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Federal Scholarship Tax Credit
Tens of thousands of kids wait-listed for Pennsylvania’s tax credit scholarship programs could receive scholarships under the new federal program. First-Ever Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program Last July, Congress passed…
Read More: Federal Scholarship Tax CreditPennsylvania’s future is in the hands of the next generation. Parents and students—not activist agendas—should drive the Commonwealth’s education policy. While policymakers have been entrusted with ensuring the next generation receives a quality education, parents should be empowered to choose the quality education that meets their unique child’s needs. Charter schools and tax credit scholarships are integral pieces of school choice, but more reforms are needed to make educational choice a reality for all Pennsylvania students.
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Shapiro Just Ran Out of Excuses on New Scholarships for PA Kids
Originally published by RealClear Pennsylvania. Time is running out. Pennsylvania is quickly falling behind the rest of the nation for the opportunity to generate …
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From Struggling to Read to Teaching Hundreds [PODCAST]
No two children are alike. So why should every child be expected to succeed in the same education system? On this episode of Freedom Rising, Andrew Lewis sits down…
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Pa. Kids Need Shapiro to Opt In to Scholarship Program
Originally published by TribLIVE. For months, Gov. Josh Shapiro has said he wouldn’t decide whether to opt Pennsylvania into the federal scholarship tax-credit program until the…
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Gov. Shapiro Must Give New Scholarship Program a Sporting Chance
Originally published by The Bucks County Independence. Football season is here, but not just at Lincoln Financial Field. Friday night lights shine brightly on high…
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Shapiro’s Wait-and-See Approach Leaves Pennsylvania Public Schools Behind
At Wednesday night’s gubernatorial debate, Gov. Josh Shapiro was asked whether he would opt Pennsylvania into the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC). But the governor, as usual, kicked the can…
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New Poll: Voters Demand Affordable Energy, More Educational Options, and Lower Taxes
Affordability is top of mind for Pennsylvanians, with 58 percent of voters naming either rising prices and inflation or the economy and jobs as the single most important issue…
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U.S. Department of the Treasury Rules for Federal Scholarship Tax Credit
Rules governing the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit provide a pathway for Governor Shapiro to opt Pennsylvania in immediately. What’s New On October 1, 2027, the IRS published…
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He Was Never Supposed to Talk. Now His Parents’ Nonprofit Helps Hundreds of Kids Find Their Voice
Originally published by PennLive. A doctor told Andy and Dorothy Ward that their three-year-old autistic son, Andrew, would never read, write, talk, or type. The…
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U.S. Treasury Releases Final Guidelines on Federal Scholarship Program
Harrisburg, Pa., October 1, 2026—Today, the U.S. Treasury released the final guidelines for the federal scholarship tax credit. The program allows individuals to donate up to $1,700 a year and married…
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School District Reserve Funds Remain Bloated
Overview Pennsylvania school districts hold $12.9 billion in reserve funds, including $7.2 billion in general fund reserves. Public school districts receive more than $23,800 per student–among the highest in the…
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Who Holds Pennsylvania’s Public Schools Accountable?
Originally published by PennLive. A recent PennLive article asks, “Who holds Pennsylvania’s private schools accountable?” That question is easy to answer: parents. Does the…
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Josh Shapiro Gets Stuff Undone
Originally published by the Washington Examiner. Gov. Josh Shapiro built his brand on GSD: getting stuff done. But these days, he seems more…
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When States Lead, America Wins: Featuring Former Gov. Scott Walker [PODCAST]
As governor of Wisconsin, Scott Walker became one of the country’s most prominent advocates for giving states more power to govern—and proved that state-level reforms can have a national impact.
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Pennsylvania Levels the Playing Field for Virtual Students—With Room to Grow
Pennsylvania’s new education code significantly improves required “wellness checks” for students attending cyber charter schools. The final language is far less onerous than earlier…
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Pa. Public Education is Anything but Adequate
Originally published by TribLIVE. Western Pennsylvania school districts have a problem that doesn’t fit neatly into Pennsylvania’s formula for “adequacy funding.” Per recent reporting, several districts…
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Tax Credit Programs Extend School Choice and Enable Kids to Attend Better Schools
Originally published by LNP/Lancaster Online. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit program, which—combined with the Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit program—has…
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School Choice Saves Families Struggling with Affordability
Originally published by RealClear Pennsylvania. Jeri Penrod and his family—his wife and their four children, Chloe, Andrew, Clara, and Ananias—faced financial ruin. But a few timely…
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Funding School Buildings Instead of Students: How State Ready to Learn Block Grants Reward Failing Systems
Summary Under the Ready to Learn Block grant, nearly half of the $565 million increase in 2026 funding goes to 15 school districts. Thirteen of these districts run low-achieving schools.
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When Schools Aren’t Safe, Families Deserve Better Choices
The hazing story coming out of Cheltenham High—in which a 15-year-old football player not only endured sexual assault by his teammates but also was silenced by…
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Millions of Public-School Students are Eligible for New Federal Scholarship
A new scholarship opportunity will soon be available to millions of students nationwide. About 53 million K–12 students—both public- and private-school students—qualify for the new Federal…
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Pennsylvania’s Adequacy Funding Formula Deserves Scrutiny
Originally published by The Bulletin. State Democratic lawmakers, including state Senate Majority Leader Jay Costa, are celebrating the newly passed state budget. “This budget builds on the incredible momentum…
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