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January 14, 2026

North Hills School District Kindergarten Registration Opens February 1

Kindergarten registration for the 2026-27 school year will open Sunday, February 1 for students who turn 5 years of age prior to August 1 and reside in Ross Township or…

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January 13, 2026

PCCD Announces State Violence Intervention and Prevention Funding Through OST BOOST Grants

The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) has announced the availability of $11.5 million in state Violence Intervention and Prevention (VIP) funding. Out-of-school-time programs interested in obtaining the funding…

January 13, 2026

DHS Online Screening Tool Helps SNAP Recipients Navigate New Rules

Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services (DHS) has launched a new online screening tool to help Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients and applicants navigate new requirements to access benefits. Learn…

January 12, 2026

PA Promise for Children Releases January Booklist for Preschoolers

PA Promise for Children has released its list of January books for preschoolers in its Kindergarten Here I Come newsletter. The list includes eight books across four categories. Learn More…

January 12, 2026

Providers Must Submit Application for Recruitment and Retention Award by January 29

Providers interested in the Child Care Staff Recruitment and Retention Award must submit an application to their local Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) by Thursday, January 29. Learn More The…