Philadelphia leaders secure funding to prevent 340 school job cuts
In a press conference Wednesday, Mayor Cherelle Parker said that Philadelphia has secured a five-year plan to prevent 340 critical school-based job cuts, closing a $300 million deficit for the School District of Philadelphia caused by the expiration of federal Covid relief funds.
In a press conference Wednesday, Mayor Cherelle Parker said that Philadelphia has secured a five-year plan to prevent 340 critical school-based job cuts, closing a $300 million deficit for the School District of Philadelphia caused by the expiration of federal Covid relief funds.
52 Philadelphia schools to close early Thursday, June 11 as heat strains cooling systems
The School District of Philadelphia announced early dismissal for 52 schools on Thursday, June 11, 2026, due to ongoing high temperatures and inadequate cooling systems.
The School District of Philadelphia announced early dismissal for 52 schools on Thursday, June 11, 2026, due to ongoing high temperatures and inadequate cooling systems.
Kelly's Classroom: Haddon Heights Jr/Sr High School
Fox 29's Bob Kelly visits Haddon Heights Jr/Sr High School in Camden County, NJ, ahead of their episode of "The ClassH-Room.
Fox 29's Bob Kelly visits Haddon Heights Jr/Sr High School in Camden County, NJ, ahead of their episode of "The ClassH-Room.
American Revolution historian Gordon S. Wood dies at 92 after being struck by car
Gordon Wood, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, authored dozens of books and was a longtime professor at Brown University.
Gordon Wood, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, authored dozens of books and was a longtime professor at Brown University.
Dozens of Philadelphia schools going virtual on Friday due to extreme heat
More than 50 Philadelphia schools are being forced to hold virtual classes on Friday, June 5, because of forecasted heat in the city.
More than 50 Philadelphia schools are being forced to hold virtual classes on Friday, June 5, because of forecasted heat in the city.
Tampa school zone catches 6,000 speeders in 2 days as city weighs $100 camera fines
Tampa City Council members voted Thursday to approve an ordinance updating the city code to operate automated speed detection systems in 18 school zones.
Tampa City Council members voted Thursday to approve an ordinance updating the city code to operate automated speed detection systems in 18 school zones.
Upper Dublin Girls Basketball and Swim Teams Are State Champions
The Upper Dublin girls swimming and basketball teams win PIAA State Championships!
The Upper Dublin girls swimming and basketball teams win PIAA State Championships!
FCC launches review of $3B school internet program over screen time concerns
The Federal Communications Commission announced Wednesday that it is launching a comprehensive review of the E-Rate program.
The Federal Communications Commission announced Wednesday that it is launching a comprehensive review of the E-Rate program.
Trump administration seeks federal grant oversight
The Trump administration is looking to give political appointees more power over federal grants, to ensure they “demonstrably advance” the president's policy priorities.
The Trump administration is looking to give political appointees more power over federal grants, to ensure they “demonstrably advance” the president's policy priorities.
These states lead the nation in racial equality in education, study finds
A recent WalletHub study found that districts serving fewer Black and Hispanic students receive about $900 to $1,000 more per student on average, highlighting persistent racial disparities in education.
A recent WalletHub study found that districts serving fewer Black and Hispanic students receive about $900 to $1,000 more per student on average, highlighting persistent racial disparities in education.
Education Department abandons civil rights focus on Black students
The Department of Education under President Trump is ending generations of addressing inequities for Black students, in some cases withholding federal funds for programs that aim to help them.
The Department of Education under President Trump is ending generations of addressing inequities for Black students, in some cases withholding federal funds for programs that aim to help them.
PA House and Senate approve bell-to-bell cell phone ban for schools
Pennsylvania House and Senate have both passed legislation requiring a bell-to-bell cell phone ban in schools, with bipartisan support.
Pennsylvania House and Senate have both passed legislation requiring a bell-to-bell cell phone ban in schools, with bipartisan support.
Kentucky social media settlement: Meta reportedly paying $27M to settle addiction case
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
Kelly's Classroom: St. Jude School
Fox 29's Bob Kelly Fox 29's visits St. Jude School in Chalfont, PA, ahead of their episode of "The ClassH-Room.
Fox 29's Bob Kelly Fox 29's visits St. Jude School in Chalfont, PA, ahead of their episode of "The ClassH-Room.
Teacher of the Month Surprise: George Washington Carver H.S. of Engineering & Science
Fox 29's Bob Kelly visits George Washington Carver H.S. of Engineering & Science in North Philadelphia to highlight a special teacher.
Fox 29's Bob Kelly visits George Washington Carver H.S. of Engineering & Science in North Philadelphia to highlight a special teacher.
Georgia bus driver: 82-year-old retires after 50 years on the road
A Fayette County school bus driver is retiring this week after 50 years of safely transporting students.
A Fayette County school bus driver is retiring this week after 50 years of safely transporting students.
25 states file lawsuit over student loan caps for nursing and healthcare degrees
A group of 25 states and Washington, D.C. filed a lawsuit against the Department of Education over new graduate student loan limits.
A group of 25 states and Washington, D.C. filed a lawsuit against the Department of Education over new graduate student loan limits.
57 Philadelphia schools move to virtual learning Wed. May 20 due to heat
The School District of Philadelphia is shifting 57 schools and associated early childhood centers to virtual learning on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, due to ongoing high temperatures and inadequate cooling systems in some buildings.
The School District of Philadelphia is shifting 57 schools and associated early childhood centers to virtual learning on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, due to ongoing high temperatures and inadequate cooling systems in some buildings.
Sky-high diesel costs have school districts scrambling to keep buses running
Diesel prices in the U.S. have soared 67% since December and that is putting a strain on many school districts’ budgets.
Diesel prices in the U.S. have soared 67% since December and that is putting a strain on many school districts’ budgets.
Hacky Sack Tournament At Villa Maria Academy
Fox 29's Bob Kelly heads to Villa Maria Academy in Malvern, PA, ahead of their appearance on "The ClassH-Room."
Fox 29's Bob Kelly heads to Villa Maria Academy in Malvern, PA, ahead of their appearance on "The ClassH-Room."