On Sunday, October 18 at the start of the PASA-PSBA School Leadership Conference, the PSBA Institute presented its annual Pennsylvania Education Innovation Awards and the William Howard Day Award. Initiated…
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) recognizes the passage of the 2026-27 state budget, which builds on the significant investments in public education included in last year’s budget. The $50.85 billion spending plan continues…
By Sabrina S. Backer PSBA President, Franklin Area School District As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, it is essential to consider and be mindful of…
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) today expressed disappointment that the General Assembly will not meet the June 30 deadline to finalize the 2026-27 state budget, while emphasizing confidence that the state leaders are nearing an…
PSBA is proud to announce that it has been awarded the 2026 Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, the nation’s top recognition for U.S. employers committed to creating mentally healthy…
On May 4, more than 100 school board members and education leaders from across the commonwealth gathered at the State Capitol for PSBA’s 2026 Advocacy Day to urge lawmakers to take action on critical…
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) appreciates several positive elements in Governor Shapiro’s proposed 2026‑27 budget, particularly where it continues prior commitments to education funding and student supports. However, PSBA believes that the proposal could…
The 2025-26 state budget has passed, bringing an end to a more than four-month long budget impasse. For months, districts faced uncertainty and were forced to make difficult decisions without…
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