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School Closure Plan Sparks Fears About More Bullying Fights and Violence

Some families fear Philadelphia’s plan to close schools could fuel more conflict due to overcrowded hallways and students who feel destabilized. But experts say there are solutions.

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School Closure Plan Sparks Fears About More Bullying Fights and Violence

Some families fear Philadelphia’s plan to close schools could fuel more conflict due to overcrowded hallways and students who feel destabilized. But experts say there are solutions.

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Enrollment Decline Projected in Philly Could Lead to More School Closures

The Philadelphia school district wants to close 18 schools in the wake of falling student enrollment. But that decline is expected to continue for the next decade.