District-wide financial stability is allowing us to make investments to improve the education our students receive.
Nurses, counselors, new textbooks and hydration stations are in every school. We’ve modernized computer and science labs and put more resources into our lowest performing schools.
This fiscal stability has been critical in returning Philadelphia’s public schools to local control.
of balanced budgets resulting in improved long-term credit outlook.
of taxpayer money saved over the next 20 years through high-interest debt refinancing.
expansion of the District-wide investment plan over 7 years.
classrooms modernized with state-of-the-art technology.
Invest in the resources, training, professional development, and coaching necessary to create school cultures that enable all students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Maintain balanced budgets through the five-year financial plan.
Ensuring quality schools for every Philadelphia child
“Over the past two years, the tough reforms that Dr. Hite and his administration have initiated have started to pay dividends. The district has had multiple years of balanced budgets and their bond rating has improved.
Philadelphia’s schools have finally returned a nurse and counselor to every school, and the district has filled 99% of teacher vacancies.”
Speech before City Council, November 2017
“…the Philadelphia School District unveiled a $5 million initiative to modernize select classrooms at eight city schools in an effort to boost achievement there.”
Philadelphia Inquirer (Aug. 24, 2017)
“This type of investment, along with the ratification of a long-awaited teachers’ contract, also improves the overall perception of the district as a viable provider of education services to city residents and taxpayers.”
With financial stability comes the opportunity to dream about where we can go next. We’re listening to teachers, parents, families and communities as we continue to evolve and implement our plan.
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ANCHOR GOAL 1
100% of students will graduate ready for college or career.
ANCHOR GOAL 2
100% of 8-year-olds will read on or above grade level.
ANCHOR GOAL 3
100% of positions are filled by great principals, teachers and employees.
ANCHOR GOAL 4
100% of funding for great schools is secured with zero deficit.
We will achieve educational equity when all students have the resources to graduate ready to succeed as fully engaged citizens of the world.
Even as institutionalized barriers and inequitable funding persist, we continue to expand equity, increase opportunity, and create national best practices so that all children can recognize and reach their full potential.