Educators in the Commonwelath of Pennsylvania who register for and attend the Ethnography Forum in February 2026 (at the special, discounted rate of $50.00) are also eligible to earn up to 14 Act 48 hours at no additional cost. Paula Rogers at progers@upenn.edu, and write "Act 48 Hours" in the subject line to let us know you specifically registered for this purpose. If you have any questions at all, feel free to reach out to Paula for assistance.

For more detailed information about Act 48 requirements and the Pennsylvania Department of Education's PERMS (Professional Education Record Management System), please visit the official Act 48 and PERMS webpage. There, you can find comprehensive guidance on regulations, reporting, and educator professional development in Pennsylvania. You can also access answers to frequently asked questions to better understand how Act 48 Hours and the PERMS system work.