Community Conversations: At a Crossroads
Community Conversations: At a Crossroads — School Closures, Community Priorities, and the Future of Philly Students
Community Conversations is a citywide series hosted by Every Voice Every Vote. These gatherings bring residents, leaders, and partners together to build connections, share lived experiences, and turn community research into solution-focused dialogue.
Philadelphia is at a defining moment for its education system. As the School District of Philadelphia considers potential school closures and consolidation, this conversation will create space for residents, community leaders, journalists, and policy advocates to explore how these decisions may impact the issues communities consistently identify as priorities. From school funding and teacher retention to facilities modernization and student supports, this is an opportunity to engage in thoughtful dialogue about the future of Philadelphia’s students and schools.
Join us:
📅 Tuesday, March 24, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Germantown SDA Church, 200 E Cliveden St, Philadelphia, PA 19119
light refreshments will be served promptly at 5:30 PM.
We are proud to partner with PA Youth Vote, We Talk Weekly, Germantown SDA Church, and WURD for this important conversation.
What This Conversation Will Explore
• The potential impact of school closures and consolidation on Philadelphia communities
• How education priorities like funding, teacher retention, facilities, and student supports are shaping decision-making
• What residents are calling for in this moment and where alignment or tension exists
• How communities, policymakers, and advocates can work together to shape a more equitable future for Philadelphia’s students
Moderator and featured speakers will be announced soon.
Special Thanks to Our Generous Donors:
25th Century Foundation
Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation
Comcast NBC Universal
Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation
Henry L. Kimelman Family Foundation
Judy and Peter Leone
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation
The Lenfest Institute for Journalism
Philadelphia Health Partnership
William Penn Foundation
Wyncote Foundation