Pennsylvania Department of Education
The Pennsylvania Department of Education oversees public education across the state, including K–12 schools, charter schools, vocational institutions, and adult education.
It develops educational policies, administers funding, and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations to enhance the quality of education in Pennsylvania.
Address: 333 Market St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Phone: (717) 783-6788
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DelVal Receives It’s On Us PA Grant from State’s Department of Education
Delaware Valley University has received an It’s On Us PA grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The $36,000 grant supports DelVal’s Expanding and Enhancing…
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Gov. Shapiro Hosts Roundtable in West Chester, Zeroing In On AI and Education
Gov. Josh Shapiro recently hosted a roundtable at the West Chester Community Center to discuss pertinent topics related to artificial intelligence and technology in education,…
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Parents Seek State Help in Radnor High AI Deepfake Incidents
PA Gov. Josh Shapiro is asking the Pennsylvania Department of Education to create standards on how schools should respond to students victimized by AI deepfakes,…
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Kutztown University Secures $100K Grant to Expand Special Education Teacher Pipeline in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is taking a focused step to address a persistent education challenge. Kutztown University has received a $100,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education…
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Widener University Named a “PA CARES” Campus for Mental Health Support
Widener University’s campus in Chester has been designated a PA CARES campus. The designation, given by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, recognizes Widener as a…
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Parkside Elementary Wins Blue Ribbon Designation From Pennsylvania
Parkside Elementary School in the Penn-Delco School District is one of three local schools named a Pennsylvania Blue Ribbon School this year, writes Kristen Graham…
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First Graduates of DCCC/Downingtown Teacher Academy Land Jobs in Area School District
Two of the Downingtown Area School District’s newest teachers this fall, Lauren Klunk and Leah Cramer, began their journey to their new positions while still…
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Eastern University Ranks Among Fastest Alternative Teacher Certification Programs in Pennsylvania
Eastern University ranks eighth out of 25 schools listed on TeachingCertificationDegrees.com’s list of the Fastest Alternative Teaching Certification Programs in Pennsylvania for 2025. With a 12-month completion…
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DelVal Receives State Funding for Special Education Certification
Delaware Valley University has been awarded a Pennsylvania Department of Education Accelerated Special Educator Certification Program grant in the amount of $99,161. The grant, part…
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DelVal’s Dr. Broc Sandelin and Chris Becker Appointed to Key Positions in Pennsylvania Agricultural Organizations
Two of Delaware Valley University’s leaders have been appointed to key positions in agricultural organizations. Dr. Broc Sandelin, Dean of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at…
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Haverford School District’s Leon Smith Named 2025 Pennsylvania Teacher Of The Year
Leon Smith, a social studies teacher in Haverford School District with 22 years in the district, has been named the 2025 Pennsylvania Teacher of the…
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GMercyU Secures $20,000 Grant to Support Special Education from Pennsylvania Department of Education
Gwynedd Mercy University has received a $20,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network, and the Shapiro Administration…
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DCCC Celebrates Opening of Expanded Student Resource Center and Food Pantry
Many college students today face food insecurity, which can hurt their academic performance and ability to achieve their educational and professional goals. Overall, 23 percent…
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State Funds Aid Community College Prendergast Campus Project
Delaware County Community College has received $10 million in state funding to move into phase 2 of its Southeast Campus construction at the former Archbishop…
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West Chester University Students Who Are Parents Will Benefit from PA Department of Education Grant
West Chester University (WCU) is one of only 12 universities in Pennsylvania to receive grant funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) to help…
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Immaculata University Awarded Grant To Support Parenting Students
Immaculata University is one of 12 colleges and universities to be awarded a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education for the 2024 Parent Pathways Grant…
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Downingtown’s Becky Desmond Inspired Students, Contributing to Community For More Than 50 Years
For more than 50 years, Rebecca Jane Desmond inspired students, coached tennis, and was an honored community leader in Downingtown. She died in her home…
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Eastern University Awarded Hunger-Free Campus Grant to Expand Eagles Food & Hygiene Pantry
Eastern University has received the PA Hunger-Free Campus grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The award totals $39,618 and will support the efforts of…
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