Editorial: Wolf’s New Budget a Second Chance to Put Kids First

While it seems like elected officials in Harrisburg can’t reach consensus on much these days, there is one topic where agreement still can be achieved: Pennsylvania’s children. Click here for… Read More

Spring-Ford Mulls Impact of Extended State Budget Impasse

If the latest rumors are to be believed, Harrisburg’s failure to pass a budget could continue for another year, one Spring-Ford (Montgomery Co.) school official said recently. With that potential… Read More

Ask Congress to Fund the School Leader Recruitment and Support Program

Now that President Obama has submitted his Fiscal Year 2017 budget request, Congress has begun the appropriations process. Changes to federal education law under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)… Read More

Call for Presenters for 2016 PA Principals Association Conference – Deadline for Return 3/31/16

Proposals are requested for breakout session speakers for the 2016 PA Principals State Conference, Oct. 30 – Nov. 1 at The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel in State College, PA…. Read More

Editorial: Pennsylvania Governor, Legislators Need Repercussions for Not Passing Budget

It’s now the middle of February, and the 2015-16 Pennsylvania state budget is more than seven months overdue. What’s the cost? Click here for full article. Source: Meadville Tribune, Feb. 17,… Read More

Impact of Court Decision on Philly Charter Schools Extends Beyond that City’s Borders, Group Say[s]

A state Supreme Court ruling that limits the power of the commission that oversees the Philadelphia School District is viewed by others as having far-reaching ramifications on other aspects of… Read More

Charter Schools Bristle at Wolf Proposal to Give Unspent Cash to Districts

When City Charter High School invited state police to do a safety inspection of the building downtown, the agency recommended adding bullet-proof glass at the entrance for extra security. Click… Read More

Budget Squabbles Could Cost Schools PlanCon Payments

School districts across York County and beyond are awaiting repayments for construction and renovation projects through the state reimbursement system PlanCon, but this year’s stalled budget has set aside no… Read More

With No State Budget and Much Uncertainty, PA Schools Expect ‘Convoluted’ Budgeting Process

This week, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf announced a plan to dramatically increase education funding. But heading into 2016-2017 budget negotiations with the current budget still unfinished has created a funding… Read More

PA Principals Conversation with Deputy Secretary Matt Stem

The PA Principals Association and the PA School Study Council (PSSC) co-sponsored a webinar titled, “A Conversation with Matt Stem, Deputy Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education” on Thursday, Feb…. Read More