Pennsylvania State Education Association - Representing 177,000 current, retired, and future educators and education support profs. in Pennsylvania. đ
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Mail ballot voters, make sure you:
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Seal your ballot inside both provided envelopes;
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Sign and write the current date on the outer return envelope;
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Return your ballot to a designated ballot return location BEFORE 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Learn more at vote.pa.gov/MailBallot
ALT Striped red, white, and blue border. Illustration of ballot dropbox. Text: Sign, Date, and Return. Completed mail ballots must be received by 8 p.m. Nov. 3, 2026. vote.pa.gov.
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"Panther Valley S.D. launched the Holiday Heroes toy drive and distribution program to help fill the gap, they estimate, helping 200 to 300 families within the district. They plan to hold in-person sign-up days for families with children up to 6th grade." bit.ly/4zhfZyj
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"Delta Kappa Gamma International, an horary society of women educators, historically has promoted education within the profession and extending a hand to those aspiring to become teachers." bit.ly/4yO5n90
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âWe commend the bipartisan group of lawmakers who voted for this important legislation, freeing Pennsylvania students from the constant disruptions of cellphones and mobile devices during the school day." bit.ly/4zW8tbJ
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Applications for a mail-in ballot are due TODAY by 5 p.m. If you plan to vote by mail and havenât already requested your ballot for the Nov. 3 election, do so now at pavoterservices.pa.gov/OnlinâŚ.
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PSEA's officers joined @governorshapiro as he signed SB1014, bipartisan legislation requiring all Pa. schools to adopt âbell-to-bellâ policies by the start of the 2027-28 school year that will restrict possession and prohibit student use of mobile devices during the school day.
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PSEA retweeted
SP&R proud to have played small but important role w/ @PSEA testing public opinion re: cellphone bans in public schools - polling that showed strong bipartisan support and served as added backdrop to this important new law.
abc27.com/pennsylvania-politâŚ
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"School districts will decide exactly how to implement the legislation. After the legislation is signed later this morning, it will take effect next school year. The legislation is expected to be signed at 11 a.m. on Monday in Bucks County." bit.ly/3U2hsJs
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SCUPA/PSEA leader Rachel Shaffer had a message for lawmakers at a press conference this week advocating against a plan to furlough staff in 2027-28 at Commonwealth University (Bloomsburg, Mansfield, and Lock Haven campuses): "We need you to fund our colleges and universities."
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PSEA commends lawmakers for passing a bipartisan bill establishing a âbell-to-bellâ cellphone ban in PA schools starting in 2027-28 - "an essential step toward reducing distractions for students during class time and keeping lessons and teaching on track." psea.org/cellphonebanpasses
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"The bill would prohibit students in public schools from using or possessing cell phones during the school day, and would make Pennsylvania the 24th state with a bell-to-bell ban." bit.ly/4hWR1xW
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âWe think if both parties come to the table with urgency and commitment to get this done, weâll get it done. It shouldnât take nearly a year to negotiate a contact, and our hope is to make progress and reach an agreement before November 23.â bit.ly/484MxiQ
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"Shapiro earlier this year called on lawmakers to pass a ban 'to get distractions out of the classroom and create a healthier environment in our schools.' The stateâs largest teachers union, the PSEA, has also endorsed a cell phone ban." share.inquirer.com/QghnUu
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PSEA retweeted
Do you know when and where to stop for school buses?
Watch below to learn when to stop on roads without a median, roads with a center turning lane, and other road scenarios.
Find more info at pa.gov/schoolbus.
#BeSafePA #SchoolBusSafetyWeek
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PSEA retweeted
đ¨ Today, Oct. 19, is Pennsylvania's deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 3 general election.
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If you are eligible to vote, you can register or update your registration online until 11:59 p.m. tonight at vote.pa.gov/Register.
ALT Register to vote. Oct. 19, 2026 is the last day to register in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.
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PSEA retweeted
Mail ballot voters, make sure you:
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Seal your ballot inside both provided envelopes;
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Sign and write the current date on the outer return envelope;
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Return your ballot BEFORE 8 p.m. on Election Day
Learn more at vote.pa.gov/MailBallot
ALT Striped red, white, and blue border. Illustration of ballot dropbox. Text: Sign, Date, and Return. Completed mail ballots must be received by 8 p.m. Nov. 3, 2026. vote.pa.gov.
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"The stateâs STEELS standards are significant because they help prepare students for modern career paths and future job markets. They promote hands-on learning and real-world applications, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills." bit.ly/4B7LKuU
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âWhat many people donât realize is that even districts like Radnor rely on federal funding for things like special ed services, English language learning resources, reading and math intervention, and free and reduced breakfast and lunch.â bit.ly/4s3JkJD
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"For education in Pennsylvania, Chapin said the proposed policies under the agenda could be a loss of $3 billion every year in federal funding, including more than $250 million in Allegheny County." cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/news/âŚ
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It only takes a few minutes to ensure you're ready to vote in the next election. Make note of these important dates:
đď¸ Monday, Oct. 19 â Last day to register to vote in the midterm election. vote.pa.gov/Register
đď¸ Tuesday, Oct. 27 â Last day to apply for a mail ballot. vote.pa.gov/MailBallot
đď¸ Tuesday, Nov. 3 â Election Day. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. vote.pa.gov/AtthePolls
ALT 2026 General Election Important Dates: Oct 19 - Last day to register to vote in the general election. vote.pa.gov/register. Oct 27 - Last day to apply for a mail ballot. vote.pa.gov/mailballot. Nov. 3 - Election Day. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. vote.pa.gov/polls. Nov. 3 - Completed mail ballots must be received by 8 p.m.
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