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Latrobe Kinder-Schull Welcomes Senator Kim Ward
LATROBE, PA (June 2, 2021) – Latrobe Kinder-Schull welcomed PA State Senator Kim Ward and local leaders today for a virtual tour and conversation on the challenges of providing pre-k during the COVID-19 pandemic. Local leaders spoke to Senator Ward about the continued...
Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County Welcomes Senator Scott Martin
Lancaster, PA (June 1, 2021) – Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County welcomed PA State Senator Scott Martin and local leaders today for a virtual tour and conversation on the challenges of providing pre-k during the COVID-19 pandemic. Local leaders spoke to...
Philly.com: Commentary: Let Pa’s resolution for 2017 be expanded access to pre-k
Resolutions – proactive measurable goals that pave the way for future success – help us launch the new year with purpose and direction. Let’s resolve to build on the growing consensus for the wisdom of quality universal pre-K in Pennsylvania.
Times-Leader: Column: Retired Maj. Gen. Joseph F. Perugino: Our nation’s military preparedness linked to our nation’s preschools
When we thank our veterans on Veterans Day, let’s not stop there. Let’s ensure that the hard work and sacrifice of previous generations are upheld and carried forward by our young residents.
Times-Leader: Their View: State Must Invest in its Children
As the state legislature debates budget priorities, an area of concern on both sides of the aisle is the readiness of our future workforce. As a retired U.S. Army general, I too am concerned about this especially since the young people of today are the service members of the future.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Letter to the Editor: Investing in Pre-k is a Big Win for PA Children
In Gov. Tom Wolf’s recent budget 2019-2020 proposal, education was again a focus. As an elected school board member, I am glad to see our evolving understanding of the importance of funding the full continuum of high-quality early childhood education for all children. Specifically, the governor’s proposed investment of $50 million for high-quality pre-K is a big win for thousands of Pennsylvania’s youngest children.
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goerie: Gov. Wolf applauds state investment but warns more than cash is needed for early learning
Gov. Wolf applauds state investment but warns more than cash is needed for early learning October 12, 2021 An additional $30 million in state funding for early childhood education in 2021-22 will provide early learning programs for an additional 3,200 Pennsylvania...
yourerie: Governor Wolf visits Gilson Child Development Center
Governor Wolf visits Gilson Child Development Center October 12, 2021 Governor Tom Wolf made a visit to Erie on October 12th. The governor announced an investment in early education that will impact thousands of children in the upcoming school year. Governor Wolf took...