Philadelphia High School for Girls
Philadelphia High School for Girls is a historic public college‑preparatory magnet school in Philadelphia. Established in 1848, it is one of the nation’s first public schools for women. It is renowned for rigorous academics, competitive admissions, and its motto, Vincit qui se vincit.
Address: 1400 W Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19141
Phone: (215) 400-3700
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Cheyney University Twins Graduate Valedictorian, Salutatorian
Two twin sisters at Cheney University, born just three minutes apart, are sharing yet another moment together. Tia and Jasmin Criss, seniors at the oldest…
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Meet the Principal and Alumna Working to Restore Philadelphia High School for Girls’ Reputation
As both principal and an alumna of the Philadelphia High School for Girls, KaTiedra Argro plans on restoring the school’s reputation as a premier educational…
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Mural Arts Philadelphia’s 2024 Year in Review
In 2024, Mural Arts Philadelphia celebrated its 40th anniversary, reflecting on its origins and envisioning the future of public art and civic engagement in the city.…
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North Philadelphia’s Jill Scott Honored With New Mural at Alma Mater
Jill Scott, the Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter from North Philadelphia, was recently honored by Mural Arts Philadelphia with a new mural, writes Amanda Fitzpatrick for…
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Erika Alexander Way: Girls High Grad, Award-Winning Actress Honored with Street Renaming in North Philly
This year marks 40 years since award-winning actress Erika Alexander was discovered at the age of 14 while attending Freedom Theater in North Philadelphia. Fast…
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Mural Arts Philadelphia Celebrates 40th Anniversary With Mural Arts Month 2024 Theme “Roots & Reimagination”
Mural Arts Philadelphia (“Mural Arts”), alongside presenting sponsor TD Bank, has announced Mural Arts Month 2024 celebration this October, honoring its remarkable 40-year journey with…
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Philadelphia-born President of Nation’s Largest Union Spoke at the Democratic National Convention Last Week
During her address at the Democratic National Convention last week, Philadelphia High School for Girls alumn Becky Pringle, president of the National Education Association, the…
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Widener University Honors Student Winners of the 13th Annual High School Leadership Awards
Widener University, in partnership with NBC10 and Telemundo62, announced the winners of the 13th annual Widener University High School Leadership Awards. The awards recognize high…
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Four Philadelphia High Schools Recognized with Female Diversity in Computer Science Award
The College Board has bestowed four Philadelphia high schools with the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award for expanding young women’s access to computer science…
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Actress Erika Alexander, Star of New Film ‘American Fiction’ Speaks On Philly Roots, Acting Career
Actress Erika Alexander may be best known for her role as Maxine Shaw in the 1990s hit show Living Single, but she is also the…
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