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Created on Friday, 23 February 2018 12:08

DeVos Seeks Cuts From Education Department to Support School Choice

Written by Steph Thorn

More than $1 billion would be spent on private school vouchers and other school choice plans under the budget proposal released by President Trump and Education Secretary Betsy DeVos. The proposal also calls for slashing the Education

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Created on Friday, 23 February 2018 12:07

Survey Sheds Light On Nonprofits' Social Media Practices

Written by Steph Thorn

Strong majorities of nonprofits around the world say social media is an effective tool for raising awareness, attracting volunteers and fundraising, but less than a third have formal social media policies, according to a survey by Nonprofit

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Created on Friday, 23 February 2018 11:47

Governor Wolf to Expand Job and Skills Training, Launch PAsmart Initiative in 2018-19 Budget

Written by Steph Thorn

In his budget proposal, Governor Tom Wolf builds on his commitment to strengthen schools, build the workforce and grow the economy. The governor announced a first-of-its-kind $50 million strategic investment in job training and the launch of

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Created on Friday, 23 February 2018 12:05

Call for Workshop Proposals

Written by Steph Thorn

Deadline: March 2, 2018

Family Involvement Conference, October 14-17, 2018, Harrisburg, Pa. – This conference is based upon the premise that active family involvement in the education process is the key to

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Created on Friday, 23 February 2018 11:45

Afterschool Is Essential for Millions of Students Nationwide Each Year

Written by Steph Thorn

Ruben Balderas is a senior at Walla Walla High School and was named Youth Afterschool Ambassador in the fall for the 2017-18 school year. Balderas has attended 21st Century Community Learning Center funded programs as a student participant for

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