Jumper’s decades of dedication turn Big Spring into worthy site of PIAA’s biggest meet

Big Spring High School and rural Cumberland County will host Pennsylvania’s biggest high school cross country meet for the first time Saturday. For Bob Jumper, the long-time Big Spring coach and cross-country advocate, it’s the culmination of years of hard work. Even a man of such lofty ideals didn’t dream of hosting the state championships —at least not initially.

State College seeks neighbor funding as more details emerge on senior housing buy

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — More financial details are emerging about State College Borough’s decision this year to buy Addison Court, a downtown building long used for senior living, as the borough ramps up a campaign asking neighboring municipalities to help cover costs tied to keeping it affordable housing.

Pennsylvania Students Will Lose Their Phones All Day, Including Lunch and Recess, Starting in the 2027-28 School Year

Gov. Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 1014 on Oct. 26, 2026. Schools must bar student phone use from first bell to last by the 2027-28 school year, with four sets of exceptions.

Vote: Who is the best ‘glue player’ in Pa. high school field hockey in 2026?

Last month, PennLive featured some of the best “glue players” in Pennsylvania high school field hockey in 2026. Now we’re turning to readers to decide which unsung star is the best of the best in 2026. Vote for the best forward in Pa. field hockey | Vote...

Pennsylvania High School Football Top 25 State Rankings (Nov. 2, 2026)

Roman Catholic jumps to No. 7 after beating St. Joseph's Prep for first time in 27 years in regular season; Hopewell, Great Valley enter rankings

Trib HSSN Pennsylvania high school football rankings for Nov. 3, 2026

The high school football regular season is in the books throughout Pennsylvania. Now teams focus on district playoffs or qualifying for the PIAA postseason through subregional rounds. Half of the changes in the weekly Trib HSSN state rankings this week took place in Class 6A, where there has been little...

Bell to Bell Phone Ban for Pennsylvania Schools

PA state rep. shares leadership journey with students

KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Local students are getting a firsthand look at leadership and what it takes to make a difference in their community. A classroom lesson in public service is inspiring local students to get involved and follow their dreams. A Pennsylvania state representative shares his journey with students and what it takes […]

York Catholic routs Newport in 2A semis, District 3 football scores

York Catholic rallied from an early deficit to defeat Newport 38-14 in the District 3 Class 2A semifinals. Junior quarterback Michael Staub led the comeback with three rushing touchdowns and an interception on defense. In other playoff action, Dover, Northeastern, and Dallastown were eliminated from their respective tournaments. Michael Staub...

Elections over, Shapiro quiet on commitment to federal school choice program

(The Center Square) – Roughly 1.8 million students in Pennsylvania are potentially impacted by Gov. Josh Shapiro’s waffling over joining the federal school choice tax credit program. With elections in the rearview, its unclear when the administration will publicize its decision. The Center Square was unsuccessful in reaching the governor’s communications team on Thursday. In the meantime, a vocal coalition of program supporters sent a letter to Shapiro encouraging him to opt-in giving families access to educational support long financially out of reach. “That’s what makes this program so exciting,” said Jenny Sved, executive director of Teach PA, and one of nearly two dozen signatories from The Coalition for Educational Freedom, in a statement shared with The Center Square. “Whether it’s helping a family afford Jewish day school tuition, giving a public school student access to tutoring or SAT prep, or providing additional support for a child with special needs, this is a win for families across Pennsylvania.” The proposed program regulations from the Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service allow eligible taxpayers to claim an annual credit of up to $1,700 for qualifying contributions to scholarship-granting organizations, or up to $3,400 for married couples filing jointly.

Pennsylvania High School Football District Playoff Brackets, Schedule - November 2

Pennsylvania high school football District action starts Friday, November 6 in most classifications. Championship Dates Class 1A - November 13 Class 2A - Nov

No more ‘Little' Lions? State College Area School District may change logo, mascot, motto

State College Area School District is proposing a rebranding effort that would give the district a new logo and academic seal, a distinctive lion mascot and a new motto while preserving its traditional maroon and gray colors. The proposal is the latest step in a yearslong effort led by a district rebranding committee, which found a need for a more consistent and modern visual identity across the district. The current logo was developed by a former student in 1985. State College Area High School Principal Laura Tobias said the results of a school community survey also showed there is strong support for dropping “Little” from Little Lions. If approved, the district’s athletics teams would instead be known as the Lions. “When talking to students, they were like, ‘We don’t like being called little. We’re not little,’” Tobias said Monday during a school board meeting. “When you’re in an athletic competition, you don’t go, ‘Go Little Lions.’ They usually say, ‘Go State.’ There was this really conflicting, ‘Well, who are we?’” The proposal calls for students and community members to partner with the district’s art department to submit original concepts with the goal of creating a unified brand for the district

Juniata College launches largest fundraising campaign in school history

HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Juniata College has publicly launched “Our Promise: Building Juniata’s Legacy Together.” The campaign aims to raise $150 million, making it the largest fundraising effort in the school’s history. College officials announced that more than $122 million has already been committed during the campaign’s silent phase. The funds will support academic […]

Tentative agreement reached between Hollidaysburg school, union

HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Fourteenth time’s the charm, the Hollidaysburg Area School District and the Hollidaysburg Area Education Association (HAEA) have reached a tentative agreement on a new contract. HAEA announced the update in a Facebook post Tuesday night, saying additional details about the agreement will be released in the coming days. According to the […]

HACC is cutting tuition and fees: Here’s what it means for students

HACC will reduce tuition rates for the 2027-28 academic year following a board decision aimed at making higher education more accessible to local families. The Board of Trustees approved the new rates on Tuesday, Nov. 3, according to a news release. The decision lowers per-credit tuition from $189.75 to $150 for students living in the college’s sponsoring school districts. In-state students from non-sponsored areas will see rates drop from $290 to $250 per credit.

State College Area School District Rebranding Effort Looks to Update Logo, Mascot and Motto

State College Area School District is considering a proposal that would update the district's logo, establish a new motto and change the high school and middle school mascot name from "Little Lions" to simply "Lions," among other rebranding efforts. Maroon and gray would remain as the district's colors, and the eight elementary school mascots and logos would remain unchanged. The school board on Monday heard an overview of the proposal from members of the rebranding committee, which was formed during the 2024-25 school year to explore developing more consistent visual identity across the district. The committee has worked with Jostens' branding team to conduct school community surveys and gathered feedback from high school student groups. The district's current primary logo was designed by a student in 1985, and over time other marks have been used as well, including the block S, varied lion imagery and a paw print. "Currently, we have a lack of comprehensive guide to identify approved markings, fonts, colors and the appropriate use of our logos," Jonathan Bucher, assistant superintendent for secondary education, said. "This work that we're looking to do will give staff and community partners a consistent reference for branding our school district." The current

Memorial Field custodian Dave Green makes a difference for State High athletes

When State High field hockey and football teams step into Memorial Field, they know to expect clean locker rooms, stocked restrooms, and organized equipment. But they also know to expect something else: a friendly smile and fist bump from Memorial Field custodian Dave Green. The “heartbeat” of Memorial Field...

Vote: Who is the best defender in Pa. high school field hockey in 2026?

Last month, PennLive featured some of the best defenders in Pennsylvania high school field hockey in 2026. Now we’re turning to readers to decide which defender is the best of the best in 2026. Vote for the best forward in Pa. field hockey | Vote for the best midfielder.