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Child Trends highlights comman elements in ECE staff retention

Frequent staff turnover in early care and education (ECE) programs is a widespread issue that has been associated with negative outcomes for ECE programs and providers, as well as children. more

Education

Income

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Online tool shows Wolf education funding by school district

Gov. Tom Wolf’s $34.1 billion budget proposal for 2019-20 includes more than $6.5 billion for basic education to support school district operations. more

Education

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New online center encourages use of evidence-based policies

A new online resource center provides case studies on the effective use of data by state and county governments. more

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City releases alarming report on lead poisoning of children

The fight to rid Philadelphia homes of toxic lead paint is at a standstill, but the Philadelhpia Department of Public Health has taken a big and necessary leap forward to bring greater clarity. more

Health

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Report highlights negative impact of principal mobility in PA

When a principal leaves a school, research suggests that students tend to suffer. And a new study of K-12 schools in Pennsylvania shows that principals are more mobile in big, urban districts. more

Education

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'Roadmap' outlines progressive policy agenda for PA

The We The People - PA campaign, a project of Pennsylvania Budget and Policy Center, has released their Roadmap to a New Pennsylvania. more

Advocacy

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New fact sheet highlights needs of youth aging out of foster care

The fact sheet shows how young people fare from foster care to adulthood. more

Basic Needs

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Value of home visiting in preventing violence cited

Giving birth to and raising a young child presents an exciting opportunity for families; yet, for some, child-bearing can be a quite difficult challenge. more

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