The end of summer is here and it’s time for children and their parents to think about heading back to school. Back to school shopping is a favorite activity of many young people but parents often feel the pressure if  they cannot afford much of what their child needs. Thankfully there are several organizations, churches […]

A Barber took part in Dubuque's Back to School Bash in Comiskey Park on Saturday to give free haircuts to children who read books to him

One of the smart ways to shop for school supplies is to first eliminate the guesswork by getting a list from your child’s teacher ahead of time instead of waiting until school starts to find out what’s actually required.  The teacher may recommend specific brands, sizes, or quantities, but even if the list isn’t available, […]

 Adjusting to college life can be difficult for students transitioning from high school, and even for those who are older students. While there may be some bumps along the way, here are 10 things to help make the transition easier once you’re on campus.  MAINTAIN A COLLEGE BUDGET While students and parents are aware of the […]

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It’s time to get ready to go back-to-school, Roland Martin and Christen Rochon of  DivasAndDorks.com break down on all the best tech for the new school year…

OldSchool100.3 Presents “Back to School Cuts! Join us Tuesday, September 3rd from 10am-3pm At the Philadelphia Hair Company – 5805 Germantown Avenue Giving away 300 FREE haircuts to the 1st 300 kids 18 and under There will be Bookbag and school supply giveaways and we are raffling off $50 Visa Gift Cards every hour courtesy of Western Union […]

As sad as it is, summer is coming to an end and the dreaded days of classes and studying is creeping up on us. However, preparing for a new school year isn’t completely horrible. New school year means new clothes and accessories! (Or if you just want to treat yourself for the new season.) My […]

107.9 WRNB, the School District of Philadelphia and Forman Mills helped hundreds get ready to get back to school last Friday (August 5th) at South Philadelphia High School. The Tom Joyner Back to School Education Extravaganza featured on-site information booths, educational workshops, free school supplies, and book bags. Plus, there was a Forman Mills Fashion […]

(EURWEB)  President Obama will give his second “back-to-school” message to the nation’s students today — and this year, it’s controversy-free. The speech — to be delivered at Julia R. Masterman Laboratory and Demonstration School in Philadelphia — encourages students to make the most of their education opportunities. “Nobody gets to write your destiny but you,” […]

On Friday, August 6th, the School District of Philadelphia, 107.9 WRNB and sister stations 100.3 The Beat and Praise 103.9 hosted 50,000 during the annual Family and Community Back to School Block Party at the School District’s Education Center. Roland Martin from “The Tom Joyner Morning Show” and CNN was even in attendance! Over 10,000 […]