Welcome to the ECE Recap where you can find the
most recent and important information from the
Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL).
Announcement ELRC 21-#02 Increase to Child Care Works Base Payment Rates
Feb. 18, 2021: The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL), Bureau of Early Learning Policy and Professional Development, has released the Announcement ELRC 21-#02 Increase to Child Care Works Base Payment Rates.
Flowcharts for Reopening Facilities Closed Due to COVID-19
Two flowcharts are now available to aid Pennsylvania early childhood education programs in determining next steps when programs have been closed due to COVID-19. View the Announcement from Dec. 21, 2020, then the Reopening of Certified Child Care Facilities Temporarily or Permanently Closed Due to COVID-19 Flowchart (PDF) or the Reopening of Keystone STARS Child Care Facilities Flowchart (PDF).
Dual Language Learners Celebration Week
Feb. 22-26, 2021, marks Dual Learners Language Celebration Week. This national event provides information and support to early childhood education staff who work with dual language learners (DLLs) from birth to age five. It centers around effective teaching practices and the benefits of being a DLL. Get more info about DLL in Pennsylvania.