With just a few weeks left before summer unofficially ends — and just a few days before a solar eclipse dazzles Americans from coast to coast — #PhillyMayorThisWeek recaps five moments from the past seven days you might’ve missed in between all the summertime happenings.

Speaking of the eclipse, if you want to know more about it, be sure to check out this helpful blog from the Free Library of Philadelphia. Please, remember to wear protective eye wear.

Now, take two minutes to get updated on what’s going on in your city!

1. The City released a resource guide for those affected by domestic violence.

In fall of 2016, Mayor Kenney created a new position focusing on marshaling the City’s response to domestic violence; he appointed long-time victims’ advocate Azucena Ugarte to the position. This week, the City released a guide of free local resources to help those affected by domestic violence.

Domestic violence can happen to anyone regardless of class, race, marital status or sexual orientation. If you need help call 1-866-723-3014.

Posted by City of Philadelphia Government on Tuesday, August 15, 2017

2. Mayor Kenney announced appointment of a new director of PHLpreK.

Funded by the Philadelphia Beverage Tax, PHLpreK is the City’s free quality pre-K program. This week, Mayor Kenney announced appointment of Julie Beamon as the program’s new director. “Julie’s commitment to improving quality in the early childhood education sector, combined with her excellent track record working with pre-K providers and key stakeholders make her an excellent choice for PHLpreK director as we continue strengthening the program,” the Mayor said. PHLpreK starts in September and slots are almost entirely filled; be sure to call 844-PHL-PREK if you have a 3- or 4-year-old child and want to enroll!

3. The Mayor defended DACA on the program’s five year anniversary.

This week marked the five year anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The program, started under the Obama Administration, allows for undocumented immigrants who came to the U.S. as children, often as infants, to remain in the country under certain conditions. DACA provides rolling deferrals from deportation and work permits. President Trump has signaled his intention to end the Obama-era program. To learn more about immigration policy and Philadelphia, visit the City’s Immigration Action Guide.

4. Mayor Kenney condemned white supremacy and events in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Following a hateful display in Virginia by white supremacists and, later, a tragic attack on counter protesters that left one person, Heather Heyer, dead, Mayor Kenney released a statement condemning bigotry and violence. The Mayor also distributed information on what to do in case you encounter hatred in your neighborhood as well as resources you can use to help build a more peaceful Philadelphia.

5. The Mayor announced a new plan to put social workers in Philadelphia schools.

This week, the Mayor announced a pilot program between the City and School District to bring social workers into schools. The partnership involves 22 workers from the Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disabilities Services (DBHIDS). “This is part of our ongoing work in partnership with the School District to support our kids,” the Mayor said.

These are our schools. These are our kids. If we start using already existing City resources to help put social workers in our schools, our schools will be better places.

Posted by Mayor Jim Kenney on Thursday, August 17, 2017

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