WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) today announced that the U.S. Department of Labor has awarded $15,033,797 to seven schools in Philadelphia to reduce violence and improve educational outcomes.
“Ensuring our children receive a quality education in a safe environment is vital to the future strength of our communities and our nation,” said Senator Casey. “I am pleased to see funds going to the Philadelphia schools most in need of support in order to prevent violence and promote a nurturing education system.”
The federal grants will be used to reduce violence and support educational opportunities within these schools through strategies such as anti-bullying education, peer mentoring and crisis management. Expected outcomes for the initiative include decreased dropout rates, a reduction in school violence and improved student behavior and academic performance.
Funds have been awarded to the following schools in the School District of Philadelphia:
|
School |
Amount |
|
Germantown High School |
$2,312,892 |
|
John Bartram High School |
$2,312,892 |
|
Overbrook High School |
$2,312,892 |
|
Thomas FitzSimons High School |
$2,312,892 |
|
University City High School |
$2,312,892 |
|
West Philadelphia High School |
$2,312,892 |
|
Abraham Lincoln High School |
$1,156,445 |
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