Philadelphia Home and School Council

04/17/2024

https://www.readby4th.org/initiatives-community/neighborhood-literacy-fund

The Neighborhood Literacy Fund supports community-driven solutions to the early literacy crisis by awarding up to $2,000 for projects that help grow Philadelphia’s young readers.

07/25/2023

Just passing this along! We've got 1,000 free seats for parents, teachers, and education advocates. And this would be perfect for home and school members!

Calling all educators, families, and literacy advocates!

Don’t miss a free screening of The Right to Read Film. This thought-provoking documentary dives into some of the root causes of the literacy crisis. You’ll leave with resources and freshly motivated to advocate for quality education for all.

AUGUST 29 | 5-8:30 PM | THE FILLMORE

REGISTER HERE: bit.ly/righttoreadphilly

We’re so excited to co-host this event with our partners: School District of Philadelphia, Fund for the School District of Philadelphia, Read to Succeed Philadelphia Center for Black Educator Development, Reading Allowed, Teach For America • Greater Philly, and Joyful Readers

03/06/2023

To register bit.ly/ParentSummit2023
We hope to see you all there!

03/06/2023

bit.ly/ParentSummit2023

On Saturday, March 25th from 9am to 3pm Philadelphia Home & School Council, El Comite Las Trabadoras, Parents United for Public Education, West Philly Coalition for Neighborhood Schools, Office of Councilmember Kendra Brooks and Our City Our Schools coalition will be co-hosting Parent Summit 2023: Gardening Our Future. We hope to Connect with, Learn from, and Support one another that day and beyond as parents and caregivers across Philadelphia who are working every day to support their schools and young people across the city. Education is power!

*childcare, food, speakers, workshops, interpretation

El sábado 25 de marzo @ 9am to 3pm Philadelphia Home & School Council, El Comité las Trabajadoras,arents United for Public Education, West Philly Coalition for Neighborhood Schools, La oficina de la concejala Kendra Brooks y Our City Our Schools coalition serán coanfitriones de la Cumbre de Padres 2023: Cultivando/Jardineando Nuestro Futuro. Esperamos poder conectarnos, aprender y apoyarnos mutuamente ese día y más allá como padres y cuidadores de toda Filadelfia que trabajan todos los días para apoyar a sus escuelas y a los jóvenes de toda la ciudad. ¡La educación es poder!

*cuidado de niños, comida, presentadores, talleres, interpretación

02/02/2023

ANNOUNCING PHSC NEW PRESIDENT: Visit our website for a message from President Walette Etheridge Carter. Stay tuned for additional updates. https://www.philadelphiahsc.org/

09/28/2022

We are heart broken over the senseless loss of a young life to gun violence. Our prayers go out to the families,and to the Saul, Roxborough, Northeast and Boys Latin communities.

08/19/2022

Get Outdoors…Free family program opportunity

06/27/2022

Registration is open for New Superintendent Listening Sessions. First one is virtual - 6/28 @ 5pm. You must register at

Tuesday 21st | 9:00 AM | Learning Networks 1 and 2 Tuesday 21st | 11:00 AM | Learning Networks 3 and 4 Wednesday 22nd | 11:00 AM | Learning Networks 5 and 6 Friday 24th | 10:30 AM | Learning Networks 9 and 10 Friday 24th | 12:30 PM| Learning Networks 11 and 12 Monday 27th | 1:30 PM | Learning Networ...

05/31/2022

It’s election time!!! Philadelphia Home&School Council is currently looking for qualified nominee for the 2022 Council Elections. Use the link below for nominations!!! Nominations must be made by June 6, 2022
https://forms.gle/2Eg8Heb8h6WMVPHK7

05/28/2022

PHSC 125 Block Party Countdown!!
7 Days to Go. 🍾🍾🥳🥳🎊🎉
Check Out our Schedule of Events, Honorees, and Performers. Don't forget to get your free ticket and help us spread the word! A Big Thank you to our Sponsors.
Let's Celebrate Together Philly https://www.philadelphiahsc.org/125th-celebration
Monetary and In-Kind Donations still being accepted!