House moves Janus-enforcing bill, but a veto likely looms
For the second year in a row, state House Republicans are trying to pass a bill that would require union employers to let new hires know they can opt out… Read More
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Therapy dogs give students educational boost in schools
Because dogs give their affection unconditionally and are completely non-judgmental, it can be very helpful for students who are nervous reading aloud or have other reading difficulties to read aloud… Read More
Five reasons PA’s school property taxes are so hard to kill
School district property taxes are the ones that get the most attention from lawmakers in Harrisburg. Here are five things that stand in the way — plus a look at… Read More
Lawmakers look to crack down on youth vaping
House Bill 97 would update the law to treat vaping products – including those that don’t include nicotine – the same as tobacco products. The legislation is supported by the… Read More
Editorial: School threat system — first-month numbers show the necessity
In the first month of the program, the system received 4,900 tips and a third of them were serious enough to pass along to local police and school officials. Philadelphia… Read More
Panelist: 20% to 40% of high schoolers use e-cigarettes
An estimated 20% to 40% of high school students are Juuling, a popular and discreet e-cigarette device that teens are using, said a Northumberland County health specialist at a Wednesday… Read More
Poll Worker Recruitment
Attention Retired PA Principals Association Members! I am reaching out on behalf of county election officials to ask for your help to address a serious and growing issue in elections:… Read More
PA Principals Association Members Appointed to PASC Board of Directors
Two members of the Pennsylvania Principals Association were selected to represent high school principals throughout the commonwealth as members of the Board of Directors for the Pennsylvania Association of Student… Read More
Symposium set to discuss security
A campaign to protect safety and security of school students, teachers and staff is expected to draw 500 or more educators to Indiana this week. Presenters include experts from Indiana University… Read More
National News: Textbooks alone don’t boost test scores, study says
Replacing a math textbook is unlikely to generate large boosts in student achievement on its own, concludes a new study that stands in contrast to earlier research suggesting stronger benefits… Read More