Category: News from SDP
Potential 2025 SEPTA Strike Message
Dear School District of Philadelphia Families, The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, or SEPTA, is currently negotiating a new contract with the Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 234. The current contract expired on Friday, November 7, 2025, and the union has already voted to authorize a strike if a new contract agreement is not reached by...
Xello: Parent Access Now Available
SHQIP | العربية | 汉语 | Español | Français | Kreyòl Ayisyen | ខ្មែរ | Português | Pусский | O’zbek tili | українська мова | Việt December 2, 2025 Dear School District of Philadelphia Families, The School District of Philadelphia transitioned from Naviance to Xello, our new college and career readiness platform for Kindergarten through 12th grade. As we enter our second year of implementation, we are excited to share that parents and guardians now have access...
Cynthia Carr – Teacher of the Month November 2025
The School District of Philadelphia is thrilled to honor Mrs. Cynthia Carr of Swenson Arts & Technology High School as our November 2025 Teacher of the Month. For more than 30 years, Mrs. Carr has dedicated her career to ensuring that students with autism receive the individualized support, compassion, and high expectations they deserve. Last...
Andre Carter – Senior of the Month November 2025
Andre Carter doesn’t just walk the halls of Parkway Northwest High School for Peace and Social Justice. He sets the tone. Ranked number one in his class with a perfect 4.0 cumulative GPA, Andre has shown that excellence is not an accident, but a daily decision. Whether he is solving complex problems in class, leading...
Juan Aquino – Senior of the Month November 2025
Some students leave a mark; Juan Aquino blazes a trail. Named Senior of the Month, Juan is more than a high achiever; he inspires peers through perseverance and curiosity. Juan’s academic journey began with early struggles, which sparked his passion for learning, especially in Computer Science. Guided by mentors like Mr. Chowdhury and Ms. Wallace,...
Thanksgiving Message
SHQIP | العربية | 汉语 | Español | Français | Kreyòl Ayisyen | ខ្មែរ | Português | Pусский | O’zbek tili | українська мова | Việt Dear School District of Philadelphia community, Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, a time traditionally set aside for expressing gratitude, reflection and mindfulness, and connecting with those you love. As I reflect on the past year, I cannot help but be extremely grateful for each of my professional colleagues, and every student, parent, guardian,...
Teamsters Local 502 Commonwealth Association of School Administrators and The School District of Philadelphia Secure Tentative Agreement
Teamsters Local 502 Commonwealth Association of School Administrators and The School District of Philadelphia Secure Tentative Agreement PHILADELPHIA (November 24, 2025) – This evening, the Teamsters Local 502 Commonwealth Association of School Administrators (CASA) and the School District of Philadelphia reached a tentative contract agreement. “Teamsters Local 502: The Commonwealth Association of School Administrators (CASA)...
An Update on the Facilities Planning Process & Another Invitation to Share Your Feedback
SHQIP | العربية | 汉语 | Español | Français | Kreyòl Ayisyen | ខ្មែរ | Português | Pусский | O’zbek tili | українська мова | Việt Dear School District of Philadelphia Community, A major goal of the School District of Philadelphia is to increase access to high-quality academic and extracurricular programs across neighborhoods, recognizing that many of the District’s aging and unequal facilities are either under- or over-enrolled. In order to achieve this goal, we are in...
Takia McClendon – Teacher of the Month October 2025
The School District of Philadelphia proudly celebrates Ms. Takia McClendon, our October 2025 Teacher of the Month, for her unwavering dedication, mentorship, and excellence in teaching at Mary McLeod Bethune School. A proud product of the School District of Philadelphia and its special admittance schools, Ms. McClendon embodies what it means to give back to...