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Week of 2-16-2026
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Inside this issue
- PSEA recommends Shapiro/Davis for reelection in 2026
- PSEA’s Keystone to Democracy is our antidote to Project 2025
- Representation matters to PSEA
- Become an Education Defender and find out why PA is the Keystone to Democracy
- Member Benefits spotlight: Aetna Dental Access discount dental program
- PEARL & Center for Professional Learning
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PSEA recommends Shapiro/Davis for reelection in 2026
PSEA backs Gov. Josh Shapiro and Lt. Gov. Austin Davis for their reelection bid in 2026.
Why? Over the past three years, public schools have seen more than $2.1 billion in increased funding, real progress has been made on fixing Pennsylvania’s unconstitutional funding system, and we’ve seen the expansion of student mental health supports; universal free breakfast; and a first-ever student teacher stipend program to strengthen the educator pipeline.
“PSEA is proud to recommend Gov. Shapiro and Lt. Gov. Davis in the 2026 election,” said PSEA President Aaron Chapin. “We need their leadership to continue progress toward achieving adequacy in school funding, addressing our students’ nutrition and mental health needs, and building a stronger teacher pipeline in Pennsylvania.”
For PSEA members, it’s about keeping the momentum of the Shapiro administration going and continuing the push for fair funding, stronger supports, and respect for the work you do every day.
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PSEA’s Keystone to Democracy is our antidote to Project 2025
Press the play button above to see a video that describes how Project 2025 impacts you.
We are not in this alone. As PSEA members, we have each other’s backs. The Keystone to Democracy project is how we will provide facts about Project 2025 and learn how we can protect our schools, our students, and our members.
Click the thumbnail above to watch a video we produced to raise awareness.
Click the button below to learn more about Keystone to Democracy.
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Representation matters to PSEA
Each February, PSEA celebrates Black History Month by recognizing the achievements, resilience, and leadership of Black educators, students, and community members.
Representation matters. When students see themselves reflected in the stories they learn, the teachers who guide them, and the leaders who inspire them, it strengthens their sense of belonging and belief in what’s possible. By uplifting diverse voices, like Spanish teacher Nick Coombs in the video above, and promoting culturally responsive teaching, we reaffirm our commitment to creating schools where every student feels seen, valued, and respected.
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Become an Education Defender and find out why PA is the Keystone to Democracy
We’re witnessing unprecedented attacks on our profession. And it’s taking a toll on current educators, support professionals, and anyone interested in pursuing a career in education. We all feel it and we all see it, in our commonwealth and across the nation. It’s time to do something about it.
Click the thumbnail above to hear from a colleague who has joined the fight. And click the “Learn More” button below to find out how you can too.
Whether you have five minutes or a few hours, your voice and your actions matter. We are stronger together. The time to act is now.
Join us.
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Member Benefits spotlight: Aetna Dental Access discount dental program
Smile brighter with savings at over 262,000* available dental practice locations nationwide. Use your card over and over again to keep your teeth sparkling clean!
For one flat household rate of just $8 per month, PSEA members and their legal dependents up to age 26 can access dental savings through Aetna Dental Access.
- In most instances, save 15% to 50% per visit.**
- Save on dental services such as cleanings, X-rays, crowns, root canals, and fillings.
Learn more about this new program below:
*As of April 2020.
**Actual costs and savings vary by provider, service, and geographical area. The discount program provides access to the Aetna Dental Access network. This network is administered by Aetna Life Insurance Company (ALIC). Neither ALIC nor any of its affiliates offers or administers the discount program. Neither ALIC nor any of its affiliates is an affiliate, agent, representative, or employee of the discount program. Dental providers are independent contractors and not employees or agents of ALIC or its affiliates. ALIC does not provide dental care or treatment and is not responsible for outcomes.
(Not available to VT residents.)
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PEARL & Center for Professional Learning
Visit PEARL today and choose from more than 95 asynchronous courses available for Act 48 credit and Chapter 14 verification.
You can find multiple courses that interest you in any of these tracks:
- Book Studies
- Educational Equity
- Pedagogy
- Policy
- Pupil Services
- Special Populations
- Technology in Education
- SEL & Wellness
- Taking PVAAS Beyond the Score: Using Student Reports to Inform Instruction
- Creating Legally Sound and Student-Centered IEPs
- Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in the Classroom Today: What Is It and What Does It Look Like?
- Learning by Mistake: 12 Strategies to Turn Student Errors into Opportunities
- Americanized: Rebel Without a Green Card
- See Me After Class: Advice for Teachers by Teachers (2024 edition)
Earn postgraduate credits from PennWest University for $70 each!
More than 150 postgraduate credits are available across a wide range of teaching and learning topics.
These postgraduate credits (micro-credentials) can count toward the 24 credits required for a Level II certificate and also may count toward salary advancement.*
For support professionals, these courses may meet Chapter 14 requirements.**
*Check your contract to determine if you can apply standalone postgraduate credits for column movement.
**Seek approval from your employer prior to completing hours to apply toward Chapter 14 requirements.
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