An End-of-Year Message from Superintendent Watlington

Philadelphia City School District News 6/23 8:00A Laurie

SHQIP |  العربية | 汉语 | Español | Français | Kreyòl Ayisyen | ខ្មែរ | Português | Pусский | O’zbek tili | українська мова | Việt Dear School District of Philadelphia community, As we start our summer,...

Summer Health Update

Philadelphia City School District News 6/18 4:00A Laurie

SHQIP  |  العربية  |  汉语  |  Español  |  Français  |  Kreyòl Ayisyen  |  ខ្មែរ  |  Português  |  Pусский  |  O’zbek tili  |  українська мова  |  Việt Dear School District of Philadelphia Families, Summer is here! It s the perfect time to explore...

SDP Connect: Class of 2025 Edition

Philadelphia City School District News 6/13 6:00A Jaden

CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2025!! Watch the video below as Superintendent Watlington and Deputy Superintendent Dawson extend their heartfelt congratulations to the Class of 2025! In This Issue What s...

Shannon Brophy – Teacher of the Month May 2025

Philadelphia City School District News 6/13 3:15A Amina

The School District of Philadelphia is proud to recognize Ms. Shannon Brophy of Bartram High School as our Teacher of the Month—a well-deserved honor for an educator who leads with heart, vision, and...

Jason Noel – Senior of the Month May 2025

Philadelphia City School District News 6/13 3:00A Amina

At Carver High School, the spirit of innovation and teamwork thrives, personified by Senior of the Month Jason Noel, known as the school s happy guy. His contagious energy and determination have made...

Ibrahim Soukouna – Senior of the Month May 2025

Philadelphia City School District News 6/13 3:00A Amina

The School District of Philadelphia proudly recognizes Ibrahim Soukouna of CAPA High School as Senior of the Month. Ibrahim exemplifies what it means to be a dedicated, creative, and community-minded...

Superintendent Watlington Named Top 100 Influencer by District Administration

Philadelphia City School District News 6/12 3:58A Christina

School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony B. Watlington, Sr., Ed.D., has been named one of District Administration’s 2025 Top 100 Influencers for his impact in accelerating academic achievement in Philadelphia. The second annual list is...

District Educators Honored by CS4Philly

Philadelphia City School District News 6/12 3:11A Christina

Now in its sixth year, the 2025 CS4Philly Computer Science Teacher Awards continue to spotlight outstanding educators advancing computer science (CS) education in Philadelphia. “These educators exemplify the CS4Philly mission of making...

Congratulations to the Class of 2025

Philadelphia City School District News 6/10 3:15A Laurie

SHQIP |   العربية  | 汉语 | Español | Français | Kreyòl Ayisyen  | ខ្មែរ | Português | Pусский | O’zbek tili | українська мова | Việt Dear School District of Philadelphia Parents, Families and the Class...

SDP Receives $1.2 Million in Solar Grants

Philadelphia City School District News 5/23 7:29A Christina

The School District of Philadelphia has been awarded $1.2 million from the first Solar for PA Schools Grant Program to install solar energy at four schools: Andrew Hamilton School, Murrell Dobbins Career & Technical Education High School,...

Janel Moore-Almond – Teacher of the Month April 2025

Philadelphia City School District News 5/6 7:15A Amina

The School District of Philadelphia is proud to recognize Mrs. Janel Moore-Almond as our Teacher of the Month for April 2025—a title that only begins to reflect the extraordinary heart, vision, and...

Richard Guzman-Pichardo – Senior of the Month April 2025

Philadelphia City School District News 5/6 7:00A Amina

This month, we are incredibly proud to shine a spotlight on a student whose story exemplifies perseverance, resilience, and excellence—Richard, April 2025 Senior of the Month at Franklin Learning...

Shaqueah Henry – Senior of the Month April 2025

Philadelphia City School District News 5/6 7:00A Amina

Shaqueah Henry is more than just a name at Overbrook High School ; she s a force of nature. Coming from a charter school where opportunities seemed more easily available to her, Overbrook was...

SDP Connect: Teacher Appreciation Edition

Philadelphia City School District News 5/6 7:00A Jaden

A WEEK OF CELEBRATION! Watch the video below from Superintendent Watlington as he celebrates the incredible contributions of our teachers and nurses. In This Issue What s Happening? Senior & Teacher...

School Nurse Spotlights – National School Nurse Day

Philadelphia City School District News 5/6 3:00A Adam

On May 7, 2025 we will honor our talented school nurses. We hope you will enjoy reading these profiles as much as we enjoyed creating them. Remember, there are many school nurses across the District...