Philadelphia has a long-standing history as a juggernaut of arts and entertainment. Its neighboring status to the national epicenter of the arts, New York City, has always attracted talents of all trades to the city. [continue reading…]
By Hannah Devanny & Zachary Silverstein Oleksii Pasichniak is one of 85 Ukrainian students at Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School. The high school sophomore came to the United States three years ago because of the [continue reading…]
In the heart of one of Philadelphia’s most violent neighborhoods, YouthBuild Philly Charter School provides at-risk young adults with essential education and job skills, empowering them to break the cycle of violence and build a brighter future. [continue reading…]
Philadelphia’s youth advocates have been pushing for a change in the foster care system. Each year, nearly one thousand youth age out of the system. What happens after that? [continue reading…]
Freedom Thinkers Academy Story [continue reading…]
Financial Pressures Pushed the District to Close Schools but Resale Efforts Fall Short [continue reading…]
Did the 2013 School Closures Lead to Increased Youth Violence? [continue reading…]
Germantown Pride Persists a Decade After School Closures Wounded the Community [continue reading…]
Nonprofits Provide Opportunities for Philadelphia Youths [continue reading…]
Kristen Clark said that the school closures of 2012 and 2013 were traumatic. [continue reading…]
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