Pennsylvania health officials highlight mental health in schools
The holidays can be a trying time of year when it comes to mental health for people of all ages. State education officials spent the day at a school in… Read More
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New PA graduation requirements have five pathways
Pennsylvania high school seniors must complete one of five new pathways outlined in Act 158 to earn a diploma and demonstrate career and/or college readiness. Click here for full article…. Read More
How schools are handling TikTok challenges
From “devious licks” to “swatting,” TikTok challenges are causing disruptions – including vandalization, theft and false police reports – in schools around the country. Click here for full article. Source: U.S.News &… Read More
Snow days or remote learning? Bad weather no longer means cancelling classes
On the heels of the COVID-19 pandemic, some school districts say the traditional snow day is a thing of the past. Other districts still have allowances for conventional snow days,… Read More
NCES survey indicates teachers overworked during the pandemic as schools struggled to fill vacancies
Full-time teachers worked, on average, about 14 hours more than they were contracted for, and many also worked jobs outside of the school system during the first full school year… Read More
With PIAA’s new NIL legislation comes potential pitfalls that worry coaches, executives
While Lombardi and the PIAA seem optimistic, many coaches and athletic directors throughout the state have plenty of reservations. And despite having little to no time to prepare, the challenges… Read More
Ed Dept updates ESSER FAQ as spending reaches halfway mark
Updated guidance from the U.S. Department of Education for state and district spending of $189.5 billion in federal COVID-19 emergency funding provides more details on allowances and restrictions for outlays,… Read More
A year in review: Exclusive sit-down interview with PA Acting Secretary of Education
CBS 21 News’ Samantha York sat down one-on-one with Acting Secretary of Education Eric Hagarty, to look back on the major changes education has undergone in the last 12 months…. Read More
PIAA approves Name, Image and Likeness policy, allowing high school athletes to earn money through endorsements
But the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association remained proactive Wednesday with the passing of its Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) policy. Pennsylvania is the 21st state to adopt NIL. Click here… Read More
NWEA indicates full academic rebound likely five or more years away
Students in grades 3-8 are closing reading and math achievement gaps caused by pandemic disruptions to learning. But for some students — particularly those in the lower and upper end… Read More