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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education will distribute an additional $144 million this year to expand programs serving students with disabilities while allowing states, for the first time, …
Education Department Expands IDEA Funding for Disability Services Read More
JOHNSTOWN, PA — More than 600 students, educators, and community members gathered in Cambria County for an autism awareness event as state officials highlight expanded efforts to support individuals with …
600 Gather for Autism Walk as State Pushes Workforce Support Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Downingtown Area School District said it is recognizing Autism Acceptance Month in April with a series of activities aimed at promoting inclusion and understanding among students …
Downingtown School District Marks Autism Acceptance Month Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Students and staff across the Downingtown Area School District came together in a show of unity and school pride during the third annual DASD Unity Day on …
Downingtown Schools Unite for Third Annual Unity Day Celebration Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A new analysis from the Pipeline Education Fund’s School Board Spotlight project has reignited debate over politics in Pennsylvania classrooms, revealing that numerous school boards across the …
Pennsylvania School Boards Face Scrutiny Over Partisan Policies and Student Impact Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has released the latest edition of the Positive Approaches Journal, a resource dedicated to advancing support for individuals with intellectual …
Pennsylvania DHS Highlights New Research to Support Individuals with Disabilities Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) has joined Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and Representative Jared Huffman (D-CA-02) to reintroduce the IDEA Full Funding Act, aiming to correct …
John Fetterman Leads Charge to End Broken Promises for Students with Disabilities Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has announced the recent completion of the first cohort in the Accelerated Special Educator Certification program. This initiative addresses the state’s …
Be the Change! Meet Pennsylvania’s New Wave of Special Educators Transforming Classrooms Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) announced the recent graduation of 142 students from the Accelerated Special Educator Certification Program, designed to address the state’s critical shortage …
Accelerated Special Educator Program Graduates Help Address PA Teacher Shortages Read More