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Applications Available for Federal Summer Child Nutrition Program
Applications are now open for a new federal child nutrition program known as SUN Bucks that aims to keep children fed during the summer months when they are not in school.
Report Touts States With Initiatives to Improve Teacher Recruitment and Retention
Start Strong PA has released a new report that describes how other states are tackling the child care teacher shortage by funding initiatives that improve recruitment and retention of staff.
ELRC Formula, Diaper Banks Announce New Closing Time
The Early Learning Resource Center's formula and diaper banks in downtown Pittsburgh have announced a new closing time of 4:30 p.m.
Pennsylvania Meets U.S. Department of Education’s Highest Recognition of Parts B and C of IDEA
Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning’s (OCDEL) Bureau of Early Intervention Services and Family Supports has announced that the U.S. Department of Education has determined that the state meets the requirements and purposes of Part C and Part B of the Individuals with Disability Education Act (IDEA).
Allegheny County Parents and Family Members Invited to Take Early Intervention Survey
Parents and family members of children in Allegheny County are invited to participate in a survey regarding their experience with early intervention services in the county.
City Wants Input on Baxter Park Improvement Plan
The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy and the city want to hear input from residents on the Baxter Park Improvement Plan.
Pennsylvania Center for the Book Announces 2024 Baker’s Dozen Booklist Selections
The Pennsylvania Center for the Book has included 13 books for its 21st annual “A Baker’s Dozen: The Best Children’s Books for Family Literacy.”
Cross & Strauss Playground Opens on Pittsburgh’s North Side
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey and city officials celebrated the opening last week of the Cross & Strauss Playground on Pittsburgh’s North Side.
ALSC Releases 2024 Summer Reading Lists for Children
The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) has released summer reading lists for four age groups that include more than 20 books each and are free to download.