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Request for Applications: 2022-23 PA Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program
A competitive application process for the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program to disperse available state expansion funding to eligible grantees beginning in FY 2022-23.
Career Pathway: Level A-Plus Changes
Effective July 1, 2022, non-regionally accredited Associate of Specialized Business/Associate of Specialized Technology will be removed from the Career Pathway Level A Plus.
Child Care Providers Needed for Keystone STARS Focus Groups
Early childhood education providers working in Pennsylvania child care who have knowledge of, or experience with, the Keystone STARS system are invited to participate in an online focus group in February.
ECE Lending Library Open House
The Trying Together Early Childhood Education (ECE) Lending Library will host an open house for all early learning providers on Saturday, February 19.
Deadline Extended: 2022 Terri Lynne Lokoff Teacher Awards
Applications for the 2022 Terri Lynne Lokoff Teacher Awards are being accepted through February 15, 2021.
Deadline Extended: Child Development Associate Program for Spring 2022
Looking to receive a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential? Check out Trying Together’s programs to get certified, renew your certification, and more.
T.E.A.C.H. Scholarships for STAR 1 and 2 Providers Available
Additional funds are available to support approximately 100 more scholarships for staff employed in STAR 1 and STAR 2 programs.
Health and Safety Training Requirement Updates for Child Care Providers
All staff in certified child care programs must have preservice or orientation training (to be completed within three months) and an annual minimum of 12 hours in health and safety professional development.
UnConference: Creating a Safe Place with Trauma-Informed Care
Registration is now open for Trying Together’s “UnConference: Creating a Safe Place with Trauma-Informed Care,” which will be held February 8 to February 18, 2022.