PAEYC - Current Stories

2008 PAEYC CONFERENCE

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:33:56 -0500

2008 PAEYC CONFERENCE AND EXHIBIT
“Children, Nature and Wellness:Open the Door to Learning”
October 25, 2008—
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
► Keynote address by Cheryl Charles, President
Children & Nature Network
► Nearly 80 educational sessions-Receive 6 hours of DPW/Act 48 Hours
► Exhibit showcasing 50 organizations, products & services
► Excellent networking opportunities with peers
Registration information will be coming soon!
Discount rates for online registrations!
Check back for updates on the presenters list,session topics and exhibit information. Click here for Exhibit and Sponsorship Opportunities

Do Something 101

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:52:50 -0500

More than 11 million kids in the US live below the poverty line and
don't have the basic supplies that they need to succeed. Let's Do
Something about it!
Led by teens nationwide, Do Something 101 is a campaign to collect
new school supplies for kids in need. Drop off new supplies at any
Staples store through August 31st, and we'll make sure they're
delivered to kids who need them.
Staples customers can also get involved by adding extra school
supplies to their shopping cart to drop in the collection bin or by
donating $2 in any Staples store, with 100% of the proceeds

WQED Community Input Meetings for Parents and Caregivers of Children Ages 2-8

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:24:59 -0500

If you are a parent or caregiver of children ages 2-8, or if you know
parents or caregivers of children ages 2-8, please take a look at the
attached invitation from WQED. On September 8, WQED's Community Advisory
Board invites you to join a conversation about the relevance of WQED's
programming for young children and the possibilities that WQED can do even
better. Please join us, or invite your friends, and tell your co-workers,
neighbors, and others about this special opportunity. RSVP by August 28.
Thank you!
Click here to view flyer

New requirements on FBI clearances for child care staff: effective July 1, 2008

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:26:53 -0500

Click here for a Department of Public Welfare Bulletin containing information
regarding the new requirements for obtaining FBI criminal record checks
effective July 1, 2008. The requirements for FBI criminal record checks are
a result of Act 73 of 2007 which amended the Child Protective Services Law.

As of July 1, 2008, the following individuals are required to submit FBI
criminal record checks in addition to child abuse and Pennsylvania State
Police criminal history clearances:

* Individuals who want to operate child care facilities;

Congratulations to New and Returning Board Members!

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 22:48:34 -0500

Congratulations to New and Returning Board Members!
Christine Battista, Sharon Carver, Angela Casile, Bill Hillgrove, Lauren Laird, Shelley Martin, Sally McCrady, MaryBeth McCulloch, Susan Polojac, David Pribish, Darcy Stiteler, Jamie Wincovitch Sandi Koebler, (Secretary) and Jacki Thomas (President-Elect)

Announcing PAEYC/BAM Radio!

Wed, 07 May 2008 22:25:06 -0500

Stay on top of what a child needs at every stage of their development from birth through early childhood. Click on the "play" button to hear the program you've selected right on your computer. Click the "download" button to place the program on your iPod and listen on the go! Each program is 8-12 minutes long. Click here to see this new feature

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:12:09 -0500

Are you working on your degree in Early Childhood
Education or thinking about going back to school?
Do you work in a facility that is in Keystone STARS,
STAR 1 or higher?
Do you need financial assistance?
The Pennsylvania Keys to Professional Development may be able to help you with the
Tuition Reimbursement Program.
More information is available at www.pakeys.org or call us at 1-800-284-6031.
Funding is also available for the CDA Assessment Fee.

The E-Newsletter of the Pennsylvania Center for Women, Politics, & Public Policy at Chatham University

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 10:50:28 -0500

Ready to Get Involved!

The E-Newsletter of the Pennsylvania Center for Women, Politics, & Public
Policy at Chatham University
April 2008
Volume 2, Issue 3

Contact Us
Pennsylvania Center for Women, Politics, & Public Policy
Chatham University
Woodland Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
P: 412-365-1878
PCWPPP@chatham.edu
www.chatham.edu/PCWPPP

Greetings from the Director
This may be our most exciting political April in memory! We have candidates
crisscrossing the Commonwealth, more voters registered than ever before, and
thanks to your participation in our programs, women ready to run, ready to

Earth day

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 21:30:37 -0600

Come celebrate Earth Day at Frick Environmental Center! Our exciting family festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Explore nature, plant trees, enjoy local entertainment, and much, much more.

For more information or to volunteer call Patty Himes at 412-422-6538.

Info on MRSA and Influenza Vaccine

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 23:41:53 -0600

A few questions regarding the MRSA virus have surfaced from the Early Learning field. In response, the following info may be shared with them.
Feel free to include the info in your newsletters or e-mails to
practitioners.

The link that seems to be most supported by the Department of Health as well as ECELS/PA AAP is the CDC website. It outlines the specifics about MRSA that are particularly relevant. - http://www.cdc.gov/Features/MRSAinSchools/

Another resource is the DOH link -
http://www.dsf.health.state.pa.us/health/cwp/view.asp?a=178

Health Link Online

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 21:52:19 -0600

Click here to down this resource.

Directors or Teachers interested in a Master's or Doctoral Degree?

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 16:59:16 -0600

Walden University offers programs entirely on-line in dozens of
specialties.
These classes can be reimbursed with vouchers from the Keys and can be
completed in the comfort of your home or office in as little as two
years.
E-mail Wendy, your local Walden ambassador and a Walden doctoral
student, to schedule an informational session for you or your staff
members today at whardy74@yahoo.com

Guidelines to Support the Early Intervention Process

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 20:12:06 -0500

The Inclusion Committee of the Pittsburgh Allegheny County Local Interagency Coordinating Council is a group of parents and diverse early childhood professionals who are committed to the belief that all young children, including those with disabilities, can successfully participate in their communities. With this belief in focus, the emphasis of the Inclusion Committee's work over the past 10 years has been supporting successful inclusion of young children with disabilities in typical early care and education settings. On a recurring basis, the committee will share additional resources as links on the PAEYC website.

New Qualifications for Quality Early Education Loan Forgiveness Program

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 15:08:07 -0500

PHEAA Board Supports Early Childhood Educators---View flyer for more information.

Concerns About Toys

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 20:11:27 -0500

Concerns About Toys
From ExchangeEveryDay
Date: August 21, 2007
In recent weeks toy giant Mattel has recalled over 10 million toys made in China due to a variety of safety concerns. This high-profile recall has raised the anxiety level among both parents and early childhood professionals about the toys children are currently playing with at home and at the center. In the November 1993 issue of Exchange, Francis Wardle presented a checklist for early childhood professionals, "Criteria for Selecting Toys," which looks at toys both from an educational and a safety perspective.

This article can be viewed in its entirety in the "Exchange Ideas for You – FREE" section on the Exchange web site, www.ChildCareExchange.com. To print this article in a checklist format, click on the PDF button in the upper right-hand corner. Here, for example, are some of the criteria Wardle proposes for consideration…