This week, the new Administration issued a series of executive actions on a wide range of matters, including diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI); immigration; federal funding; school choice; and Title IX. For instance, within a three-day span, a memo was released by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) ordering a pause on “disbursement of all Federal financial assistance,” a stay was issued by a federal judge suspending the implementation of the memo, and the memo was rescinded by OMB – highlighting just how rapidly issues are arising and changing.
PSBA staff, in conjunction with state and federal partners, including the Consortium of State School Board Associations (COSSBA), are analyzing the flurry of actions that have taken place over the past few days to carefully understand how any proposed changes could impact public schools in Pennsylvania, and are actively developing tools, resources and supports to ensure members are equipped to navigate the changing landscape.
It is our priority to share information that is not only timely, but accurate to prevent unnecessary confusion, frustration or concern.
As a nonpartisan membership organization, PSBA remains committed to supporting our members to lead exceptional public schools. Our focus will continue to be on ensuring that every child is provided with resources and an environment that is conducive to learning.
PSBA Statement on Recent Executive Actions
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As the first school board association, PSBA has provided services, advocacy and counsel to inform and engage the local lay leadership of the commonwealth’s public schools for more than 125 years. PSBA represents over 4,500 school directors, with voluntary membership encompassing nearly 100% of school entities statewide. Leading the charge with the unified voice of members, advocates and partners, PSBA is dedicated to promoting exceptional public education for Pennsylvania’s students.
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