Philadelphia School District Overhauls Misconduct Investigation Process

New reforms have reduced case backlogs by 87%, improved transparency, and addressed longstanding issues in reassignment rooms.

The Philadelphia School District has implemented a formal intake process, daily attendance tracking, and weekly case monitoring for teachers under investigation.
Reforms have led to an 87% reduction in prolonged investigations since July 2024, with most cases now resolved within 60 or 90 days.
The overhaul addresses years of criticism over poor conditions in reassignment rooms, including reports of bedbugs and lack of oversight.
Transparency improvements include notifying teachers of the reasons for reassignment and providing updates on case timelines.
The changes follow a January 2025 call for hearings by Councilmember Isaiah Thomas, who has praised the district's progress.