Len Lipkin

Transportation is a Dirty Word

I never looked at the huge negative of not choosing a neighborhood school--an extra commute.

Len Lipkin

Philly High School Search

The Notebook, a local periodcal dedicated to educational reporting in Philadelphia, regularly publishes it's Annual Fall Guide to High Schools.

Len Lipkin

iPhone Game Highlights School District of Philadelphia [VIDEO]

There is a new game available for Apple iOS Devices that attempts to raise consciousness about issues in the district.

Len Lipkin

New Feature for School Open House Calendar

We maintain a public calendar of school open houses throughout the Philadelphia region, and an online form that allows schools/interested parties event info

Len Lipkin

Over Home-Worked? [EVENT]

There is a debate going on about the value of homework. I've talked about it before. Here's a chance to join in on the discussion with WHYY and Newsworks.

Len Lipkin

Voluntary Transfer Program for 2012-2013

Yes, it's once again time again for the Voluntary Transfer Program (VTP)! For Philadelphia residents, VTP allows families to apply for seats in public schools outside of their designated catchment.

Len Lipkin

The Strongest Endorsement

Kids say the darndest things

Len Lipkin

Kindergarten Day 1

For many of you, today was the day. Who wants to share their first day of kindergarten stories?