Category: News from SDP
A Holiday Message from Dr. Watlington
Read in your language: 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 say goodbye to 2025, and head out on Winter Break, we wanted to share this special holiday message...
A Facilities Planning Process Update
SHQIP | العربية | 汉语 | Español | Français | Kreyòl Ayisyen | ខ្មែរ | Português | Pусский | O’zbek tili | українська мова | Việt Dear School District of Philadelphia Community, The School District is completing Phase 8 of the Facilities Planning Process, which has the goal of increasing access to high-quality academic and extracurricular...
Inclement Weather Advisory: Late Arrival
Dear School District of Philadelphia Families, Due to the inclement weather and freezing temperatures, all District schools and offices will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, December 15, 2025. The safety and well-being of our students are our top priorities. We are encouraging students, families, and staff to travel safely tomorrow morning. I urge...
SDP Celebrates the Newly Constructed AMY at James Martin in Port Richmond
Today, the School District of Philadelphia celebrated the newly constructed AMY at James Martin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This $62 million investment, made possible by the Federal American Rescue Plan Act, provides students with a state-of-the-art facility. “The new AMY at James Martin school is more than just a building; it is a testament of...
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,...