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Measles in Pennsylvania: What Educators Should Know

Pennsylvania reported 943 confirmed measles cases across 39 counties and five measles-associated deaths as of September 30. The outbreak remains a concern for schools because measles spreads easily through the air. Children accounted for nearly one-third of Pennsylvania’s reported measles cases as of September 25. Meanwhile, reports show that 92.7% of kindergarteners had received the

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September 2026 Education Update

Pennsylvania legislative activity was relatively quiet through much of September, with the House and Senate returning from summer recess on September 28. Additional session days are scheduled in October, providing opportunities for lawmakers to advance legislation before the November 3 midterm elections. In this issue: PA Daily Recess Requirement Begins in 2027–28 Federal Student Loan

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August 2026 Education Update

Welcome back! Thank you for the incredible impact you make every day. Here’s to a fantastic school year! In this Issue: Districts Replacing Yellow Busses with Transit Passes PA Tech Schools Overloaded Amid Massive Waitlists Stay Informed and Protected for the New School Year KEYTA Foundation $250 Classroom Grant Districts Replacing Yellow Busses with Transit Passes Following a

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July 2026 Education Update

As a new school year approaches, here is a brief look at important state and federal education developments, along with KEYTA opportunities and reminders for members. In this Issue: Pennsylvania’s 2026–27 Education Budget Schools to Teach Social Media Safety Federal Focus on School Sexual Misconduct Remember: Contact KEYTA First Supreme Court Rules on Transgender Athletes

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April 2026 Education Update

Below is your April 2026 summary of key developments from the Pennsylvania Legislature, Governor’s Office, Pennsylvania Department of Education, and relevant national education news. In this Issue: Proposed 2026–27 State Budget (Major Education Investment) PA Senate and House Education Committee Activity Reading Curriculum Mandates Move Toward Implementation National Education Updates Proposed 2026–27 State Budget (Major

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Retirement Ready with KEYTA: Plan Your Next Chapter with Confidence

As you approach retirement, one of the most important questions becomes simple: when your paycheck stops, what replaces it? Join us April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm for an informative session, “Retirement Ready with KEYTA: Building a Confident Transition from Work to Retirement,” where we’ll walk through the key pieces of creating a reliable income in retirement. During this educational session,

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March 2026 Education Update

Below is a summary of key state and national education developments. We will continue to monitor these issues and provide updates as needed. In this issue: Improving School Health Services (HB 2285) Exploring Alternatives to Keystone Exams (HB 1752) PA Expands Pipeline for Special Education Teachers Uncertain Student Loan Limits Raise Concerns for Educators PA

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KEYTA Spirit Wear

KEYTA Spirit Wear Sale – By Member Request! Our KEYTA Spirit Wear Sale is now live! Many members have asked for KEYTA t-shirts, polos, and sweatshirts, and we’re excited to share that these items (and more) are now available. Please note, KEYTA is not making any proceeds from this sale. Because this is not a fundraiser, prices are set at reasonable

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