Fetterman Celebrates $15 Million in Funding for Pennsylvania School Districts

November 10, 2026 Fetterman Celebrates $15 Million in Funding for Pennsylvania School Districts WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) announced $15 million in funding to two Allegheny County school districts through the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Renew America’s Schools program. This federal funding, which has been frozen by the administration since last year, will now go to Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) and Wilkinsburg School District (WSD) over the next five years. “Bringing money back to our public schools ensures every child not only receives the education they deserve but in a place that’s safe and comfortable,” said Senator Fetterman. “I applaud DOE for taking necessary action to provide funding for crucial upgrades to ensure students in Pittsburgh and Wilkinsburg are able to learn in proper conditions.” The Renew America’s Schools program will provide technical assistance to support critically needed infrastructure and HVAC upgrades to 20 outdated school buildings along with the necessary trained workforce to perform the upgrades, and education for regional school districts to create efficient and cost-effective schools. PPS, the second largest school system in Pennsylvania, provides educational services to 18,380 kindergarten through 12th grade students. WSD serves 535 kindergarten through 6th grade students.