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Registration Open for NAEYC’s 2026 Public Policy Forum
Registration is now open for the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s 2026 Public Policy Forum that takes place from February 22 to 24 in Washington, D.C.
Podcast Tackles How to Help Children Manage Their Big Emotions
One of the biggest challenges - and most important skills to learn - for children is managing big emotions.
OCDEL Announces Updates on Child Care Recruitment and Retention Program
Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) has announced details covering everything from eligibility and staff retention bonuses to application information regarding its 2025-26 Child Care Staff Recruitment and Retention Program.
Pennsylvania Key Adds Program Quality Blog to Its Website
The Pennsylvania Key recently added the Let’s Talk Quality: Program Quality Assessment in Pennsylvania blog to its website.
Southwestern PA Hosts Toy Drives Ahead of Holidays
Toy drives in southwestern Pennsylvania will continue for the next few weeks of the holiday season to provide families in need of help with toys and gift cards.
Education Organization Compiles Experts’ Advice on How to Talk to Children About Race and Racism
Talking about race or situations involving racism or discrimination can be challenging for caregivers and children, so The Hechinger Report has compiled experts’ advice on the topic in a new article.
Tips for Keeping Children Safe While Playing Outdoors During the Winter
Healthy Children has put together a guide full of tips on how to keep children warm and safe while playing outside during the winter.
CitiParks to Open Warming Centers on Sunday Amid Freezing Temperatures
With temperatures expecting to drop to the teens, CitiParks will activate five Healthy Active Living Centers as warming centers on Sunday, December 14.
APOST Releases Spring Professional Development Calendar
Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time has released its schedule of professional development workshops for the spring.