The Internal Assessment Process (IAP), which began in fiscal year 20-21 will continue for the entire fiscal year 21-22 for Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs in Keystone STARS working toward STAR 3 and 4 designation.

OCDEL has released Announcement C-21-01 Waiver of Child Care Facility Regulations to inform child care center, group child care home, and family child care home operators of the procedures for requesting a waiver of DHS regulations.

With teachers, school staff, and child care professionals now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, OCDEL is reminding those who are vaccinated to continue to wear masks, wash hands, use hand sanitizer, physical distance, and follow other safety measures.

Join The Life Safety Pro Founder Jeremy Manke for a blended (online and in-person) Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid Training course.

The Early Learning Resource Center Region 5 and local humanitarian aid organization Global Links are partnering to deliver protective and cleaning supplies to all licensed child care operators in Allegheny County.

To ensure a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of its members, the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is requesting responses to its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Survey from current and former members.

United Way of Pennsylvania is conducting its second impact survey that will be used to inform how to best support Pennsylvania families throughout long-term recovery and beyond.