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Exploring Nearby Nature Professional Development Series Available
Learn about how nature supports children’s physical health, social and emotional well-being, and cognitive growth.
Spring 2024 T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship Application Now Open
Early childhood education professionals interested in attending college in the Spring 2024 semester can now submit applications to receive a T.E.A.C.H. (Teacher Education And Compensation Helps) Scholarship and earn their teaching degree at little to no personal cost.
Poster Series for Helping Kids who have Experienced Trauma
Heal PA and Bright Start, Bright Kids, Bright Futures have created a poster series for early childhood educators to help children who have experienced trauma.
Poll Reveals Increases in Child Communication Disorders and Need for Early Intervention Services
A national poll of audiologists and speech-language pathologists recently revealed an increase in child medical referrals for parental concerns about hearing, speech, and language delays or disorders.
Apply: The P.R.I.D.E. Teacher Cohort
The P.R.I.D.E. Teacher Cohort is a free forum for exploring, sharing, and utilizing resources that will enable educators to support the positive racial identity development of children.
Webinar Available: 2023 Keystone STARS Performance Standards
The recorded webinar provides information on the updates and edits that have been made to the 2023 Keystone STARS Performance Standards.
The Pennsylvania Key Offering Spanish Office Hours
The Pennsylvania Key will host recurring office hours for Spanish speaking early childhood education providers interested in learning more about the Professional Development (PD) Registry.
Families, Early Educators, and Communities Invited to Share Input
Southwestern Pennsylvania residents are invited to take a short survey to help inform a public relations campaign aimed at attracting job seekers to the Early Childhood Education field.
Public Review Period Open for CDA Competencies Standards Changes
The proposed enhancements impact the knowledge, skills, and preparation of early childhood educators regarding the need for greater equity and inclusivity in early childhood education.