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July 1, 2026
OCDEL Announces Requirements for Programs Using Keystone STARS – Alternate Pathways
Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning’s (OCDEL) Bureau of Policy and Professional Development has released an announcement regarding requirements for programs using an OCDEL-approved Alternate Pathways in Keystone STARS.…
July 1, 2026
June Recalls on Children’s Products
Parents and caregivers should be aware of several child-related products recalls. Learn More Below is a list of June recalls collected from the following federal agencies: the Consumer Product Safety…
June 30, 2026
Keystone STARS Performance Standards Available in Spanish
The Keystone STARS Performance Standards are now available in Spanish. Learn More The performance standards operate on the principle that quality learning programs are the foundation for children’s success and…
June 30, 2026
The Buzzword is WIGGLY
As part of its programming, Buzzword distributes its signature “BUZZ Boxes” to local families to help excite children from birth to age five as well as their caregivers about new…
June 29, 2026
Start Strong PA Urges Providers to Send Letters to Policymakers About Success of Recruitment and Retention Program
Start Strong PA is calling on providers of child care programs who received additional funding from last year’s state budget to send a message to Pennsylvania state legislators to let…
