PSEA's officers joined @governorshapiro as he signed SB1014, bipartisan legislation requiring all Pa. schools to adopt ābell-to-bellā 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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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.
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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
PSEA commends lawmakers for passing a bipartisan bill establishing a ābell-to-bellā 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
"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
āWe think if both parties come to the table with urgency and commitment to get this done, weāll get it done. It shouldnāt take nearly a year to negotiate a contact, and our hope is to make progress and reach an agreement before November 23.ā bit.ly/484MxiQ
"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 stateās largest teachers union, the PSEA, has also endorsed a cell phone ban." share.inquirer.com/QghnUu
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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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šØ 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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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.
"The stateās 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
āWhat many people donāt 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.ā bit.ly/4s3JkJD
"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/ā¦
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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:
šļø Monday, Oct. 19 ā Last day to register to vote in the midterm election. vote.pa.gov/Register
šļø Tuesday, Oct. 27 ā Last day to apply for a mail ballot. vote.pa.gov/MailBallot
šļø Tuesday, Nov. 3 ā 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.
āWe thank the community for its strong support for our public schools and we hope to be able to move forward with the district and continue to build the kind of schools Bellefonte students and families deserve.ā bit.ly/4zwbZJW
Educators play an important role in teaching about our nationās Indigenous communities by uplifting Indigenous voices and fostering meaningful learning experiences that help all students understand the diverse histories that shape our communities. #IndigenousPeoplesDay
āWe will expect a proposal from the district that makes a genuine effort to close the gap between Bellefonte and surrounding districts and matches their claims that they are attempting to reach an agreement in good faith.ā bit.ly/4hM84kH
āPSEA members gathered across Pa. on Saturday to use their voices to help elect pro-public education candidates in November. The energy was electric. PSEA members are ready to support candidates who will be true champions of public education in D.C.ā
š: psea.org/DayofActionOct3.
"The unionās 225 members will vote on the proposed contract this afternoon... If a majority of the unionās members approve of the contract, the school board would vote on the agreement at its meeting Thursday." bit.ly/3VWSLOZ
