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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education issued sweeping policy changes last week, releasing new federal data showing steep declines in student achievement while also announcing the end of …
Education Department Halts Funding for Minority-Serving Institution Grant Programs, Citing Constitutional Concerns Read More
As Pennsylvania lawmakers once again blow past their June 30 constitutional deadline, many residents might shrug. But if a full spending plan and its companion code bills are not in …
Pennsylvania’s Budget Stalemate Could Hurt Our Schools and Nonprofits — Fast Read More
As Pennsylvania’s July 1 fiscal deadline looms, Governor Josh Shapiro is pushing a $51.5 billion budget that, at first glance, looks responsible. It doesn’t raise income or sales taxes, boasts …
Shapiro’s Budget Sleight of Hand: Today’s Spending is Tomorrow’s Tax Hike Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The shockwaves from President Donald Trump’s executive order to abolish the U.S. Department of Education were felt nationwide, but perhaps nowhere more intensely than in Pennsylvania. State …
Your Kids’ Future at Risk? Pennsylvania Fights Back as Trump Dismantles Federal Education Read More
ALLENTOWN, PA — Standing in the bustling corridors of Harrison-Morton Middle School, Governor Josh Shapiro delivered a resounding message on Friday to students, educators, and families throughout Pennsylvania. Over the …
Historic Education Investments Transform Schools Across Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a move to overhaul the state’s education funding system, Pennsylvania House Representative Paul Friel, D-Chester, recently voted in committee to progress a piece of legislation, H.B. …
Pennsylvania Legislature Moves Forward with Equitable Education Funding Bill Read More
READING, PA — In a significant boost for public education in Berks County, Sen. Judy Schwank (D-Berks) has successfully secured an additional $1 million for the Reading School District and …
Sen. Schwank Boosts Educational Prospects with Additional $1.5 Million in Block Grants for Reading and Antietam School Districts Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Senators Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) and Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/Northampton) have called for urgent reforms to rectify the state’s education funding system. The senators, both members of the Basic …
Pennsylvania Senators Call for Overhaul of State’s Education System: The Time to Act is Now Read More
DELAWARE COUNTY, PA — The Basic Education Funding Commission’s recent approval of the 2024 Basic Education Funding Report has stirred up a political tempest in Pennsylvania. The contentious 8-7 vote …
Senator Kearney’s Optimism Sparks Debate on Basic Education Funding in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Yesterday, the Pennsylvania House Democratic Leaders expressed their support for a groundbreaking report and recommendations passed by the Basic Education Funding Commission. The plan outlines significant, targeted …
Pennsylvania’s Bold New Plan for Education: A Beacon of Hope or a Political Minefield? Read More