Education in Pennsylvania

WesternU Receives $2.5 Million Grant for Nurse Practitioner, PA Training

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Friday, September 17, 2021

WesternU's College of Graduate Nursing and College of Health Sciences received a $2.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to create the WesternU Integrated Substance Abuse Training Program (WISTP).

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  • WesternU's College of Graduate Nursing and College of Health Sciences received a $2.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to create the WesternU Integrated Substance Abuse Training Program (WISTP).
  • WISTP is designed as a one-year, limited employment, transition-to-practice training program for nationally-certified nurse practitioners and PAs.
  • "In today's environment, there is the need to have a primary care provider with expert knowledge of the substance abuse continuum.
  • The program augments what the PA trainee learned in basic education and allows them to be full members of the health care team."

Spring Data Shows More Students Underprepared for Grade-Level Work Than Years Past

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Thursday, July 1, 2021

In the spring, 64 percent of students took the Diagnostic assessments inside of a school buildingan increase from 28 percent in the fall.

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  • In the spring, 64 percent of students took the Diagnostic assessments inside of a school buildingan increase from 28 percent in the fall.
  • According to the analysis of students testing in school, fewer students are on grade level this spring compared with historical averages.
  • The number of students performing at grade level increased since the beginning of the year, showing that students did make progress.
  • For example:
    65 percent of Grade 3 students are on grade level in reading this spring versus 72 percent historically.

Reach Cyber Charter School Celebrates 2021 Senior Class

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021

HARRISBURG, Pa., June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Pomp and circumstance are in order today as 648 graduates from Reach Cyber Charter School, a unique, tuition-free, online public charter across Pennsylvania, come together virtually to celebrate their academic achievements with school administrators, teachers, families and friends.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Pomp and circumstance are in order today as 648 graduates from Reach Cyber Charter School, a unique, tuition-free, online public charter across Pennsylvania, come together virtually to celebrate their academic achievements with school administrators, teachers, families and friends.
  • The honors and accolades they've achieved, while navigating through this challenging year, prove they are prepared for whatever comes next after graduation," said Jane Swan, Reach Cyber Charter School CEO.
  • The 2021 Reach Cyber graduates are diverse, representing different backgrounds, educational histories and locations across Pennsylvania.
  • Reach Cyber Charter School is a unique, tuition-free, online public charter for K-12 students across Pennsylvania.

PA Cyber To Graduate Nearly 1,100 Students

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

MIDLAND, Pa., June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- It's a time of hope and celebration for nearly 1,100 students at the Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School (PA Cyber) as they prepare for the next phase of their lives following commencement this week.

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  • MIDLAND, Pa., June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- It's a time of hope and celebration for nearly 1,100 students at the Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School (PA Cyber) as they prepare for the next phase of their lives following commencement this week.
  • Virtual commencement ceremonies will be held for students on both sides of the state on June 8, with eastern students graduating at 7:30 p.m. and western students graduating at 5:30 p.m.
    "We are excited to be able to return to an in-person graduation," said Brian Hayden, CEO of PA Cyber.
  • Serving students in kindergarten through 12th grade, the Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School (PA Cyber) is one of the largest, most experienced, and most successful online public schools in the nation.
  • As a public school, PA Cyber is open for enrollment by any school-age child residing in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and does not charge tuition to students or families.

Insight Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School Class of 2021 To Be Celebrated with Online & In-Person Graduation Ceremonies

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

After a school year like no other, Insight Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School ( Insight PA ), an online public school serving K-12 students throughout the state since 2017, will celebrate its graduates with a virtual & in-person commencement ceremony at Clippers Magazine Stadium on June 5th.

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  • After a school year like no other, Insight Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School ( Insight PA ), an online public school serving K-12 students throughout the state since 2017, will celebrate its graduates with a virtual & in-person commencement ceremony at Clippers Magazine Stadium on June 5th.
  • Details of the graduation ceremonies are as follows:
    WHEN: Saturday, June 5th, 2021, 11AM at Clippers Magazine Stadium in Lancaster.
  • Insight Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School is an online public charter school authorized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education that serves students in grades K through 12.
  • As part of the Pennsylvania public school system, Insight PA is available to all Pennsylvania residents and empowers students to engage, learn and succeed.

21st Century Cyber Charter School Announces Exciting Opportunity for Senior, Tiana M.

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Friday, May 7, 2021

b'WEST CHESTER, Pa., May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 21st Century Cyber Charter School is proud to announce that senior student, Tiana M, has been selected to travel to Greece and serve refugees in crisis at Camp Moira.

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  • b'WEST CHESTER, Pa., May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 21st Century Cyber Charter School is proud to announce that senior student, Tiana M, has been selected to travel to Greece and serve refugees in crisis at Camp Moira.
  • After graduating from 21st Century Cyber Charter School , Tiana plans to pursue her dream of working at a daycare for kids who have disabilities.\nThe entire 21st Century Cyber Charter School is inspired by Tiana and her fellow students.\nInterim CEO, Brian Cote, says Tiana\'s story is a great example of the mission of 21st Century Cyber Charter School.
  • "\nAbout 21st Century Cyber Charter School:\nEstablished in 2001, 21st Century Cyber Charter School serves Pennsylvania students in grades 6 through 12.
  • 21st Century\'s asynchronous learning environment provides students with 24/7 course access, and a 56-hour per week window where they can work one on one with PA certified, highly qualified teachers.\nBrian Cote, 21st Century Cyber Charter School, 484-875-5400, [email protected]\n'

Allegheny Financial Group Announces Good Neighbor Awards Recipients

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Monday, March 15, 2021

Allegheny Financial Group, a financial planning and investment management firm, announced today the recipients of its Seventh Annual Good Neighbor Awards.

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  • Allegheny Financial Group, a financial planning and investment management firm, announced today the recipients of its Seventh Annual Good Neighbor Awards.
  • The seven award recipients include: Girls on the Run programs at Shaler Area Elementary Schools, HEARTH, North Hills Art Center, North Hills Food Bank, Northgate School District, North Hills Community Outreach, and Shaler North Hills Library.
  • Allegheny Financial Group co-founder and partner, James J. Browne, CFP, stated, We commend our North Hills neighbors for the outstanding work they do to support, educate, and improve our community especially during these difficult times.
  • To learn more about these organizations missions and community efforts, or to make a donation, visit:
    Established in 1976 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Allegheny Financial Group, LTD is an SEC-registered investment advisory firm that assists clients in every aspect of their financial life, including financial planning, portfolio management, market analysis, risk management, and business and estate planning.

Trust a Leader in Online School … Florida Cyber Charter Academy Now Accepting Enrollment Applications for the 2021-2022 School Year

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Florida Cyber Charter Academy (FLCCA), an online public charter school, is now accepting enrollment applications for the 2021-2022 school year.

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  • Florida Cyber Charter Academy (FLCCA), an online public charter school, is now accepting enrollment applications for the 2021-2022 school year.
  • Combining online instruction, a rigorous curriculum and the support of state-licensed teachers, FLCCA provides a personalized learning experience.
  • FLCCAs enrollment season comes at a time when more than 70% of U.S. parents agree that online education should be an ongoing option after the pandemic subsides.
  • Florida Cyber Charter Academy (FLCCA) is a full-time public school available to students in grades K-12.

Trust the Leader in Online School: Insight Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School Now Accepting Enrollments for 2021-2022 School Year

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Thursday, February 25, 2021

After an academic year like no other, Insight Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School (Insight PA), a full-time online public-school academy serving K-12 students throughout the state, is welcoming students to enroll for the 2021-2022 school year.

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  • After an academic year like no other, Insight Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School (Insight PA), a full-time online public-school academy serving K-12 students throughout the state, is welcoming students to enroll for the 2021-2022 school year.
  • Insight PA is tuition-free to all students who reside in Pennsylvania, staffed by state-licensed teachers, and is an authorized online public-school program of the Pennsylvania Public School System.
  • Insight Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School is an online public charter school authorized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education that serves students in grades K through 12.
  • As part of the Pennsylvania public school system, Insight PA is available to all Pennsylvania residents and empowers students to engage, learn and succeed.

Experience Matters: Agora Cyber Charter School Now Accepting Enrollments for 2021-2022 School Year

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Wednesday, February 24, 2021

After an academic year like no other, Agora Cyber Charter School ( Agora ), is open for enrollment, starting tomorrow.

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  • After an academic year like no other, Agora Cyber Charter School ( Agora ), is open for enrollment, starting tomorrow.
  • Agora, established in 2005, is an online public school for Pennsylvania students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
  • Supported by PA-certificated teachers, school counselors, and regionally assigned family coaches, each Agora student is actively engaged in all facets of their own schooling.
  • Agora Cyber Charter School, established in 2005, is a full-time, online public-school serving Pennsylvania students in grades K-12.