Education Law Center-PA
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Since 1975, Education Law Center-PA has worked to ensure that all Pennsylvania schoolchildren have access to a quality public education.
After all, education is a fundamental right.
After all, education is a fundamental right.
When people file a civil rights complaint, it's typically after exhausting other options, like trying to work with teachers and principals or pressing their school boards for change, said Kristina Moon, senior attorney with the Education Law Center.
December 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
When people file a civil rights complaint, it's typically after exhausting other options, like trying to work with teachers and principals or pressing their school boards for change, said Kristina Moon, senior attorney with the Education Law Center.
Last week, we were honored to be recognized by The Urban League of Greater Philadelphia, alongside Public Interest Law Center, as recipients of the ULGP Community Advocacy Champion for Public Education at the 23rd Annual Whitney M. Young, Jr. Community Empowerment Luncheon.
December 19, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Last week, we were honored to be recognized by The Urban League of Greater Philadelphia, alongside Public Interest Law Center, as recipients of the ULGP Community Advocacy Champion for Public Education at the 23rd Annual Whitney M. Young, Jr. Community Empowerment Luncheon.
The trickle begins in the fall, some principals say: Students with a history of behavior or disciplinary problems or other issues show up in Philadelphia School District schools, often from city charters."
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It’s an open secret that some charter schools push out kids with behavioral problems, Philly principals say
Principals say students offloaded from charters to Philadelphia School District schools are often "counseled out," while they can't remove students from traditional public schools for those reasons.
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December 17, 2025 at 7:26 PM
The trickle begins in the fall, some principals say: Students with a history of behavior or disciplinary problems or other issues show up in Philadelphia School District schools, often from city charters."
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Join ELC-PA attorneys and community advocates on Thurs, Feb 26, for a virtual Know-Your-Rights workshop. Focus: bullying, harassment, and rights of students with disabilities, including §504 Plans and IEPs. Register: buff.ly/xN1mxaz
December 16, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Join ELC-PA attorneys and community advocates on Thurs, Feb 26, for a virtual Know-Your-Rights workshop. Focus: bullying, harassment, and rights of students with disabilities, including §504 Plans and IEPs. Register: buff.ly/xN1mxaz
Gov. Shapiro visited Susquehanna Township to highlight a historic boost in education funding. Bringing more resources to classrooms, teachers, and students across Pennsylvania.
Read the article here:
Read the article here:
Shapiro visits Susquehanna Township to highlight education funding boost
The school district received $2.4M in additional funding this year, allowing for expansion of counseling staff and the Cadet Teacher Program.
www.pennlive.com
December 15, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Gov. Shapiro visited Susquehanna Township to highlight a historic boost in education funding. Bringing more resources to classrooms, teachers, and students across Pennsylvania.
Read the article here:
Read the article here:
We thank Phillies Charities for their generous support of the ELC-PA. This contribution will greatly advance our mission to ensure all children in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania have access to a quality public education. Read more here: bit.ly/48LQYz1
December 12, 2025 at 2:01 PM
We thank Phillies Charities for their generous support of the ELC-PA. This contribution will greatly advance our mission to ensure all children in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania have access to a quality public education. Read more here: bit.ly/48LQYz1
As we celebrate 50 years of dedication to justice and equity, we reflect on our achievements and the work that lies ahead. Join us in advancing equitable education for all. Together, we can make a lasting impact!
Read our 2025 highlights here: conta.cc/4rAqitI
Read our 2025 highlights here: conta.cc/4rAqitI
December 11, 2025 at 3:13 PM
As we celebrate 50 years of dedication to justice and equity, we reflect on our achievements and the work that lies ahead. Join us in advancing equitable education for all. Together, we can make a lasting impact!
Read our 2025 highlights here: conta.cc/4rAqitI
Read our 2025 highlights here: conta.cc/4rAqitI
🎉 Today marks 10 years of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) — and 10 years of strengthened educational protections for students in foster care.
At ELC-PA, we’re proud to have helped secure these life-changing rights.
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At ELC-PA, we’re proud to have helped secure these life-changing rights.
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December 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM
🎉 Today marks 10 years of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) — and 10 years of strengthened educational protections for students in foster care.
At ELC-PA, we’re proud to have helped secure these life-changing rights.
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At ELC-PA, we’re proud to have helped secure these life-changing rights.
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“Students in underfunded school districts in rural counties across Pennsylvania are at significant risk of losing important federal resources as they face unique school funding challenges...”
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Pa. education advocates brace for upheavals as Trump unwinds US agency
Rural schools' federal funding may be at risk as the U.S. Department of Education is unraveled, according to the Education Law Center.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:21 PM
“Students in underfunded school districts in rural counties across Pennsylvania are at significant risk of losing important federal resources as they face unique school funding challenges...”
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Poland, Hungary and Slovakia, currently ruled by conservative right-wing governments, have yet to enact marriage equality within their borders. But they're now required to recognize same-sex marriages performed in other EU member states.
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Culture War Dispatches: Battles over rights and recognition across schools, courts and social media - Philadelphia Gay News
When the Northwest Area School District considered an anti-trans bathroom policy, trans advocates and parents responded immediately.
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December 4, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Poland, Hungary and Slovakia, currently ruled by conservative right-wing governments, have yet to enact marriage equality within their borders. But they're now required to recognize same-sex marriages performed in other EU member states.
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We need your support to continue ELC-PA's work and to spread the word. Please encourage your friends and family to support us too. Consider making a tax-deductible donation at: www.elc-pa.org/donate
#GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 at 10:00 PM
We need your support to continue ELC-PA's work and to spread the word. Please encourage your friends and family to support us too. Consider making a tax-deductible donation at: www.elc-pa.org/donate
#GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday
As we conclude our milestone 50th year and look forward to the next 50 years of advocating for Pennsylvania schoolchildren, your sustained investment allows us to ensure all children in Pennsylvania have access to quality public education.
Go to: www.elc-pa.org/donate
Go to: www.elc-pa.org/donate
December 2, 2025 at 5:07 PM
As we conclude our milestone 50th year and look forward to the next 50 years of advocating for Pennsylvania schoolchildren, your sustained investment allows us to ensure all children in Pennsylvania have access to quality public education.
Go to: www.elc-pa.org/donate
Go to: www.elc-pa.org/donate
Celebrate #GivingTuesday with us. Please consider participating in this global day of giving by supporting ELC with a gift of any size.
Go to: www.elc-pa.org/donate
Go to: www.elc-pa.org/donate
December 2, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Celebrate #GivingTuesday with us. Please consider participating in this global day of giving by supporting ELC with a gift of any size.
Go to: www.elc-pa.org/donate
Go to: www.elc-pa.org/donate
Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, December 2 at 6:00 pm, to celebrate the wins for PA public school students. This online event, hosted by our partners, will offer simultaneous Spanish interpretation. Register here: buff.ly/fYclncA
December 1, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, December 2 at 6:00 pm, to celebrate the wins for PA public school students. This online event, hosted by our partners, will offer simultaneous Spanish interpretation. Register here: buff.ly/fYclncA
📣 Next Up in Our Know Your Rights Series: School Attendance & Truancy
We outline what students and caregivers need to know about their rights regarding school attendance and truancy in PA.
For additional information, read our full fact sheets:
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We outline what students and caregivers need to know about their rights regarding school attendance and truancy in PA.
For additional information, read our full fact sheets:
bit.ly/TruancyFAQ
bit.ly/Truancybasics
November 25, 2025 at 2:56 PM
📣 Next Up in Our Know Your Rights Series: School Attendance & Truancy
We outline what students and caregivers need to know about their rights regarding school attendance and truancy in PA.
For additional information, read our full fact sheets:
bit.ly/TruancyFAQ
bit.ly/Truancybasics
We outline what students and caregivers need to know about their rights regarding school attendance and truancy in PA.
For additional information, read our full fact sheets:
bit.ly/TruancyFAQ
bit.ly/Truancybasics
Students deserve strong federal protections, not confusion and weakened oversight. Join us in urging Congress to stop the unlawful dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education and protect the future of our public schools.
See our thread below for more ⬇️
See our thread below for more ⬇️
November 21, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Students deserve strong federal protections, not confusion and weakened oversight. Join us in urging Congress to stop the unlawful dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education and protect the future of our public schools.
See our thread below for more ⬇️
See our thread below for more ⬇️
“Recent school board election results across Pennsylvania appear to reflect what we hear from families every day: Pennsylvanians want school boards focused on students’ needs, not political agendas,” said Kristina Moon, senior attorney at ELC-PA.
Voters shift school boards toward LGBTQ+ inclusion across PA and N.J. - Philadelphia Gay News
School boards in PA and NJ are shifting fast—LGBTQ+ leaders are winning, conservatives are losing, and policy battles are heating up.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
“Recent school board election results across Pennsylvania appear to reflect what we hear from families every day: Pennsylvanians want school boards focused on students’ needs, not political agendas,” said Kristina Moon, senior attorney at ELC-PA.
The Education Law Center-PA applauds the PA Senate for passing this critical legislation.
Read our full statement here: bit.ly/4o85WoN
Read our full statement here: bit.ly/4o85WoN
November 19, 2025 at 9:08 PM
The Education Law Center-PA applauds the PA Senate for passing this critical legislation.
Read our full statement here: bit.ly/4o85WoN
Read our full statement here: bit.ly/4o85WoN
The Pennsylvania Senate has passed the CROWN Act, protecting public school students from discrimination based on hair type, texture and protective styles like braids, twists, and locs. Thank you to all lawmakers who supported this critical legislation!
November 19, 2025 at 6:46 PM
The Pennsylvania Senate has passed the CROWN Act, protecting public school students from discrimination based on hair type, texture and protective styles like braids, twists, and locs. Thank you to all lawmakers who supported this critical legislation!
This is another important step forward — one that must be followed by continued commitment and expanded investments until every student, in every community, has the opportunity to learn in a well-resourced, high-quality public school.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:45 PM
This is another important step forward — one that must be followed by continued commitment and expanded investments until every student, in every community, has the opportunity to learn in a well-resourced, high-quality public school.
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After months of delay that left schools and families in limbo, this budget brings clarity and a measure of relief to educators, students, and communities across Pennsylvania.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
After months of delay that left schools and families in limbo, this budget brings clarity and a measure of relief to educators, students, and communities across Pennsylvania.
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Out of the rubble of a budget standoff, the path to fully funded schools remains intact
Joint Statement from the Education Law Center-PA and the Public Interest Law Center
Read our full statement at:
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Joint Statement from the Education Law Center-PA and the Public Interest Law Center
Read our full statement at:
bit.ly/47O0NMs
November 12, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Out of the rubble of a budget standoff, the path to fully funded schools remains intact
Joint Statement from the Education Law Center-PA and the Public Interest Law Center
Read our full statement at:
bit.ly/47O0NMs
Joint Statement from the Education Law Center-PA and the Public Interest Law Center
Read our full statement at:
bit.ly/47O0NMs
"We’ve been a chronically and historically underfunded school district, and we know that there’s so much more we want to do for our students, for our families, for our community, and we need the dollars to be able to deliver that," said Norristown Area SD Supt. Christopher Dormer.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:16 PM
"We’ve been a chronically and historically underfunded school district, and we know that there’s so much more we want to do for our students, for our families, for our community, and we need the dollars to be able to deliver that," said Norristown Area SD Supt. Christopher Dormer.
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ICYMI: Our annual Back to School Guide is live — and portions of the guide are now available in several languages!
💬 See the full list of translated materials: bit.ly/4qG6oND
📘 Read the complete guide: bit.ly/ELCBTSguide
💬 See the full list of translated materials: bit.ly/4qG6oND
📘 Read the complete guide: bit.ly/ELCBTSguide
November 5, 2025 at 8:41 PM
ICYMI: Our annual Back to School Guide is live — and portions of the guide are now available in several languages!
💬 See the full list of translated materials: bit.ly/4qG6oND
📘 Read the complete guide: bit.ly/ELCBTSguide
💬 See the full list of translated materials: bit.ly/4qG6oND
📘 Read the complete guide: bit.ly/ELCBTSguide
Pennsylvania’s courts shape what happens in classrooms — from school funding to student rights. ⚖️
🗳 Tomorrow, Nov. 4, PA voters will decide judicial retention elections. Make your voice heard!
Find your polling place: vote.pa.gov
🗳 Tomorrow, Nov. 4, PA voters will decide judicial retention elections. Make your voice heard!
Find your polling place: vote.pa.gov
November 3, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Pennsylvania’s courts shape what happens in classrooms — from school funding to student rights. ⚖️
🗳 Tomorrow, Nov. 4, PA voters will decide judicial retention elections. Make your voice heard!
Find your polling place: vote.pa.gov
🗳 Tomorrow, Nov. 4, PA voters will decide judicial retention elections. Make your voice heard!
Find your polling place: vote.pa.gov