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PHILADELPHIA, PA — Senator Christine Tartaglione announced this week that schools within the 2nd Senatorial District are set to receive $2,433,052 through state-funded safety grants. This financial infusion is aimed …
Philadelphia Schools Secure Over $2.4 Million in Safety Grants, Championing a Secure Learning Environment Read More
BRYN MAWR, PA — Bryn Mawr College recently announced the appointment of Wendy Cadge, a distinguished sociologist and authority on contemporary American religion, as its next president, set to take …
Bryn Mawr College Appoints Wendy Cadge as Its 10th President Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a push to bolster after-school learning and support services across the Commonwealth, the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) announced the allocation of more than $27 million …
Pennsylvania Allocates Over $27 Million to Enhance After-School Programs Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A groundbreaking initiative in Pennsylvania is poised to revolutionize the way Unemployment Compensation (UC) claimants receive assistance while simultaneously providing valuable job experience to individuals with disabilities.
Revolutionizing Unemployment Assistance: A Fresh Approach in Pennsylvania Read More
LANCASTER, PA — In a significant move to reshape the landscape of higher education in Pennsylvania, state and federal education leaders convened at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology to spotlight …
Pennsylvania’s Bold Blueprint: Transforming Higher Education for Economic Growth and Accessibility Read More
HERSHEY, PA — At the Hershey Lodge & Convention Center, educators and policymakers gathered for the annual Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Data Summit. Over three days, from March 11 …
Harnessing the Power of Data: A New Era for Public Education in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a sweeping statement, Pennsylvania Senator Lindsey M. Williams declared war on cyber charter schools, calling for the immediate halting of their expansion after expressing deep-rooted concerns …
Senator Lindsey M. Williams Calls for Moratorium on Approval of New Cyber Charter Schools Amidst Ongoing Criticism Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In response to the escalating teacher shortage crisis in Pennsylvania, Senator Hughes convened a significant coalition of lawmakers, education leaders, and teacher advocates on Saturday. The press …
A Call to Action: Pennsylvania Rallies Against Teacher Shortage Crisis Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Governor Shapiro unveiled a sweeping budget proposal yesterday aimed at improving access to quality education for all students in the state, from kindergarteners to college seniors.
Gov. Shapiro’s Bold Budget Proposal: A New Era for Education in Pennsylvania? Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Secretary Nancy A. Walker of the Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) is reminding Pennsylvanians who received Unemployment Compensation (UC) benefits in 2023 to keep an eye …
Pennsylvanians Receiving Unemployment Benefits Urged to Look Out for Essential Tax Document Read More