Rideshare Tool Kit

Apr 21, 2026

Don’t Let Philly Students Face One More Cut!

The School District of Philadelphia must cut jobs next year unless they get more funding. Philadelphia students cannot do more with less – they deserve teachers, counselors, and climate staff. City Council can add at least $50.4 million to the School District’s budget to save hundreds of teachers and other school staff next year.

Mayor Parker’s proposed a $1 per ride fee on Uber and Lyft trips that would save 340 Philadelphia school district positions. These positions were funded with federal funds that are no longer available. Helpful materials are below on the Ride Share Tax bill 260208.

City Wide Fact Sheets

These facts provide examples of the cuts that would take place in each council district if the budget deficit is not closed affecting student performance and school climate.

Attend a Community Budget Meeting

Philadelphia students cannot afford fewer teachers or other support staff. City Council can vote to prevent those cuts. Speak up on behalf of students! Attend one (or more) of the upcoming public events and tell councilmembers, “No cuts to schools!” Sign Up, Show Up, Speak Up because Our Kids Are Worth It. Need help with your testimony? Check out our testimony as well as these talking points. We can also help – reachout to frangyp@childrenfirstpa.org. Click the image to download a PDF that you can share.

Postcards: Print, Sign & Share

These postcards are available for your community group or organization to print and share with your members. Postcards can be dropped off to 990 Spring Garden Street, Suite 600 or you can scan and send to info@childrenfirstpa.org. We also have printed postcards available to pick up at our office. Click the image to download a PDF that you can share.

Lower Travel Costs! Options are available.

The Mayor’s proposed tax on ride share companies will protect public schools and ensure students have the resources they deserve. If ride share companies choose to pass these costs directly onto riders, there are options for individuals with disabilities to help lower their travel costs. Click the image to download a PDF that you can share.