A bill introduced by Rep. Dwight Evans, if adopted, would provide a number of incentives for teachers. Also, Rep. James Roebuck has introduced a bill for a loan forgiveness program for teachers. The school district s inability to meet its needs with certified teachers requires that we hire some uncertified teachers. Uncertified teachers are required to enroll in and complete the certification process within three years. Dr. Dorothy Sumners Rush and Dr. Emilio Matticoli.
All board members visit schools.
From elementary grades through high school, in Philadelphia and elsewhere, the most effective tools for dealing with school violence are students who are willing and able to report potential threats to school safety. Most weapons in our system are confiscated as a result of students reporting other students. Equipment seems most useful as a deterrent. The district continues to develop partnerships with organizations that work directly with students to make schools safer. A. Poor students are often less prepared for school.