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Since 1975, Education Law Center-PA has worked to ensure that all Pennsylvania schoolchildren have access to a quality public education. After all, education is a fundamental right.

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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
DAF Day is October 8, 2026! Make a lasting impact for Pennsylvania students by maximizing your charitable giving through a donor-advised fund (DAF). Your contribution to ELC-PA helps protect public institutions of learning and safeguard the rights of students—today and for generations to come.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Thanks @Liz Caples at the Gettysburg Times for covering proposed federal changes that would rewrite Head Start standards—affecting class size, staffing, health/mental-health, workforce qualifications, transportation, and Head Start/Early Head Start components.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Join us for the RMU TREES Network Special Education Conference 2026: Unstoppable Potential: Elevating Every Learner! 📅 October 12, 2026 🕣 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM 💻 Free Virtual Conference ✅ Act 48 Hours Awarded Register here: buff.ly/MT943gu
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Help protect the freedom to read. Since 1982, this annual event has drawn attention to book censorship and inspired communities to champion intellectual freedom and access to information. Learn more: buff.ly/WcMHvrs
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
ICYMI: Our October newsletter is here! This month, we’re celebrating ELC-PA’s 51st anniversary, weighing in on proposed Head Start rule changes, advocating for stronger student-enrollment guidance, and more. Read the full newsletter here: buff.ly/ate4PWy
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
We are proud to honor two extraordinary members of the ELC-PA community at our 51st Anniversary Celebration: Dr. Dorothy Novick and Morgan Lewis.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Tonight, we’re proud to recognize the parents who have partnered with ELC-PA to challenge preschool pushout and advocate for young children across Philadelphia and Pennsylvania. We’re grateful to stand alongside them — and honored to celebrate their leadership tonight.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Tonight, we’re celebrating 51 years of the Education Law Center-PA — and the community that makes our work possible. We’re so glad to be gathered with friends, partners, advocates and supporters who share our commitment to ensuring that every child in PA has access to a quality public education.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
📚 Need support navigating special education services? Join the Local Right to Education Task Force (LTF) for parents of students with disabilities. Connect with families, school staff, and community partners to discuss concerns, share solutions, and access valuable resources.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Christine Gaffney, who served as ELC-PA's Associate Director for twenty years, from 1999 to 2019. During her time with our organization, Chris brought wisdom, compassion, warmth, and unwavering dedication to the fight for educational equity.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Join us ONE week from today! 📅 September 30, 2026 📍 Vie by Cescaphe, Philadelphia 🕠 5:30-8:30 p.m. Learn more and reserve your spot today: bit.ly/elc-pa51
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
⚖️ 📚 Next up in ELC-PA's Know Your Rights series: Resolving Special Education Disagreements Learn what steps families can take when concerns arise about special education services and supports, and explore the dispute resolution options available under the law.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Join us three weeks from today! 📅 September 30, 2026 📍 Vie by Cescaphe, Philadelphia 🕠 5:30-8:30 p.m. Learn more and reserve your spot today: bit.ly/elc-pa51
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Join ELC-PA Senior Attorney Paige Joki and a panel of advocates and legal experts for "AdDRESS for Success", a webinar exploring how affirming and legally compliant dress codes can improve school climate, protect student rights, and promote educational equity. 📅 September 18 ⏰ 3:00-4:30 PM ET
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Dr. Dorothy Novick is a steadfast advocate for children and a valued leader on ELC-PA's Board of Directors. As she concludes her board service, we are proud to recognize her years of dedication to advancing children's health, well-being, and educational opportunity.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Head Start is a model for how we can end preschool pushout — not a program we should deregulate. Its protections against suspending and expelling young children should be expanded to preschools everywhere, not stripped away.
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Bucks County Beacon @buckscountybeacon.com · 02/09/2026
Education Law Center-PA Releases Back-to-School Guide to Keep Families Current on Changes to State and Federal Laws | “It gives families, students ... practical tools they can use to advocate for children and ensure they receive the education and supports to which they are entitled.”
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Education Law Center-PA Releases Back-to-School Guide to Keep Families Current on Changes to State and Federal Laws - Bucks County Beacon
“It gives families, students and child-serving professionals practical tools they can use to advocate for children and ensure they receive the education and supports to which they are entitled,” said ...
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
📚 Back-to-school season is here! ELC-PA's 2026-27 Back to School Guide is now available, featuring practical know-your-rights resources and self-advocacy tools to help Pennsylvania families and advocates prepare for a successful school year.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
🎉 One month until the Education Law Center-PA's 51st Anniversary Celebration! Join us as we honor outstanding education champions and celebrate 51 years of advancing student well-being and educational equity.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
We recognize Morgan Lewis as an honoree at ELC-PA’s 51st Anniversary Celebration. As an Education Visionary supporter, Morgan Lewis demonstrates a commitment to expanding educational opportunity and ensuring students have the resources and protections to thrive. Join us in thanking Morgan Lewis!
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
"Such as [with] Conestoga Valley...[school districts are] not being forced by federal law to adopt a ban on transgender girls participating on girls’ sports teams...
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
📚 Get ready for ELC-PA's 2025 Back to School Guide for Pennsylvania public school students, families, and advocates! The guide will be delivered to subscribers on September 1. 👉 Sign up today: elc-pa.org/subscribe
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Mark your calendars today! We invite you to join us on Sept. 30, 2026, for the Education Law Center’s 51st anniversary celebration at Vie by Cescaphe in Philadelphia. Sponsorships are available now: bit.ly/elc-pa51
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
ICYMI: ELC-PA Senior Attorney Margie Wakelin joins WHYY’s Schooled Rewired: Tech Equity to discuss how technology shapes students’ educational experiences — and why equitable access to learning tools matters for every student in Pennsylvania.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Join ELC-PA Senior Attorney Paige Joki and a panel of advocates and legal experts for "AdDRESS for Success", a webinar exploring how affirming and legally compliant dress codes can improve school climate, protect student rights, and promote educational equity. 📅 September 18 ⏰ 3:00-4:30 PM ET
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Today, parent advocates joined ELC-PA before Philadelphia City Council to call for action to end preschool pushout: the suspension, expulsion, and exclusion of young children from early learning programs. Read our press release here: bit.ly/4buaOkK
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Make a lasting impact for Pennsylvania students by maximizing your charitable giving through a donor-advised fund (DAF). Your contribution to ELC-PA helps protect public institutions of learning and safeguard the rights of students—today and for generations to come.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Please join us in welcoming five outstanding new members to ELC-PA's Board of Directors: Nick Hertel, Kristen E. Murray, Jessica Stow, Patrick Yoest, and Justin Zimmerman. We are excited to have them join our board and look forward to the expertise and leadership they will bring to ELC-PA.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Our August newsletter is here! This month, we cover Phila. City Council Hearing on Preschool Pushout This Thursday, Residential Placement Safeguards, and more. Read the latest updates: conta.cc/3RLkFvK Subscribe to our newsletter: elc-pa.org/subscribe
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Mark your calendars! Join us Sept. 30, 2026, at Vie by Cescaphe in Philadelphia for the Education Law Center’s 51st anniversary celebration. Sponsorships are available; ELC-PA’s premier fundraiser offers a chance to connect with education advocacy stakeholders. buff.ly/XiQkErG
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
“But our schools remain billions of dollars short of the funding the General Assembly identified ... And until every child — wherever they live — has access to a well-funded public school, Pennsylvania's constitutional obligation remains unmet.” said ELC-PA Executive Director Deborah Gordon Klehr.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Pennsylvania lawmakers today approved a third consecutive budget that increases adequacy funding for public schools, providing critical investments for addressing the state’s obligation to adequately and equitably fund our schools.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Legacy gifts are one of the most meaningful investments in the Education Law Center-PA’s mission and ensure that we remain at the forefront of education advocacy for future generations.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
🎉 We're excited to announce the honorees for Education Law Center-PA's 51st Anniversary Celebration on September 30, 2026! 🎉
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
We're proud to share this powerful article by Rose Wehrman, Equal Justice Works Fellow at ELC-PA, featured in The Philadelphia Bar Reporter.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
📬 ICYMI: Our July newsletter is here! This month, we cover the PA budget, important rights for trans student athletes, supporting students navigating intersecting inequities, and more. Read the latest updates. Read the latest updates: conta.cc/4gatysy
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Mark your calendar! We invite you to join us Sept. 30, 2026, for the Education Law Center’s 51st anniversary at Vie by Cescaphe in Philadelphia. Sponsorships are available—ELC-PA’s premier fundraiser is a great chance to connect with education advocacy leaders. We hope you'll celebrate with us.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Read our full statement here: bit.ly/4oTHiKp
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
As June ends, ELC‑PA reaffirms our commitment to celebrating, supporting, and advocating with immigrant communities. We stand with Pennsylvania Immigration Coalition partners and local groups to protect newcomers’ and multilingual students’ right to safely access school and pursue education.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Every child has the right to attend public school regardless of immigration status. Our Immigrant Students' Rights Resource Page offers fact sheets, webinars, and advocacy tools to help students, families, and educators navigate immigration enforcement and disinformation. Explore: buff.ly/WX2TbHI
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Questions About Extended School Year (ESY)? We’ve Got You Covered! ☀️📚 As summer begins, many students with disabilities across Pennsylvania are heading into ESY programs—designed to help prevent the loss of important skills over the break.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
“Preschool pushout is not about children failing to meet expectations — it’s about systems failing to meet children’s needs and violating their rights,” said Rose Wehrman, an attorney and Equal Justice Works Fellow at the Education Law Center-PA. Read the full article: buff.ly/eqcsuNa
disabilityscoop.com
Preschools Disproportionately Kick Out Kids With Disabilities
Children with disabilities as young as 2 are being suspended and expelled from school often for behaviors that are related to their diagnoses, according to a new report detailing their experiences.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
“Our kids cannot afford to wait.” ELC-PA Policy Director Hillary Linardopoulos joined Mayor Cherelle Parker and education leaders and advocates from across Pennsylvania in Harrisburg to urge continued progress toward adequate, equitable public school funding.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
“The push to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education has already affected Pennsylvanians, especially disabled students and people who are experiencing discrimination,” according to ELC-PA Senior Attorney Margie Wakelin. Read the full article here: buff.ly/wjcPt4C
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
COPAA and partners condemn DOJ's interpretation of Olmstead: Action demonstrates the Administration’s clear intent to misapply the law against the rights of individuals with disabilities.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
🚨 New statement from Education Law Center–PA (June 17, 2026) ELC‑PA urges state leaders not to abandon civil‑rights protections after the federal administration unlawfully moved the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) out of the U.S. DOE.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
This June, ELC-PA reaffirms our commitment to celebrating, affirming, and advocating with LGBTQ+ communities. 🌈 We continue to fight efforts to undermine LGBTQ+ students’ rights and provide legal support for those facing harassment or discrimination.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Lead poisoning has lifelong consequences for a child’s education. Thanks to our state representatives for passing House Bill 916 to protect generations of PA kids from lead poisoning.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
ELC-PA urges advocates, lawmakers, judges, professionals, and families to read a new report released today from the National Working Group on Foster Care and Education and American Bar Association’s Legal Center for Foster Care and Education.
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Education Law Center-PA @edlawcenterpa.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
📢 Fellowship applicants wanted! We’re offering postgraduate fellowships in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh starting Fall 2027—seeking candidates committed to racial justice, civil rights, and public interest law. 🗓 Apply by July 6, 2026 🔗 www.elc-pa.org/about/workin...
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