OCDEL Updates Guidance for Keystone STARS During COVID-19

The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL), Bureau of Early Learning Policy and Professional Development has provided updated information to all licensed child care facilities and other early childhood education (ECE) programs participating in Keystone STARS during COVID-19.

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According to the announcement, all policies and procedures identified in ELRC Announcement 20 #14 will continue until the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) issues a separate announcement rescinding this policy.

The processes detail:

  • Designation protocols with virtual components

  • Keystone STARS paperwork renewals

  • Professional Development tracking grids for teaching staff and non-instructional staff

For details, see the latest announcement at ELRC Announcement 21 #05.

Heidi Winkler