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Applications Open for 2023 Pennsylvania Equity in ECE Champion Awards
The awards bring awareness to and highlight the equity work being done within Pennsylvania’s early childhood education and afterschool settings.
Toolkit: Families and Schools Partnering for Children’s Literacy Success
A new toolkit helps families and schools work together to support children’s literacy success in and out of school.
Survey: How Do You Play?
The Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative is seeking input from the public to gain a better understanding of how caregivers, educators, child care professionals, and kids in Pittsburgh currently play.
New Date Set for UnConference: Race Equity in Practice
This Unconference will include a variety of ways that ECE staff can support and advocate for more racially equitable programs through play, literacy, environment, and more.
OCDEL-Approved Curricula and Developmental Assessment Tools in Keystone STARS
A new OCDEL announcement provides information on the OCDEL-approved curricula and developmental assessments for use by STAR 3 and 4 programs.
Requirements for Programs Using OCDEL-Approved Alternate Pathways to Keystone STARS Designation
Programs who hold accreditation through an OCDEL-approved alternate pathway accrediting body can apply for a Keystone STARS designation
Food Resources for December 2022
Organizations providing meal distributions and resources to serve those needing food assistance through December.
Enroll for Discounted Transportation Fares
Allegheny County DHS is seeking participants for a pilot program to understand the impact of transportation affordability on low-income residents.
November Recalls on Children's Products
Here is a list of November recalls collected from the major federal agencies.