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Free Summer Camp Curriculum Available
The curriculum, Best Day Ever!, is designed by teachers for teachers. Lesson plans are available for preschool and school-age students.
New Text4FamilyServices Available for Head Start Professionals
The text messaging service is dedicated to supporting and enhancing the vital work of Head Start and Early Head Start family services professionals, supervisors, and other staff who work directly with families.
Expanded Food Assistance Eligibility for Families Facing Food Insecurity
More Pennsylvanians experiencing food insecurity are now eligible for support from Pennsylvania’s network of food banks and pantries.
Juneteenth Celebrations in the Pittsburgh Area
Several organizations in the Pittsburgh area are hosting Juneteenth celebrations this weekend.
Greater Pittsburgh Infant Formula Bank Available to Families
The Greater Pittsburgh Infant Formula Bank is a resource to support families in need of baby formula during a personal, situational, or financial emergency/crisis.
Survey: Marketing Needs for Child Care Providers
OCDEL is asking child care providers for input on their marketing needs.
Tip for ARPA Stabilization Grant Reporting
OCDEL is instructing administrators to ensure that they are entering all reporting and care level capacity amounts before submitting their ARPA Stabilization Grant reports.
Join the Virtual Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip
The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) is going on a virtual Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip from June to August 2022.
Register: Live Demonstration of New Keystone STARS Designation System
The Pennsylvania’s Professional Development (PD) Registry will be holding a live demonstration of the new Keystone STARS Designation System for directors, administrators, and owners of child care programs in Pennsylvania.