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Guiding Principles for Individuals Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19
The expectation continues to be that that if at all feasible, children age two and older and adults, including those who are fully vaccinated, wear masks while in any child care or other early learning settings.
American Rescue Plan: How to Access Funds for Afterschool and Summer Learning Programs
The American Rescue Plan has potential support for afterschool & summer in the amount of $30 billion, including nearly $9 million in state set-asides to serve 9 million children, doubling the amount of children now in programs.
Teaching Policy Fellowship Opportunity
In summer 2021, Teach Plus will launch a Teaching Policy Fellowship in Pennsylvania for teachers looking to deepen their knowledge of education policy.
CCDF State Plan Draft Complete
OCDEL has completed Pennsylvania’s FFY 2022-24 Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Draft State Plan. The public comment period is open and a public hearing will be held virtually on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Streamlining the Keystone STARS Designation System
OCDEL, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Key, has been developing enhancements to Keystone STARS Designation System by adding functionality within the Professional Development (PD) Registry.
CDA Renewal Amnesty Program Deadline Extended to December 2021
Pennsylvania early care and education professionals with a lapsed or expired CDA Credential can apply for the amnesty program.
USDA Issues Flexibilities for Child Care Facilities to Support Safe Reopening and Healthy Meals
The USDA has issued a broad range of flexibilities to allow school meal programs and child care institutions across the country to return to serving healthy meals in fall 2021.
Child Nutrition Recipe Box for Providers
Child Nutrition Recipe Box from the USDA provides Child Nutrition Program operators, including family child care and child care centers, with recipes to prepare healthy and delicious meals.
Remake Learning Days Offers Learning Experiences for Families
Hosted in Southwestern PA from May 6 – 16, 2021, Remake Learning Days brings together a variety of organizations to provide youth and families with innovative learning experiences.