Schools and kids
Learning Curves at PC’s Winter Baseball Clinic
Penn Charter’s Winter Baseball Clinic keeps the game simple. [more…]
Schools and kids
Schools and kids
Charters Say They’re Public Schools. Are They?
If there’s no difference between charter schools and public schools — why do we make a distinction in name? Charters love to say they’re public, but should we believe them? The answer is an artful [more…]
Schools and kids
SEEING RED: Local Optician Takes School District to Task in Philly News, Fox 29
As Monica Klimas advocates for reliable school transportation, we brainstorm ways to help a busload of motivated, special-needs kids endure their frustrating weekday commute. [more…]
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New Historical Marker for Penn Charter
The Penn Charter community celebrates its new marker with the dedicated teacher who made it possible. [more…]
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East Falls Dodges Bullet (Taxpayers Not So Much)
Local break-down of Philly.com’s 3-part report on our city’s corrupt & unsustainable charter school system. [more…]
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Guest Blogger: Pre-K Cachet?
Yes, finding the right pre-kindergarten is a thing these days. East Falls local Melissa Calder reviews schools in an around our neighborhood. [more…]
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A New Hive at St. James School
Making a new home for 12,000 bees at the St. James School in Allegheny West. [more…]
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Scouting for Everyone in East Falls
The 42nd Philly Makers welcome all for outdoorsy adventures in East Falls and beyond. [more…]
Schools and kids
A Neighborhood Mission at St. James School
Through faith, innovation, and community support, St. James provides a world of opportunities for neighborhood kids. [more…]
Schools and kids
EFCC Meeting 3/9: Schoolhouse Talk!
Public? Charter? Lots of questions about Monday’s “school choice” meeting. And what beer goes best with a meeting recap? [more…]