By Philadelphia Coalition Advocating for Public Schools (PCAPS)

– In a few days, the children of Philadelphia are supposed to go back to the classroom. Unfortunately many of them will return to schools with no arts, no music, no counselors, no nurses and no supplies.

This is the Philadelphia public school system that Governor Corbett has created by denying Philadelphia’s children the resources they need to succeed. What’s worse is that our own city elected leaders have failed to secure the funding necessary to turn this crisis around.

EVENTS:

Candle Light Vigil: Sunday, September 8th at 6:30pm- 200 South Broad Street: Students parents and educators hold a candle light vigil to hold the Governor, the Mayor and city council accountable. If you plan to attend, Go to: https://www.facebook.com/events/222898804531542/?context=create

First Day of School Leafleting: Monday, September 9th: Join dozens of PCAPS activists who will sign up parents in front of schools for our fight against more school closings and for education funding. To volunteer for a school, contact Jesse Braxton at Jbraxton@actionunited.org or call 215-301-0032

City Council Opening Session: Thursday, September 12th at 10:30am- City Hall (NE Corner): Lets meet at city hall to demand Full Funding for our schools as city council resumes meeting.

Let’s start the school year off united to protect our schools, our kids and our communities!

P.S. To check out the clip, “Why Some Students Fear Heading Back to Philly Schools.”, go to: http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Why-Some-Students-Fear-Heading-Back-to-Philly-Schools-222451461.html?_osource=SocialFlowTwt_PHBrand