By Brian Wallace Several members of a group seeking to open a charter school in School District of Lancaster were unsuccessful in getting a similar school approved in Harrisburg two years ago.

HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Chairman Leon J. Feinerman of the Harrisburg Housing Authority today announced the establishment of a scholarship fund and the initial award of scholarships to Harrisburg High School graduates who live in public housing and plan to go on to higher education.

Being able to take high-quality, high-intensity classes during high school can play a key role in the success of students whose parents have either lower incomes or lower educational levels.

By Bradley A. Winn I applaud the Utah State Board of Education for considering increasing the math and science requirements for high school graduation. Many high school students (and their parents) believe that completing the required courses for high school graduation prepares them for college.

HARRISBURG, Pa., April 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Hundreds of science-minded students and teachers packed the 200 block of Market Street today for the First Annual Harrisburg Science Festival.