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November 15, 2021

Child Care Masking Requirement Still in Effect

On Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021, a Commonwealth Court issued a ruling voiding PA Department of Health Acting Secretary Alison Beam’s Face Covering order for schools and child care programs. This…

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November 15, 2021

Dressing Children for Colder Weather

Children in child care settings are required to be taken outdoors daily. As colder weather approaches, providers must ensure that children wear appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. Safety in…

November 11, 2021

Earn an ECE Degree at No or Low Cost

Are you looking to earn an early childhood degree or credential at low or no cost? The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Apprenticeship Program can help. Interested applicants should fill out…

November 11, 2021

Child Care Career Openings in the Pittsburgh Area

Are you looking for open child care positions? Early learning programs in the Greater Pittsburgh Area are hiring! See this week’s featured jobs. Child Care Positions in Pittsburgh…

November 10, 2021

FDA Authorizes COVID-19 Vaccine for Emergency Use for Children Five to 11

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the emergency use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for the prevention of COVID-19 to include children five through 11 years of age. The…