5:30 pm to 7:00 pm ECE Advocacy 101 Wednesday, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm ECE Advocacy 101 The ECE Advocacy 101 workshop is designed to break down the Pennsylvania budget cycle. Participants will receive an overview of the ELPA campaigns and how ECE programs are affected by the budget process as well as ways professionals and families can use their experience and knowledge to advocate. Participants should leave with foundational knowledge of […]
9:00 am to 3:00 pm International Women’s Day Panel and Luncheon Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm International Women’s Day Panel and Luncheon Accelerate Action will host its International Women's Day panel and luncheon on March 7. Learn More Participants will start the day with a free community panel of local women leaders who are driving change on critical issues. The panel will be followed by a ticketed luncheon. The luncheon's featured speaker is Lulu Garcia-Navarro. The panel […]
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Advocacy 201: Crafting and Sharing Your Message Wednesday, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Advocacy 201: Crafting and Sharing Your Message This workshop is for ECE professionals who have taken our Advocacy 101 or any other foundational advocacy training and would like to take the next step in preparing to speak with elected officials. We will review early childhood research and effective messaging such as brain science, return on investment, impact on workforce and business community, […]
9:00 am to 10:30 am Working Together Webinar Thursday, 9:00 am to 10:30 am Working Together Webinar Pre-K for PA and Start Strong PA will host an upcoming webinar on the state budget and advocacy efforts. Learn More The Working Together Webinar will be available in English and Spanish. The topics covered during the webinar include: Early learning in the 2025-26 Pennsylvania state budget Follow up and response to state policymakers Federal […]
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Recurring National Summer Learning Association’s Free Summer Planning Bootcamp Thursday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Recurring National Summer Learning Association’s Free Summer Planning Bootcamp The National Summer Learning Association is holding a free Summer Planning Bootcamp in March to prepare for the events that it will provide to millions of young people across the nation this summer. The bootcamp will feature three sessions each day and is open to all. Attendees will learn from top education leaders, youth development […]
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Collaborating for Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Thursday, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Collaborating for Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Trying Together will host a course that examines how our actions are shaped by our attitudes and beliefs – and how societal attitudes and beliefs have shaped service systems. Learn More Participants will have opportunities to explore the benefits of inclusion for all children and adults as well as reflect on how their individual attitudes […]
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Recurring National Summer Learning Association’s Free Summer Planning Bootcamp Friday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Recurring National Summer Learning Association’s Free Summer Planning Bootcamp The National Summer Learning Association is holding a free Summer Planning Bootcamp in March to prepare for the events that it will provide to millions of young people across the nation this summer. The bootcamp will feature three sessions each day and is open to all. Attendees will learn from top education leaders, youth development […]
5:30 pm to 8:00 pm Recurring American Red Cross First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED Training Tuesday, 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm Recurring American Red Cross First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED Training Trying Together and ELRC Region 5 are partnering to provide in person and hybrid First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) trainings to early childhood professionals. About the Course This PQAS-certified in-person course provides life-saving skills in alliance with The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)'s Best Practices for […]
10:00 am to 2:00 pm U.S. Rep. Summer Lee’s Office Hours Wednesday, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm U.S. Rep. Summer Lee’s Office Hours U.S. Rep. Summer Lee (D-12th District) will hold office hours for constituents on Wednesday, March 19. Learn More Residents can visit the congresswoman's office on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visitors can receive assistance with passports, Medicare, Social Security, veterans' affairs, IRS inquiries, tax issues, or […]
10:30 am to 1:30 pm Introduction to ASQ-3 Saturday, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Introduction to ASQ-3 Participants will learn how to use the ASQ-3 as a screening tool for children ages three months to 5 years. The session provides information on why a developmental screening tool is administered in early childhood programs, how to administer and score the screener, strategies for sharing results with families of diverse backgrounds, and supporting resources […]
11:00 am to 1:00 pm Be My Neighbor Day Saturday, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Be My Neighbor Day WQED and Fred Rogers Productions will offer family-friendly activities in McKees Rocks on March 22 for Be My Neighbor Day. Learn More Participants will be able to take part in a variety of activities, including: Interactive theater with Gemini Children's Theater Hands-on activities, including "kindness" rocks and line dancing lessons Historical and interactive exhibits showcasing […]
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Recurring Community of Practice for Home-Based Educators Tuesday, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Recurring Community of Practice for Home-Based Educators ELRC Region 5 is hosting Communities of Practice for home-based early learning educators to discuss topics of interest, ask questions, and offer insight and inspiration to one another. Learn More Meetings occur virtually every other Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The sessions include: March 25: Certification and Announcements April 8: Handbooks and […]
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm Recurring ACT Raising Safe Kids Program Wednesday, 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm Recurring ACT Raising Safe Kids Program Greensburg's Wesley Family Services will host a class for parents to learn about discipline for younger children. Learn More The ACT Raising Safe Kids program is aimed at parents with children, from birth to age 8. During the class, parents will: Learn discipline that works Find out how to deal with child tantrums and fights […]
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm Transportation Lunch & Learn Thursday, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm Transportation Lunch & Learn The Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative is hosting a Transportation Lunch & Learn in March, during which Pittsburgh's Safe Routes to School Coordinator will present. Learn More Harriet Jackson, Pittsburgh's Safe Routes to School Coordinator, will give a presentation on the city's programs to increase the number of students biking and walking to school through education, encouragement, […]
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Women for a Healthy Environment: Youth-Led Discussion on Climate Action Thursday, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Women for a Healthy Environment: Youth-Led Discussion on Climate Action Women for a Healthy Environment will host a Youth Panel Discussion on climate change in March. Learn More Inspired by the documentary "Youth v. Gov," the panel will feature young leaders who are advocating for climate action, policy change, and a sustainable future. These leaders are taking steps to confront the climate crisis head-on. Attendees […]
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm 2025 Allegheny County Legislative Forum on Education Thursday, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm 2025 Allegheny County Legislative Forum on Education The Allegheny Intermediate Unit will host the annual Allegheny County Legislative Forum on Education in late March. Learn More The forum will tackle a variety of issues affecting public education in Allegheny County and Pennsylvania. Questions will be submitted by an audience of educators, administrators, parents, and other stakeholders. Those interested in attending can do […]
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm Recurring ACT Raising Safe Kids Program Wednesday, 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm Recurring ACT Raising Safe Kids Program Greensburg's Wesley Family Services will host a class for parents to learn about discipline for younger children. Learn More The ACT Raising Safe Kids program is aimed at parents with children, from birth to age 8. During the class, parents will: Learn discipline that works Find out how to deal with child tantrums and fights […]
11:30 am to 2:00 pm Recurring The Incredible Years Parenting Program Thursday, 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Recurring The Incredible Years Parenting Program The Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church will host The Incredible Years Parenting Program on Thursdays from April until July. Learn More The program explores ways to make parenting easier and fun for parents and children. The classes will run from noon to 2 p.m. and include a lunch that begins at 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays, from April […]
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm Business Supports for Child Care Owners – Money Management Thursday, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm Business Supports for Child Care Owners – Money Management Trying Together, in partnership with Allegheny County Financial Empowerment Center, will guide small business child care owners in understanding money management to strengthen child care business. Learn More Participants will explore where personal and business financial habits intersect, and how to make sound fiscal decisions while sustaining child care programs. Those interested in attending Business […]
11:00 am to 2:00 pm Spring Job Fair with JFCS Friday, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Spring Job Fair with JFCS Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS) will hold a spring job fair at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall in April. Learn More Attendees will be able to connect with employers and explore job opportunities in a variety of industries. The event is intended for adults seeking full- or part-time work or career […]
9:30 am to 2:30 pm Week of the Young Child Kickoff in Indiana County Saturday, 9:30 am to 2:30 pm Week of the Young Child Kickoff in Indiana County Indiana County will kick off the Week of the Young Child in April with an event that includes a movie screening and other activities. Learn More The Early Childhood and Education Committee of the Children's Advisory Commission of Indiana County's Week of the Young Child kickoff will take place on Saturday, April 5 and will […]
9:00 am to 11:00 am Recurring Early Literacy Family Workshops Sunday, 9:00 am to 11:00 am Recurring Early Literacy Family Workshops The Carnegie Library of Homestead and Maple Unified Student Academy (MUSA) will hold early literacy family workshops in April and May. Learn More MUSA's event - which focuses on the book "A Day with No Words" - will run from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 6. MUSA is located at 1705 Maple […]
1:35 pm to 4:00 pm Trying Together Pittsburgh Pirates Outing Sunday, 1:35 pm to 4:00 pm Trying Together Pittsburgh Pirates Outing Trying Together will be spotlighted as the Nonprofit of the Game at the Pittsburgh Pirates game against the New York Yankees on April 6. A portion of each ticket will benefit Trying Together. Learn More The Pirates will play the Yankees at PNC Park at 1:35 p.m. on April 6. All tickets include a $5 food and beverage credit. A […]
Thursday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Recurring National Summer Learning Association’s Free Summer Planning Bootcamp
Friday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Recurring National Summer Learning Association’s Free Summer Planning Bootcamp
Tuesday, 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm Recurring American Red Cross First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED Training
