Shapiro Administration Invests $6 Million Over Two Years to Provide Free Period Products for Pennsylvania Students, Proposes Another

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March 23, 2026- Pittsburgh, PA

Shapiro Administration Invests $6 Million Over Two Years to Provide Free Period Products for Pennsylvania Students, Proposes Another

Two years ago, the Shapiro Administration secured the first-ever investment in free period products for all Pennsylvania schools, and since then, has invested $6 million to help ensure that girls can focus on their schoolwork and remain in the classroom.

Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen visited Sterrett Classical Academy, in the Pittsburgh School District, to highlight how this historic investment is helping students across Pennsylvania.

"Free period products in schools help ensure that Pennsylvania's more than 650,000 girls have peace of mind - so they can focus on their education," said Dr. Bogen. "This is just the latest example of how the Shapiro Administration is ensuring students are prepared to learn without distractions or struggle. We heard firsthand just how essential this initiative has become over the last two years, and I am proud that Governor Shapiro continues to support its mission."

Free period product funding is being distributed to more than 750 Pennsylvania school districts, intermediate units, career and technical centers, and brick-and-mortar charter schools throughout the Commonwealth.

Speakers Include:
Pittsburgh Sterrett Principal Dr. Michele Holly
Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen
Pittsburgh First Lady Katie O'Connor
Pittsburgh Public Schools Director of Health Services Rae-Ann Green
Pittsburgh Sterrett student

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