Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) continues to be a leader in producing a comprehensive set of documents detailing PA state mandates pertaining to education. BCIU Early Childhood and Student Services Director Dr. Michelle Reichard-Huff has again provided PAPSA and its members with excellent updated documents regarding these mandates. This latest version was updated March 2024. Many thanks to Dr. Reichard-Huff and her BCIU team!!

For reference, please see the following 2024 State Mandates Documents created by the Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU):
-BCIU_Mandates:_March2024__
https://papsa-web.org/wp-content/uploads/BCIU_Mandates_March2024__.pdf
-BCIU_Mandates_March 2024_SummarySheetofRevisions__
https://papsa-web.org/wp-content/uploads/BCIU_Mandates_March-2024_SummarySheetofRevisions__.pdf​
-BCIU_MandatesChecklist_March2024__
https://papsa-web.org/wp-content/uploads/BCIU_MandatesChecklist_March2024__.pdf
-BCIU_MandatesChecklist_March2024_Summary Sheet of Revisions__
https://papsa-web.org/wp-content/uploads/BCIU_MandatesChecklist_March2024_Summary-Sheet-of-Revisions__.pdf

The creation of the State Mandates Document stems from a concerted effort to enhance communication and ensure clarity regarding the numerous regulations and requirements outlined in the Pennsylvania School Code that govern our education system as well as federal regulations impacting school entities. Acknowledging the intricate and evolving nature of educational policies, this document serves as a consolidated resource, offering school leaders a comprehensive overview of their obligations mandated by the state and by federal regulations.

One of the primary objectives behind developing this document is to equip school leaders with the knowledge and understanding necessary to effectively navigate the regulatory landscape. By clearly outlining the legal requirements and expectations placed upon schools, it serves as a valuable reference point for ensuring adherence to state and federal mandates and regulations.

Furthermore, the State Mandates Checklist provides school leaders with a succinct summary of training/drills, reporting, policies/plans, and personnel requirements. This checklist serves as a convenient reference for school code and education policy obligations, detailing how to accomplish each requirement, the intended audience, frequency, and due dates to ensure adherence at all levels of the education system.

The BCIU provides these documents to the school districts and career and technology centers served within Berks County at no cost. Additionally, Intermediate Units across the Commonwealth are provided an opportunity to subscribe to this service which are customized for their use within their region.

Should you have any questions or require additional information regarding the State Mandates Documents, please do not hesitate to contact me or Mrs. Toni Cramp, BCIU Executive Office Program Administrator, at 610-898-8956.