelphia. CBS News Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentri reports.