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A Freshman Perspective on a New Student Selection Process

By Rory Gonzales and Ana Sorrentino | Dec. 4, 2022

The new application process in the Philadelphia School District abruptly changed admission for all incoming high schoolers last year. This sudden change deeply affected the results of admission into top Philadelphia magnet schools. Through intervewing and polling current freshman we found that students were able to fit in and find their place in schools despite thoughts and critiscms.

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NEWS

Philadelphia Reacts to the End of Roe v. Wade

By Kasey Shamis | July 15, 2022

On June 24, 2022, protestors gathered at Philadelphia’s City Hall holding signs, some reading, “Abortion is Healthcare” and “I will not go quietly back to the 1950s”. This reversal is not only affecting women’s reproductive rights but also access to contraception. Pennsylvania, like many other states, is facing an uncertain future in abortion healthcare as it relies on the results of the gubernatorial election on November 8. 

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NEWS

1967 Black Student Walkout Historical Marker Unveiling

By Kasey Shamis | Apr. 7, 2022

On March 19, 2022, elected officials, activists, and other Philadelphians gathered for the unveiling of the Black Student Walkouts historical marker at the intersection of 21st and Winter Streets that was organized by Helen Gym and Masterman High School alumni.

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NEWS

PA Youth Vote Civic Engagement Program: Apply Today!

By Sophia Roach and Risa Garg | Mar. 23, 2022

Youth voting has become increasingly important throughout the years. What does voting education provide for youth voters? How does this education increase voting? Here is what PA Youth Vote is doing to provide our youth voters with the knowledge and engagement needed to change the culture of voting as the Commonwealth of PA is mobilized to turn out in 2022! 

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NEWS

Dr. Hite Steps Down as Superintendent

By Risa Garg | Feb. 27, 2022

Dr. William Hite is stepping down as Philadelphia School District superintendent. What has he done during his ten year tenure, and what are the next steps of the school district?

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NEWS

Juntos’ Fight For Sanctuary Schools in Philadelphia

Apr. 12, 2021

Even in “sanctuary cities,” or cities where there is not active information sharing between local law enforcement and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) , public schools do not always honor the comfort and well-being of their Latinx and immigrant student populations. Juntos is a South Philadelphia-based Latinx immigrant organization dedicated to “fighting for [Latinx] human rights as workers, parents, youth, and immigrants”.

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SPORTS

What's Next for Athletes in COVID?

By Zion Brooks | Mar. 23, 2021

Not being able to be in school has serious implications for student athletes. Their junior and senior year is crucial for scholarships and college recruitment. These trying times are forcing student-athletes to advocate for their future like never before, from practicing alone to venturing out to other teams. These students are working harder than ever to make their life long dreams a reality. 

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