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.
Southeastern Greene School Board Director Inducted Into PSBA Allwein Society
On Monday, March 25, Janet Pennington was inducted as the 18th member of the Pennsylvania School Boards Association’s (PSBA) Allwein Society. The Allwein Society is a recognition program honoring individuals who are outstanding leaders and advocates on behalf of public schools and students. This prestigious honor was created in 2011 in memory of Timothy M. Allwein, a former PSBA staff member who exemplified the integrity, dedication and commitment to advance political action for the benefit of public education. Pennington was nominated by Richard Pekar, Southeastern Greene School District (SGSD) superintendent; former State Representative Pam Snyder; and Christine Spiker, a former…
Bellefonte Area School Board Director Inducted Into PSBA Allwein Society
On Tuesday, February 27, Donna Smith was inducted as the 17th member of the Pennsylvania School Boards Association’s (PSBA) Allwein Society. The Allwein Society is a recognition program honoring individuals who are outstanding leaders and advocates on behalf of public schools and students. This prestigious honor was created in 2011 in memory of Timothy M. Allwein, a former PSBA staff member who exemplified the integrity, dedication and commitment to advance political action for the benefit…
PSBA’s Reaction to Governor Shapiro’s Education Budget Proposals
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) is optimistic about the proposed investment of $1.8 billion in public education included in Governor Shapiro’s second budget address. “The governor is demonstrating his commitment to public education, and we are hopeful that this focus will lead to legislative action on the many long-standing issues important to our members,” said PSBA CEO Nathan Mains. During the governor’s first budget address, he referred to his proposed increase in funding as…
2024 State of Education report released
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) is pleased to release the eighth annual State of Education report. This 47-page document highlights the many successes and challenges facing public education in Pennsylvania. This year’s report covers a vast array of statistics gathered from publicly available data sources and responses from a survey sent to all school districts. It delves into various topic areas, including student achievement, school finances, student mental health and school staffing. As highlighted…
PSBA Statement Regarding Basic Education Funding Commission Report
Last February, the Commonwealth Court ruled that the state’s current system of funding public education is unconstitutional. This left many questions unanswered as the court deferred to the administration and General Assembly to determine the future of public education funding – a monumental task. Much of the work has been undertaken by the Basic Education Funding Commission, which has been working diligently over the last year to listen to stakeholders and develop a series of…