The healthtech company’s head of people shares how features like small cohorts, Outward Bound excursions and “accountability buddies” make the retention-minded program effective. by Jen McClintic, head of the people team at NeuroFlow in Center City, Philadelphia July 12, 2023 As world-changing innovations bubble up from shared workspaces, home offices and huddle rooms around the… READ MORE >

By Tom Waring May 18, 2023 Ten Northeast High School students just spent five days canoeing at the Delaware Water Gap – with no cell phones or traditional ways to cook, sleep and go to the bathroom – and they loved it. Even during a few days when bugs, hornets and a canoe tip replaced… READ MORE >

Chanel Hill TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER Apr 18, 2023 Crystal Edwards never saw herself having a career in education. In fact, she wanted to be the next Oprah Winfrey. “I was a communications major at Temple University,” Edwards said. “During my senior year, I got an internship at ABC. I worked on ‘Philly After Midnight’ with… READ MORE >

Trauma specialists at Philly schools take on an aerial challenge to better connect and build trust. By Ella Lathan April 6, 2023 A group of 25 Philly school leaders spent part of their spring break learning how to work as a team while conquering their fears high above East Fairmount Park. The group from the Office… READ MORE >

December 13, 2022 People worldwide have always taken interest in the British royal family. For some, this is driven by a passion for history or for politics, governance and succession. For others the interest comes from appreciation for strong female role models. For a number of people, it is the intrigue of experiencing the kings,… READ MORE >

Chanel Hill Tribune Staff Writer November 15, 2022 When Danielle Merritt went on a school trip at Beeber Middle School in the early 1990s, she never thought how that trip would change her life. Merritt, who is currently the assistant principal at the Samuel W. Pennypacker School, was among a group of 40 Philadelphia public… READ MORE >

The Metro Philadelphia Education Power Players list recognizes individuals and organizations with innovative ideas and strategies for tackling systemic challenges in education. These Power Players are working to create greater access to quality education, foster collaboration between schools and communities, support the long-term success of all students, and ensure that every student is learning. POBS… READ MORE >