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    Office of the Safe Schools Advocate

    I​f you have been hurt while on Philadelphia School District property or on the way to or from school, there is help.​​

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    The Office of Safe Schools Advocate (OSSA) was created to provide assistance to students and staff​ who have been physically, emotionally, sexually or financially hurt by another person or group of people while on the School District of Philadelphia property, or on the way to or from school.

    How can OSSA help my child or our family?

    You are not alone

    Contact the Office of Safe Schools Advocate

    The Office of Safe Schools Advocate is here to support you and your family.

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    Our location

    School District of Philadelphia Administration Building, 440 N. Broad St. Suite 1183​

    Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ​

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