The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers’ plan to suspend in-person schooling disproportionately harms the students who depend on it the most. We must set aside self-interest and tackle fear head-on for the sake of our kids.
By Priscilla Lo
Guy Ciarrocchi: Parents must be in charge of their children’s education — school choice would guarantee it
It is time for Pennsylvania to protect the obvious truth that parents know what is best for their children, and should have a say in their education.
By Guy Ciarrocchi
Michael Torres: Student-enforced censorship at Pennsylvania’s private colleges
Data and reports reveal a disturbing trend in America’s university campuses – student-led hostility to free speech is increasing in magnitude and scope.
By Michael Torres
Christian Barnard: “Nice White Parents” podcast series highlights real public K-12 failures—but lets government off the hook
While the podcast exposes concerning racial inequalities it fails to hold accountable the major culprits behind the unfair education system.
By Christian Barnard
Pa. teachers’ union to provide “Nice White Parents” training to teachers
The 10-hour workshop will explore “a key driver in what is blocking educational integration and equity: the actions of White families.” Critics call the training, “worse than a bad joke.”
By Todd Shepherd
Larry Platt: Will the school district squander its $1.1 billion stimulus windfall?
A history of management snafus under Superintendent Bill Hite can only make you wonder if we’re able to seize this potentially transformative moment.
By Larry Platt
Pennsylvania Senate cautions smart use of federal education dollars
The American Rescue Plan delivered more than $5 billion in stimulus to Pennsylvania’s 501 school districts, but senators last week urged caution when spending the “windfall.”
By Christen Smith