Parents sharing the process of searching for a school in Greater Philadelphia. What kind of school are you looking for? Charter, public, private, city, suburban?
Penn Alexander catchment parents once again forced to camp out in the insane weather to secure a seat. 
Parents that gamble by buying a house in a desirable catchment or forgo the lottery or private school application process could end up out of luck 
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.
The new enrollment policy announced by Penn Alexander may not be the final word on the subject. 
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. 
I wanted my child to experience other cultures, and to be part of the good things that happen when a school is supported by parents. I saw that Lea had the foundation of great teachers, so I decided to dedicate time to improve other areas. 
The School District of Philadelphia's Open House Week is next week. 
Len Lipkin
PSS Community
