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Updated COVID-19 Operation Guidance for ECE Programs
On May 27, 2022, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) release updated information on COVID-19 operational guidance for Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs.
Behavioral Help for Early Childhood Programs to Prevent Suspension & Expulsion
OCDEL has released two resources to support the efforts of Pennsylvania early childhood program leaders to eliminate suspension and expulsion for young children.
May Recalls on Children's Products
Here is a list of May child-related recalls collected from the major federal agencies.
Deadline Extension: PDE Building Equity-Inclusion-Belonging in the Neighborhood Roadmap
The PDE creating a strategic roadmap for embedding equity, inclusion, and belonging into educators’ everyday work — and child care providers have the opportunity to share their efforts.
UPDATED: Provisional Hire Waivers No Longer Needed
DHS certified child care providers are no longer required to submit a Provisional Hire Waiver Request for Child Care to allow child care employees to work in a certified child care facility on a 45-day provisional basis.
Resources for Families Amid Infant Formula Shortage
The Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) and UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh have provided information regarding the baby formula shortage and guidelines for families who need to find alternatives.
ELRC Region 5 Offering Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid Trainings
ELRC Region 5 is offering several Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid training sessions in May and June 2022 to assist Allegheny County child care providers with recent changes to training requirements.
Extended: Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program Application Period
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income households pay some energy costs associated with heating their home.