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Penn State receives grant to lead regional manufacturing hub

Penn State University said it has won a $39.9 million federal grant to establish a center focused on advanced manufacturing in Pennsylvania. The university will lead a coalition to establish the DuBois Center for Innovation (DCI) Regional Manufacturing Hub. Designed to transform and grow north central Pennsylvania’s manufacturing economy, and accelerate innovation into pressed materials, the hub will strengthen advanced manufacturing, workforce development and economic growth, officials said.

Potter County, PA · 11d

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Pennsylvania High School Football Coach Dies After Medical Emergency

Western Pennsylvania’s high school football community is mourning the sudden death of Ed Dawson, the longtime head coach of the Cornell Raiders, who suffered a medical emergency on the sideline Friday night and later died.

Coraopolis, PA · 14d
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Penn State introduces new public health major

Penn State has opened a new Bachelor of Science in Public Health, giving students a new program if they are interested in pursuing a medical career in community health. An undergraduate degree in public health prepares you to address public health challenges like infectious disease outbreaks, chronic disease, environmental and occupational hazards, and healthcare access. The Penn State College of Health and Human Development said: “It is an ideal major for students who want to improve community health, enjoy science and social sciences, are interested in healthcare, health equity and social justice, and want a flexible degree with many career options.”

State College, PA · 12d
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Central Pennsylvania students take part in Keystone Competition

Milton, PA · 11d

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Pa. passes anti-hazing law in wake of Cheltenham High School scandal

State lawmakers and Cheltenham School District leaders gathered to discuss the law and the circumstances that led to its passage.

Pennsylvania · 11d

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Report highlights work of PA educators with troubled students

Private education service providers can help young people tied up in the criminal justice system through compassion and commitment, according to a new report . The report by the Pennsylvania Council of Children, Youth and Family Services details the programs and successes of seven private education service providers across the Commonwealth. Success stories highlight how students were able to access a number of resources to support their educational journey. Michael DeAntonio, executive director of Buxmont Academy, a private, specialized school providing educational services and restorative practices for troubled and at-risk youth, said educational settings like his are well-prepared to provide a student with mental health support, whether in-house or with a partner organization. "We'll help to navigate through some of that stuff. If it's decided that either seeing a counselor outside of our organization or doing some other things to assist with any mental health issues that come up, that's what we're going to do," DeAntonio explained. The report noted Act 1 , passed in 2022 to support students experiencing homelessness, foster care or involvement in the juvenile justice system, has been effective in allowing such private providers to support students. DeAntonio pointed out businesses and companies in Pennsylvania can

Pennsylvania · 12d

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School district renames Science Commons

On Aug. 17, in honor of the former President, CEO and Chairman of Sheetz’s Board of Directors, Steve Sheetz, a donation was made to the school, and the Science Commons was officially renamed the AAHS Innovation Center. According to Head Principal Andrew Neely, Steve Sheetz and Chairman of the...

Altoona, PA · 12d

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PA Governor signs school phone ban into law

Pennsylvania · 12d

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High school scores and standings from Oct. 19-24

After a feverish final week of the regular season, Pennsylvania’s playoff brackets have been locked in. We counted seven area squads that have qualified for the District 3 postseason, including two local teams that will face each other. On the volleyball court, Mid-Penn Colonial Division champion Waynesboro has qualified...

Pennsylvania · 13d

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School cell phone ban; Ghost hunting at Fort Mifflin; Academy closure hearing | Morning Roundup

Bell-to-bell phone ban made official for all Pennsylvania schools. Gov. Josh Shapiro has officially banned all personal mobile devices in Pennsylvania schools, joining 26 other states in adopting a bell-to-bell restriction statewide. The law comes amid growing concern over young people’s mental health, as rates of anxiety, depression and even...

Philadelphia, PA · 12d

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Pa. passes anti-hazing law in wake of Cheltenham High School scandal

State lawmakers and Cheltenham School District leaders gathered to discuss the law and the circumstances that led to its passage.

Pennsylvania · 11d

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Governor Josh Shapiro Talks University Funding & Transparency After ‘Rally In The Valley’ Event

Onward State asked the Governor about two pressing university issues.

Pennsylvania · 11d

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Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro signs school cell phone ban into law

Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a statewide bell-to-bell school phone ban into law on Monday, prohibiting Pennsylvania students from using cellphones throughout the school day.

Pennsylvania · 13d

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Cheltenham High School hazing scandal leads to new Pennsylvania law

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Pennsylvania passes anti-hazing law after Cheltenham High School football abuse case

CHELTENHAM, Pa. - A new law in Pennsylvania will require hazing to be treated as a child abuse offense that must be reported, according to legislation passed unanimously by the state legislature and signed by Gov. Josh Shapiro. State Sen. Art Haywood and State Rep. Napoleon Nelson are scheduled to...

Pennsylvania · 13d

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Local schools gear up to host top marching band competitions

(WHTM) — Halloween is for the marching bands this year. State championships in two of the premier competition circuits will be held in the Midstate this year. Central Dauphin’s Landis Field plays host to the US Bands Pennsylvania State Championships on Oct. 31 for the I A and IV A divisions. Local bands will compete, […]

Pennsylvania · 14d

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PA becoming 25th state to make schools phone-free all day

Pennsylvania will become the 25th state in the U.S. to make all schools phone-free all day. The PA legislature passed the revised bill, and Gov. Josh Shapiro is signing it into law to take effect for the 2027-28 school year. “We need to get cellphones out of our classrooms and...

Pennsylvania · 14d

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Online Professional Development for High School Biology Teachers and Middle School Life Science Teachers – Nov 14

You are invited to our free online professional development (PD) for high school biology teachers and middle school life science teachers on Saturday, November 14, 9-12 AM (ET). Our PD will include:. Soap Opera Genetics – Genetics to Resolve Real Life Dilemmas – episode 1, How can our baby be...

Pennsylvania · 12d

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High School Football Coach Dead After Mid-Game Medical Emergency Friday Night

Tragedy struck in Pennsylvania.

Rochester, PA · 15d

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Starting next school year, cell phones will be banned from classrooms after Gov. Shapiro signs bill

Pennsylvania · 13d