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PPS approves closures of 12 schools.
The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board of Directors voted 6-2 with one abstention on May 27 to permanently shutter nine school buildings and close three additional schools despite concerns from parents…
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Directors accept over $8 million in Early-Intervention grant funding.
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Pittsburgh Public Schools approves 2% property tax hike, adding ~$13/ year for the average homeowner.
The Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) board approved its 2026 budget, including a 2% property tax increase, with a 6 to 3 vote during a legislative meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 17.