Position Statement on Transgender Students
The NASSP Board of Directors stated its intent to adopt the following position statement on Transgender Students on May 5. It will be open for a public comment period until… Read More
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Wolf, GOP at Odds over Teacher Layoff Bill
Gov. Tom Wolf and Republican lawmakers are at sharp odds over another education issue — teacher layoffs. Click here for full article. (Subscription may be required.) Source: Scranton Times-Tribune, May… Read More
Districts, Students React to Federal Directive on Access to School Facilities
The federal notification to schools that discomfort doesn’t justify discrimination comes as many districts are tackling issues raised by and about transgender students. Click here for full article. Source: Pittsburgh… Read More
White House to Give Schools Guidance on Transgender Access to Bathrooms
The Obama administration is issuing guidance to schools Friday, saying they must allow transgender students to use the bathroom that matches their gender identity. Click here for full article. Source:… Read More
Joint Guidance from USDOE and Justice Regarding Transgender Students
The U.S. Departments of Education and Justice released joint guidance today to help provide educators the information they need to ensure that all students, including transgender students, can attend school… Read More
New Grades 5-6 Add-on Option for Grades PK-4 Certificate Holders
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has announced that it are offering a Grades 5-6 testing add-on option for the Grades PK-4 certificate only. Interested PreK-4 teacher preparation candidates may take… Read More
Pottsgrove High School Principal Bill Ziegler Named PA Principal of the Year
A Montgomery County principal is being recognized statewide for his commitment to helping students succeed. Bill Ziegler, principal of Pottsgrove High School, has been named the 2016-17 Principal of the Year by the… Read More
Gov. Wolf Pledges to Veto Bill that Diminishes Teacher Seniority
The Pennsylvania school code says teacher layoff decisions can only be made according to who has the least seniority. Click here for full article. Source: Keystone Crossroads, May 12, 2016.
PA Supreme Court Hears Charter School Pension Case
School districts across Pennsylvania might have to cover pension debt owed by defunct charter schools. Click here for full article. Source: Morning Call, May 11, 2016.
Important Notice Regarding PlanCon Part A Filing Deadline
House Bill 1589 became law on April 25, 2016 and is now known as Act 25 of 2016. This Act includes a moratorium on new PlanCon Part A submittals received… Read More