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Philadelphia Schools Face Major Changes | Philadelphia News
Philadelphia’s school district is facing major upheaval this year, with 17 schools slated to close as part of a billion-dollar facilities overhaul aimed at balancing overcrowded and underused campuses. Superintendent Tony Watlington admits the closures are painful but necessary, especially as the district also grapples with a $300 million budget deficit—projected to be resolved by 2029 or 2030 with state help. Beyond buildings, the focus is on student outcomes: too many kids aren’t mastering core subjects, so early literacy and math skills are being prioritized. The district is also expanding…
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