PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. William Hite is asking Congress for funding help. He is one of 62 school superintendents across the country who signed a letter to lawmakers.
Hite says any money would help pay for digital learning, student meals and support services.
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He said he is grateful for all of the donations the district has received, but says it simply is not enough.
The district is already projecting a $38 million revenue shortfall for the next fiscal year.
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