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Creating a fairer map: Redistricting reform panel kicks off public input tour

Pennsylvania will redraw its congressional and legislative districts after the 2020 census — and there's a renewed push to change the rules before that happens… More

National News: Hitting ESSA’s elusive targets on school accountability

Although many have emphasized the newfound flexibility states and school districts would enjoy under ESSA, advocates and observers of different stripes haven't set aside their concerns about how the law is playing out. Education Week, April 2, 2019 (Subscription may be required… More

Smart Talk: Preventing suicide after trauma

Experiencing trauma affects anyone differently. That's why communities across the country and throughout the state are working to bring awareness to suicide prevention. On today's Smart Talk to discuss suicide and suicide prevention are Govan Martin, chair and board of directors of Prevent Suicide PA, and Terri A. Erbacher, Ph.D., crisis intervention and suicide prevention specialist… More

Study shows Pennsylvania one of top states for sharing education report cards

A national study of school report cards shows Pennsylvania is one of the best in the nation when it comes to giving the public data regarding student success. Watchdog… More

May 7 webcast on School Safety and Security Coordinator role, report

All PA schools are required to designate a School Safety and Security Coordinator who compiles an annual report for the school board, among other responsibilities… More

Agriculture in PA: An interview with Sen. Bartolotta and the Freight Farm at Trinity Area School District

Agriculture as the leading industry in Pennsylvania provides viable career options for students who have wide-ranging aptitudes and interests. In this podcast, Sen. Bartolotta (part one) and leaders of Trinity Area School District (part two) with their Freight Farm provide perspective around how it can be introduced to students focused on different post-graduation paths… More

Lawmakers look to fully fund IDEA

Federal funding for educating students with disabilities would gradually increase under a bill known as the IDEA Full Funding Act, which was introduced by lawmakers in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives late last month… More

School district says children aren’t getting needed mental health services

Dr. Adrienne Johnson was one of nine York County experts to speak to Democratic state representatives March 28 in a policy committee hearing focused on childhood mental health. They were there to make the case for more funding and resources as the school district grapples with what it calls “overwhelming mental health needs… More

States, districts tackle the tough work of making ESSA a reality

The Every Student Succeeds Act, which passed with bipartisan fanfare in 2015, has been the law of the land for more than three years… More

Philadelphia superintendent on leading through a financial crisis and raising expectations for students

Education Week spoke with William Hite earlier this month about his tenure, continuing challenges the district faces, bright spots, and advice for other urban district leaders confronting conditions like the ones he encountered when he first arrived in Philadelphia. Education Week, April 1, 2019 (Subscription may be required… More