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WHYY

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Students push back against ‘pause’ of Drexel University’s elementary education major

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Students and alumni are pushing back against Drexel University’s decision to pause its in-person elementary education major, saying the decision will worsen teacher shortages and undermine community partnerships.

Philadelphia, PA · 8d

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Community News

Lawrence Football Falls to Woodbury, Drops to 1-9 on the Season

The Lawrence High School football team fell 33-7 to Woodbury on Oct. 28, dropping the Cardinals to 1-9 overall for the season, MaxPreps reported. The loss extended Lawrence’s losing streak to five games, according to MaxPreps data. The Cardinals have been outscored 363-111 through 10 games this season. A...

Lawrence Township, NJ · 8d

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fox29.com

2 Drexel frats suspended over misconduct, hazing claims

Drexel University has placed two historic fraternities, Lambda Chi Alpha and Pi Kappa Phi, under immediate interim suspension after allegations of potential sexual misconduct and hazing, according to university officials. News of the investigation surfaced earlier Tuesday and has sparked widespread discussion on campus.

Philadelphia, PA · 6d

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eastside-online.org

Cougars’ boys soccer suffers 2-1 lost to West

On Wednesday, Oct. 28, the Cherry Hill East boys varsity soccer team (10-7-1) fell 2-1 to crosstown rival Cherry Hill West (6-9-1) in its final game of the regular season. The Cougars will now shift their focus to preparing for the playoffs. Cherry Hill West was led by Tate Westervelt...

Cherry Hill, NJ · 8d

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MONTCO.Today

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Montco Careers Montgomery County Community College

Montgomery County Community College is accepting applications for two positions at its Blue Bell Campus: Assistant Director of Nursing and Part-Time Campus Safety Clerk. The opportunities offer candidates with different professional backgrounds the chance to support the College’s academic programs and campus operations. MCCC is seeking an experienced Nursing...

Blue Bell, PA · 8d

cityofbasketballlove.com

Prepping for Preps ’26-27: Archbishop Wood (Boys)

–– — (Ed. Note: This story is part of CoBL’s “Prepping for Preps” series, which will take a look at many of the top high school programs in the region as part of our 2026-27 season preview coverage. The complete list of schools previewed thus far can be found here.)

Philadelphia, PA · 9d

PennLive.com

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School safety means protecting kids from illegal vapes, too | Opinion

When we talk about school safety, we often think about locked doors, emergency plans and practice drills. Those things matter. But protecting students also means paying attention to the everyday concerns that can affect their health, their learning and their ability to feel safe and supported. Protecting kids from illicit vapes belongs in that conversation.

Montgomery County, PA · 9d

philasd.org

Maryann Milewski – Teacher of the Month October 2026

Celebrating Our October Teacher of the Month: Maryann Milewski of William Loesche Elementary School. The School District of Philadelphia is proud to recognize Maryann Milewski, a second-grade teacher at William Loesche Elementary School, as our October 2026 Teacher of the Month!. Last week, Mrs. Milewski was honored with a special...

Philadelphia, PA · 7d

WHYY

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‘A lot of uncertainty in the air’: In Philly, questions linger as Saul High School prepares for merger

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. B. Saul High School in Upper Roxborough has a campus like no other, with not only classrooms but more than 100 acres for horse, sheep and cow barns, greenhouses, an industrial kitchen, aquaponic labs, an orchard and more, all overlooking the Wissahickon Valley.

Philadelphia, PA · 11d

Triangle

PIKE returns to Drexel's campus

Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity, better known as PIKE, is organizing a return to campus following their removal in September 2023. In an email to Phi Delta Epsilon Medical Fraternity, Jason Schutz, an expansion consultant to PIKE, shared that “PIKE is expanding to Drexel University this semester . . . Pi Kappa Alpha recruits top caliber men that are committed to academic achievement, campus leadership, competitiveness, and above all, a desire to treat others with integrity and respect.”

Philadelphia, PA · 10d

fox29.com

17 Philadelphia schools expected to close in June under district modernization plan

The Board of Education previously approved a $3 billion plan to modernize nearly 170 schools in Philadelphia, including closing 17 schools in June. Students, teachers and principals are rallying to keep schools open while City Council members call on the mayor to intervene. Many affected students say they still do...

Philadelphia, PA · 11d

wissnow.com

Upper Dublin School District announces selection of new director of safety

The Upper Dublin school board Monday appointed Leo Thomas as the district’s new director of safety. Before taking the role, Thomas worked in the Norristown Area School District, where he served as the safety and security coordinator and led districtwide safety operations, emergency preparedness, officer training, and security initiatives, according to the district.

Norristown, PA · 11d

Main Line Media News

New NASD superintendent fields Norristown Academy Charter School questions

NORRISTOWN – Concerns over the anticipated opening of a charter school were addressed last week by new Norristown Area School District superintendent Dorrell Green. Apprehensions related to the Norristown Academy Charter School, managed by CSMI Consulting Group of Chester, made their way to a public forum on Oct. 22 at Power in the Cross Church on Haws Avenue. Representatives from POWER Interfaith’s Norristown chapter addressed a myriad of resident concerns ranging from crime to education.

Norristown, PA · 11d

Triangle

School of Education's future left uncertain

Students of Drexel University’s School of Education are raising concerns over reported plans to stop admitting incoming first-year students directly into its in-person programs. Students say that they learned about the proposed changes through conversations with faculty members in the department. In response, students and community members are organizing...

Philadelphia, PA · 10d

KYW News Radio

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Protestors rally against school closings, but board presses on

The Philadelphia school board approved $200 million to begin renovations at four "priority" schools in the plan that will close 17 others.

Philadelphia, PA · 10d

Triangle

The academic transformation shortchanges students

When I applied to Drexel University, I was over the moon for an experience that would let me graduate with 18 months of work experience. Having seen people I know struggle with “not having enough experience” when applying to jobs, the co-op system seemed like a perfect fit. However, with the new changes soon to be implemented, my final co-op will be almost 50 days shorter than my first one. This is not what I signed up for when I chose to attend this university.

Philadelphia, PA · 10d

Main Line Media News

Norristown Area High School student weighs in on metal detectors

WEST NORRITON — A Norristown Area High School student offered a perspective to the ongoing metal detector conversation earlier this week during a school board meeting. Brianna Arroyo, a senior and student representative to the school board, acknowledged long lines students face each morning to enter school. Metal detectors...

Norristown, PA · 12d

njurbannews.com

A Mother Of The Movement

The Camden City School District (CCSD) is currently under state control. Under then-Governor Chris Christie, New Jersey took over CCSD in 2013. In the 13 years since, CCSD has closed, or transfered ownership of to charter schools, 12 of its schools and lost over half its students (from 12,608 students during the 2012-2013 school year (SY) to 6,596 in SY25-26), both exacerbated by the Urban Hope Act.

Camden, NJ · 12d

thefordian.com

Horan’s New Home: Say “Hello” to Haverford High School’s Head Principal (Continued)

The Fordian: Good afternoon, Dr. Horan! Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with The Fordian. To begin, the 26-27 school year marks your first year as Haverford High School’s new principal. What has been the biggest adjustment in moving from middle school to high school?

Haverford, PA · 12d

cityofbasketballlove.com

Prepping for Preps ’26-27: Plymouth Whitemarsh (Boys)

–– — (Ed. Note: This story is part of CoBL’s “Prepping for Preps” series, which will take a look at many of the top high school programs in the region as part of our 2025-26 season preview coverage. The complete list of schools previewed thus farcan be found here.)

Plymouth Meeting, PA · 12d