Why do Charter Schools Have Surpluses When School Districts are Broke?
The last few years have been tough for Pennsylvania schools, with budget shortfalls forced on school districts around the state by draconian cuts to…
What $440 Million Buys for Philadelphia Students
When it comes to the School District of Philadelphia, a lot of numbers get thrown around. $440 million requested. $216 million to keep the…
Sales Tax Split Harms Students and Hardly Helps Pensions
Everyone agrees that the School District of Philadelphia is in dire financial straits. What they cannot agree on, however, is what they are willing…
Lack of State Investment Leaves Schools Struggling to Meet the Needs of Rising Number of Low-Income Students
Last month we showed the trend of rising share of low-income students in Delaware County and the challenges those students face in Delco’s public…