Philadelphia Schools

Official Twitter account of The School District of Philadelphia.

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

For the first time ever, the Back to School Bus Tour stopped at Penrose School! Students, families & community partners came together to get ready for 2026–27.

Thanks to @IBX, @IBXFDN, @LiveNation & all our partners!

See you tomorrow at Marcus Foster Memorial Stadium!
#PHLed

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

The School District of Philadelphia Partnerships Dashboard is live! 🔎

Explore the partnerships helping connect our students and schools with opportunities, resources, and support across Philadelphia.

Learn more: https://t.co/RfD3OVRUqC #PHLed

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

🚌 Back-to-School Bus Tour Event

🗓️ Tuesday, August 11 | 10am-2pm

📍Marcus Foster Memorial Stadium, 1627 W. Hunting Park Ave., Phila, PA 19140

🎒Get a free backpack & all your back-to-school needs! Learn more at: https://t.co/j9yoKHrjNC

#SDPBusTour #RingtheBellPHL #PHLED

[Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr. @watlington_sr]

It was an honor to join Chief Craig Johnson in recognizing the outstanding members of our Office of School Safety.

Congrats to this year's honorees, retirees and officers recognized for going above and beyond. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to keeping our schools safe.

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

🚌🎒 The 6th Annual Back to School Bus Tour starts TODAY!

Join us at Penrose School from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for free backpacks, school supplies, and resources to help students start the school year strong. Learn more https://t.co/j9yoKHrjNC.

#RingTheBellPHL #BackToSchool #PHLed

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

Philadelphia families: FREE Philly PreK seats are still available for eligible 3 to 5 year olds! 🍎

Find a free, full day PreK program and give your child a strong start.

Learn more: https://t.co/QJ17Gk4osL

#PHLed @PHLfamilies

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

Stay connected to your child's education with the Infinite Campus Family Portal! 📚

Create a free account or download the app to access your child's information anytime, anywhere.

Sign up today: https://t.co/5Sw7tbsCGl

#PHLed #FamilyPortal

[Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr. @watlington_sr]

It was great to welcome our newest teachers, counselors, Pre-K educators and teaching assistants to Team @PHLschools!
New Hire Orientation is preparing them to build joyful, rigorous classrooms and advance our Accelerate Philly goals as we begin the 2026–2027 school year.
#PHLed

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

🚨 NEW DATE!

🚌 Back-to-School Bus Tour Event

🗓️ Thursday, August 13 | 10am-2pm

📍MLK High School, 6100 Stenton Ave., Phila, PA 19138

🎒Get a free backpack & all your back-to-school needs! Learn more at: https://t.co/j9yoKHrjNC

#SDPBusTour #RingtheBellPHL #PHLED

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

🚌 Back-to-School Bus Tour Event

🗓️ Friday, August 7 | 10am-2pm

📍Penrose School, 2515 S. 78th St. Phila, PA 19153

🎒Get a free backpack & all your back-to-school needs! Learn more at: https://t.co/j9yoKHrjNC

#SDPBusTour #RingtheBellPHL #PHLED

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

Happy Professional Licensed Engineers Day!⚙️💡🔧
Today we celebrate the licensed professional engineers whose expertise supports facility improvements, long-term sustainability and safe, innovative learning environments for our students and staff. Thank you for all you do! #PHLed

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

The District shares important updates for the Find Your Fit school selection process. Learn more here: https://t.co/jg0Uw12pcb #PHLed

[Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr. @watlington_sr]

It was a privilege to meet with our first-year principal cohort at the August Leadership Convening alongside Deputy Supt. Dr. Brenda Elliott and @502Casa Pres. Dr. Robin Cooper. Proud of these outstanding @PHLschools leaders and excited to see the impact they'll make! #PHLed

[Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr. @watlington_sr]

Great to join @PHLschools principals, Asst. principals, leaders & @502Casa Pres. Dr. Robin Cooper at the August Leadership Convening as we prepared for SY2026–27. Thank you to our Learning Network and central office teams for helping equip our leaders for a successful year ahead.

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

🎙️ Mayfair students sat down with @PhillyMayor for a special episode of the DOPE Student Podcast to discuss building trades, CTE and why exposing students to career pathways early matters.
Thank you, Mayor Parker, for sharing your time and insights with our students! #PHLed #CTE

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

As an added surprise, Rob McElhenney, actor and co-owner of @Wrexham_AFC, visited Penrose students and presented them with tickets to Sunday's match at Subaru Park. Thank you, Rob and Wrexham A.F.C., for creating such a memorable experience for our students. #PHLed

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

A new play space is officially open at Penrose Elementary School! ⚽🏀

Thank you to @love_futbol, @PhilaUnionFdn, @Wrexham_AFC, the Office of Strategic Partnerships and all our partners who made this possible!

🎥 Learn more: https://t.co/RK17h33oUJ

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

🎓🎉 Congratulations to @CityParkway graduate Sakane Drame! He graduated with a 4.32 weighted GPA, earned his Associate's degree from @CCPedu, and will attend @Templeuniv on a full ride scholarship to study Finance and Business. #PHLed #IAMSDP

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

⚠️ Due to forecasted inclement weather, tomorrow's Back to School Bus Tour stop at MLK High School (Aug. 3) has been cancelled. The event will be rescheduled for a later date. Updated details will be shared soon. #PHLed

[Philadelphia Schools @PHLschools]

🚌 Back-to-School Bus Tour Event

🗓️ Monday, August 3 | 10am-2pm

📍MLK High School, 6100 Stenton Ave., Phila, PA 19138

🎒Get a free backpack & all your back-to-school needs! Learn more at: https://t.co/j9yoKHrjNC

#SDPBusTour #RingtheBellPHL #PHLED