News from PSBA
PSBA stays actively involved in legal and legislative developments that impact public education in the commonwealth. Our policy, legal and government affairs professionals are reglarly called upon to provide background and expertise for education stakeholders, including legislators and reporters. Filter news from our associaiton using the categories below.
2026 Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health
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 workplaces. The Bell Seal is issued by Mental Health America, the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to promoting mental health and well‑being for all people living in the U.S. “Supporting […]
School Board Leaders from Across Pennsylvania Call on Lawmakers to Address Key Education Challenges
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 issues impacting public schools. During meetings with legislators and staff, PSBA members highlighted the urgent need for mandate relief, predictable state support for school infrastructure, and protections for […]
PSBA Responds to Governor Shapiro’s 2026‑27 Budget Proposal
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 be enhanced to provide comprehensive, statewide investments Pennsylvania’s public schools urgently need. “We appreciate the governor’s continued commitment to several important education initiatives,” said Nathan Mains, PSBA CEO. “To fully […]
2025 – 26 Budget Passage Ends Prolonged Impasse, Unlocks Critical Education Funding
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 knowing when state subsidies would arrive. This long-overdue agreement delivers critical funding that will stabilize school operations and restore programs that have been on hold […]
PSBA Trust Breaks Ground on Richard V. Poirier Innovation Center to Advance School Safety and Support Services
MECHANICSBURG, Pa., Oct. 22, 2025 – The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) Trust today celebrated the groundbreaking of the Richard V. Poirier Innovation Center, a new 14,000-square-foot facility designed to expand services for school safety and streamline operations for PSBA subsidiaries. The PSBA Trust, established in 1971, supports programs and services that benefit school directors […]