News
New Video for Families: Positive Racial Identity Development
The ELRC Region 5’s quality partner Trying Together has released a new resource about positive racial identity development through its Parenting Together Pathway video series.
2023-2024 Kindergarten Registration Information
Kindergarten registration information is available for the 2023-2024 school year.
Western Allegheny Community Library Eliminates Library Fines
Western Allegheny Community Library (WACL) in Oakdale is no longer charging late fees on borrowed library materials. It joins 30 other Allegheny County libraries, which previously made the move to a fine-free model.
Affordable Connectivity Program Available for Families in Need of Internet Service
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) provides eligible, low-income households with up to $30 monthly broadband subsidies on internet service plans, and a one-time benefit of up to $100 to help buy a device.
ELRC Region 5 Satellite Offices Offer Local Service
The Early Learning Resource Center Region 5 has satellite offices in neighborhoods throughout Allegheny County.
PPC Annual Health Care Report Released
Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children (PPC) has released their annual health care report, "State of Children's Health."
Nominations Open for Francine Bunch Memorial Award
Celebrate the successes of your Head Start or Early Head Start program by honoring a Head Start parent or staff member for the Francine Bunch Memorial Award.
SNAP Emergency Allotment Ending After February 2023
Pennsylvania Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients will end its extra monthly emergency payment after February 2023.
Thriving PA Releases Report on WIC Participants and Access to Benefits
Thriving PA has released a report on the results of focus group sessions with Pennsylvania Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program participants.