The Edison experiment: wonder what the for-profit company intends to do with Philadelphia's schools? Take a look at Chester
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Edison Schools started managing the educational system in Chester, PA, in summer 2001. It is investing very heavily in the schools for which it is responsible, but its aim is to make large profits in the long term. It seems likely that this company will go on to manage schools in Philadelphia, PA.
Publisher: Philadelphia Magazine
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 2001
Management, Schools, Public schools, Edison Schools, Chester, Pennsylvania
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 2001
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Is Tony Goldman for real?
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Property developer Tony Goldman has invested $16 million dollars to purchase 21 adjoining properties in Philadelphia, PA, for redevelopment. He has previously regenerated SoHo and South Beach in Miami, FL.
Publisher: Philadelphia Magazine
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1999
Investments, Buildings and facilities, Cities and towns, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Miami Beach, Florida, Civic improvements, Goldman, Toni
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1999
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