Department of Human Services Debuts Summer Child Nutrition Program

A new, permanent federal child nutrition program known as SUN Bucks aims to keep children fed during the summer months when they are not in school.

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeMay 7, 2024SNAP, TANF, SUN Bucks, Summer EBT, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Child nutrition

Seeking Input on Recess and Play for Advocacy Toolkit

Trying Together and Playful Pittsburgh are seeking input on recess and play for the creation of an advocacy toolkit on the topics.

Families, News, ProvidersNathan DukeMay 7, 2024Recess, Play, Trying Together, Playful Pittsburgh

Registration Open for UnConference: Launching School Age Summer Programming

Join Trying Together, Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time (APOST), and Allegheny County Department of Human Services for “UnConference: Launching School Age Summer Programming.”

Providers, NewsNathan DukeMay 6, 2024UnConference, Trying Together, Allegheny County Department of Human Services, CPR, First Aid, Allegheny Partners for Out of School Time, Phipps Conservatory

RAD Pass’ Summer Staycation to Offer Free Admissions to Area Attractions

The RAD Pass’ Summer Staycation will offer free admission opportunities to numerous area attractions this summer.

Families, NewsNathan DukeMay 6, 2024RAD Pass, RAD Summer Staycation, Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art, Carnegie Science Center, Frick Pittsburgh, Heinz History Center, Mattress Factory, National Aviary, Phipps Conservatory, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium

iLookOut Enrolling for Free Mandated Reporter Training

iLookOut’s enrollment is currently open for mandated reporter training.

Providers, NewsNathan DukeMay 1, 2024iLookOut, Mandated reporter training, Child abuse

April 2024 Recalls on Children’s Products

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

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeApril 30, 2024Children's product recalls, April recalls, Consumer Product Safety Commission, Food and Drug Administration, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Resources for May Observances

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