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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 2d

Happy Fifth Anniversary to @GenderJusticeFund; thank you for supporting our work! It was a treat to celebrate with such a great group!

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 2d

Happy 50th Birthday, ELC-PA! 🎉

Our staff is proud to celebrate five decades of advocacy, impact, and commitment to educational justice for all students across Pennsylvania.

Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 5d

Pennsylvania’s courts shape what happens in classrooms — from school funding to student rights. ⚖️

🗳 On Nov. 4, PA voters will decide judicial retention elections. Make your voice heard!

Learn how to return your mail ballot or find your polling place: vote.pa.gov

Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 6d

“These policies not only limit educational opportunities but also put vulnerable students, including LGBTQ+ youth, at serious risk,” Kristina Moon, senior attorney with the Education Law Center, said.

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Read our press release here: buff.ly/JE0kxgl

A group checked 193 PA school districts for censorship, LGBTQ+ policies. What did it find?

The Education Law Center noted that Adams, Beaver, Bucks, Lancaster and York counties each have more than two districts with flagged policies.

www.timesonline.com

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 9d

Join ELC-PA’s Black Girls Education Justice Initiative & advocates from Chester Upland, Upper Darby, & Chichester communities for a hybrid Know-Your-Rights workshop tailored for Delaware Co. public school students & their parents/advocates.

Register here: bit.ly/48LUtXV

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 12d

ELC-PA Senior Attorney Margie Wakelin spoke with Chalkbeat Philadelphia about the barriers facing Philadelphia families—particularly Black and Brown families experiencing poverty—whose children were denied the early education services they need and deserve.

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 18d

"The deep slashing of OSERS’ staff is part of a broad effort by this administration to dismantle the Department of Education (“ED”) and unlawfully flout Congress’ authority; in this case, by abandoning enforcement required under IDEA..."

Read more at: bit.ly/3JfCoHj

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 26d

Every child deserves access to a well-resourced, high-quality education — no matter their zip code. Adequate and equitable school funding isn’t optional, it’s a constitutional right.

delco.today/2025/10/will...

Students Are Suffering Because of William Penn’s Funding Crisis

Students are caught in a William Penn funding crisis as the school district cuts extracurricular activities and experiences shortages.

delco.today

Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 29d

Join us in defending the freedom to read. This annual event, launched in 1982, shines a spotlight on efforts to censor books and invites everyone to stand up for open access to ideas. Learn more: bannedbooksweek.org

Want to dig deeper? Check out ELC-PA’s fact sheet: bit.ly/3Ws85jv

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Oct 4

In PA, charter schools operate without the same accountability as public schools — and that’s by design. Families and students deserve better oversight!

www.34st.com/article/2025...

Pennsylvania's Charters Face A Difficult Road

With public education increasingly under threat, do charter schools still make the grade?

www.34st.com

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Oct 3

Happening today at noon!

Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 30

Join us for a lunch & learn webinar this Friday, October 3!

Join us for a free 30-min conversation about the power of state courts - and our power to choose judges.

Register today: bit.ly/4nnom5j

Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 30

Join us for a lunch & learn webinar this Friday, October 3!

Join us for a free 30-min conversation about the power of state courts - and our power to choose judges.

Register today: bit.ly/4nnom5j

Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 26

The William Penn Foundation exemplifies how strategic philanthropy, sustained over time, can drive lasting systemic change. We honor the foundation for its transformational partnership in supporting students across Pennsylvania. #ELCPA50

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 25

Equity cannot just be an aspiration — it must be a lived reality. We honor Jennifer Rice for using her voice and platform to advance opportunity and dignity for women across Philadelphia and beyond. #ELCPA50

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 25

As a longtime champion and advocate, we honor Jolley Bruce Christman for her steadfast dedication to education equity. She has made an indelible impact on ELC-PA’s mission. #ELCPA50

Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 25

“Public education is under attack. But thanks to your support, we are here to fight back.” said Maura McInerney, ELC-PA’s Legal Director #ELCPA50

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 25

ELC-PA’s exec dir, @DHKlehr: “For half a century, ELC has stood with students and families, using the law as a tool to open doors, dismantle barriers, and affirm the simple but powerful truth that education is a right for every child.” #ELCPA50

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 25

Tonight’s centerpieces are a beautiful reminder: adequate & equitable funding is the
foundation of strong, well-resourced schools.

Thank you to the talented Philadelphia public school students from Bache-Martin &
Lingelbach for bringing this vision to life. #ELCPA50

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 25

ELC-PA is celebrating 50 years of fighting for education justice.

Tonight, you can text ELC50
to 844-954-4631 to donate in support of our work! #ELCPA50

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 25

It’s here! Our 50th Anniversary Celebration!

Tonight, we’re thrilled to be honoring Jolley Bruce Christman, Jennifer Rice and the William Penn Foundation.

This event provides major support for ELC's work to secure education!

Details here:
elcpa50.org #ELCPA50

Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 22

Big news! We’re thrilled to welcome Hillary Linardopoulos (she/her) as our new Policy Director.
A longtime educator, advocate, and coalition-builder, Hillary brings deep experience fighting for equity, justice, and strong public schools for every child in PA.

Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 22

🎉 Celebrating 50 years of advancing education equity!

From rewriting discriminatory dress codes to winning a historic school funding case, ELC-PA has stood up for PA’s public schoolchildren since 1975.

Explore our timeline: ➡️ elcpa50.org

Support our mission ➡️ at.elc-pa.org/43ssecl

#ELC50

Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 19

We’re thrilled to welcome Jesse Rubin (she/her), our new Equal Justice Works Fellow sponsored by PNC Bank & Blank Rome LLP! ✨

Jesse will provide legal advocacy & representation to ensure Philadelphia students impacted by interpersonal violence can fully access their education. 💙

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · Sep 18

"We are projected to face a $44 million shortfall within five years," said Keith Miles, supt of the SD of Lancaster. "If the state only provides level funding...we’ll have to make even deeper cuts this year, and our future deficit will balloon."

#pasenate #pagov #pahouse

Lawmakers must compromise on a state budget that delivers essential funding for public schools [column]

As the school year begins, thousands of students across Lancaster are eager to learn, and our educators are ready to teach. Yet, the absence of a finalized state budget casts

lancasteronline.com

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