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Courtesy/Karina McField / Cianie AlvaradoIn the past couple weeks, two elementary school students have managed to wander out of their respective schools unattended. Allentown School District said it's implementing a buddy system. -
Courtesy/PBS39The hourlong program starts at 6 p.m. tonight and examines the impact of plans by the Trump administration to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education and give control to state and local leaders.
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In the last year and a half, Allentown School District spent more than $1.4 million on new instruments and hired 34 educators to teach the related arts, which include band, choir and orchestra, among others. -
Ice Cream Wars is described by the Da Vinci Science Center as the 'sweetest competition in the Lehigh Valley.'
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The Lehigh Valley Audubon Society, in partnership with the Lehigh Gap Nature Center, is holding its 10th annual Christmas Bird Count for Kids on Saturday, Jan. 11.
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Knowing your child and following your instincts are most important when it comes to seeking care for sick babies and kids, says one area pediatrician.
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Allentown School District's director of child nutrition services has added more culturally diverse options to school lunch menus. Students have noticed the changes, and they're happy about it.
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From memoirs to thrillers to historic novellas, find a title that inspires among the BAPL annual list.
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The Freddy Awards aren't until May, but several theater departments have already announced their spring productions to be held in April and May.
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It is humanity's first-ever mission into the part of the sun’s upper atmosphere known as the corona.
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Young students of Roosevelt Elementary School squealed with joy when Santa Claus, Teddy Oso and Lehigh Valley IronPigs' mascot FeRROUS roamed the hallways at the annual Christmas event.
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Allentown school directors approved the 2025-26 program of studies Thursday, adding 23 new courses for secondary students across multiple subjects.
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Miller pushed approval of computers at issue during previous committee meeting.
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Community partners filled more than a dozen vehicles with toys and other gifts, bringing joy to 1,250 students at Roosevelt Elementary School.
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Existing charter schools and parents of charter students say for years they've asked the school board to expand the number of students who may attend them.
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Students from Building 21 High School pitch in to help paint and organize at Sixth Street Shelter in Allentown as part of a service learning project for the kids.
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English and social studies will eventually only have on-track and honors offerings going forward, despite students and teachers voicing opposition at recent school board meetings
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Students who are targeted because of their gender identity or sexual orientation can file a complaint with state commission.
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Dozens of students say a 6-year-old horse named Pippa lifted their spirits. Organizers tout the health and psychological benefits of equine therapy.
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Emmaus High School senior Griffin Lake has seen success in Pennsylvania and now internationally as he shoots for a career in the NCAA — and beyond
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The district decided in October to not implement the no-cost meals
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Alleged unauthorized spending sparked the concept of the possible need, and forensic audits are typically done when there are specific allegations of misconduct, according to the district's solicitor and business manager. At least one school board member voiced early opposition to the audit.
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The annual school board reorganization is among several agenda items on the docket for Thursday night.
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Carol Birks discussed safety, learning and retention at a town hall meeting Wednesday at Hays Elementary School.
