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Early Wins for Philadelphia's First Middle College
Early Wins for Philadelphia's First Middle College
The Parkway Center City Middle College, Philadelphia’s first early/middle college, is overcoming challenges and showing positive early outcomes for students.
August 8, 2019
At a Glance
The Parkway Center City Middle College, Philadelphia’s first early/middle college, is overcoming challenges and showing positive early outcomes for students.
At Philadelphia’s Parkway Center City Middle College, students can step into a college classroom at age 14, and can earn up to 64 credits by the time they graduate.
This piece details the school’s design and early outcomes, including challenges the administration is facing and reflections from students.
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