Philadelphia Federation of Teachers Proposes Alternative Plan to Save 17public Schools Facing Closure

Philly teachers union says it can prevent school closures with $25 million. The district says the cost is 12 times higher

Philly’s teachers union released a $25 million plan to address structural and safety issues at 17 district schools slated for closure. But district officials estimate the cost to address the schools' issues at nearly $300 million.

Philadelphia teachers union proposes plan to save 17 schools targeted to close

The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers is calling on Mayor Cherelle Parker to intervene and help prevent the 17 school closures.

Teachers union proposes alternative to closing 17 Philadelphia schools

The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers is urging the School District of Philadelphia and the school board to reconsider plans to close 17 schools.

Philadelphia teachers union releases plan to save 17 schools

The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers is calling on Mayor Parker to intervene to stop the closures and begin overdue maintenance.

Philadelphia Federation of Teachers proposes alternative plan to save 17public schools facing closure

The fight to keep 17 Philadelphia public schools from closing reached a boiling point at the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT) headquarters on 18th & Chestnut Streets. Amid a packed house of union officials, educators, and staff, the labor union unveiled an alternative plan designed to halt the School District’s controversial 2026 Facilities Master Plan.

Philadelphia teachers union releases its own facilities plan — one that doesn’t close schools

The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers has released a plan that invests $25 million to repair and maintain the 17 schools that the school district intends to close.