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🧭 Your Guide to Navigating Philly Schools
🏫 Empowering Philly families to make informed education decisions.
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🎖️ We are thrilled to officially name Russell Byers Charter School as our first School That Inspires of 2026-27!

🌟 Byers is a PreK-8th grade charter school in Center City Philadelphia committed to fostering civic responsibility, academic excellence, and an affinity for community service in honor of its namesake.

Founded in 2001 by Laurada Byers, Russell Byers Charter School is a living tribute to the late Philadelphia Daily News columnist, Russell Byers. Today, in its 25th year, RBCS enrolls more than 700 students from over 37 neighborhoods across Philadelphia at its Arch Street campus.

👉 Swipe to discover the story of Russell Byers Charter School.
🧭 Be on the lookout in the coming weeks as we continue to highlight what makes Byers such an incredible place to learn!

#phillyschools #schoolsthatinspire #russellbyers #charterschool #philadelphiacharters by @phillyschoolscompass

🎉 That’s a wrap on the 2026 K-12 Philly School Fair!

Thousands of Philly families came together to explore school options, connect with educators, ask questions, and get ready for the 2027–28 school selection season. 🏫💙

From the 168 district, charter, private, and faith-based schools to application resources and hands-on activities, the Fair brought Philadelphia’s school community together under one roof. Thank you to the families, schools, community organizations, volunteers, and partners who made this year’s Fair possible. We are especially grateful to our sponsors: Cozen O’Connor, M Movement, Mastery Charter School, Barra Foundation, and the School District of Philadelphia. We’ll see you next year! 🎓✨

🔎 Couldn’t make it to the Fair this year? No worries! Keep exploring your options at phillyschoolscompass.org, where you can find comprehensive profiles on 400+ Philly schools of all grades and types.

📷 @randijunephoto by @phillyschoolscompass

Another incredible K-12 Philly School Fair in the books! ✅🔥🎊

HUGE thank you to all of our school partners for showing up to support Philly students. 👏 Your presence helped thousands of families learn about their various options and how to apply for next school year!

🔎 Couldn’t make it to the Fair this year? No worries! Keep exploring your options at phillyschoolscompass.org, where you can find comprehensive profiles on 400+ Philly schools of all grades and types! by @phillyschoolscompass

🚨T-minus THREE WEEKS until the School District of Philadelphia’s 2027-28 school selection application closes! Swipe to learn more about the process 👉

🗓️ Apply by Tuesday, November 24th at 11:59 PM. Remember, this is the District’s ONLY application window for the 2027-28 school year. Don’t miss your chance to apply! by @phillyschoolscompass

Applying to Philly charter schools this year? Swipe to learn more about Apply Philly Charter’s Rank and Match system 👉

On Apply Philly Charter, you can:
✔️ Apply to up to 15 schools
✔️ Rank lottery schools in order of preference
✔️ Be considered to your highest-ranked school possible through the lottery
⏰ Pre-deadline applications close on January 15, 2027. Apply now at applyphillycharter.org! by @phillyschoolscompass

🎖️🏙️ At Russell Byers Charter School, students are empowered to take responsibility for their learning so that they can become powerful communicators, creative problem solvers, and compassionate, engaged citizens.

🌟 We’re excited to continue our spotlight on Byers, where academic goals are linked to adventure, service work, teamwork, and character development.

👉 Swipe to discover the story of Russell Byers Charter School’s EL education model, which most recently led over 50 eighth-graders to a five-day backpacking excursion through the Delaware Water Gap!

🧭 Be on the lookout in the coming weeks as we continue to highlight what makes Byers such an inspiring place to learn.

#phillyschools #schoolsthatinspire #russellbyers #phled by @phillyschoolscompass

📚 The School District of Philadelphia’s school selection process for 2027-28 closes in less than one month!

The school selection process gives students in Pre-K through 11th grade the chance to apply to District schools other than their neighborhood assignment. Applications close on November 24, 2026 at 11:59 PM.

🆘 Need help with your student’s application? Join the District at an Application Assistance Lab for hands-on support. Find dates, locations and more information at philasd.org/findyourfit. by @phillyschoolscompass

🆘 Need help with your 2027-28 school selection application for the School District of Philadelphia? Join the District at an Application Assistance Lab for hands-on support. Find dates, locations and more information at philasd.org/findyourfit.

The school selection process gives students in Pre-K through 11th grade the chance to apply to District schools other than their neighborhood assignment. Applications close on November 24, 2026 at 11:59 PM. by @phillyschoolscompass

Philadelphia’s school selection season for 2027-28 is in full swing! Swipe to learn about all of your K-12 school options, and how to apply to them.

Need help sorting through your options? Use search filters on phillyschoolscompass.org to narrow down schools by grade, school type, and region! by @phillyschoolscompass

❓ Need assistance navigating school selection in Philadelphia? Look no further! Join us for an in-person School Navigation Workshop next Wednesday, October 21st to explore school options, get application support, and ask questions to staff from the School District of Philadelphia and Apply Philly Charter!

👉🔗 Register at bit.ly/school-navigation to join us from 12-2 PM at the Community College of Philadelphia. by @phillyschoolscompass

We’re still smiling at all the joy from the 2026 K-12 Philly School Fair 🙌 Thousands of Philly families. 180+ schools. All in one place, on one day! We hope the Fair was one big step toward finding a school that supports your child’s needs.

Weren’t able to make it to the Fair? No sweat! Visit phillyschoolscompass.org to explore profiles of all 450+ schools in Philadelphia, and use our search filters to narrow down your options. by @phillyschoolscompass

❓ Need assistance navigating school selection in Philadelphia? Look no further! Join us for an in-person School Navigation Workshop next Wednesday, October 21st to explore school options, get application support, and ask questions to staff from the School District of Philadelphia and Apply Philly Charter!

👉🔗 Register at bit.ly/school-navigation to join us from 12-2 PM at the Community College of Philadelphia. by @phillyschoolscompass