PA's Promise for Children

All the tools you need to help your child learn and grow, from PA's Promise in partnership with OCDEL.

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This new collection of 15 resources offers simple, practical strategies for modifying KidsGardening activities and lessons to be accessible to learners with specific physical, cognitive, sensory, and social-emotional needs. https://t.co/p1G58FpnVV

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2026 Lights On Afterschool Poster Contest: Deadline: June 18! https://t.co/2SWJuEHz7C

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OCDEL has released Announcement C-26-01. Find out what this means for providers. https://t.co/Hl6ygVDXpJ

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Apply Now for a Fall 2026 TEACH Scholarship! Deadline July 10 for Fall 2026 (Semester begins mid-late August) Visit the PACCA website https://t.co/nu4mX4211v for more info

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From gene therapy and AI to vaccines, nutrition, and cancer care, pediatric research leaders outline where the next decade of child health gains may come from, and what is needed to make them happen. https://t.co/SKX4Owk3Ou

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This kid's book list includes beautiful gardening books for toddlers, preschoolers, little kids, and older children — stories about seeds, soil, flowers, vegetables, waiting, tending, and the quiet magic of growing things. https://t.co/aPYIC7AlCx

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The Center for Ecoliteracy’s Nourishing Students resources offer activities and recipes for educators, families, and school nutrition professionals featuring fruits and vegetables, including avocados, beans, carrots, cilantro, and radishes. https://t.co/b7VMgPDWbg

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The Pollinator Toolkit of Activities for Teachers from Subject to Climate contains everything needed to bring pollination to life for grades K–5. Including lessons that build ecosystem biodiversity & support student inquiry. https://t.co/Sx1qRkok0I

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Earlier this month, #OCDEL Deputy Secretary Shante’ Brown welcomed #EarlyIntervention leaders from across #Pennsylvania, recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act #IDEA and reflecting on its legacy of #access, #equity, and #inclusion.

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Start planning your July activities with the July Calendar of Activities for ECE staff, packed with fun ideas and helpful tips to support early learning professionals as they help children and families get ready for a successful school year! https://t.co/XadUBxcLFh

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Shift your kid from distraction to action by adding Active for Life's active brain breaks during the day. After a brief brain break, you’ll find your kid return energized, focused, and ready to learn. https://t.co/8gua69D2Hg

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The new PD Registry App is now available for Apple and Android devices.
➡️Upload documents directly from your phone camera or files
➡️Access and manage your PD Registry anytime, anywhere
https://t.co/IPmQlt4SwI and https://t.co/j6x6lbAP8U .

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Longitudinal associations between executive function and mathematics skills in young children: Are there differences for Dual Language Learners? https://t.co/pU4oPPaKMI

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OCDEL’s Bureau of Early Intervention Services and Family Support recently hosted a one-day, in-person Local Interagency Coordinating Councils (LICC) Summit. Discover what this means for families. https://t.co/5LFvT0ZwaH

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Bullying is more than teasing. It’s done to hurt a kid on purpose, over and over. And it can make a kid feel depressed and anxious. https://t.co/LdGwAZe5EB

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The FY 2024-25 SICC for Early Intervention (EI) report recently shared with the First Lady of Pennsylvania, Lori Shapiro and Secretary of the Department of Human Services, Valerie Arkoosh. Learn what this means for PA families. https://t.co/FQpCF6GdvY

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¿Tiene un título internacional? 🎓
¡Buenas noticias! Las evaluaciones de títulos extranjeros ahora son gratuitas para el personal de ECE en PA.
Incluye asistencia personalizada + conexión con el Registro de PD.
Más info ➡️ https://t.co/i14aAtIo03

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Have an international degree?
Good news! Foreign Degree Evaluations are now available at no cost for Pennsylvania’s early childhood education workforce.
Get personalized support + direct PD Registry connection.
Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/i14aAtIo03

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The National Women’s Law Center has released its latest annual report on child care assistance policies in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

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Do you have a passion for early childhood education? If so, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry’s Parents’ Association (LIPA) needs you! Learn more at https://t.co/RXS1iTi5Tq