Our Journalist Roundtable for April 25 included Ivy DeJesus from PennLive and David Payne, The Spark producer and former Radio Pennsylvania Reporter. In this episode, DeJesus reported the life and legacy of Pope Francis including his reaction to the clergy sex abuse scandal in PA. Payne discussed his report at the 2015 World Meeting of Families and offers firsthand perspective on Francis’s impact in Philadelphia and beyond.

Our Journalist Roundtable for April 25 included Ivy DeJesus from PennLive and David Payne, The Spark producer and former Radio Pennsylvania Reporter. In this episode, <a href="https://www.pennlive.com/news/2025/04/for-survivors-of-clergy-sex-abuse-in-pa-and-beyond-pope-francis-changed-little.html">DeJesus</a> reported the life and legacy of Pope Francis including his reaction to the clergy sex abuse scandal in PA. Payne discussed his report at the 2015 World Meeting of Families and offers firsthand perspective on Francis&rsquo;s impact in Philadelphia and beyond.

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from WITF, hosts Scott LaMar and Aniya Faulcon start the conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at https://witf.org/programs/the-spark.

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from <a href="https://www.witf.org">WITF</a>, hosts Scott LaMar and Aniya Faulcon start the conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at <a href="https://witf.org/programs/the-spark">https://witf.org/programs/the-spark</a>.

The Spark

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from WITF, hosts Scott LaMar and Aniya Faulcon start the conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at <a href="https://witf.org/programs/the-spark">https://witf.org/programs/the-spark</a>.

Journalist Roundtable:  Life & Legacy of Pope Francis, Pa

The Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators (PASA) and the Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials (PASBO) will hold a press conference to call for urgent legislative action on cyber charter funding reform. Education leaders from across the Commonwealth will gather on the front steps of the Capitol to highlight the financial impact on public schools and outline specific, actionable reforms to improve fairness, accountability, and transparency in cyber charter operations. 

The Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators (PASA) and the Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials (PASBO) will hold a press conference to call for urgent legislative action on cyber charter funding reform. Education leaders from across the Commonwealth will gather on the front steps of the Capitol to highlight the financial impact on public schools and outline specific, actionable reforms to improve fairness, accountability, and transparency in cyber charter operations.&nbsp;

Cyber Charter Schools Ask for Reform in Pa. 

History buffs and curious visitors alike will have the rare opportunity to experience early American industry in action during the upcoming Open House at the Bowmansville Roller Mill on May 17, hosted by the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County.

Built in 1850—and with roots going back to 1737, even before George Washington was born—the Bowmansville Roller Mill stands as one of Lancaster County’s last two fully functional water-powered mills. On May 17, guests will not only tour this remarkable structure but also witness live milling and sawmill demonstrations, offering an authentic glimpse into 19th-century life.

History buffs and curious visitors alike will have the rare opportunity to experience early American industry in action during the upcoming Open House at the <a href="https://hptrust.org/hidden-treasures-bowmansville-roller-mill/">Bowmansville Roller Mill</a> on May 17, hosted by the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County.
Built in 1850&mdash;and with roots going back to 1737, even before George Washington was born&mdash;the Bowmansville Roller Mill stands as one of Lancaster County&rsquo;s last two fully functional water-powered mills. On May 17, guests will not only tour this remarkable structure but also witness live milling and sawmill demonstrations, offering an authentic glimpse into 19th-century life.

Bowmansville Roller Mill Hosts Historic Open House on May 17

In a new exhibit, York College students are breathing life back into one of York’s long-silent landmarks: Zion Lutheran Church. The church, which has been vacant for more than 30 years, is the centerpiece of a student-led public history project that uncovers not only its architectural grandeur but its deep-rooted legacy of community outreach, social justice, and cultural connection.

The project is the product of a collaboration between York College's Museum Studies course and the York County Economic Alliance (YCEA). For Associate Professor Dr. Jacqueline Beatty, who teaches the course, the exhibit represents the kind of hands-on, community-engaged work that transforms student learning.

In a new exhibit, York College students are breathing life back into one of York&rsquo;s long-silent landmarks: Zion Lutheran Church. The church, which has been vacant for more than 30 years, is the centerpiece of a student-led public history project that uncovers not only its architectural grandeur but its deep-rooted legacy of community outreach, social justice, and cultural connection.
The project is the product of a collaboration between <a href="https://www.ycp.edu/news/york-college-students-reveal-stories-historic-church-first-friday-exhibit">York College's Museum Studies</a> course and the <a href="https://www.yceapa.org/">York County Economic Alliance (YCEA)</a>. For Associate Professor Dr. Jacqueline Beatty, who teaches the course, the exhibit represents the kind of hands-on, community-engaged work that transforms student learning.

Journalist Roundtable: Life & Legacy of Pope Francis, Pa

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