Students Need Alternatives

Originally published by The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Despite the Pennsylvania budget being more than two months late, Gov. Josh Shapiro still found time for a photo opportunity at Dobbins High School.

“We want to see more schools across Pennsylvania doing what Dobbins is doing,” said Shapiro.

But not all Dobbins students agree with the governor’s assessment. In 2022, as many as 100 students protested the violence they faced while attending Dobbins. Plus, about 92% of Dobbins students tested below proficient in English language arts. Math scores were even worse, with 99% testing below grade level.

Read more at The Philadelphia Inquirer.