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.
PSBA Presents Senator Judy Schwank with Champion of Public Education Award
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) recently presented Senator Judy Schwank (D-Berks) with a Champion of Public Education award. The PSBA Champion of Public Education award recognizes lawmakers for their outstanding support of traditional public schools during a two-year legislative session. This support is measured by the legislator’s voting record, bills introduced, attendance and involvement at their […]
PSBA Presents Senator Michele Brooks with Champion of Public Education Award
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) recently presented Senator Michele Brooks (R- Crawford, Erie (part), Mercer and Warren (part)) with a Champion of Public Education award. The PSBA Champion of Public Education award recognizes lawmakers for their outstanding support of traditional public schools during a two-year legislative session. This support is measured by the legislator’s […]
PSBA Presents Senator Wayne Langerholc with Champion of Public Education Award
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) recently presented Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R – 35) with a Champion of Public Education award. The PSBA Champion of Public Education award recognizes lawmakers for their outstanding support of traditional public schools during a two-year legislative session. This support is measured by the legislator’s voting record, bills introduced, attendance and involvement at […]
Historic Investment in Education Applauded by Pennsylvania School Boards Association
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) is pleased that Governor Wolf and the legislature have partnered to invest over $1 billion additional dollars into public schools as part of the 2022-23 state budget agreement. This additional funding is essential to help pay for the significant mandates placed on public schools and ensure additional resources are directed into the classroom. […]
PSBA Presents Representative Jason Ortitay with Champion of Public Education Award
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) presented Representative Jason Ortitay (R-Allegheny) with a Champion of Public Education award during an advocacy day that drew more than 150 school leaders to the Capitol. The PSBA Champion of Public Education award recognizes lawmakers for their outstanding support of traditional public schools during a two-year legislative session. This support […]