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Back to School Jumpstart Camp is a summer learning program for children entering first through third grade. They attend a three-week camp-style academic enrichment program designed to… continue reading Back to School Jumpstart Campers Practice with the Experts
By written by Joel N. August 25, 2015 1
Sometimes you've got to take a test. It's a fact of life. Some of us struggle with tests while others breeze by, but we could all benefit from a little preparation. So before you… continue reading Featured Resource: Learning Express Library
By written by Jamie W. August 6, 2015 1
On Monday, June 1, the School Discipline Advocacy Service will give a free presentation at the Parkway Central Library for any students (and parents of students) facing formal disciplinary… continue reading Facing Suspension or Expulsion from School?
By written by Timothy F. May 28, 2015
The School District of Philadelphia is excited to announce that for the first time the School Selection Process has moved entirely online. In order to apply to schools, students and families… continue reading School District of Philadelphia School Selection Application Now Online
By written by Samantha M. November 25, 2014 11
There is a more recent post on this topic: Stay Connected with the School District of Philadelphia Parent and Family Portal - February 2021 The School District of Philadelphia is proud to present… continue reading School District of Philadelphia Parent & Family Portal
By written by Administrator October 15, 2014 1
Another school year is upon us, and like students everywhere, we too are wearing brand new outfits we'll likely regret by New Years, sharpening our #2 pencils, and cursing the ungodly… continue reading The Back to School Special!
By written by Jamie W. September 2, 2014 1
Do you know a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2014? If you do, it is time to enroll for Kindergarten! The School District of Philadelphia is currently enrolling children… continue reading Kindergarten, Here I Come!
By written by Jennifer W. February 6, 2014
With the fall season upon us, students, their teachers, and their principals have recently returned to school. In the School District of Philadelphia, each of those groups face immense… continue reading What students (and often their teachers and their principals) don’t know about research and an enriching liberal education
By written by Adam F. September 18, 2013 1
It’s back-to-school month! Your young child may be starting preschool for the first time this September. Help your preschooler get excited, or calm his or her worries, with these books… continue reading It's Time for Preschool
By written by Ruth G. September 4, 2013 2
Another school year is on the horizon for thousands of Philadelphia’s school students, and the Free Library has the resources they need to achieve great things in and out of the classroom.… continue reading Succeed in School with the Free Library's Back-to-School Resources
By written by Michelle S. August 26, 2013