Can teachers truly connect with students online?–April 24, 2020
Can teachers truly connect with students online? Yes. They absolutely can. This week saw Philadelphia schools roll out their online teaching resources, a…
Overwhelmed parents, teachers get practical help–April 17, 2020
Overwhelmed parents, teachers get practical help When schools first shut down in March, it was a wake up call about how non-normal things…
Introducing Picasso Project’s ArtsEdAtHome Guide
Philadelphia’s Leading Arts Education Funder Fills Void In Harried Online Instruction Efforts During COVID Shutdown Overwhelmed parents and educators in the region get thoughtful,…
Be the light of these dark holidays–April 10, 2020
Read MoreGetting bigger to make learning better–February 21, 2020
There’s a palpable excitement in numerous Philadelphia schools this term. It’s boosting critical thinking, empathy and tolerance. Educators tell us it awakens the imaginations…
How a rare Pablo Picasso find is inspiring Philly students–January 10, 2020
Picasso supports Picasso! Steve and Barbara Gold, Center City residents, activists and PCCY donors, like to make “impact” donations and…
Preschoolers are big winners in primary vote–May 24, 2019
Preschoolers win big in primary election From pre-K classrooms to libraries to playgrounds across the city, you can see and touch…
Remember Marciene Mattleman this Mother’s Day–May 10, 2019
Remembering Marciene Mattleman When you wear a carnation this Mother’s Day, think fondly of the late Marciene Mattleman, Philadelphia educator and social entrepreneur, who…
Engineering a brighter future for our kids–May 3, 2019
Engineering a brighter future for our kids Our annual celebration remains the social event of the year for those who just want the…
Extraordinary, everyday heroes–April 19, 2019
Extraordinary, everyday heroes Since our founding in 1980, in response to the critical need to ensure every child has access to the fundamental building…