Budget Work Starts (Again) in Harrisburg
The start of budget hearings today will signal a new and likely contentious phase of a political fight that started a year ago. Click here for full article. (Subscription may… Read More
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Editorial: The Hidden Costs of Pennsylvania’s Long-Running, Seemingly Entrenched, Budget Impasse
Two words encapsulate the stands occupied by both sides of the commonwealth’s long-running budget divide: “blame” and “intransigence.”” Click here for full article. Source: LancasterOnline, Feb. 19, 2016.
Opinion: When it Comes to Educating Kids, State is Tragically Irresponsible
A free public education is mandated by the state Constitution, and the state is supposed to help pay for it. But it has become erratic. Click here for full article…. Read More
Open Board Positions for 2016 PA Principals Association Election
If you are interested in running for one of the open board positions (shown below) in the 2016 Pennsylvania Principals Association election, please contact the state office at snyder@paprincipals.org… Read More
Editorial: Wolf’s New Budget a Second Chance to Put Kids First
While it seems like elected officials in Harrisburg can’t reach consensus on much these days, there is one topic where agreement still can be achieved: Pennsylvania’s children. Click here for… Read More
Spring-Ford Mulls Impact of Extended State Budget Impasse
If the latest rumors are to be believed, Harrisburg’s failure to pass a budget could continue for another year, one Spring-Ford (Montgomery Co.) school official said recently. With that potential… Read More
Ask Congress to Fund the School Leader Recruitment and Support Program
Now that President Obama has submitted his Fiscal Year 2017 budget request, Congress has begun the appropriations process. Changes to federal education law under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)… Read More
Call for Presenters for 2016 PA Principals Association Conference – Deadline for Return 3/31/16
Proposals are requested for breakout session speakers for the 2016 PA Principals State Conference, Oct. 30 – Nov. 1 at The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel in State College, PA…. Read More
Editorial: Pennsylvania Governor, Legislators Need Repercussions for Not Passing Budget
It’s now the middle of February, and the 2015-16 Pennsylvania state budget is more than seven months overdue. What’s the cost? Click here for full article. Source: Meadville Tribune, Feb. 17,… Read More
Impact of Court Decision on Philly Charter Schools Extends Beyond that City’s Borders, Group Say[s]
A state Supreme Court ruling that limits the power of the commission that oversees the Philadelphia School District is viewed by others as having far-reaching ramifications on other aspects of… Read More