The panelists described a Democratic administration fraught with unwelcome surprises.
Budget forum shows tough decisions ahead for Lancaster SD
Deficits are projected to balloon to $27.5 million by 2027.
February scholarship winners announced by Fideri News Network
A North Penn senior won a $1,000 scholarship in the first round.
In Lancaster, Shapiro administration visits job placement program helping students with disabilities prepare for college and careers
Governor Shapiro’s 2026-27 budget plan calls for increasing state funding by $1 million for vocational rehabilitation.
Lancaster school directors pass furlough measure
School Board President Jennifer Eaton says the vote does not mean furloughs are inevitable.
Senator Martin announces essay contest for local high school students
The contest is open to all students who live in the 13th Senatorial District in grades nine through twelve attending public, private, charter, cyber or home school.
Manheim School Board accepts Pate-Hefty’s resignation
The board also voted to appoint Dr. Martin Hudacs as substitute superintendent.
Key points from Senate budget hearing with Department of Education
Lawmakers highlighted concerns about potential cuts to cyber charter schools, unfilled seats for pre-K programs, and ways to boost achievement statewide.
A boy invaded our locker room; the adults chose silence
No one had told us a boy would join our team. Not our coaches. Not our principal.

Board members wanted additional time to consider public comments and amendments to the resolution.