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Trying Together Exec Director to Take Part in Webinar on Child Care Crisis and Jobs
Trying Together’s executive director will take part in an upcoming National Fund for Workforce Solutions webinar on job quality and the child care crisis.
PBS Kids for Parents Article Lists 11 Self-Care Tips for Children
Caregivers often try to instill in their children the importance of taking care of others - but a new article by PBS Kids for Parents notes that it’s also important for caregivers to teach children simple acts of self-care.
PA Promise for Children Releases October Booklist for Preschoolers
PA Promise for Children has released a list of October books for preschoolers in its Kindergarten Here I Come newsletter.
Child Mind Institute Provides Tips for Adults to Recognize Learning Disorders in Children
Learning disorders often become easier to spot after school has started and students begin to settle into class routines. Some children may struggle with reading, while others might find it challenging to follow directions.
Applications for APOST Managers Consort Due By Oct. 21
Those interested in taking part in Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time’s 2025-26 managers consort must submit an application by Tuesday, October 21.
ELRC Region 5 Winter Coat Program Begins on October 14
Families can visit Early Learning Resource Center Region 5 starting Tuesday, October 14 to receive free winter coats for their children.
Trying Together to Host Office Hours on 2025 Child Care Market Rate Survey
Trying Together’s Policy Team will host four upcoming office hours to discuss the importance of completing the 2025 Child Care Market Rate Survey and to offer support and answer questions.
Treasurer Announces Short-Term Funding Relief for Pre-K Counts Programs, Head Start Providers
The Pennsylvania Treasury Department’s Budget Bridge Loan program will now accept applications from Pre-K Counts programs and organizations that provide rape prevention and response services as well as domestic violence prevention and support services for survivors, state Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced this week.
Trying Together Calls for Presentation Proposals for February UnConference
Trying Together invites those interested in presenting at its February 26 UnConference, “Kindergarten Transition,” to submit proposals for presentation topics relating to that topic by Friday, October 31.