Definitions for "PSSA"
an area that needs special protection through action by IMO because of its significance for ecological, socio-economic, or scientific reasons and which may be vulnerable to damage by international shipping activities
an area that requires special protection because of its ecological, economic, or scientific significance and which may be vulnerable to damage by international maritime activities
Particularly Sensitive Sea Area. A concept introduced by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in order to help protect marine areas that are exposed to specific environmental threats from international maritime activities. Once an area is designated as a Particularly Sensitive Sea Area, specific restrictions, such as ship re-routing, can be introduced in that area.
ennsylvania ystem of chool ssessment: Standards based criterion-referenced assessment used to measure Pennsylvania students' attainment of the academic standards, and determining the degree to which school programs enable students to attain proficiency of the standards. Pennsylvania students in 5th, 8th and 11th grade are assessed in reading and math, and students in grades 6, 9 and 11 are assessed in writing.
acronym for the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment
Public Service Superannuation Act. An Act to provide pension benefits to eligible federal Public Servants and their dependants.