As we all know, Pennsylvania’s schools are underfunded. PCCY's latest report shows how this underfunding impact kids at the classroom level.
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Governor’s 2017 Budget is a Win for Children
Governor Wolf's proposed budget is a refreshing commitment to one special interest - the state's children. Nearly all of the new state spending proposed by the Governor is targeted to improve early learning and public schools. Given the State’s gaping budget deficit,...
State Education Funding Increases 2017-2018 SEPA
The 2017-18 State budget includes a $100 million increase in Basic Education Funding and a $25 million increase in Special Education Funding. See how much additional funding each school district in Southeast PA will receive.
Town Hall: Needs of Immigrant Students
On January 24th, City Council, the School District of Philadelphia, the Faculty and Staff Federation of Community College of Philadelphia, The Pennsylvania Immigration and Citizenship Coalition (PICC), United Voices for Philadelphia, and Juntos will host a Town Hall...
Interactive Childcare Map
PCCY’s interactive map of childcare locations in the four suburban counties, including publicly-funded seats. Will your child be ready for kindergarten? Do you know what to look for? Do you know how to help them be ready to succeed? Download this checklist and a...
Lead Poisoning Focus Group
Are you concerned about children and lead? Participate in a focus group on December 12th and receive a $25 gift card! See the attached flyer for full details. You must RSVP to this event. Contact David Loeb at davidl@childrenfirstpa.com or call 215-563-5848 x13.
Annual Appeal: Our Kids Are Worth It
Donate online today at www.childrenfirstpa.org/donate Only a few months ago, we entered a David vs. Goliath struggle – little kids vs BIG SODA. We led the fight for kids, and we won! We couldn’t have done it without your support! The American Beverage...
Behavioral Health and Developmental Resources
This purpose of this guide is to provide information to Philadelphia early childhood educators on how to help parents and caregivers obtain services for children ages 0 to 5 with behavioral health concerns and/or developmental delays. For more information on PCCY's...
Left Out: Philadelphia Indicators
Children Stuck in Recession in Philadelphia Despite Recovery READ – Left Out: The Status of Children in Philadelphia Graphics for social media – please share
Left Out: Chester County Indicators
Children Stuck in Recession in Chester County Despite Recovery READ – Left Out: The Status of Children in Chester County Graphics for social media – please share