Nobody wants to think about a medical emergency happening to them. But everyone needs to recognize the importance of being prepared. No matter your age or how healthy you are, emergency contacts are one of the most important ways to be ready in case of a medical emergency. After all, unforeseen events like car accidents, […]
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The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has introduced a new initiative called “You’ve Got a Friend in Pennsylvania,” featuring an automated phone line for people of all ages to receive pep talks, jokes, and words of encouragement from students across the state. Dr. Khalid N. Mumin, Secretary of Education, highlighted the importance of spreading cheer
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As the holiday break approaches, anticipation for some much-needed time off fills the air. Before Pennsylvania’s public schools close their doors for the festive season, it’s worthwhile to explore the landscape of classroom celebrations. This article addresses common queries from teachers regarding their rights and responsibilities when celebrating Christmas and other holidays on school grounds.
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School Code Bill Still Held Hostage Earlier in November, both chambers of the State Legislature passed versions of House Bill 301, an omnibus school code bill containing much needed measures for our school systems. However, the PA House and Senate continue to argue over the inclusion, or removal, of an additional $150 million for education tax
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As we wrap up American Education Week, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering dedication and tireless efforts in shaping the minds of our future leaders. You spent this week encouraging community participation in a variety of activities that celebrate the joy of learning and the boundless possibilities
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We understand that many of you may have questions or concerns about retirement planning. We want to remind you that the Pennsylvania School Employee Retirement System (PSERS) offers a wide range of retirement resources to assist you in preparing for this important life transition. These resources include: We encourage you to explore the retirement resources
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Parent Control of Sexually Explicit Content in Schools The Senate passed Senate Bill 7; a bipartisan effort aimed at allowing parents to have more control over their children’s exposure to sexually explicit content in schools. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Ryan Aument, provides parents with information about such content and allows them to limit their child’s access
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Regardless of where you are in your career, there are a few important things we think you should know! As a public school employee, your PSERS (Public School Employees’ Retirement System) pension may be one of your largest assets upon retirement. But did you know that it can play an important role in your financial
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In our ongoing commitment to Pennsylvania educators, the Keystone Teachers Association is thrilled to announce a valuable partnership with Model Teaching. You can now receive an exclusive 20% discount off the price of all Act 48 professional development courses, as well as all credit courses required for salary advancement. Model Teaching specializes in delivering top-tier, implementation-focused online teacher training courses tailored to support both
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We want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering dedication, passion, and hard work in shaping the minds and futures of our next generation. You are the architects of dreams, the beacons of knowledge, and the nurturing hearts that inspire young minds to reach for the stars. Your commitment to
