As we rapidly approach the end of 2017 and the beginning of 2018, holiday shopping, light shows, and family-friendly activities are ramping up!
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In between stringing up lights and buying gifts, you might’ve missed the news, so #PhillyMayorThisWeek recaps five moments from the past seven days.
1. The City had its first snowfall of the 2017-18 season.
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2. Despite the snow, thousands of Philadelphians and visitors enjoyed the annual Army-Navy Game at Lincoln Financial Field.
Mayor Kenney attended to support both teams; Army bested Navy 14-13. The game will be in Philadelphia four of the next five years, too: 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2022.
The only cap that a Philly mayor can wear today. Thanks to our service academies for coming home to Philadelphia! #ArmyNavy2017 pic.twitter.com/1HbBL1szF5
— Jim Kenney (@PhillyMayor) December 10, 2017
3. The Mayor visited Paul Robeson High School to see firsthand the progress the school has made.
A few years ago, Robeson was slated for closure. The school has turned around and is getting national attention for its progress, including various community partnerships and a 95-percent graduation rate.
Amazing progress and hard work going on at Robeson High. So proud of these students, teachers, administrators, and families!
Posted by Mayor Jim Kenney on Wednesday, December 13, 2017
4. Mayor Kenney joined City officials to light up Boathouse Row to celebrate Hanukkah.
The famed Philly landmark along the Schuylkill will also twinkle in honor of Christmas and Kwanzaa later this month.
Celebrating the first night of Hanukkah at the Boathouse Row lighting tonight! Wishing a happy holiday to everyone celebrating. pic.twitter.com/bOadgvZ8Vv
— Jim Kenney (@PhillyMayor) December 13, 2017
5. The City released a survey about public education in Philadelphia.
As the City continues the process of returning the School District to local control, the Mayor wants parents, teachers, students, and all residents to express opinions about what is important to them.
As we continue the process of returning the School District to local control, I want to make sure that all Philadelphians are heard. Share what you want in our schools here: www.phila.gov/LocalControlSurvey
Posted by Mayor Jim Kenney on Tuesday, December 12, 2017
