School

A group in Pennsylvania is looking at putting an end to the growing school lunch debt crisis. WDIY’s James Zipprodt reports they’re close to a deal with one district in the area and have hopes of moving on to others across the state.

New legislation aimed at protecting students involved in residency disputes is moving through state Congress. WDIY’s James Zipprodt reports.

U.S. Senator Bob Casey of Pennsylvania introduced anti-bullying legislation on Tuesday. WDIY’s James Zipprodt reports on what would be the first federal law to address bullying and harassment.

A Lehigh County lawmaker’s bill aimed at boosting the number of teachers and educators in Pennsylvania has passed through the state House. WDIY’s Sarit Laschinsky has more.

With the new school year now in session, Allentown School District students have an easier way to get to school. WDIY’s Sarit Laschinsky has more.

Olga Negrón welcomes Hector Bonilla, Tracy Piazza and Meg Sayago from the Easton Area School District to talk about public education, and the district's programs for students and families.

Olga Negrón welcomes Hector Bonilla, Tracy Piazza and Meg Sayago from the Easton Area School District to talk about public education, and the district's programs for students and families.

Greg Capogna and Edward Meehan welcome Deidra Vachier from Community Services for Children to talk about the importance of early childhood education, the Head Start program, and prenatal-to-cradle-to-career guidance for Lehigh Valley children.

Bethlehem-based diagnostic test manufacturer OraSure Technologies recently announced that its rapid at-home COVID-19 test has been selected to be distributed to schools nationwide. WDIY’s Sarit Laschinsky has more.

Attorney General Josh Shapiro has released a special report on student mental health from data and tips received through Pennsylvania’s anonymous reporting system for schools, students and communities. WDIY’s Mike Flynn has more.