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Philadelphia Students Get Their Feet Wet in Penn ABCS Course

Students from William L. Sayre High School and Penn come together to learn about environmental science through an Academically Based Community Service (ABCS) course, coordinated by the Netter Center for Community Partnerships.

Advancing Education with AI in Philly Schools

The School District of Philadelphia has partnered with Penn to launch a groundbreaking professional development program on artificial intelligence.

Community-Based Vaccine Partnerships Take a Jab at Health Inequities

Underserved communities in Philadelphia have increased access to vaccines thanks to education, outreach, and partnership initiatives from Penn’s Center for Public Health.

Sowing Seeds for Philly’s Future Environmental Leaders

High school student leaders came together to discuss environmental sustainability at Penn’s Morris Arboretum and Gardens for the 13th Annual Outdoor Career Symposium.

Engineering Solutions for Newborn Cognitive Development

Infants in neonatal intensive care units can feel safe and sound thanks to the Sonura Beanie, an innovative device created by five Penn Engineering graduates to filter out harmful noises.

Health Education Topics Hit Close to Home for Philadelphia Students

Philadelphia public schools teamed up with Penn to provide students with relatable health programs, like sexuality education and urban public health education.

Building a Cleaner Future for Philadelphia’s Students

The School District of Philadelphia has accelerated the remediation of environmental hazards in its buildings, thanks to a $100 million pledge from Penn in 2020.

Math Adds Up with New Teaching Method in Elementary Schools

Elementary school teachers in Philly are bringing new solutions to math education thanks to a responsive teaching program from Penn GSE.

Bringing Reproductive Justice to Philadelphia High Schools

Five Philadelphia high school students gained experience in activism, leadership, and mentorship as part of Students Organizing for Access to Reproductive Health (SOAR), a summer internship program founded by Penn undergraduates to equip interns to become advocates in their own communities.

Reigniting Libraries & Literacy to West Philadelphia Public Schools

Through a partnership between Penn Libraries Community Engagement and the West Philadelphia Alliance for Children (WePAC), public school libraries in Philadelphia are better staffed with volunteers, enriched with new collections, and made more accessible overall.