Wolf on Budget; Wary of Repeal
Gov. Tom Wolf said he’s excited to unveil his new budget to the state legislature and the commonwealth on Feb. 7. Click here for full article. Source: Philadelphia Tribune, Jan…. Read More
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Analysis Shows Hidden Snags in PA School Property Tax Elimination Bill
Most polls show voters in favor of any effort in Harrisburg to enact property tax reform, or eliminate them completely. With legislators once again raising the hope it will be… Read More
Substitute Teacher Shortage an Ongoing Problem for Western Pennsylvania Schools
Schools across Westmoreland County face a common challenge every morning, with many administrators struggling to fill day-to-day teacher absences with an adequate number of substitutes. Click here for full article…. Read More
Gov. Wolf’s Challenge: How To Balance PA Budget Without Broad Tax Increase
Looks like Gov. Wolf has his wish. As he starts the second half of his four-term as governor, Wolf gets to tackle a rather serious state budget turnaround effort. Click… Read More
Grim New Forecast Sees Nearly $3B Budget Gap In Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania’s grim state budget forecast is getting gloomier. Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf and the Republican-controlled Legislature are facing a potential shortfall of nearly $3 billion through next summer, based on… Read More
Devos Says She Will Protect Students With Disabilities, But Advocates Aren’t Convinced
Betsy DeVos, President Trump’s nominee for education secretary, has promised that she would enforce federal laws meant to protect students with disabilities, a move meant to reassure senators, advocates and… Read More
Independent Report Shows PA Revenues Down Yet Again
Just about two weeks before the governor gives his annual budget address, the state’s Independent Fiscal Office has released an updated revenue report. Click here for full article. Source: WITF.org,… Read More
Making the Case for Education
The school choice debate in Pennsylvania may come to the foreground this legislative session with new Senate Education Committee Chairman John H. Eichelberger Jr., R-Blair, promising an aggressive agenda to… Read More
Pittsburgh Public Schools Declares Itself ‘Sanctuary’ Campus
The board of the Pittsburgh Public Schools unanimously passed a resolution tonight declaring itself a “sanctuary” campus. Immigration agents would not be permitted on school grounds without permission from the… Read More
Student-Run Cafe Wins State Recognition
Warrior Run High School students and staff members have been recognized by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association for the success of the district’s vocational program. Click here for full article…. Read More