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Week of 7-7-2025
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Inside this issue
- Federal budget slashes key safety net programs
- PSEA members speak out for education funding
- PSEA job opportunity: Financial accounting analyst
- PEARL & Center for Professional Learning – summer series
- Member Benefits spotlight: URL life insurance
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Federal budget slashes key safety net programs
President Trump signed a controversial federal budget law on July 4, enacting nearly $1 trillion in tax cuts largely benefiting the wealthy, while slashing funding for Medicaid, SNAP, and public schools. A new voucher program will divert billions from public education.
Public opposition is strong: 55 percent of voters disapprove, and PSEA members sent thousands of messages to lawmakers opposing the cuts. Gov. Shapiro warns the impact on Pennsylvania will be severe. Up to 310,000 could lose Medicaid, and 144,000 may lose SNAP benefit, if and when states opt in. With $32 billion in federal support at risk, state leaders say the funding gap is impossible to fill.
“We know what problems we need to solve in public education,” said PSEA President Aaron Chapin. “And this new law addresses none of them. It is deeply disappointing, and we’ll need to work harder than ever to reverse terrible policies that the majority of people strongly oppose.”
Look out for upcoming calls to action on this and other legislation.
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PSEA member speaks out for education funding
On Monday, PSEA member Samantha McNally and other advocates spoke out on education funding at a press conference at the Capitol with an urgent message for lawmakers.
“Far too many promising future educators are forced to walk away because they simply cannot afford to work for free while also paying tuition,” said McNally, president of the Manheim Township Education Association in Lancaster County.
“If we are serious about equity, not just for students, but for the future of the education profession, we must invest in student teacher stipends.”
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PSEA job opportunity: Financial accounting analyst
PSEA is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented financial accounting analyst (accounting coordinator) to join our Financial Management Division in Harrisburg. This position involves overseeing a wide range of financial operations, including general ledger activity, accounts payable, payroll processing, financial reporting, and more. The position also plays a key role in budget development and supports accounting for PSEA’s Health and Welfare Fund.
Ideal candidates will bring at least three years of progressively responsible accounting experience (including supervisory duties), a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field (master’s preferred), and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and enterprise accounting systems. Experience with union or nonprofit accounting is a plus.
To view the full job posting and description, visit www.psea.org/jobs. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@psea.org by July 25.
PSEA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and actively seeks diverse applicants and those committed to working with a broad range of people.
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PEARL & Center for Professional Learning – summer series
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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
- Effective Classroom Management for Today’s Teacher: What Does the Research Tell Us Works?
- Your AI Assistant: Using AI in Planning & Preparation
- Educator Evaluation: Navigating the Policy
- Beautiful Child
- The Body Keeps the Score
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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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Member Benefits spotlight: URL life insurance
URL Insurance Group is the life insurance provider for PSEA members and their families. URL understands that life does not stand still, and it shouldn’t take a lifetime to apply for life insurance coverage. It is important to review your life insurance frequently to ensure you are properly covered for your ever-changing needs.
These life events, and more, can alter your life insurance needs and financial situation. It may be time for a life insurance checkup if you have experienced any of the following life events:
- Retirement or approaching retirement
- Birth or adoption of a child
- Change in marital status
- Purchasing a new home or refinancing
- Incurring new debts/student loans
- Taking care of elderly parents
- Never purchased life insurance before
Coverage starts as low as $5,000 and goes up to $1,000,000 and more. For peace of mind, schedule your life insurance checkup.
Call: 717.500.PSEA (7732)
Email: psea@urlinsgroup.com
Website: www.urlinsgroup.com/psea
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