Philly for Great Public Schools

May is wrapping up but we’re not letting April’s education news go unnoticed. Here’s what you may have missed.

Come join our growing team to advocate for great public schools here in Philly!!

Tomorrow is Election Day in Philadelphia. Your vote shapes the future of this city, our schools, and our communities. Make your plan tonight.

Charter schools are public schools. Charter families deserve the same care and transparency as every other Philadelphia family navigating school decisions. has the full argument: https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/charter-schools-board-of-education/

The Board of Education meets twice this month. Goals and guardrails. Charter renewals. Decisions that affect every Philadelphia student. Mark your calendars for May 14 and May 28 and show up.

Thanks to the leadership of , today we celebrate Black Teacher Appreciation Day! Black teachers matter deeply to our students, our schools, and our city. Research is clear that Black students thrive when they see themselves reflected in their educators. Philly for Great Public Schools is proud to honor and advocate for the Black teachers who pour into Philadelphia’s children every day.

This Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating every educator showing up for Philadelphia’s students every single day. Teachers are the foundation of great public education, and they deserve policies, resources, and systems built to match their commitment. Thank you for everything you do.

The vote is in!

The Board of Education will reconvene today at 4:00 PM to vote on the Master Facilities Plan. Checkout the article by the Philadelphia Inquirer to learn more: https://share.inquirer.com/VEU5bj

Today, the School District of Philadelphia presents its budget to City Council. This is the moment when decisions get made about our schools, our kids, and our city’s future. We’re paying attention and you should be too. Join in person at City Council Chambers or watch live at phlcouncil.com today at 10 AM.