Education

Lawmakers to travel PA to discuss public school funding issues

Lawmakers have plenty of work to do when it comes to figuring out just how to fix the state’s now-unconstitutional public school funding system – and that work is set to begin this fall. more

Advocacy

Education

Poor and BIPOC students get least experienced teachers: report

Black or Hispanic students and those from low income families are the least likely to receive the most experienced, qualified teachers in Pennsylvania. more

Education

Belmont Charter Network seeks staff for five network schools

Belmont Charter Network is looking for highly motivated people with a genuine passion for working with children to join our mission. more

Education

Philadelphia to host 2023 convening of Black educators

The Center for Black Educator Development is thrilled to be hosting the 6th annual Black Men in Education Convening #BMEC2023 on November 16 – 18, 2023. more

Education

Podcast focuses on eliminating barriers to college education

The new podcast series will deliver insights and perspectives into top-of-mind higher ed issues, including the value of a college degree. more

Education

Healthy schools can help address racial inequities: reports

Schools play a critical role in providing supports and services that promote healthy development and equitable outcomes for children and youth. more

Education

PA child care advocates 'shocked' by lack of action in state budget

As it currently stands, the 2023-2024 state budget does nothing to address the child care teacher shortage. more

Education

NJ advocates press state officials to improve literacy efforts

After an alarming drop in reading and language arts test scores among students in NJ, state and local advocates are urging education leaders to develop a plan to improve literacy in public schools. more

Advocacy

Education

Universal free school lunch proposed in New Jersey legislature

New Jersey could soon be on a path to phasing in universal free school lunch.more

Basic Needs

Education

Casey Foundation releases 2023 KIDS COUNT Data Book

The 34th edition of the Casey Foundation's KIDS COUNT Data Book describes how the country’s lack of affordable and accessible child care negatively affects children, families and businesses. more

Education

Reports