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WAWA, PA — Wawa, Inc. has announced a new initiative called “Cheers to Classrooms,” offering free any size hot coffee and fountain beverages to teachers and school staff. This promotion …
Wawa Launches ‘Cheers to Classrooms’ with Free Beverages for Educators Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — As Pennsylvania grapples with an increasing number of teacher vacancies, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Representative Mike Schlossberg yesterday rallied educators and advocates to support “Grow …
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Push for ‘Grow Your Own Educator’ Programs to Combat Teacher Shortages Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — In a heartwarming evening filled with pride and gratitude, the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) hosted its Annual Awards Celebration on May 9, 2024, spotlighting the remarkable …
Chester County Educators and Staff Honored at Annual Awards Celebration Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) recently unveiled the names of 12 exceptional educators nominated for the prestigious 2025 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year award, placing a …
Downingtown Middle School’s Anne Fisher Among Finalists for 2025 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year 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
WEST CHESTER, PA — In a celebration of academic excellence, West Chester University (WCU) conferred the esteemed Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award to Simon Condliffe, a professor of economics and finance, …
West Chester University Economics Professor Honored with Prestigious Lindback Teaching Award Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration has announced a pioneering effort to combat the ongoing staffing shortages in Pennsylvania schools. A $379,000 grant has been awarded to Central Susquehanna Intermediate …
Innovative Apprenticeship Program Aims to Address Pennsylvania’s Teacher Shortage Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania’s Secretary of Education, Dr. Khalid N. Mumin, announced on Monday that Ashlie Crosson, an educator at Mifflin County School District, has been awarded the prestigious title of …
Ashlie Crosson of Mifflin County School District Crowned 2024 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year Read More
EXTON, PA — Citadel Credit Union, headquartered in Chester County, Pennsylvania, has officially opened the nomination period for its annual Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program. The nomination window will …
Citadel Credit Union Opens Nominations for Annual Heart of Learning Awards Read More PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) recently launched a new website to provide resources and information to individuals interested in becoming educators in the Commonwealth. The website includes testimonials …
Pennsylvania Department of Education Launches New, Improved Website to Recruit Teachers Read More