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HARRISBURG, PA — A growing crisis in Pennsylvania’s early care and education sector took center stage on Monday as lawmakers, advocates, and child care providers gathered to call for urgent …
Pennsylvania Leaders Rally to Address Early Education Teacher Shortage Read More
If you’re adding a child to your family, it’s an exciting time, and you have much to anticipate. Of course, this new addition will bring many changes in your life, …
Financial Moves for a Growing Family Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration has announced the launch of a no-cost water sampling initiative aimed at eliminating lead contamination in the drinking water of schools and childcare facilities …
Pennsylvania Offers Free Testing to Remove Lead from Schools’ Drinking Water, Safeguarding Children’s Health Read More HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is grappling with a childcare staffing crisis that has left many families without access to affordable care, threatening the livelihoods of parents and guardians while straining …
Pennsylvania’s Childcare Crisis Deepens: Families Struggle as Workforce Shrinks and Costs Rise Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania families struggling to find affordable childcare could soon see relief, thanks to Governor Josh Shapiro’s bold 2025-26 budget proposal. Presented at CrossPoint Early Learning Center in …
Struggling to Find Childcare? Governor Shapiro’s Bold Plan Could Transform the Lives of Pennsylvania Families Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed state budget for 2025-26 has won the enthusiastic support of State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, who calls the plan a vital investment in Pennsylvania’s …
How Melissa Shusterman’s Support for Shapiro’s Bold Budget Could Transform Your Community’s Future Read More
PAOLI, PA — Facing an urgent early childhood education staffing crisis, State Representative Melissa Shusterman states she will present a legislative proposal designed to recruit and retain educators critical to …
Shusterman Introduces Legislation to Combat Pennsylvania’s Childcare Staffing Crisis Read More
HARRISBURG, PA  — Child care in Pennsylvania is in crisis, and parents, educators, and advocates want Governor Shapiro to know it. On Wednesday, December 18, 2024, Start Strong PA delivered …
Pennsylvania’s Child Care Crisis Sparks Petition Demanding Action from Governor Shapiro Read More
PHOENIXVILLE, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro visited Bridge Street in downtown Phoenixville during the holiday season to highlight his administration’s commitment to fostering economic growth through support for small businesses and …
How Governor Shapiro’s Visit Spurs Economic Growth and Revitalizes Phoenixville’s Downtown Read More PAOLI, PA — In a significant step towards addressing the critical issue of child care accessibility, State Representative Melissa Shusterman, Democrat from Chester County, recently participated in the States Convening …
Revolutionizing Child Care: Rep. Melissa Shusterman’s Push for Affordable Solutions at National Forum! Read More