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PA State Parks to Host Fish-For-Free Day on July 4
Pennsylvania’s state parks will allow families to fish on state waterways without a fishing license on July 4.
Resources for July Observances
Various organizations, states, and nations recognize a number of observances each month. Resources can help parents, caregivers, and child care professionals acknowledge and navigate them.
Afterschool Alliance and NAA Partner for Afterschool Workforce Initiative
The Afterschool Alliance and the National AfterSchool Association (NAA) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at fostering a skilled and stable workforce within the afterschool and summer field to ensure increased access to quality programming for children and youth.
ECELS Warns of Water Bead Dangers for Children
Healthy Child Care Pennsylvania’s Early Childhood Education Linkage System (ECELS) is advising parents and early child care providers about the possible dangers of water beads.
Free Air Conditioners Available Through Utility Assistance Program
Pennsylvania residents who receive federally funded weatherization assistance could be eligible to get free air conditioners or repairs this summer.
Report Details the Effects of PA Child Care Crisis on Working Mothers
A new report looks at the economic impact of gaps in Pennsylvania’s child care system on working mothers in the state.
Study Analyzes Indoor Air Quality in Child Care Centers
A pilot project published by Women for a Healthy Environment recently investigated the efficiency of Medifyair Air Filter in reducing PM2.5 concentrations in eight child care centers in four areas of Philadelphia.
OCDEL to Kick Off Third Annual Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip
The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) will kick off its third annual, eight-week virtual Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip on Monday, June 24.
New Look and Website Coming for COMPASS
COMPASS, an online tool for Pennsylvanians to apply for health and human service programs, will debut a new look and website URL in mid-June.