Penn GSE News
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August 10, 2022
a student reads a book

Penn GSE camp counselors share their experiences supporting Philly kids over the summer

A team of emerging Penn GSE professionals earned valuable on-the-ground training as counselors this summer, teaching kids tools such as breathing, mindfulness, and motivation.

Philadelphia Impact
Counseling & Psychology
Penn GSE News
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August 9, 2022
teacher in front of a math classroom

From summer camp to game-filled festivals, Penn GSE makes math meaningful for West Philly kids

Funded by the National Science Foundation, the Responsive Math Training project shows Philadelphia teachers and students how rewarding math can be.

Philadelphia Impact
Teaching & Learning
Penn GSE News
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August 5, 2022
a teacher reads a book in a virtual classroom

Virtual kindergarten program keeps Philly kids smiling — and sets them up for success

It's not easy to get a room full of 5-year-olds to pay attention. It's even trickier when the 5-year-olds are in 25 different rooms.

Philadelphia Impact
Education Policy & Analysis
Teaching & Learning
Penn GSE News
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August 3, 2022

Focused on the fun side of learning, Penn GSE's holistic summer program preps kids for the school year

In its second year, the Office of School and Community Engagement's six-week summer program helps students with both academic difficulties and socio-emotional struggles.

Philadelphia Impact
Teaching & Learning
Penn GSE News
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July 27, 2022
kids fly drones at Hamilton Elementary

At a STEM-driven summer program, middle schoolers pilot drones to learn about coding and computing

The Penn GSE program shows West Philadelphia middle schoolers how to steer drones through spacious classrooms at Hamilton Elementary and the Penn Alexander School.

Philadelphia Impact
Race, Equity & Inclusion
Penn GSE News
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July 25, 2022
a Penn GSE apprentice teaches kids

UTAP apprentices get to know Philly — and its libraries — by working with local families this summer

The summer intro program shows Penn GSE students around West Philadelphia, building cohort camaraderie along the way.

Teaching & Learning
Penn GSE News
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July 22, 2022
a group of social studies teachers raising their hands

At DISCUSS Summer Institute, emerging teachers learn how to lead tough conversations about history and current events

The collaboration between Penn GSE and Temple University focuses on the facilitation skills needed to talk to students about history, civics, politics, and policy.

Teaching & Learning
Penn GSE News
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July 13, 2022

Penn GSE professor helps author first national guidelines for Integrated Student Support

The Center for Benefit-Cost Studies of Education joined leading experts and practitioners to provide guidance on comprehensive student support to schools, districts, and policy makers.

Education Policy & Analysis
Penn GSE News
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July 7, 2022
The cover of the Spring 2022 issue of The Penn GSE Magazine. A disc with four images of educators and students has the title “Fueling Educational Leadership Across The Lifespan” in the center. Other headlines read “Alumni Shaping the Workforce,” “Asking Questions and Building Bridges,” and “Professional Growth through Collaboration.”

Leadership across the lifespan: Read the Spring 2022 issue of The Penn GSE Magazine

The Spring 2022 issue of The Penn GSE Magazine spotlights leadership from preK–12 through the workforce, master’s students expanding opportunities for learners, Penn GSE’s building expansion, and more. 

Penn GSE News
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June 27, 2022
People hold signs in favor of DACA at a rally

DACA recipients have thrived in school and work, but new applicants face uncertain future

Studies and anecdotal evidence point to a correlation between DACA and professional, educational, and financial success. The program, designed as a stopgap solution, may not extend beyond its first generation of applicants. 

Race, Equity & Inclusion
Education Policy & Analysis
Penn GSE News
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June 22, 2022
Five attendees at the GSE Celebration

Penn GSE’s Celebration of Educators honors 6 alumni, highlights need for expanded access

Higher Education
Alumni
Penn GSE News
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June 17, 2022
Saryu Sanghani and Leland McGee holding their awards

Celebrating the 2022 Penn GSE Annual Award recipients

Commencement 2022 brings with it a host of honors, recognitions, and awards.

Penn GSE News
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June 10, 2022
Three generations of women

Penn GSE graduates a third-generation leader for its renowned Penn Literacy Network

Running the impactful Penn Literacy Network is truly a family affair. Lara Paparo, the program’s associate director, was recently awarded her doctorate of education from Penn GSE, making her the third generation in the family to achieve an Ed.D. here.

Language, Literacy & Culture
Penn GSE News
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June 9, 2022

Amid teacher shortage, Penn GSE experts weigh in

#PennGSEExperts Pam Grossman and Richard M. Ingersoll were interviewed for a recent Philadelphia Inquirer article about the looming crisis. Between 30 and 50 percent of new teachers now leave the profession after their first five years.

Education Policy & Analysis
Leadership
Teaching & Learning
Special Topic: COVID-19
Penn GSE News
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May 27, 2022
Photograph of mural depicting a group of students above the following quote: "Celebrate the highs. Hold on during the lows. They all have purpose."

New mural helps unite a school

A new mural at a Philadelphia-area high school is more than a colorful work of art. It’s the product of a hands-on learning experience that helped unite a local school community while promoting mental health. Penn GSE’s Consortium for Mental Health and Optimal Development was instrumental in designing the project and bringing partners together.

Philadelphia Impact
Counseling & Psychology
Special Topic: COVID-19
Jonathan Zimmerman, Penn GSE
Penn GSE News
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May 18, 2022

Professor Jonathan Zimmerman wins prestigious literary award

Penn GSE's Jonathan Zimmerman and editorial cartoonist Signe Wilkinson are recognized for their contribution to the conversation about free speech. 

Language, Literacy & Culture

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