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The deadline for FID applications for 2025-26 SY is June 1, after which PDE cannot grant extensions. School entities cannot use an FID without an accepted application. A list of accepted applicants with effective and termination dates can be found on the Flexible Instructional Day Program webpage. If you participate[Read More...]

Bill Requiring AEDs at Schools and School Sporting Events Passes Pa. House CommitteeThe committee also unanimously passed a bill that would require cursive handwriting to be taught in schools. By: John Cole - May 7, 2025 7:25 pm A bill that would require automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to be present[Read More...]

CTE WOMEN CONNECT HOSTED BY THE PACTA CTE WOMEN CAUCUS Join the PACTA CTE Women Caucus for an evening of connection and inspiration. Monday, July 28, 2025 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. GRAND CONCOURSE RESTAURANT PITTSBURGH, PA info@pacareertech.org www.pacareertech.org Information Event Link

Dear Chief School Administrators, I’m excited to share some important and encouraging news with you. Today, Monday, May 5, Amy Lena officially stepped into the role of Deputy Secretary for the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education here at the Department. Many of you already know Amy from her[Read More...]

The Pennsylvania Association of Career and Technical Administrators (PACTA) is pleased to announce the slate of nominees for the 2025-2027 Executive Committee election. These dedicated professionals have been nominated to serve and represent the interests of our members, and we are grateful for their willingness to contribute their time,[Read More...]

Point Park University School of Education Career and Technical Teaching in Practice (CTTP) Certification Program CTE Instructional I and II www.pointpark.edu/cttp A PDE Approved Certification Program for Career and Technical Educators Seeking Certification • Coursework focuses on needs of the Career and Technical educator as a classroom teacher •[Read More...]

Dear Chief School Administrator, I am writing to inform you of a significant development that affects federal COVID relief funding for schools across the Commonwealth. On March 28, 2025, the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) abruptly rescinded prior approval to access Education Stabilization Funds through March 2026. This reversal[Read More...]

So proud to be a member of the Point Park University, School of Education Faculty - where collaboration, innovation, and personalization contribute to excellence. In the Fall of 2024, we responded to the needs identified by Career and Technical Directors across the Commonwealth to provide a new model for[Read More...]

April Meeting Cancellation Notice Due to the Easter/Spring break, April's meeting has been canceled. Please plan to join us for May's membership meeting. May 15, 2025 1:00 PM For questions or concerns, please contact info@pacareertech.org. Cancellation Notice

Message from Acting Secretary Rowe on Federal COVID Funding Dear Partner in Education, At 5:03 p.m. on Friday, March 28, 2025, the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) notified states that it was “modifying the liquidation period” of COVID relief funds previously approved for extended liquidation through March 2026.[Read More...]

PACTA successfully hosted the 2025 State Advocacy Day and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Day on April 2, 2025, at the Pennsylvania State Capitol in Harrisburg. The event brought together career and technical educators, students, and policymakers to highlight the importance of CTE programs and advocate for continued[Read More...]

Central Region Meeting April 9, 2025 SUN Area Technical Institute 11:30 a.m. Western Region Meeting April 25, 2025 Central Westmoreland CTC 9:30 a.m. Eastern Region Meeting April 11, 2025 Schuylkill Technology Center - North Campus 9:00 a.m. Information