Joseph Greenberg School

Joseph J. Greenberg School
Location
600 Sharon Ln

Philadelphia
,
Pennsylvania

United States
Coordinates40°05′44″N 75°03′27″W / 40.0956308°N 75.0574145°W / 40.0956308; -75.0574145
Information
School districtSchool District of Philadelphia
PrincipalLeah Coleman
GradesK–8
EnrollmentApprox. 1,000[1]
ColorsNavy Blue, White, Green, and Yellow.        
NicknameGreenberg Bears
Websitegreenberg.philasd.org

About

Joseph Greenberg School is a K-8 National Blue Ribbon[2] awarded school in Upper Northeast Philadelphia, PA. The school was first built in 1956 by Joseph J. Greenberg,[3] an architect[4] and member of the Board of Education.

PBIS [5]

Throughout the School District of Philadelphia, PBIS is used to engage and motivate students to do better.

This section is an excerpt from Positive behavior interventions and supports.[edit]

Positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) is a set of ideas and tools used in schools to improve students' behavior. PBIS uses evidence and data-based programs, practices, and strategies to frame behavioral improvement relating to student growth in academic performance, safety, behavior, and establishing and maintaining positive school culture. PBIS tries to address the behavioral needs of at-risk students and the multi-leveled needs of all students, in an effort to create an environment that promotes effective teaching and learning in schools. Educational researchers such as Robert H. Horner believe that PBIS enhances the school staff's time for delivering effective instructions and lessons to all students.[6]

K-5th grade teachers and specialists give out points[7] for students answering questions and following the school's behavioral norms.

Behavioral Norms[5]

R-Respectful

O-On task

A-Accountable

R-Responsable

Leadership

The school is lead by Principal Leah Coleman[8] (since 2024). The school was previously lead by Principal Gina Hubbard.[7]

Home & School Association (HSA)[5]

Greenberg's Home & School Association a big part of the school's events. They mainly host $1.00 Soft Pretzel day's[9] and Dress Down days[9] (which typically fund the HSA, but if asked, they are able to fund other school activities or charities).

Uniform[10]

Greenberg's uniform consists of navy blue tops and khaki/fully-black bottoms, with some variation depending on grade and special. For grades 6th-8th, they are allowed to wear a green t-shirt with a yellow Greenberg logo. For classes with Gym as their special, they can wear a gray t-shirt with solid colored pants/shorts, and mandatory sneakers.

Classes

Classes at Greenberg include all the specials, plus the required lunch/recess, Math, ELA, Social Studies, and Science (which is only a class for 6th-8th). The school day starts at 7:30[11][12] and ends at 2:09.[11][12] There is an exception for Kindergarten where they get dismissed around 1:55 PM.[5]

Events

School-wide Events

Name Happened Held Description
Schoolastic Book Fair[13] September from ?-2026 Used to be held in the now ESOL room, but since 2024, it has been held in the auditorium.
Winter/Holiday Boutique[14][15] December from ?-2024 Used to be held in the now ESOL room, but since 2024, it has been held in the old STEM room on the 4th floor (bottom floor, one below ground). Students purchase items to gift to their friend's and family during the holiday season.
76ers Pep-Rally[16] April 20th, 2023 Held outside in the recess yard. "The pep rally at Joseph Greenberg School showcased Squad 76, mascot Franklin, and dance competitions."[17]
PSSA Pep-Rally[18] March or April from ?-at least 2024 Held in the auditorium. The principal and other school staff gather grades taking the PSSA and encourage them and give them tips for taking the test.
The ClassH-Room[10] June 3rd, 2019 WTXF-TV FOX 29 studios in Old City Philadelphia.[19] "Teachers vs. students from Joseph J. Greenberg School in the Bustleton section of Northeast Philadelphia, in a test of knowledge and skill. Host Richard Curtis. (Episode 148, 6/3/19)"[10]

Heat Pipes Breaking

On Monday, February 2nd, 2026 5 heating pipes busted open. Before school that Monday, room #309's pipe burst open. Later, room #101's pipes busted. Students were dismissed at 12:30.[20][21] Students were then virtual for the rest of the week.[22][23][24]

References

  1. ^ "Joseph Greenberg School Profile". U.S. News & World Report. Retrieved February 4, 2026.
  2. ^ "2 Philadelphia schools earn title of National Blue Ribbon Schools". 6abc Philadelphia. September 26, 2019. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  3. ^ "Our Namesake, Joseph J. Greenberg - Joseph Greenberg School". September 4, 2017. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  4. ^ "Joseph J. Greenberg | exhibits.hsp.org". digitalhistory.hsp.org. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  5. ^ a b c d "25/26 Greenberg Family Handbook". docs.google.com. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  6. ^ Horner, Robert H.; Sugai, George; Anderson, Cynthia M. (December 14, 2017). "Examining the Evidence Base for School-Wide Positive Behavior Support". Focus on Exceptional Children. 42 (8). doi:10.17161/fec.v42i8.6906. ISSN 0015-511X.
  7. ^ a b "Joseph Greenberg School Plan Draft 2023 - 2024" (PDF). greenberg.philasd.org.
  8. ^ "Our Faculty and Staff - Joseph Greenberg School". October 17, 2017. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  9. ^ a b "Greenberg HSA - Membership". www.greenberghsa.org. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  10. ^ a b c The ClassH-Room (June 3, 2019). The ClassH-Room - Joseph J. Greenberg School. Retrieved February 6, 2026 – via YouTube.
  11. ^ a b "Bell Schedule - Joseph Greenberg School". September 4, 2017. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  12. ^ a b "Policies - Joseph Greenberg School". August 4, 2017. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  13. ^ Scholastic Book Fair | Joseph J. Greenberg School - Home and School Association. Retrieved February 5, 2026 – via www.facebook.com.
  14. ^ "Holiday Boutique | Joseph Greenberg School - Home and School Association". www.facebook.com. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  15. ^ "Holiday Boutique Video | Joseph Greenberg School - Home and School Association". www.instagram.com. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  16. ^ "Sixers playoff pep rally in Philadelphia - CBS Philadelphia". www.cbsnews.com. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  17. ^ Alvarez, Alejandro (April 20, 2023). "Sixers host NBA playoffs pep rally ahead of Game 3". Inquirer.com. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  18. ^ Dana Cohen (April 21, 2022). NEW PSSA Video* SD 480p. Retrieved February 5, 2026 – via YouTube.
  19. ^ "The ClassH-Room". YouTube. Retrieved February 6, 2026.
  20. ^ "Philadelphia teachers' union blasts school district over heat issues". 6abc Philadelphia. February 3, 2026. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  21. ^ "Announcement of early dismissal on 2/2/2026". www.facebook.com. Retrieved February 6, 2026.
  22. ^ "2/3/2026 Virtual Day Announcement". www.facebook.com. Retrieved February 6, 2026.
  23. ^ "2/4/2026 Virtual Day Announcement". www.facebook.com. Retrieved February 6, 2026.
  24. ^ "2/5/2026 & 2/6/2026 Virtual Day Announcement". www.facebook.com. Retrieved February 6, 2026.


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