OCDEL is seeking to award funds to qualified applicants for the implementation or continuation of Family Support Programs.

The awards recognize individuals or programs that have demonstrated support to children and their families through: embracing diversity and full inclusion as strengths, upholding fundamental principles of fairness and justice, and/or working to eliminate structural inequities that limit equitable learning opportunities.

DHS is asking early childhood education professionals and child care providers for stories about their work in the field.

The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is conducting a new survey to gather current data from the field to inform federal and state actions on child care.

The Pennsylvania Key will host recurring office hours for Spanish speaking early childhood education providers interested in applying for the ARPA Stabilization grant.

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced changes to CCW that will decrease costs to families who qualify for subsidized care and add incentives for child care providers to participate in the program.

The ELRC Region 5 has joined forces with early childhood community partners in Allegheny County to create a Rapid Response Team that provides immediate support in the event that a child is in danger of suspension or expulsion.

ELRC Region 5 offices will be operating on a modified schedule for the holidays.