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Focus On the Future: Market Research Survey
NAEYC is conducting a survey to see how the organization and its network of affiliates can best meet the needs of child care providers and what they value.
Nominations Open for the 2023 Voice for Children Award
The VOICE for Children Award is the only statewide award in Pennsylvania that recognizes early care and education professionals, who are not paid advocates, that go above and beyond their daily work in the field by being grassroots leaders through advocacy and public policy efforts.
Updated Resources for Early Childhood Programs to Prevent Suspension & Expulsion
OCDEL has updated two resources to support the efforts of Pennsylvania early childhood program leaders to eliminate suspension and expulsion for young children.
Keystone STARS Designation Certificates Updated
The Keystone STARS Designation Certificates have undergone an update and redesign since they were last issued in 2016.
Happening Now: Pennie 2023 Open Enrollment Period
The 2023 Open Enrollment Period for Pennie — Pennsylvania’s official health and dental insurance marketplace — is happening through January 15, 2023.
Free Lesson Plans for School-Age Programs
The Learning Lamp, a Pennsylvania-based program that aims to give children, families, and schools greater options for improving academic achievement, is offering free curriculums for school-age program teachers.
Training Recording: City of Pittsburgh Lead Safe Child Care Registry
A recording of the City of Pittsburgh Lead Safe Child Care Registry training for child care providers is now available.
Savings Programs Now Available for Pennsylvania Families with Young Children
Pennsylvania has two resources available to families with young children who want to save for future expenses.
Updated Pediatric First Aid and CPR Providers and Curriculums Chart Available
The PA Keys has updated the approved Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR Providers and Curriculums chart to include the number of PQAS hours participants will be awarded for each course.