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of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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    Programs and Services

    Schools

    The Commonwealth serves more than 1.7 million students in 500 school districts, 29 Intermediate Units, 174 charter schools, and multiple private schools. We are also home to more than 300 postsecondary and higher education institutions.

    Grants and Funding

    Learn more about School Grants and Funding

    School Construction/ Improvements/ Reconfigurations

    Food and Nutrition

    Healthy meals are an essential component to learning and growing.

    More about Food & Nutrition

    Safe Schools

    Be prepared to provide safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments for all students and staff.

    Safe Schools

    Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

    ESSA replaced No Child Left Behind (NCLB) as the nation's main education law

    Learn more about ESSA

    Comprehensive Planning

    Planning for continuous improvement of leadership, teaching and learning is critically important to ensuring that all students have access to a world-class education that prepares them for college, career, and life.

    Learn more about Comprehensive Planning

    Governance

    Information for School Boards, Directors, and Trustees

    Explore Governance

    School Guidance and Resources

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    (Allegations of Curriculum, Child Labor/Workpermits, FID, Health and Safety Plans, OSTCP, Roadmap for Education Leaders, Suspension of employees, OESE Calendar, COVID resources)

    Explore School Guidance and Resources