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== History == William Penn, founder of Pennsylvania, granted a charter for the school in 1689, establishing a Quaker institution for education in the new colony. The school has operated continuously since, though not always in the same location or under identical governance. Penn Charter's history parallels Philadelphia's development from colonial town through industrial metropolis to contemporary city, with the school educating students through every era of the city's history.<ref name="penncharter"/> The school moved to its current East Falls location in 1925, developing the campus that now serves students and faculty. Penn Charter transitioned from all-boys to coeducation in 1980, reflecting broader changes in independent school education while maintaining traditions developed over centuries. The school's Quaker affiliation continues shaping educational philosophy, community governance, and school culture, even as formal religious practice has evolved.<ref name="penncharter"/>
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