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SUMMARY:What’s at Stake for Your Kids After The Elections?
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe political landscape is shifting in Washington\, but Harrisburg is looking pretty much the same. What does this mean for the kids you love? Join Donna Cooper\, Children First Executive Director\, to get some preliminary insights into what the election could mean for the children in your life.  \nAre there upcoming threats? What opportunities can we create? What does being pro-family look like in PA? \nWe’ll discuss that and more via Zoom on Thursday\, November 21st. \nREGISTER for at 8:00 AM  \nREGISTER for 5:30 PM\n \nChildren First is unwavering in our 45-year commitment to improve the lives of children you love and only together can we get your child the tools needed to thrive. \nWe’re in this together and your help now is critical to preparing for the challenges ahead. \n 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/whats-at-stake-for-your-kids-after-the-elections/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:How Are Bucks County Children and Teens Doing?
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/11920/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T150000
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SUMMARY:How Are Chester County Children and Teens Doing?
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/11924/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T153000
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SUMMARY:How are Delaware County Children and Teens Doing?
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/how-are-delaware-county-children-and-teens-doing/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20240711T163629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T164723Z
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SUMMARY:ECE Racial Equity Report Release
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/ece-racial-equity-report-release/
LOCATION:PHMC\, 1500 Market Street\, Philadelphia\, Pa\, 19103
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
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SUMMARY:Join Us In Harrisburg: Talk About Public Education
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US IN HARRISBURG\nMEET WITH YOUR STATE LEGISLATORS TO TALK ABOUT\nHOW THE STATE CAN SUPPORT K12 PUBLIC EDUCATION \n \n  \nMay 8: Join local advocates to demand adequate & fair school funding! \nMay 22: Join our statewide coalition in a statewide rally & lobby day for fair school funding! \nJune 5: Join us to demand funding to fix our crumbling school buildings! \nJune 12: Join us to advocate for reforming cyber charter tuition to save money for schools! \nSIGN UP NOW: We will handle making appointments with your legislators\nwww.childrenfirstpa.org/2024caravan \nOther opportunities are also available!  For more information\, contact Shirlee Howe at shirleeh@childrenfirstpa.com or Kevin Burgess at kevinb@childrenfirstpa.com. Call 215-563-5848 and leave a message to receive a call back.
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/join-us-in-harrisburg-talk-about-public-education-2/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
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SUMMARY:2024 Celebration of the Champions for Children honoring Vanguard
DESCRIPTION:On the evening of Thursday\, May 16\, 2024\, Children First will shine a spotlight on Vanguard for being exceptional leaders in making a lifelong impact on the lives of children. In words\, deeds\, and with resources\, Vanguard has stepped up for every child to get what they deserve in life – a strong start.  \nFor decades\, Vanguard has been an unsung partner and champion with Children First and local and national early learning leaders to deliver on this belief. In the last six years alone\, the company has invested over $60 million to support the learning\, development\, and joy of children today. Vanguard uses the same steady and research-backed approach to steward the investments of more than 50 million people worldwide to pave the way for children\, regardless of race or zip code\, to have the access to high-quality child care and early learning experiences. \nWe know that there are many worthy causes and amazing regional leaders to honor\, but we urge you to join Children First as we honor Vanguard as the 2024 Champions for Children. In doing so\, you’ll be among a growing list of corporations\, organizations\, and individuals that are actively improving the future for children. \n  \n \nClick here to purchase TICKETS \nClick here to purchase Individual Sponsorships \nClick here for Corporate Sponsorships \n 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/2024-celebration-of-the-champions-for-children-honoring-vanguard/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T200000
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Awareness Day\, Panel Discussion and Art Show
DESCRIPTION:  \nOn May 15\, join with us and hundreds of mental health advocates will march at the State Capitol building to call on lawmakers to invest more funding into mental health resources and professionals across the Commonwealth.   \nThe rally will include speeches from mental health leaders such as Representative Mike Schlossberg and former Deputy Secretary Joan Erney.  The rally will convene on the steps of the Capitol building at 1pm on Wednesday\, May 15th.  We are encouraging our partners and stakeholders to attend the rally\, and Children First will be hosting a special event for advocates following the rally at the nearby Susquehanna Art Museum.   \nOn exhibit at the museum is the I’m Fine project\, which is an exhibit of over 1\,000 masks made by people with mental health challenges to represent how we hide or minimize our emotions and mental health challenges.  The event will feature a panel discussion to highlight the need for increased resources and supports for young people’s mental health and explore the ways that art can be healing for young people. \nFor more information\, contact Kate Fox at katef@childrenfirstpa.com – also contact Kate if you can join us at the rally. \nIf you plan on attending the Art Show – see more information below and REGISTER FOR FREE HERE.  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/mental-health-awareness-day-panel-discussion-and-art-show/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20240216T210901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T134402Z
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SUMMARY:City Budget Advocacy Day press conference
DESCRIPTION: Budget Advocacy Day  \nPhiladelphia Press Conference \nThis year\, Children First is doubling down on our budget advocacy in Philadelphia\, and we need your help! We have a new Mayor\, new City Council\, and new Council President\, which means it’s a good opportunity for our elected officals to make big moves to show Philly that they’re shepherding a fresh start for the City. Children First has put four budget asks on the table for the administration and council. We’ve already sent these asks to the Mayor and Councilmembers\, and now we have to follow up. \n\nIncreasing the share of property taxes going to the School District of Philadelphia from at least 55% to 58% so that\, with the projected growth in property taxes revenues from assessed value increases\, at least $100 million more is provided to the district from local revenue sources in a predictable and recurring manner.\nInvesting $2.5 million more for 250 new PHLpreK seats and providing sufficient city funds to match for Philly Pre-K programs the reimbursement rate for Pre-K Counts programs as proffered by the Governor.\nSustaining and expanding out-of-school time options for kids with an increase of $8.8 million for additional programming and hours at recreation centers\, a $2 million infusion for Philly Youth Sports Fund so they can serve 5\,000 more youth\, and ensuring sufficient funds of up to $38 million\, are available to preserve the 8\,000 OST slots currently funded with School District ARP funds.\nInvesting the full amount of cost savings associated with reduced juvenile incarceration in diversion and community-based alternatives\, an estimated at $4 million.\n\nREGISTER HERE to join us on March 20\, 2024 at 10am in the Caucus Room at  \nPhiladelphia City Hall for this press conference.
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/city-budget-advocacy-day-press-conference/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T133000
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CREATED:20240228T200229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T200229Z
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SUMMARY:Reimagining our Mental Health System for Pennsylvania’s Children and Youth
DESCRIPTION:  \nAll children in Pennsylvania deserve access to high-quality\, culturally relevant mental health care.  This webinar will feature a panel of different perspectives\, including advocates\, clinical mental health practitioners\, insurance payers\, and youth voices to discuss the challenges of the existing system and explore strategies to improve the system. \n \n 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/reimagining-our-mental-health-system-for-pennsylvanias-children-and-youth/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T183000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20240213T202927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T205803Z
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SUMMARY:Reception Focused on Hispanic Youth in Philly
DESCRIPTION:  \n Report on the State of Hispanic Children in Philadelphia.   \nJoin Donna Cooper\, Executive Director and Javier Suarez\, Board President\, Children First\, and our partners to learn how we can improve Hispanic kids outcomes.  RSVP by February 28th.\n \n 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/reception-focused-on-hispanic-youth-in-philly/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240311T233000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20240213T201050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T210013Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Kinship Action Lab: Apply Before 3/11
DESCRIPTION:  \nApply here by Monday\, March 11\, 2024 \n \n 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/parent-kinship-action-lab-apply-before-3-11/
LOCATION:PA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T233000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20240213T200721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T200759Z
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SUMMARY:Empowerment Fellowship: Apply Before 2/26
DESCRIPTION:Apply here by Monday\, February 26\, 2024
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/empowerment-fellowship-apply-before/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20240201T144136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T144136Z
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SUMMARY:Fair Funding Lawsuit One Year Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:February 7th is the one-year anniversary of the historic Commonwealth Court ruling in favor of education funding and the day after Governor Shapiro releases his state budget.  \nJoin Children First and PA Schools Work for a rally at the State Capitol\, calling on lawmakers to meet their constitutional obligation and invest $5.4 billion additional dollars into public education.  \nInfo & registration
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/fair-funding-lawsuit-one-year-anniversary/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20240201T143715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T143806Z
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SUMMARY:The Budget Olympics
DESCRIPTION:We’d love for you to tune in to our Budget Olympics event on February 6th at 4pm highlighting Governor Shapiro’s wins for kids.  \nREGISTER HERE to find out what the governor has advanced for kids this budget season.  \nWe’re hopeful he’ll hit the mark…tune in to find out! 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/the-budget-olympics/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20240123T193334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T143932Z
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SUMMARY:Fair Funding Lawsuit One Year Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:  \nFebruary 7th is the one-year anniversary of the historic Commonwealth Court ruling in favor of education funding and the day after Governor Shapiro releases his state budget.  \nJoin Children First and PA Schools Work for a rally at the State Capitol\, calling on lawmakers to meet their constitutional obligation and invest $5.4 billion additional dollars into public education.  \nInfo & registration
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/11519/
LOCATION:PA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T180000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20231216T144839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T145122Z
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SUMMARY:Justice in Education Information Session
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Justice In Education (JIE) Fellowship is a free program for young people\, 7th to 12th grades\, to learn how to be powerful advocates for public education and engage in the lawmaking process.  \nREGISTER TODAY \n \nREGISTER TODAY
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/justice-in-education-information-session/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20231116T133944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T134421Z
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SUMMARY:Toy Drive & Holiday Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:The Young Professionals Advisory Council of Children First is bringing back their toy drive for a fourth year in a row!  Join us on Wednesday\, December 6th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Uptown Beer Garden\, 1500 JFK Blvd.  Bring a toy\, get a free well drink.  Can’t make the event?  Let us do the shopping for you!  Make a donation here and we will donate a toy on your behalf.
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/toy-drive-holiday-happy-hour/
LOCATION:PA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20231103T183915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T183915Z
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SUMMARY:Fund Our Schools: BEFC Comment Workshop
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/fund-our-schools-befc-comment-workshop/
LOCATION:PA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20231024T151907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T151934Z
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SUMMARY:Juvenile Justice Webinar: Supported Youth\, Safer Communities
DESCRIPTION:  \n 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/11408/
LOCATION:PA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20230822T205452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T233408Z
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SUMMARY:Flyers Fundraiser for Children First
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URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/flyers-fundraiser-for-children-first/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20231021T144547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231021T144610Z
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SUMMARY:Empowerment Fellowship Graduation
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/11397/
LOCATION:PA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20230822T191732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T203239Z
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SUMMARY:Lead Free Promise Project Regional Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Lead-Free Promise Project is pleased to invite you to attend the Chip Away at Lead Poisoning: The Lead-Free Promise Project Southeast Pennsylvania Regional Conference on October 25\, 2023. The day will include presentations and keynote speakers with engaging panel discussions addressing lead paint poisoning that still affects nearly 8\,000 Pennsylvania children every year. This first-of-its-kind conference will offer important information\, updates\, and beneficial resources — you don’t want to miss it. \nYour organization plays a valuable role in the success of the Lead-Free Promise Project and our mission to make Pennsylvania lead-free once and for all\, and we ask you to please share the below invite and registration link to your network. \nWe look forward to seeing you then! \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER: LINK TO REGISTRATION
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/lead-free-promise-project-regional-meeting/
LOCATION:Montgomery County Community College\, 340 Dekalb Pike\, Blue Bell\, PA\, 19422
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231021T144101Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Campaign Platform Release
DESCRIPTION:  \nThroughout the primary season\, we heard loud and clear that violence was the most important issue to be addressed by the next mayor\, and the Kids Campaign continues to hold that any long-term solution to violence centers kids. Philadelphia kids must be S.E.C.U.R.E. \nKids must have Safety\, Education\, Careers\, Uplift\, Recreation\, and a healthy Environment. \nThat’s why the coalition developed a Kids Platform for the 100th mayor that details concrete action steps the mayor can take in YEAR ONE to begin reducing violence in our city. Kids can have better schools\, more afterschool and summer programs\, more job opportunities\, and more resources to support their mental health \nWhoever you support as mayor\, come to our Kids Campaign Platform Launch to see how actions centering children and youth is the surest way to make Philadelphia safe. \nRegister Here \nDate: Monday\, October 23\, 2023\nTime: 2pm to 4pm\nLocation: Columbia North YMCA\,1400 North Broad Street\, Phila.
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/kids-campaign-platform-release/
LOCATION:PA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20230822T192843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T193259Z
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SUMMARY:Big Thing 2.0 - A Day for Updates and BIG Ideas
DESCRIPTION:Breaking through antiquated and under-resourced systems to make the lives of children better isn’t easy to do.  But when you shared your lived experiences\, ideas\, and passion with us last year\, we began a BIG conversation and BIG work to change that for Pennsylvania’s kids. \nTogether we decided we wanted new models for mental health and career education for our kids\, and a teacher pipeline that insists on diversity and cultural competence. \nIf you joined us last year\, let’s reconvene\, hear what we’ve done to advance those BIG ideas\, and get updated on some BIG changes underway at the state to help us achieve these BIG ideas.  If you are interested in helping us achieve the goals above\, email nelidas@childrenfirstpa.com to request an invitation to the conference.  Otherwise\, previous participants can REGISTER HERE. \nWe are also excited to hear from Alex Briscoe who leads California Children’s Trust (CCT) and learn how they convinced the state to “decolonize” the mental health service delivery system in ways that systemically tackle racial and access barriers that give EVERY child access to quality mental health services.
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/big-thing-2-0-a-day-for-updates-and-big-ideas/
LOCATION:PA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T130000
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SUMMARY:How School Vouchers Hurt Students
DESCRIPTION:Have you been wondering what’s s bad about private school vouchers? \nJoin Children First and our partners on the PA Schools Work campaign for a discussion on vouchers\, who benefits from vouchers\, and the overwhelmingly negative impact that these programs have on student achievement. \nThe discussion\, on Tuesday\, October 10\, 2023 at Noon\, will be led by Michigan State University professor Dr. Josh Cowen and Education Voters of PA Executive Director\, Susan Spicka.
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/how-school-vouchers-hurt-students/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20230822T191352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T191352Z
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SUMMARY:Beating the Back to School Blues
DESCRIPTION:  \nSummer’s still on\, but BACK TO SCHOOL is just around the corner\, which isn’t always a smooth transition\, especially after the last few years. Being a kid isn’t easy\, so we’re helping families in Philadelphia connect to mental health services available in their child’s school. \nChildren First is hosting a series of Zoom sessions: Beating the “Back to School Blues” interactive sessions with Philadelphia parents and our very own Kate Fox\, Behavioral Health Policy Coordinator. Multiple sessions are available to meet the demands of your busy schedule. \nClick here to REGISTER TODAY. \n \nClick here to REGISTER TODAY. \n  \n 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/beating-the-back-to-school-blues-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
CREATED:20230822T191256Z
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SUMMARY:Beating the Back to School Blues
DESCRIPTION:  \nSummer’s still on\, but BACK TO SCHOOL is just around the corner\, which isn’t always a smooth transition\, especially after the last few years. Being a kid isn’t easy\, so we’re helping families in Philadelphia connect to mental health services available in their child’s school. \nChildren First is hosting a series of Zoom sessions: Beating the “Back to School Blues” interactive sessions with Philadelphia parents and our very own Kate Fox\, Behavioral Health Policy Coordinator. Multiple sessions are available to meet the demands of your busy schedule. \nClick here to REGISTER TODAY. \n \nClick here to REGISTER TODAY. \n  \n 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/beating-the-back-to-school-blues-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
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UID:10000770-1695240000-1695243600@childrenfirstpa.org
SUMMARY:Beating the Back to School Blues
DESCRIPTION:  \nSummer’s still on\, but BACK TO SCHOOL is just around the corner\, which isn’t always a smooth transition\, especially after the last few years. Being a kid isn’t easy\, so we’re helping families in Philadelphia connect to mental health services available in their child’s school. \nChildren First is hosting a series of Zoom sessions: Beating the “Back to School Blues” interactive sessions with Philadelphia parents and our very own Kate Fox\, Behavioral Health Policy Coordinator. Multiple sessions are available to meet the demands of your busy schedule. \nClick here to REGISTER TODAY. \n \nClick here to REGISTER TODAY. \n  \n 
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/beating-the-back-to-school-blues-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T061129
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SUMMARY:Musical Evening with Children First
DESCRIPTION:Diego Matamoros is a Children First board member\, and former principal artist with the Metropolitan Opera and Royal Opera of Turin. He is joined by husband-and-wife duo Lilah Gosman and Miloš Repický. \nLilah is a licensed professional counselor and former educator\, and serves as President of the Music for Montauk festival. Miloš is the Hirsig Family Chair in Vocal Studies at the Curtis Institute of Music\, and a conductor at the Metropolitan Opera. All three of our guest performers have young children in the Philadelphia Schools\, and are excited to be able to support Children First’s mission through this evening of wonderful music. \nChildren First improves the lives and life chances of our region’s low-income\, Black\, and Hispanic children by advocating for the building blocks of opportunity — equitable access to high-quality early education\, sound health care\, effective public schools\, as well as dependency and delinquency systems that heal children. We work with and organize parents\, youth\, and concerned citizens to advance these fundamental requirements of a more just society and a better futures. \nCost: $250 per person concert only.  $500 per person concert and a private dinner. \nTickets: childrenfirstpa.org/musicalevening
URL:https://childrenfirstpa.org/event/musical-evening-with-children-first/
LOCATION:PA
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