Welcome to the
ELRC 8, 9, & 10 Newsletter
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Your source for all relevant resources, updates, PD, and events relating to Child Care and School Age Care in your region! |
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September 2021 PA Early Ed News
September 2021 Edition View as Webpage Early Childhood Education in Pennsylvania Announcement C-21-07: COVID-19 Policy Updates The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL),
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Announcement C-21-07: COVID-19 Policy Updates
The Acting Secretary of Health's Order will be effective Sept. 7, 2021. School entities should comply with the Order on or before that date. Effective Sept. 7, 2021, child care certification representatives (reps) conducting inspections or...
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Special Announcement: ARPA Stabilization Grant Update -...
The Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) is making American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Stabilization Grants available to eligible child care providers. Previous updates can be found on the ARPA Stabilization Grants page on the...
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ELRC Learning Opportunities |
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Thursday, September 2, 6:30-7:30 PM
Topics include universal precautions, handwashing, sanitizing and disinfections, diapering, and infectious diseases.
RSVP to Stephanie Mundorf to reserve your spot and receive the Zoom link. Please include your name, program name, and which session you'd like to attend.
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Wednesday, September 8 - *New Time-10:00 a.m-12:00 noon*
School is back in session (hopefully)! But after such an unusual year of social distancing and isolation from peers and group settings, it should be no surprise that children are out of practice with (or never learned) appropriate ways of working, playing, or being together.
For more information and to register, click here.
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Serving Snacks in the CACFP
Registration is now open for USDA Team Nutrition's upcoming webinar, which will show CACFP operators how to plan and prepare reimbursable snacks for the children and adults in their care.
Thursday, September 23, 2021
2:00 - 2:30 pm ET (English)
3:00 - 3:30 pm ET (Spanish)
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We will still have slots available even though we are past the application deadline.
The experts at the Pyramid Model Consortium have developed online training modules to strengthen your implementation of all three tiers of the effective framework for nurturing social-emotional skills.
Child Care Consultants has purchased access to a limited number of these modules to be given to qualified providers. Selected programs must agree to print handouts, have selected staff complete the modules, and schedule participating staff to participate in follow-up TA calls or visits (1 or 4 depending on the length of the module). Because these are online modules with self-check tests, one person must be the assigned participant, but multiple staff may use the modules and handouts. (Note: two CCC staff will be receiving monthly reports on training participation.) All STAR levels are eligible and invited to participate.
Click here to access the application.
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Congratulations to the following facilities who moved up in the STARS Program in August 2021!
Shining Stars Childcare (The Buck) - STAR 2
Shining Stars Childcare (at Solanco) - STAR 2
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Shared Source PA: Getting to Know Your Families
Recognize and understand the unique needs of each of the children and families you serve by having families complete the 'Getting To Know You' questionnaire as part of your enrollment process (or even as part of your annual request for families...
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t.e2ma.net
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PA Child Care Staffing Crisis Survey
The Start Strong PA Campaign is collecting information from child care providers on the staffing crisis. We know child care programs are in desperate need of funding. The information collected will be used to demonstrate the urgent need for our...
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www.surveymonkey.com
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9/10 - Stuff the Bus for Day of Caring
Cumberland, Dauphin, & Perry counties - Help give area children a smart and healthy start to school by collecting school and health supplies. On Day of Caring, drop off your items and help us stuff the bus!
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www.uwcr.org
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Social-Emotional Learning |
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Introducing Social Emotional Us
This fall we're launching a suite of SEL resources called Social Emotional Us. The first resource is a new podcast, Social Emotional Us, hosted by Anna-Lisa Mackey, M.Ed., publisher of the PATHS® curriculum and author of the Emozi® program.
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blog.pathsprogram.com
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How Much Money Will You Need in Retirement? - Tom...
Estimating the amount of money you will need when you retire is no simple task. Most family child care providers have not paid much attention to this question. But it's something that all child care providers should do even if you are decades...
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tomcopelandblog.com
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National Summer Learning Conference Early Bird Ending Friday
Summer Changes Everything Conference on Summer Learning View as Webpage Early Bird Registration Ends This Friday, September 3 Dear Summer Learning Partners, As we wrap up Summer 2021 and begin the new
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Health, Safety, & Wellness |
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COVID-19 Vaccines While Pregnant or Breastfeeding
Important update: Healthcare facilities CDC has updated select ways to operate healthcare systems effectively in response to COVID-19 vaccination. Learn more COVID-19 Vaccines While Pregnant or Breastfeeding COVID-19 vaccination is recommended...
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www.cdc.gov
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Asthma
When your child with asthma or allergies (or both) starts school, you will probably have a lot of questions, such as: How will the school staff help my child avoid asthma episodes/attacks or allergic reactions? Will they be exposed to their...
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www.aafa.org
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Help Stop the Spread
Get Vaccinated
All Pennsylvania adults are eligible to be vaccinated. Adolescents ages 12-15 can received the Pfizer vaccine.
Check for a Provider Near You with Vaccine
Use the vaccine provider map to locate a provider near you who has the vaccine.
Contact the Provider to Set Up Your Appointment
Contact the provider of your choice to set up your appointment.
Don't Forget Your Second Dose!
The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are given in two doses, given a couple of weeks to a month apart. Your provider will give you a card to keep track of both of your vaccine doses. If you get the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, you will be protected with just one dose.
Additional Dose of Pfizer, Moderna Vaccine for Immunocompromised People
The CDC is recommending that moderately to severely immunocompromised people who are fully vaccinated with Pfizer and Moderna receive an additional dose of vaccine. Individuals should consult their health care provider if they are unsure as to whether they are moderately or severely immunocompromised based on their health condition, history, or status. Immunocompromised individuals who are fully vaccinated with Pfizer and Moderna and are looking to receive this additional dose of the respective vaccine, should consult their health care provider before scheduling a vaccine appointment. Additionally, health care providers are encouraged to communicate with their patients who would benefit from an additional dose. The FDA has not recommended an additional dose for other individuals at this time.
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It's Influenza Vaccine Season
Influenza (flu) is a serious illness. It can lead to complications that include pneumonia, dehydration, brain dysfunction, encephalopathy, hospitalization, and even death. Flu is a respiratory disease caused by a virus.
Flu can be prevented by annual vaccination.
This is the time for everyone to get their flu shots. This includes students, parents, staff, and grandparents, and children 6 months and above. Children 6 months to 8 years will need to get two doses the first year that they get vaccinated.
How do you tell if it's flu or a cold?
Cold presents gradually, symptoms include loss of appetite, sore throat, sneezing, cough, vomiting, while flu presents suddenly, and symptoms include muscle pains, high fever, headache, fatigue, and chills.
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Learning is Everywhere: September 2021
We're in the living room! September 2021 Fun activities, aligned with the Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards, to help prepare children for school success! View as Webpage We're in the living room!
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Let's Learn with Kindergarten Here I Come!
September 2021 edition September 2021 Activities aligned with the Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards to help your preschooler prepare for Kindergarten. View as Webpage Let's Play and Learn Did you
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Kindergarten Here I Am
September 2021 edition Fun activities, aligned with the PA Early Learning Standards, to help your child have a successful Kindergarten year. View as Webpage We Are Learning in September There are man
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Professional Development: on the PD Registry |
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Professional Development: Other Trainings |
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9/1 - An Optimistic Stance for the Alpha Generation
Let’s think together about the tools and strategies we need to respond to who our children are today. We will explore how to cultivate self-awareness and activate curiosity in ways that allow us to stay open to learning with and from children.
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us02web.zoom.us
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9/2 Communication Strategies to Support Children with Autism
Rose will be diving into her top 5 strategies to use with Autistic toddlers and preschoolers to help support their communication. She will also give us tips to start using right now to help support your children in the classroom.
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wow.himama.com
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9/8 - Supporting Caregivers in Recovery
Hosted by the Center for Schools and Communities with support from the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL). Recovery from addiction, with the right supports, can be the expectation, not just a possibility. In this session, we...
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csiu.zoom.us
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9/8 - How CLASS® Interactions can Fuel Literacy Outcomes
CLASS is often highlighted for its social-emotional impact on students, but did you know that it also has clear impacts on children’s literary outcomes? In this webinar, we’ll discuss how responsive teachers, child-led instruction...
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info.teachstone.com
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Back to School with Meaningful Interactions
On September 13-17, 2021 join thousands of educators for a free, week-long virtual series focused on improving interactions to improve child outcomes.
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#MindfulMonday CEH Day Special Edition
Eventbrite - Children's Environmental Health Network presents #MindfulMonday CEH Day Special Edition - Monday, October 11, 2021 - Find event and ticket information.
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Additional Online Training Opportunities |
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Nature Explore News: To Support YOU!
As we mentioned last month, the 2022 World Forum will be held in Orlando, Florida on May 16-19, 2022 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando. It will be a hybrid model that allows for both in-person and virtual participants and presenters.
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Thank you for all you do for children, families, and your community by being part of the STARS program.
Sincerely,
Child Care Consultants
(717) 854-2273 or
(800) 864-4925
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