EPISODE · Mar 4, 2026 · 32 MIN
Behind the Controversial $2.8 Billion Plan To Remake Philly Schools
from City Cast Philly · host City Cast
The school district is proposing major changes to its schools. And it could dramatically impact neighborhoods in the process. Philadelphians have not been quiet about their feelings. District officials say this is all in an effort to address lower enrollment, dilapidated buildings, and overcrowded classrooms. But are parents, students, and teachers' concerns being heard? Carly Sitrin, bureau chief at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, is here to explain all the shifting parts of the school district's master plan. Read more of Carly's reporting about the school district's Master Plan here. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise
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The school district is proposing major changes to its schools. And it could dramatically impact neighborhoods in the process. Philadelphians have not been quiet about their feelings. District officials say this is all in an effort to address lower enrollment, dilapidated buildings, and overcrowded classrooms. But are parents, students, and teachers' concerns being heard? Carly Sitrin, bureau chief at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, is here to explain all the shifting parts of the school district's master plan. Read more of Carly's reporting about the school district's Master Plan here. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise
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