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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
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Save your apples for another day because Dunkin’s is giving teachers what they really want on World Teachers’ Day – free coffee! On Thursday, October 5, Dunkin’ …
Dunkin’ Treats Educators to a Coffee Break on World Teachers’ Day Read More
As the new school year begins, the Internal Revenue Service is reminding teachers and other educators that they’ll be able to deduct up to $300 of out-of-pocket classroom expenses for …
IRS: Teachers Can Deduct Up to $300 on Classroom Expenses for 2023 Tax Returns! Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) announced that processing timelines for In-State Level I certificates have been reduced by approximately 10 weeks since last year. The Department also …
PA Department of Education Boosts Certification Speed and Transparency, Cutting Wait Times by 10 Weeks Read More
MEDIA, PA — The Delaware County Council has granted funding for a groundbreaking Teacher Education Program that aims to equip aspiring education leaders with the necessary training. This innovative two-year …
Delaware County Council Funds Groundbreaking Teacher Education Program Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Bonnie Friedman Scholarship Fund is commemorating the remarkable life and lasting impact of Bonnie Friedman, a beloved educator in the Downingtown School District for 22 …
Isabella Terra: Recipient of the 2023 Bonnie Friedman Scholarship and Future Educator Extraordinaire Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Rep. Paul Friel, D-Chester, announced he will soon introduce the Freedom to Read Act, which would protect the first amendment rights of students and provide direction for …
Freedom to Read Act: Protecting First Amendment Rights of Students Amidst Book Challenges in Schools Read More
EXTON, PA — Citadel Credit Union has recognized 31 Greater Philadelphia teachers for going above and beyond and truly “building strength in education.” The company has awarded the winners over $58,000 in grants and the prestigious …
Citadel Credit Union Awards $58,000 in Grants to 31 Standout Philadelphia Area Teachers Read More PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education is offering grants worth $1.5 million to create career opportunities for paraprofessionals in the special education field. Intermediate units that partner with community …
Pennsylvania Department of Education Offers $1.5M Grants to Create Career Pathways for Special Education Paraeducators Read More