Starting back at school in the fall can be exciting for children of all ages, but it also be stressful. The Child Mind Institute has compiled some resources on how caregivers can address children’s back-to-school worries.

Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time will accept applications for its 2026-2027 quality campaign cohort through Friday, September 18.

October is a great month to focus on fire safety and to invite local fire departments to visit early childhood education programs, said Dominique Webster-Outten, ELRC Region 5’s health and safety coach.

A new Thriving Kids podcast episode focuses on how to help neurodivergent children to make authentic, lasting friendships.

Parents and caregivers should be aware of several child-related products recalls.

September is a great time for caregivers to establish healthy habits - such as handwashing - for children that will last all year long, said Dominique R. Webster-Outten, ELRC Region 5’s health and safety coach.

Various organizations, states, and nations recognize a number of observances each month. Resources help parents, caregivers, and child care professionals acknowledge and navigate them.

Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time (APOST) has announced its schedule of professional development opportunities for the fall.

The Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (IECMH) program discusses in its latest Bright Kids Bright Future newsletter how technology can be used in positive ways to support children’s growth while balancing its use with play, real-world learning, and high-quality interactions.