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Comcast expands low-cost internet, along with learning programs that actually work
The media giant gave out $1 million for digital literacy workshops in Philly last year. | From: Billy Penn (Read more.)
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How do the most vulnerable Philly teens get to college? This program helps them reach higher.
Temple University’s College Bound Academy, a program for Philadelphia high school students who are either homeless or involved in the foster care system, is designed to immerse participants in the college experience. | From: The Philadelphia Inquirer (Read more.)
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‘Alexa, wake me up for camp!’: Philly summer writing program bursting at the seams
Applications to Mighty Writers, an educational nonprofit with course themes tailored to various Philly neighborhoods, surged more than 1000%. | From: Billy Penn (Read more.)
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‘Dear Akeem’ highlights activities and job opportunities for Philly youth
From the Village of Arts and Humanities in Germantown to the Philly After School Activities Partnership, Akeem is sharing exciting possibilities that local youth often don’t know exist. | From: WHYY (Read more.)
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Having hard conversations with children about race and difference
Impressions and attitudes are developed very early, so it is important for parents and teachers to deal with the issue directly. | From: The Philadelphia Public School Notebook (Read more.)
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Mt. Airy early childhood center works on increasing diversity
Recruitment, workshops, and “challenging” discussions about racism are all part of the effort. Next up in this series tomorrow: Talking race and gender to preschoolers. | From: The Philadelphia Public School Notebook (Read more.)
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Growth and transformation for former high school dropouts at Project WOW
Students at JEVS Human Services’ Project WOW tell AL DÍA the program’s dedicated team of educators has helped move their lives forward. | From: AL DÍA (Read more.)
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Video: PHLpreK improves job, financial prospects for parents
In January 2017, the Mayor’s Office launched PHLpreK, a publically-funded pre-K option for Philadelphia families. The Notebook investigates how it’s working for both families and providers. | From: The Philadelphia Public School Notebook (Read more.)
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PHLpreK improves job, financial prospects for parents
The city program clears its biggest legal hurdle and continues to grow as it enters year three. | From: The Philadelphia Public School Notebook
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Building a workforce for PHLPreK: not an easy proposition
Salary and prestige of these jobs are still low, despite their importance to child development. | From: The Philadelphia Public School Notebook
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