This is a forum for caregivers to learn about the historic fair funding trial, the commentary coming out of the courts, and how they can help build momentum for our collective fight for fair funding! Our kids deserve more than what they are getting, and we need your support to help make sure our kids […]
Have you claimed the cash owed to you? Children First and the Campaign for Working Families invite you to join us for one of our tax prep sessions on learning more about what is owed to you and how to claim the cash for your family before the IRS deadline! Don't delay... register for one […]
Join us for a Vigil for Fair Funding on March 15th at 3pm at Philadelphia's City Hall by the Octavius Catto statue located on the South Broad Street side of the building.
Children First is pleased to present a series of four workshops for Parents and Providers on what you should know before you cast your next vote! Over 100 districts have changed since the last time you voted! Parents and Providers and invited to join Children First to learn about what you need to know before […]
Join student advocates from across the region to learn about justice in education, share what you're passionate about, and generate education solutions with fellow advocates
Learn how to contact your elected official and make impact in as little as 60 seconds! 1:00pm Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrf-6vqT4pEtBviRxgQKdYdunuBdEJgWFp 6:30pm Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUscOivpzwtHtxwez91LilBRyAXMkxpBY5I
The Celebration of the 2022 Children First “Champion for Children“ honoring Dalila Wilson-Scott, EVP and Chief Diversity Officer at Comcast Corporation and President, Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation On the evening of Tuesday, May 10, 2022, we will shine a spotlight on the visionary commitment of Comcast NBCUniversal, best exemplified by the company’s response to the pandemic. […]
Join Children First at the Citizens Bank Park as we return to visit the Philadelphia Phillies as they take on the Washington Nationals. Tickets are $25 in the 200 level - first base side. Get your tickets now. Children First will also be the beneficiary of the 50/50 drawing this evening so be sure to […]
Over the course of his first 100 days, School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington Sr. will host 80 Listening & Learning Sessions wherein he meets students, families, District staff, and community members invested in our student’s achievement. And that means he needs to hear from you! Before our children return to school on […]
Join us for the release of Children First's report on COVID's impact on the children in Philadelphia. Special guests Dr. Ala Stanford, Regional Director of the U.S. Department of Human Services and our new Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Tony Watlington will discuss the report's recommendations. This event will be in-person on Monday, August 8, 2022 […]
Join us for one of our upcoming caregiver sessions to learn more about parents empowered for change, specifically, what challenges and issues informed its creation, its theory of change, and a brief overview of The Parent and Kinship Action Lab. Click here to learn more about Parents Empowered for Change Click here to register for […]
Join us for one of our upcoming caregiver sessions to learn more about parents empowered for change, specifically, what challenges and issues informed its creation, its theory of change, and a brief overview of The Parent and Kinship Action Lab. Click here to learn more about Parents Empowered for Change Click here to register for […]
Join us for one of our upcoming caregiver sessions to learn more about parents empowered for change, specifically, what challenges and issues informed its creation, its theory of change, and a brief overview of The Parent and Kinship Action Lab. Click here to learn more about Parents Empowered for Change Click here to register for […]
Understanding the Building Blocks of a Quality Early Childhood Education System. ECE providers are invited to join us on Saturday, October 1, 2022 from 9am to 4pm at PHMC's offices, 1500 Market Street, East (the Clothes Pin Building). This summit is eligible for PQAS hours. Special guests: Dr. Cherie Crosby-Weeks - Dean of Business, […]
Join Children First on Tuesday, October 25th at 9:30 am as we work with the Acting PA Secretary of Health and Delaware County officials as we unveil strategies to stop childhood lead poisoning. RSVP at: www.childrenfirstpa.org/delcoleadforum
Join us on December 5th for our latest report release and panel discussion on kids in Delaware County Post COVID! Register by clicking here or the image below.
Join Children First, along with our Co-Sponsor, the United Way of Bucks County for a discussion on how kids in Bucks County are doing Post-COVID. Click Here to register. Click Here to register.
Join Children First, along with our Co-Sponsor, Here for Us Montco, for a discussion on how kids in Montgomery County are doing Post-COVID. Click here to register.
We want to learn about your experience with kindergarten registration. Was it easy? Was it hard? Did you experience trouble with obtaining your child's health records by the start of school? Was it challenging to know what to do? Parents from the WD Kelly School are invited to join us on Monday, March 20th at […]
We want to learn about your experience with kindergarten registration. Was it easy? Was it hard? Did you experience trouble with obtaining your child's health records by the start of school? Was it challenging to know what to do? Parents from the Carnell School are invited to join us on Thursday, March 23 at 1:30pm […]
We want to learn about your experience with kindergarten registration. Was it easy? Was it hard? Did you experience trouble with obtaining your child's health records by the start of school? Was it challenging to know what to do? Parents from the Harrington School are invited to join us on Thursday, March 23 at 9:30am […]
We want to learn about your experience with kindergarten registration. Was it easy? Was it hard? Did you experience trouble with obtaining your child's health records by the start of school? Was it challenging to know what to do? Parents from the Southwark School are invited to join us on Monday, March 27 at 2:15pm […]
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Join us in making sure lawmakers make the lives of children better by improving early childhood education, public schools and children's health care Youth, parents, teachers, early childhood and health care professionals are needed to make sure lawmakers know our children need them to do so much more for kids April 26th - Advocacy Day […]
Philadelphia is in the midst of a gun violence pandemic that threatens the very safety of our children. Afterschool, out-of-school time (OST), and youth workforce development programs can serve as a means to keep our children safe during the later hours in the day, while furthering their educations, social skills and career goals. What are […]
Carnell’s Birthday Party for all 5-year-olds. Bring your required enrollment forms to the party to sign your child up for Kindergarten. Is Your Child 5 or Turning 5 Before September? Do you live in the catchment area around Duckrey? You’ll want to join us! Free Games and Activities, Cupcakes and Goodies, Arts and Crafts. Wednesday, […]
Are you concerned for the state of early childhood education in Philadelphia? Join the Kids Campaign for a virtual event – “Ask Me Anything” with Mayoral Candidate Rebecca Rhynhart. Register at: bit.ly/5323askmeanything
W. D. Kelly's Birthday Party for all 5-year-olds. Bring your required enrollment forms to the party to sign your child up for Kindergarten. Is Your Child 5 or Turning 5 Before September? Do you live in the catchment area around W. D. Kelly Elementary School? You’ll want to join us! Free Games and Activities, Cupcakes […]
Are you concerned for the state of early childhood education in Philadelphia? Join the Kids Campaign for a virtual event - "Ask Me Anything" with Mayoral Candidates, Cherelle Parker and Jeff Brown. Register at: bit.ly/2023askmeanything