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Exclusive: Shanksville school secretary receives state award

Gail Edwards, elementary secretary at Shanksville-Stonycreek Elementary School, is one of two school employees recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education with the 2027 Pennsylvania Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award for exceptional contributions to school and community. BillieJo Pecht, alternative education paraprofessional at Penns Valley Jr./Sr. High School in the Penns Valley Area School District, is the second honoree for 2027. Edwards said she didn’t know she was nominated. "It was a surprise," Edwards said. "Over the summer I got an email that said I was selected to move on in the process." Edwards was interviewed by PDE staff, and the school submitted five staff letters of support along with three letters from parents. Edwards said the letters from students’ families were especially meaningful. What is the RISE Award? The RISE Award was established by Congress in 2019 and is administered by the U.S. Department of Education. It honors a school employee who provides exemplary service to students in pre-kindergarten through high school. The RISE award is the equivalent of the PA Teacher of the Year award for nonteaching school employees. More: Looking for a place to get a delicious meal this Thanksgiving? To be eligible for the award,

Shanksville, PA · 3d

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PA Gov. Shapiro Enacts Bell-to-Bell Cell Phone Ban in All Schools Across the State

On the morning of Oct. 26, 2026 at Lenape Middle School in the Central Bucks School District, Pennsylvania Governor, Josh Shapiro, stood at a podium bearing a sign that read “Getting Distractions out of the Classroom” and signed Senate Bill 1014 into law, banning cell phones in every school across the state. In doing so, PA joins 26 other states that have adopted similar restrictions in an effort to improve the well-being of students.

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PA high schools do not need a phone ban

Pennsylvania’s statewide phone ban is claimed to help reduce student distraction and help students improve their grades. Many adults believe phones interfere with learning, but phones don’t solve the full issue. Lawmakers are focusing on the wrong problem or purposefully blaming phones as an easy way out so it looks like they’re doing something. All they are doing is putting band-aids on bullet holes. It might cover the issues, but it doesn’t repair the damage left underneath.

Pennsylvania · 4d
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Female students from around PA explore careers at annual STEAM Day

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Women are wanted for transportation jobs in Pennsylvania, so schools from around the state, including some from the Midstate, sent female students to a seminar held Tuesday at the Farm Show Complex. This was the 5th annual STEAM Day, which stands for science, technology, engineering, art and math. The event is […]

Pennsylvania · 2d

PennLive.com

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Pennsylvania private schools are preparing for a new federal education tax credit program while Shapiro weighs opting in. Public school advocates warn they need more time and guidance to participate equitably.

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Pennsylvania Tax Credit Offers National Model of Benefits for Public School Kids

School counselors in Pennsylvania can have caseloads of more than 300 students. In high school, that means they're not only responding to students' mental health needs, but helping them meet all of their college application deadlines. In Philadelphia, that's where Kelsey Smith comes in. She's a college access coordinator at...

Pennsylvania · 2d

WTAJ

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Penn State suspends Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity over allegations of serious misconduct

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State University (PSU) issued an interim suspension for the Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity on Monday, Nov. 6 over allegations of serious misconduct. Zeta Beta Tau is the latest fraternity to receive interim action, following judgements against Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity and Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity on Oct 6, which […]

State College, PA · 3d

WTAJ

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PIAA Football District Playoffs: Nov. 13-14

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The first round of the PIAA District playoffs has concluded, and now new matchups are on the horizon. After the first round, 20 teams remain, with some looking for district titles. Here is a look at the current lineup for the second round of high school football playoffs. District V Class […]

Altoona, PA · 5d

FOX 43

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Advocates, state lawmakers call for Pa. to fund schools' career advancement initiatives

Pennsylvania · 2d

everafterinthewoods.com

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The 10 Pennsylvania Craft Schools Where You Can Learn Old-School Skills

A blacksmith school sits inside a National Historic Landmark ironworks, and its crew is reviving the old mill machinery for giant forging projects. That detail stopped me cold. Old steel giants, back at work, helping teach new hands. Another spot lets you shape molten glass at a roaring furnace. One...

Pennsylvania · 5d

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Chestnut Hill Elementary Named 2026 Pennsylvania Blue Ribbon School

Chestnut Hill Elementary School in Erie County has been named a Pennsylvania Blue Ribbon School. The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) announced Friday that the Millcreek Township School District school was one of 12 schools in 10 counties selected. PDE says the program recognizes schools for academic improvement, academic achievement, school culture and well-being and special education supports.

Erie County, PA · 4d

WITF

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Helping Pennsylvania Students Explore Career Opportunities Before Graduation

Students can’t pursue careers they don’t know exist. That’s the idea behind Career Awareness & Preparation, an effort to connect students with employers, education programs and professionals so they can explore different industries before graduating from high school. The Partnership for Career Development is bringing together students from 12 schools, education leaders, industry representatives and lawmakers at the Pennsylvania State Capitol to highlight the importance of those opportunities and the partnerships that make them possible.

Pennsylvania · 3d

Erie Times News

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McDowell sets team records, then walks off Altoona in PIAA playoff game

When Chase Carrick took the handoff, he saw the gap. Seconds later, he was running toward his bench to celebrate with his teammates. Carrick scored on a 10-yard run in double overtime as McDowell outlasted Altoona 47-41 in a PIAA Class 6A subregional football game on Friday, Nov. 6, at James Conner Field. “I just wanted to get some yards after they didn’t score,” said Carrick. “When I saw the gap opened up I knew I was gone. I wasn’t going to mess it up.” McDowell (8-3) moves on to another PIAA subregional next week at State College after the Little Lions beat Erie High 55-0. More: District 10 football standings More: General McLane wins football rematch with Harbor Creek in District 10 Class 4A semifinals McDowell survived a pair of wild overtime periods. The Trojans had the ball first in overtime but couldn’t score any points as Altoona (6-5) picked off a pass on fourth down. With McDowell’s back against the wall, Joel Pulliam forced a fumble and Deonte Flemings fell on it to give the Trojans new life. Altoona had the ball to start the second overtime, but the McDowell defense forced another fumble with Braylon Green falling

Altoona, PA · 6d

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Shapiro announces results of Operation Safe Stop, initiative to enhance school bus safety

PENNSYLVANIA (WHP) — The Shapiro administration released the results of Operation Safe Stop on Monday, a one-day school bus initiative designed to enhance school bus safety for students across Pennsylvania. The event targets drivers violating Pennsylvania’s School Bus Stopping Law, emphasizing the increase in violations within the last year....

Pennsylvania · 4d

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From Arizona to Pennsylvania: Kouvelas finds home

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Westminster College is located in the small town of New Wilmington, where many students come from nearby communities, often just minutes or a couple of hours away. However, some students travel much farther to call Westminster home. One of those students is freshman Vasilis Kouvelas, who made the journey from Anthem, Arizona, to Pennsylvania.

New Wilmington, PA · 4d

abc27 News

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West Perry school board to vote on Blain Elementary closure

BLAIN, Pa. (WHTM) — The fate of a Perry County elementary school will be decided Monday night. The West Perry School District will consider a resolution to close Blain Elementary School at their regular board meeting on Monday night at 7 p.m. The meeting will take place at the West Perry High School in Elliottsburg […]

Perry County, PA · 4d

PennLive.com

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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.

Newville, PA · 7d

Crafting Your Home

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Pennsylvania Students Lose Phone Access All Day, Lunch and Recess Included, as Schools Adopt Bell-to-Bell Policies by 2027-28

Gov. Josh Shapiro signed SB 1014 on Oct. 26, requiring every Pennsylvania school to bar phones all day, lunch and recess included, by the 2027-28 school year.

Pennsylvania · 8d

abc27 News

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York Catholic advances to D3 2A title game, defeats Newport | Friday Night Football Week 11

YORK, Pa. (WHTM) — The Fighting Irish are heading to the championship game. York Catholic defeated Newport 38-14 in the District 3 2A semifinals to move on. They will face Upper Dauphin in the championship game.

York, PA · 6d

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State Stage: Wolfe, McCloskey Close Out Senior Seasons at PIAA Finals

Central Mountain High School seniors Emma Wolfe and Kaylie McCloskey capped off their high school cross-country careers on Pennsylvania’s biggest stage Saturday, competing against 262 of the state’s elite runners in the PIAA State Championships. The challenging Newville course brought together top talent from every corner of the...

Pennsylvania · 4d