OCDEL Provides Guidance to Identify Toxic Plants in Child Care Settings

The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) has released new guidance on how to identify possibly toxic plants in child care settings.

Providers, NewsNathan DukeJune 20, 2024OCDEL, toxic plants for children, toxic plants in child care settings

Free Air Conditioners Available Through Utility Assistance Program

Pennsylvania residents who receive federally funded weatherization assistance could be eligible to get free air conditioners or repairs this summer.

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Report Details the Effects of PA Child Care Crisis on Working Mothers

A new report looks at the economic impact of gaps in Pennsylvania’s child care system on working mothers in the state.

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeJune 18, 2024PA child care crisis, Council for a Strong America, Pennsylvania child care system, ReadyNation

Study Analyzes Indoor Air Quality in Child Care Centers

A pilot project published by Women for a Healthy Environment recently investigated the efficiency of Medifyair Air Filter in reducing PM2.5 concentrations in eight child care centers in four areas of Philadelphia.

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeJune 18, 2024Medifyair air filter, child care center air quality, air quality, indoor air quality

Free Admission for Teachers and Educators at Children’s Museum in June

All teachers and educators - including pre-k and child care teachers - can partake in free admission to the Children’s Museum in Pittsburgh this month.

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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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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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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.