Governor Josh Shapiro and the General Assembly have allocated $250 million in public school facilities funding for 2024, signaling Pennsylvania's first state-directed funds for school facility improvements since 2016. Distributed through the Public School Facilities Improvement Grant (PSFIG)
In a recent development that addresses the dual challenges posed by Princeton's growing population and the aging infrastructure of its schools, voters in Princeton have approved an $89.1 million bond referendum, aimed at funding critical renovations and updates for Princeton Public School
The persistent challenge of chronic absenteeism has been further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, with alarming current data showing that one in four classroom seats remains empty, nearly twice the number from before the pandemic. This troubling trend not only leads to immediate academic
The IT industry is currently grappling with an unprecedented talent shortage, an issue that 62 percent of organizations have reported as a significant challenge. This deficiency in skilled professionals is causing increased workloads, delayed projects, and adverse financial impacts on those
The Lakeside High School community faced a daunting situation when part of the school's roof collapsed on December 1. Ashtabula Area City Schools Superintendent Lisa Newsome swiftly decided against remote learning, knowing how critical in-person education is for student engagement. The
Teacher burnout has reached alarming levels, with the National Education Association reporting that 55 percent of teachers are considering leaving the profession earlier than planned, a notable increase from pre-pandemic figures. Educators face mounting demands, including delivering high-quality
