The PD Registry

09/24/2026

Calling all educators! Join us at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh on October 11 for a half-day of learning, play, and inspiration. Enjoy exclusive early access to the new exhibit, It’s a Beautiful Day to Be You: Inspired by Mister Rogers, Daniel Tiger & Donkey Hodie, refreshments, and engaging breakout sessions hosted by Children's Museum of Pittsburgh, Fred Rogers Productions, WQED and the Fred Rogers Institute.

Learn more and purchase your ticket today: https://ow.ly/Ggb450ZQHjH

09/17/2026

09/17/2026

As Pennsylvania continues to respond to a growing measles outbreak, new research highlights an important reminder: vaccine decisions are deeply personal and are influenced by trust, a desire to protect children, confidence in vaccination programs, and individual concerns or barriers. Researchers found that addressing parents' specific questions and experiences can help strengthen vaccine confidence and support informed decision-making. Protecting children starts with trusted information and open conversations. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40723-026-00186-1

09/16/2026

In the middle of National Early Literacy Month, this new study brings to light the challenging findings of a new study.
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2853467

Discover ways you can improve and promote early literacy. https://papromiseforchildren.com/september-is-national-early-literacy-month/

09/15/2026

Curious about how schools and early care programs can source more Pennsylvania-grown foods? Join the Pennsylvania Farm to School Network for the FREE September Virtual Open House on Sept. 24, 3–4:30 p.m. EST, and explore strategies, resources, and partnerships that support successful local food procurement. This is a great opportunity to connect with others, ask questions, and learn from practitioners across the state. Register here https://ow.ly/zOm350ZHJc1

09/10/2026

Have you heard about this virtual workshop? Pittsburgh Ready Literacy Workshops: Library 101: Resources that Support Early Learners and Their Adults - Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh on September 17 from 6pm-7pm. The focus is on library resources in Allegheny County and participants will receive PQAS credit as well as a small gift that they can pick-up from their nearest Allegheny County library. https://ow.ly/gBL650ZHKXH

09/10/2026

Shapiro Administration Announces Over $3 Million in Children’s Trust Fund Grants for Innovative Child Abuse Prevention Initiatives.

More than $3 million to 21 community-based organizations. The funding awarded by Pennsylvania’s Children’s Trust Fund reflects the public’s commitment to preventing child abuse and neglect.

09/10/2026

OCDEL's Bureau of Early Intervention Services and Family Supports seeks to award funds to qualified Applicants for the implementation or continuation of Family Support Programs, which consist of community-based, high-quality Evidence-Based Home Visiting (EBHV) services, as well as three categories of enhancements to these services: Evidence-Informed Programs, EBHV Model Enhancements, and Program Enhancements. Application deadline: Oct. 13, 2026. Learn more at https://www.emarketplace.state.pa.us/Solicitations.aspx?SID=25-RFA-13800

09/09/2026

The PA Department of Health and OCDEL has issued a Letter to Child Care Providers regarding measles. Find out what you should know. https://ow.ly/uy0Y50ZLf3P

09/09/2026

Register now! Understanding Adult Resilience and Four Key Contributing Factors. Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 1-2 p.m. (ET) In this webinar, you will reflect on your resilience, learn about four key factors that contribute to your resilience, and gain insights and simple strategies for promoting your resilience. https://zoom.us/webinar/register/4917775669907/WN_DNFC1qkFSx2a_VBcpI4Duw #/registration