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OCDEL Bureau of Certification Services Podcast Covers Topics for Child Care Providers
For those seeking news and information on the state Office of Child Development and Early Learning’s (OCDEL) Bureau of Certification Services, a good place to start would be The Confluence Podcast.
Public Source Survey Seeks Responses on Federal Cuts to Summer Programs
Public Source is calling on Pittsburgh residents to respond to a survey regarding how they are handling federal cuts that are affecting summer and out-of-school time programs.
OCDEL Makes Announcement About Providers’ Access to First Aid and CPR
The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL)’s Bureau of Policy and Professional Development has released an announcement regarding providers’ access to free First Aid and CPR training.
Lt. Gov. Davis Hosts Roundtable on PA Child Care Staffing Crisis
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis and Second Lady Blayre Holmes Davis recently hosted a roundtable involving the state’s child care staffing crisis, discussing how it is affecting families, businesses, and the state economy.
WQED Lists 14 Books for Families to Celebrate Juneteenth
WQED Kids has released a list of books that families with young children can utilize to spark conversations about Freedom Day’s history and traditions.
PA One Book Program Helps to Instill Love of Reading in Young Children
Families, child care providers, libraries, and community organizations can help to nurture a love of reading in young children through the Pennsylvania One Book program, which offers free, engaging resources to support early literacy and meaningful reading experiences.
OCDEL Kicks Off 2025 Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip
The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) has released its 2025 Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip.
CitiParks Releases Guide to Summer 2025 Activities in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh has announced the release of its 2025 CitiParks Summer Guide that includes information on everything from events and farmers markets to holiday-related activities.
Trying Together to Host Monthly Virtual Professional Development Sessions on Early Childhood Topics
Trying Together will host virtual sessions on every third Wednesday of the month for its professional development series that is focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators.