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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
The excitement of the Eagles first Super Bowl victory is a once in a lifetime event. For this reason, we have decided to give our students, teachers & their families the chance to witness history. All @PHLschools schools & administrative offices will be closed this Thurs. Feb. 8
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Our Philadelphia Military Academy stood in the EAGLES formation this morning and sang the @Eagles fight song! #FlyEaglesFly #EaglesGreenSDP #SBLII #Philly
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
THEY WON!!!! CONGRATULATIONS to Strawberry Mansion High School who was selected as the Grand Prize Winner by Vans for their physical shoe design! The schools art program will receive $50,000!!! GO KNIGHTS! Learn More:
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
7 months
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Constance E. Clayton, Ed.D. former School District of Philadelphia’s first African American and female superintendent. Her work impacted the lives of countless children and her legacy will be memorialized.
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
5 months
Our very own @kooth_us Ambassador and Philadelphia Eagle @LaneJohnson65 is up for @NFL Man of the Year. Cast your vote!
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
We’re pleased to announce that 2x Super Bowl champ @malcolmjenkins will be our Virtual Graduation Ceremony keynote speaker on June 9! A leader on & off the field, he is the perfect person to celebrate the resiliency and promise of our Class of 2020 grads!
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Philadelphia Schools
1 year
Thank you @JalenHurts and @FoodchasersK for spending time with the Roxborough/Saul High School Football team! #truist #BeyondTheField
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Philadelphia Schools
1 year
All District schools and offices will be open with a two-hour delay on Monday, February 13, 2023 – the day after the Super Bowl. Go Birds!
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
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Thank you, @VP @KamalaHarris , for taking the time to meet with and watch the solar eclipse alongside students from George W. Nebinger School and William Cramp School. Your presence made the experience truly special for them, and they thoroughly enjoyed sharing it with you! #PHLED
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Philadelphia Schools
5 years
Due to the forecasted inclement weather, all School District of Philadelphia schools will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019. The District will announce the decision regarding the status of administrative offices by 5 a.m. on Wednesday.
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Due to the forecasted inclement weather, all School District of Philadelphia schools and administrative offices will be closed Wed., March 7, 2018. Updated information will also be posted on the District's Information Hotline at 215-400-INFO (4636). #PHLed
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Philadelphia Schools
5 years
#PHLHerstory | @dawnstaley is a Dobbins HS grad. We are highlighting her today for #WomensHistoryMonth #PHLed
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
District schools will be CLOSED tomorrow Thurs., Jan. 4, 2018. All after-school activities including all athletic programs and professional development sessions scheduled for Thursday are canceled as well. All District early childhood centers will also be closed. #phled #phlsnow
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
The District is proposing changes to its 2020-2021 reopening plan. The new plan proposes to start the school year with all students learning remotely for the first marking period. For more info, visit
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Philadelphia Schools
4 years
Given recent events, the School District of Philadelphia is granting a district-wide day off to staff on Tuesday, June 2 to promote self care & healing.
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Philadelphia Schools
5 years
The cast of @HamiltonMusical would like to wish all @PHLschools students and teachers a happy first day of school! And remember to grab a bell to #RingTheBellPHL at 8 am πŸ””
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Philadelphia Schools
3 years
Thank you @Comcast for your investment in Internet Essentials and #PHLConnectED to help our District families get connected.
@comcast
Comcast
3 years
We’re celebrating 10 years of #InternetEssentials and 10M people connected to low-cost, high-speed Internet at home. What's next? Committing $1B over the next 10 years to reach 50M people with tools & resources to succeed in a digital world. Learn more:
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
School District of Philadelphia schools are open on Monday as regularly scheduled. We will make any potential announcements, on Monday, regarding a parade should the Eagles win the Super Bowl but until then E A G L E S - EAGLES!! #FlyEaglesFly #PHLed
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
We are live at many our schools today as students and staff will walk out of school for #17minutes in solidarity with the Florida students involved in the horrific shooting #phled
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Thank you @MeekMill for giving back! The students will enjoy their new backpacks and school supplies πŸ–πŸ“’βœοΈ What a great way to kick off the school year! πŸŽ’ #PHLed
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Philadelphia Schools
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Think we can get @michaelb4jordan and @TheSlyStallone to do a #RingTheBellPHL selfie video for #Philly students to get excited about the first day of school? LIKE and RETWEET. #PHLed #Creed @creedmovie #Philadelphia
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
3 years
All School District of Philadelphia schools will remain fully virtual until further notice. See Superintendent Hite’s letter here:
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Due to the forecasted inclement weather, all @PHLschools , administrative offices & early childhood centers will be closed Wednesday, March 21, 2018. All after-school activities (including athletics & and professional development sessions) set for Wednesday are canceled. #PHLed
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Philadelphia Schools
5 years
Due to expected inclement weather throughout Monday night and early Tuesday morning, all School District of Philadelphia schools will open tomorrow, Tuesday, February 12, 2019 on a two-hour delay.
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Due to the high temperatures forecasted, all School District of Philadelphia schools will dismiss students on Tuesday, August 28 and Wednesday, August 29 at 1 p.m. School-based employees are expected to work their normal work day. Read More:
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Gooooo E A G L E S!!! We are so excited for our city!
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Yay!!! Let’s go @Eagles We won the #SuperBowl #FlyEaglesFly
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Philadelphia Schools
8 years
Due to inclement weather, all @PhillyEducation schools and admin offices are closed on Mon., Jan. 25 ❄️ #SnowDay
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
All School District of Philadelphia schools will dismiss students at noon on Wed., Sept. 5 due to continued high temperatures. All after-school activities including all athletic programs & professional development sessions scheduled for Wed. are canceled
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Philadelphia Schools
8 years
Due to inclement weather, all @PhillyEducation schools are closed on Tue., Jan. 26 ❄️ #SnowDay
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
The @Phillies Phanatic is ready to #RingTheBellPHL on August 27 and the Phanatic has a special message for you! Go #Phillies !!!!
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
5 years
. @CReyes_PHLMOE earned this honor from @GMA for his unwavering commitment to Dobbins students, families & community. #CommunitySchoolsPHL
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
ALL School District of Philadelphia schools and District early childhood centers will dismiss early at 1 p.m. TODAY, January 8. All after-school activities including all athletic programs and professional development sessions scheduled for today are canceled as well. #PHLed
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Who has school tomorrow? #RingTheBellPHL
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
10 months
We're pleased to announce the appointment of the District’s new Deputy Superintendent of Academic Services, Jermaine Dawson, Ed.D. He will support in the implementation of the five-year strategic plan, Accelerate Philly. Learn more about Dr. Dawson . #PHLED
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Super Bowl champion🏈 & @Eagles center #JasonKelce visited Central HS & played the saxophone 🎷 today, as part of an exciting exchange program event involving the music departments at Central & Cleveland Heights HS(CHHS), Kelce’s alma mater. Kelce played in the band back in HS
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Philadelphia Schools
7 years
SCHOOLS CLOSED: All School District of Philadelphia schools & administrative offices will be closed Tuesday, March 14 #philly #snowday
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
@PHLschools : β€œHey students! Today is the last day of school!” Students:
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
AGAIN she’s ready to #RingTheBellPHL on August 27! Go @Phillies !!!!
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Due to the inclement weather all School District of Philadelphia schools will open tomorrow, Thursday, March 8 on a 2hr delay. Admin offices will be open on-time as regularly scheduled. #phled
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Philadelphia Schools
3 months
All District schools and Central Offices will be closed tomorrow, January 19. Visit for more information.
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
We are excited and can't wait to have @MichelleObama with us on May 2 for College Signing Day in #Philly #PHLed
@BetterMakeRoom
Better Make Room πŸŽ“
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Mark your calendars! Get ready to celebrate our 5th College Signing Day with @MichelleObama on May 2 in Philadelphia! πŸŽ‰ Register your own event today and post a selfie in your college gear on May 2 using #CollegeSigningDay + #BetterMakeRoom . Join us:
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Philadelphia Schools
7 years
Due to forecasted inclement weather, all District schools & administrative offices will be closed Thursday, Feb. 9. #PHLed
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
An official list of meal distribution sites for students has NOT YET been released by the city. It will be released at 1 p.m. today. Lists currently being shared are not accurate. Please only share updates from trusted resources such as the District @PHLschools & @PHLPublicHealth
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
5 years
Today, @PhillyMayor announced his plans to invest $1.2 billion for our schools over the next five years. These critical investments will continue to give our students the support they need to complete their education and begin successful careers. #PHLbudget #PHLed
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
5 years
Graduations start today and @nelsonagholor would like to congratulate our graduatesπŸŽ“πŸŽŠπŸŽ‰ #SDPproud #OurClassOurFuture #PHLed #Classof2019
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
We are at the most iconic bell in #Philadelphia with @PhillyMayor and @SDPHite to remind you to #RingTheBellPHL on Monday, August 27 at 8am.Β  @INDEPENDENCENHP #LibertyBell
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
All Pennsylvania schools will remain closed for the rest of the school year. Visit for details about the District’s K-12 Chromebook Loaner Program and resources for free and low-cost internet and wifi access.
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
7 years
Get excited: @GamecockWBB coach & @NCAA champion @dawnstaley returns to her alma mater, Dobbins, today! β­οΈπŸ€πŸ† #PHLed
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Philadelphia Schools
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Philadelphia Schools
4 years
Due to @GovernorTomWolf 's directive for #MontcoPA residents to avoid non-essential travel in response to #COVID -19, we are closing 63 schools that could have significant staffing shortages. Additional information can be found at .
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
7 months
Congratulations to Northeast High School for winning the SDP X Kooth Summer Wellness Contest! It's an impressive achievement, and the special visit from Philadelphia Eagle and Kooth ambassador, Lane Johnson, will be an exciting and memorable event for the school. #PHLED
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Philadelphia Schools
4 years
Thank you to our SDP staff & volunteers who are working hard to organize & distribute Chromebooks to all students! Supplies (gloves, masks etc.) are also going out to schools to support safe distribution of Chromebooks to families. Learn more: #PHLed
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Philadelphia Schools
4 years
The School District of Philadelphia -- including all offices & summer school programs -- will be closed on Friday, June 19 in honor of Juneteenth and Friday, July 3 for the Independence Day holiday.
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
5 years
Current mood for teachers and students! SUMMER BREAK IS HERE! See you in the Fall! #PHLed
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Philadelphia Schools
8 years
This is what it looks like when the @Eagles do a playground build! #EaglesBuild @muralarts
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Philadelphia Schools
5 years
Due to inclement weather, all School District of Philadelphia schools, including District-operated early childhood programs, will open Monday, March 4 on a 2-hour delay. District admin offices will open one hour later than their usual time. #PHLed
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
We are experiencing technical difficulties with our website. Please see our press release and complete list of impacted schools.
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
. @SDPHite with our #AttendanceHero at Richard Wright School - 3rd grader Teyla Jones! She hasn’t missed a day of school in 3 years! #PHLed
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
5 years
Meet @hazimhardeman , #RhodesScholar at @UniofOxford in Oxford, UK & a @PHLschools alumnus. Hardeman is one of four Rhodes Scholars to come out of #Philly public schools. The first was Alain Locke, who was also the first African-American Rhodes Scholar. #PHLRoadstoRhodes #PHLed
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
How cool is this dress designed and made by Dobbins HS students in their CTE fashion program?! The fashion show was during the Annual CTE Holiday Fair. #PHLed
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
CHROMEBOOK ANNOUNCEMENT: Starting Monday, April 20, K-12 families that still need a Chromebook can pick one up at one of two Parent & Family Technology Support Centers. For times and locations please visit
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
5 years
We are pleased to share that our superintendent, @SDPHite , was honored with the prestigious Lifelong Learning Award by @whyy at its 18th annual President’s Dinner last evening. Congratulations Dr. Hite and thank you for your dedication!
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Jackson School received a special surprise delivery from @amazon this morning πŸ“¦...$25,000 worth of school supplies and classroom essentials
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
All schools within the School District of Philadelphia will be closed beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, through Friday, March 27, 2020.
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
. @BostonSchools @SuptChang please send the lobster roll to 440 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, Pa 19130 @SDPHite #SuperBowlLll #FlyEaglesFly @Eagles
@drtommychang
Tommy Chang
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@SDPHite Straight up... @Patriots vs. @Eagles in #SuperBowl52 . Loser sends the winner a sandwich from winning city. @NFL @SuptGraff will referee and make sure the loser pays up.
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Shania Bennett, senior @GAMPSchool & elected 48th Ward Committeeperson will attend @penn_state to study Criminology AND will graduate in 2020. How? "I did dual enrollment since I was 15. I’ll be a 2nd semester sophomore/1st year junior at @penn_state ”- @shaniasbennett #PHLed
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Today @Lanejohnson65 announced that he will donate 100% of the sales from his clothing line to @fundPHLschools for #GivingTuesday and Giving Week. The first check will go to @bregyschool where the announcement was made! #PHLed Go to to help our students
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
A Philly First! The Masterman School Boy's Varsity Soccer team made history as the 1st Philadelphia Public League team to reach the Final Four by advancing to the Pennsylvania State Championship Tournament Semi-final in November. Congratulations to the Blue Dragons, Coach Curran!
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
We have a special message from @SDPHite about the first day of school and how you can join in on the excitement. Post your own video selfie 🀳 using the hashtag #RingTheBellPHL and we will retweet. #RingTheBellPHL #PHLed #Philly @PHL_MOE @PHLschoolboard @fundPHLschools
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
All School District of Philadelphia schools will be closed Fri., Jan. 5. All after-school activities including all athletic programs and professional development sessions are canceled All District early childhood centers: closed School District headquarters: open with/2hr delay
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
All @PHLschools & District operated early childhood programs will open tomorrow, Thurs. March 22 on a two-hour delay. All buses will operate on a delayed schedule pushing morning pick up times back by two hours. District administrative offices will be open on-time.
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
5 years
Congratulations to @CarverHSES for being one of our 2️⃣ @NatlBlueRibbon schools πŸŽ‰πŸŽŠπŸ’™ #TwoBlue #NBRS2019 @usedgov @PADeptofEd
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Philadelphia Schools
7 years
. @CAPAHighPhilly principal Joanne Beaver with @BoyzIIMen at their street dedication ceremony #MotownPhilly
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Philadelphia Schools
4 years
Gov. Wolf announced all PA schools will remain closed until at least April 6. Visit for the latest update from Superintendent Hite.
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Philadelphia Schools
9 years
Early decision: School District of Philadelphia schools and administrative offices will be closed on Monday, September 28. #PhlEd
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
Learning Guides for all School District of Philadelphia students grades K-12 are now available online at: Printed copies will be available at all 30 grab-and-go meal distribution sites beginning tomorrow, March 17. Site List:
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Philadelphia Schools
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
Over the weekend, more details on services that the City & District will provide will be available. The District is coordinating with the Office of Children and Families, Parks and Recreation, & others to provide meal services and programming in safe spaces throughout the city.
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
In the spirit of solidarity and our continued commitment to anti-racism, the District will be closed this Friday, June 19th in celebration of Juneteenth. You can find more information about Juneteenth and ideas for how to celebrate the day in this letter.
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
Thank you to our SDP Food Service workers who are dedicated to ensuring that our students have nutritious meals to eat while schools are closed. Since schools closed, this team has served over half a million meals - an incredible effort! More Info:
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
Did you know? Transgender and gender nonconforming students can use their preferred name for virtual learning such as Google Classroom. Just have a teacher, principal or staff member fill out this form:
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
7 years
CAPA students learning a routine from @msdebbieallen
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
The District has added new hotlines so families can get answers to questions about Learning Guides & the District closure in their native language. Languages include Spanish, Albanian, Arabic, Chinese, French, Khmer, Portuguese, Russian & Vietnamese. Visit:
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Philadelphia Schools
7 years
Congrats on @PlayworksPA on $20k to enhance learning and play in Philly! #PHLed @Holla_At_Rob33 @sixers @SIXERSSTRONG
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Alain Locke School had an amazing 2nd Annual Father-Daughter Dance. Fathers and father figures were invited to dress up and come out with their daughters for a night of dancing, food and fun.
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
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All school programs and activities, as well as the District Administrative Office, will operate on a two-hour delay. Late arrivals due to weather-related issues recorded tomorrow, January 17, 2024 will be excused. Please travel safely. Learn more:
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Philadelphia Schools
9 years
All District schools will remain closed Friday, 3/6 due to inclement weather. Administrative offices open on 2-hour delay.
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Philadelphia Schools
8 months
Thank you @JalenHurts , @TheRealLailaAli @CarliLloyd , Qiana "Star" Wright, and @ColleenWolfe for hosting a panel discussion on the importance of supporting female athletes and making sports bras an essential part of the equipment kit for women of all sports. #PHLED
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
1 year
Last night @LiveNationPhila & @LiveNationUrban presented SDP with a check for $100k. Thank you for your annual commitment of providing a portion of every ticket sold at @themetphilly to help fund music programs in our schools, including @missjillscott 's alma mater @phs4girls 🎼🎢
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Philadelphia Schools
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Attendance Hero,Zydeeek Perez(5th grade), has had perfect attendance since Kindergarten! Be an #AttendanceHero #AttendanceAwarenessMonth
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Philadelphia Schools
6 years
Yes, that’s our Superintendent @SDPHite with so much excitement at his graduation. How excited are you about @PHLschools graduations this week??! πŸ˜†πŸŽ“ #PHLed #SDPGrad
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
4 years
The legendary Coach Lurline Jones has been a basketball coach at @PHLschools for 39 years with more than 300 of her students going to college on athletic scholarships. Currently, she is the Martin Luther King High School Girls Basketball coach. #PHLed @pplathletics
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
2 years
This morning at @FrankfordHS , @GMA surprised teacher and Baseball Coach Juan Namnum, who has been battling breast cancer, and his family with tickets to see the @Phillies in the World Series!
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