Len Lipkin

Beyond the Usual Suspects II

With so many people vying for spots in the same trendy public and charter schools, it is worth considering some schools that might not be on your radar.

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Why I Chose Andrew Jackson: 2010-05-24 School Selection Report

Tell PSS and our readers about your school choice! Date Submitted: 5/24/2010 What school did you decide on? Andrew Jackson Calendar year your child entered/will enter 2010/2011 Grade your child entered/will enter kindergarten What neighborhood are you in? South Philly What schools did you consider? I considered International [PSS-I think this was supposed to be Independence?] Charter School, Christopher...

Len Lipkin

Beyond the Usual Suspects

When I talk to other parents about Philadelphia public elementary schools, inevitably the same handful of schools are of interest to them.  In no particular order, they are Penn Alexander (West Philly), Greenfield (Center City), and Meredith (Queen Village).  Then there are the popular charter schools like Independence Charter (Center City), Russell Byers Charter (Center City), and Green Woods Charter...

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Why I Chose Greenfield: 2010-03-15 School Selection Report

Date Submitted: 3/15/2010 What school did you decide on? Greenfield Elementary Calendar year your child entered/will enter 9/2008 Grade your child entered/will enter 2nd What neighborhood are you in? Center City What schools did you consider? ICS, Russell Byers, Christopher Columbus Charter, Performing Arts Charter-South Phila What factors were most important to you? Location, Reputation, School...