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Science Leadership Academy
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Inquiry-driven project based public high school in Center City, Philadelphia, PA

Established in 2006.

http://sla.philasd.org
Today, we honor Katherine (Hunt) Black, Class of 2014. Katherine is an executive at Vanguard. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate from Eastern University after having received a Masters from Drexel University, a Masters from Eastern University and her Bachelors Degree from Colby College.
February 12, 2026 at 8:43 PM
Today, we honor Manna-Symone Middlebrooks, Class of 2013. Manna-Symone is the Touring Director of the Tony Award winning play, Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. As a senior, she created “Blinding Silence” - a play examining the intersection of race, media and society. For more visit: manna-simone.com
February 9, 2026 at 8:24 PM
We honor Tamir Harper, Class of 2018. Tamir has dedicated himself to improving public education. While at SLA, Tamir co-founded and led UrbEd Advocates. He has been a Philly educator and advocate. Today, Tamir is an executive at Philadelphia Academies.

Read more at www.tamirdharper.com
February 5, 2026 at 8:13 PM
Today, we honor Sinnea Douglas, class of 2011. She received her B.A. from Ursinus College and her Masters from Louisiana State University. Today, Sinnea is a founding special education teacher at NursesMC, a new high school dedicated to preparing students for medical careers in Nashville, TN.
February 2, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Mr. Lehmann welcomes Dr. Debora Carrera - Chief Education Officer for the City of Philadelphia - to kick off EduCon for all the attendees!

Watch their speeches here!

www.youtube.com/live/LYgnzFi...
January 31, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Class of 2027 families - join us for Junior College Night - January 21st at 5:30!

We will have a Post Secondary panel discussion, Financial Aid information and Standardized Testing Tips. Need more information - contact Ms. Mack for more!
January 17, 2026 at 9:39 AM
We are so proud of SLA - Center City alum and SLA@Beeber teacher Gina Dukes for the incredible work she does in SLA@Beeber's CTE Teacher Education Program!

www.chalkbeat.org/philadelphia...
January 13, 2026 at 10:39 PM
It’s cookie decorating day! Thanks to our amazing HSA for taking care of the kids!
December 19, 2025 at 3:41 PM
It’s cookie decorating day! Thanks to our amazing HSA for taking care of the kids!
December 19, 2025 at 3:40 PM
We are so excited for the launch of our HSA Presents speaker series - Prof. B. Janet Hibbs and Dr. Anthony Rostain - speaking on “The Stressed Years of their Lives.”
November 19, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Congratulations to SLA senior, Medjine Valbrun! She was selected as one of five winners in Philadelphia Financial Scholars' Citywide Competition: PSA to Inspire Saving! She created a powerful PSA designed to motivate teens to save for their goals.
November 17, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Robin Benway, author of Far From the Tree, speaks to our 9th graders!
November 6, 2025 at 5:14 PM
And even more SLALLOWEEN!!!! #SLA
October 31, 2025 at 8:38 PM
And more SLALLOWEEN!
October 31, 2025 at 8:22 PM
More SLALLOWEEN!!! #SLA
October 31, 2025 at 8:12 PM
It's SLALLOWEEN!!! Halloween is always one of #SLA's favorite days!
October 31, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Student Assistant Teachers hard at work helping younger students.
October 30, 2025 at 6:30 PM
It’s the Presidential Debates!
October 23, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Prepping for the Presidential debates in Senior American Gov’t class.
October 21, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
October 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
October 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
October 17, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
October 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
SLA is taking part in the CHOP 5k to support and. Atkins’ and Ms. Giknis’ families!
September 28, 2025 at 12:37 PM
It’s Prospective Student Night! #PhlEd #FindYourFit
September 25, 2025 at 9:37 PM