Education First, Not Facilities First

Philadelphia Councilmember At-Large Dr. Nina Ahmad has released a new article, “Education First, Not Facilities First,” condemning the School District’s proposal to close Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School.

Dr. Ahmad, a scientist by training, argues that relocating the school destroys a necessary and vital opportunity for Philadelphia students.

We urge you to help us maintain pressure on the School Board before final decisions are made.

Education First, Not Facilities First: Why Closing Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School Is Educationally Unsound