Science Leadership Academy
@slacentercity.bsky.social
Inquiry-driven project based public high school in Center City, Philadelphia, PA
Established in 2006.
http://sla.philasd.org
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 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.
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
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
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
Read more at www.tamirdharper.com
February 5, 2026 at 8:13 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
Read more at www.tamirdharper.com
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
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.
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...
Watch their speeches here!
www.youtube.com/live/LYgnzFi...
January 31, 2026 at 3:18 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...
Watch their speeches here!
www.youtube.com/live/LYgnzFi...
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!
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
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!
We will have a Post Secondary panel discussion, Financial Aid information and Standardized Testing Tips. Need more information - contact Ms. Mack for more!
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...
www.chalkbeat.org/philadelphia...
January 13, 2026 at 10:39 PM
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...
www.chalkbeat.org/philadelphia...
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!
It’s cookie decorating day! Thanks to our amazing HSA for taking care of the kids!
December 19, 2025 at 3:40 PM
It’s cookie decorating day! Thanks to our amazing HSA for taking care of the kids!
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
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.”
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
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.
Robin Benway, author of Far From the Tree, speaks to our 9th graders!
November 6, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Robin Benway, author of Far From the Tree, speaks to our 9th graders!
And more SLALLOWEEN!
October 31, 2025 at 8:22 PM
And more SLALLOWEEN!
Student Assistant Teachers hard at work helping younger students.
October 30, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Student Assistant Teachers hard at work helping younger students.
It’s the Presidential Debates!
October 23, 2025 at 5:43 PM
It’s the Presidential Debates!
Prepping for the Presidential debates in Senior American Gov’t class.
October 21, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Prepping for the Presidential debates in Senior American Gov’t class.
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
October 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
October 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
October 17, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
October 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Kids getting editing done in Digital Video class!
SLA is taking part in the CHOP 5k to support and. Atkins’ and Ms. Giknis’ families!
September 28, 2025 at 12:37 PM
SLA is taking part in the CHOP 5k to support and. Atkins’ and Ms. Giknis’ families!
It’s Prospective Student Night! #PhlEd #FindYourFit
September 25, 2025 at 9:37 PM
It’s Prospective Student Night! #PhlEd #FindYourFit