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Philadelphia's First "Peace School"
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Taking A Stand Against Violence |
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Investing In Our Children's Future |
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Peace, Social Justice, Conflict Resolution |
Parkway Northwest High School, located at 7500 Germantown Avenue, is Philadelphia's first college preparatory public high
school committed to the principles of peace, social justice and conflict
resolution.
What Makes this School Different?
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A rigorous academic program including the study of peace, violence prevention
and social justice issues; |
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Learning conflict resolution and problem solving skills to effect positive
change, locally and globally; |
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Seminar Days to bring in local and national speakers and programs; |
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Peer Mediation program; |
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Mentors for all incoming students; |
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Academic Tours; |
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University Partnership (Arcadia University); |
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Strong parent and community ties to support the school's mission |
How Can You Get Involved?
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Sponsor an after school activity or club to support the interests and academic
needs of our student body; |
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Become a tutor or mentor for incoming ninth graders;
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Make a tax-deductible contribution to ensure the success of the school's
special programs:
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Contributions
can be made by check payable to PCCY, c/o The Peace School Initiative, 7
Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Sixth Floor, Philadelphia, Pa 19103 or by
credit card by calling 215-563-5848 x 11 |
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Advisory Committee and Supporting Organizations
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American Friends Service Committee |
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Arcadia University |
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Global Education Motivators |
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Good Shepherd Mediation Program |
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Mothers In Charge |
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Men United for Philadelphia |
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Military Families Speak Out |
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Philadelphia Anti-Violence/Anti-Drug Network |
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Philadelphia Citizens for Children and Youth |
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Physicians for Social Responsibility |
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UN Association of Philadelphia |
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Women's International League for Peace and Freedom |
For More Information:
Contact Dennis Barnebey, Education Specialist, Philadelphia Citizens for
Children and Youth at 215-563-5848 x 34 or
dennisb@pccy.org or contact Ethyl McGee, Principal, Parkway
Northwest High School at 215-248-6601 or
emcgee@phila.k12.pa
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Left Behind Military Recruiting Opt Out and
download the form.
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