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OCDEL to Kick Off Third Annual Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip
OCDEL to Kick Off Third Annual Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip

The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) will kick off its third annual, eight-week virtual Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip on Monday, June 24.

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Families, News, ProvidersNathan DukeJune 12, 2024OCDEL, summer literacy, reading journal, summer reading, Slug in Love, Rachel Bright, PA Early Learning Standards
New Look and Website Coming for COMPASS
New Look and Website Coming for COMPASS

COMPASS, an online tool for Pennsylvanians to apply for health and human service programs, will debut a new look and website URL in mid-June.

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Families, News, ProvidersNathan DukeJune 12, 2024COMPASS, SNAP, LIHEAP, Low-Income Energy Assistance Program, free school meals, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
OCDEL Names Director of Bureau of Early Learning Policy and Professional Development
OCDEL Names Director of Bureau of Early Learning Policy and Professional Development

The Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) has named Luisa Olivo-Wolf as its director of the Bureau of Earning Learning Policy and Professional Development.

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Providers, NewsNathan DukeJune 11, 2024Keystone STARS, OCDEL, ELRC 5, early childhood education, Early Head Start, PA Pre-K Counts
CitiParks to Open Pittsburgh’s Outdoor Swimming Pools for Summer
CitiParks to Open Pittsburgh’s Outdoor Swimming Pools for Summer

CitiParks is scheduled to open 15 of Pittsburgh’s outdoor swimming pools for the summer this coming weekend.

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News, FamiliesNathan DukeJune 10, 2024Pittsburgh outdoor swimming pools, Pittsburgh pools open
Reading Ready Pittsburgh Seeks Input About Early Literacy in Survey
Reading Ready Pittsburgh Seeks Input About Early Literacy in Survey

Reading Ready Pittsburgh is seeking input from area families about early literacy through a short survey.

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News, Families, ProvidersNathan DukeJune 10, 2024Reading Ready Pittsburgh, early literacy
DHS Renews Early Learning Resource Center’s Contract for Operation
DHS Renews Early Learning Resource Center’s Contract for Operation

The state’s Department of Human Services has renewed its five-year contract with Allegheny County to operate the Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC).

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Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeJune 10, 2024ELRC Region 5, Department of Human Services, Early child care, child care subsidy, Allegheny County
National Black Child Development Week to Kick Off on June 9
National Black Child Development Week to Kick Off on June 9

The National Black Child Development Institute’s (NBCDI) National Black Child Development Week will take place from Sunday, June 9 to Friday, June 14.

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News, Families, ProvidersNathan DukeJune 7, 2024National Black Child Development Week, National Black Child Development Institute, Black child development
Pittsburgh’s Adaptive Bike Rental Program Creates Cycling Access
Pittsburgh’s Adaptive Bike Rental Program Creates Cycling Access

Pittsburgh’s Adaptive POGOH bike rental program - which provides cycling access for people of all abilities - is open for the summer two days per week.

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Families, NewsNathan DukeJune 5, 2024Pittsburgh bike rentals, free bicycle rentals, Adaptive POGOH
Provider Agreements for Certified Child Care Providers Updated
Provider Agreements for Certified Child Care Providers Updated

The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) has released updated provider agreements for certified child care providers.

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Providers, NewsNathan DukeJune 4, 2024OCDEL, certified child care provider agreements, ELRC, Child Care Works, subsidized child care providers
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Main Office

304 Wood Street, Suite 400
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-1928

Satellite Locations

Toll-Free Phone 1.888.340.3572
Phone 412.350.3577
Fax 412.350.3575

elrc5@alleghenycounty.us

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Hours

Wood Street

Monday–Friday:
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Visit the Satellite Locations page for those hours.

The Early Learning Resource Center Region 5 downtown office and satellites are open for families and professionals interested in accessing services and support. At this time, appointments are strongly preferred.

Virtual and phone appointments continue to be available for convenience and safety.

Virtual after hours personal interviews and provider orientations also are available on an as-needed basis.

ELRC Region 5 currently offers evening phone hours on the first and third Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Find Support Near You

The Allegheny County Family Resource Map provides caregivers of young children the opportunity to locate available supports closest to them, including food, housing, new parent, and employment resources.

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