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Philly schools are getting $4 million for program that favors community-building over punitive discipline

The program has been a game changer at already-participating schools, like South Philadelphia High School.

South Philadelphia High, shown in this 2020 file photo, has implemented Relationships First successfully, seeing improved attendance and fewer disciplinary infractions.
South Philadelphia High, shown in this 2020 file photo, has implemented Relationships First successfully, seeing improved attendance and fewer disciplinary infractions.Read moreJESSICA GRIFFIN / Staff Photographer