Commonwealth Education Blueprint
The Commonwealth Education Blueprint is a multiyear effort founded and managed by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) to develop and implement a statewide vision for the future of public… Read More
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Schools go increasingly digital, but there’s still a need for paper
School districts often boast about their latest digital initiatives. Sleek devices and flashy technology in classrooms abound, depending on the school. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, May 26, 2018 Full story
Governor, lawmakers aren’t panicking as state budget push nears
As the most intense part of this year’s budget season is about to get underway, it’s been remarkably quiet in the state Capitol, and policymakers say they’re hopeful that bodes… Read More
Auditor general blasts Aspira and PA charter-school law
Pennsylvania’s auditor general on Wednesday blasted Aspira Inc. of Pennsylvania’s management of four Philadelphia charter schools and a cyber charter, likening the organization to a “fox guarding the henhouse” as… Read More
Boyertown school district can let transgender students use bathroom of choice
A Berks County school district can allow transgender students to continue using bathrooms and locker rooms that correspond with their sexual identity, a federal appeals court panel ruled Thursday. Associated… Read More
No, the customer is not always right, especially in school
David Michael Slater is a veteran middle and high school teacher who now lives and teaches in Reno, Nevada. He is also the author of more than 20 books for… Read More
Boyertown transgender case to go before federal appeals court
A federal appeals court will hear arguments Thursday in a second attempt by four Boyertown School District students and their parents to temporarily suspend a policy that permits transgender students… Read More
Superintendents call on state to help manage student mental health demands
As lawmakers strain to find answers to make schools more safe, a group of superintendents came to the Capitol to talk about the challenges facing public schools recognizing and responding… Read More
PA lawmakers want to reform school construction program, but funding remains a question
The PlanCon advisory committee released and adopted recommendations Tuesday that called for streamlining the reimbursement process and creating a carve-out for schools to make needed repairs. WHYY, May 23, 2018… Read More
Lawmakers say SB 1078 will help protect schools
Pennsylvania Senate bill 1078 aims to give school administrators permission to be more tight-lipped when it comes to how they are protecting your children. Leaders say executive sessions are generally… Read More