SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Mar 11 2026WEATHER

Sunny Day in Philly: Great Weather for Outdoor Fun

Philadelphia is enjoying a mild morning, with temperatures around 55°F and no harmful UV rays. The sky stays clear and breezes are light, so you can go outside without the usual summer worries. You can skip sunscreen and walk along the Schuylkill River or sit in Rittenhouse Square. UV levels stay

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Mar 07 2026POLITICS

Philly’s Buzz: Politics, Sports, and Everyday Surprises

Philadelphia keeps pitching itself as the best spot for big events, reminding national planners of its hotels, arenas, and ready transport system. The city’s marketing usually ends with a tasty cheesesteak and the promise of a lively atmosphere, echoing its 2016 success. The Phillies face a probl

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Mar 06 2026HEALTH

Children at Risk After Measles Exposure in Sacramento

Officials in Sacramento County are working hard to find everyone who might have caught measles at a recent school‑style event. A child who fell ill with the virus could have passed it to about 130 kids, according to the state health department. The gathering was described as an enrichment program, b

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Feb 10 2026EDUCATION

Teachers Strike in San Francisco: Schools Shut, Families Struggle

Schools in San Francisco were closed on Monday when teachers walked off the job for the first time since 1979. The strike was sparked by demands for better health care and higher pay. About 50, 000 students were affected because parents had to find new child‑care and meals. Union leaders an

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Feb 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Joe Frazier Statue Eyes a New Home at the Art Museum

Philadelphia’s skyline is about to gain a new icon. The city is considering moving the statue of former heavyweight champion “Smokin’” Joe Frazier from its current spot near the sports arena to the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, a location that once hosted the famous Rocky statue. The pro

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Jan 29 2026EDUCATION

How Movement Can Make Learning Better

Schools are always looking for ways to make learning more effective. One idea that has been gaining traction is physically active learning. This means getting students to move around while they learn. But there are some problems with this approach. For one, it's often seen as just a way to keep kids

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Jan 26 2026EDUCATION

Schools, Tech, and Kids: Who's Watching the Data?

Schools are quickly adopting AI-powered tools to help teach students. These tools can gather personal info like voices, images, and handwriting. In early 2025, Worcester Public Schools tested a literacy app that recorded student voices to improve its AI model. Parents were not told about this test o

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Jan 21 2026WEATHER

Weekend Weather Watch: Philadelphia Braces for Possible Snowstorm

Philadelphia might see a snowstorm this weekend, but it's not set in stone yet. As of now, it's a waiting game. A weather system is heading towards the East Coast from the southwest. Snow could start falling late Saturday night. Sunday might see heavy snowfall that could last until Monday morning.

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Jan 20 2026WEATHER

Philadelphia Braces for Weekend Snowstorm

Philadelphia and the surrounding Midatlantic area are in for a potentially significant snowstorm this weekend, according to computer models. This is not a drill, folks. By Tuesday morning, the National Weather Service had put the odds of at least 5 inches of snow in Philly at 55%, with the possibili

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Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Mapping the Seafloor for a Greener Future

Offshore wind farms are a big deal in the fight against climate change. They offer a clean way to generate electricity, reducing the need for fossil fuels. Brazil, with its vast coastline, has a lot of potential in this area. But setting up these wind farms isn't easy. The seafloor is a complex plac

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