The Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission announced the appointment of 10 new members, along with nine renewing members – all business leaders from across the state. New and returning members took their oath to serve on Pennsylvania’s Early Learning Investment Commission on October 17th at a ceremony in the Governor’s…
Read MoreThe Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission is seeking an Executive Director
The Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission is seeking a strategic and persuasive Executive Director. The Commission is a network of business champions who understand the solid connection between quality early childhood experiences and a strong Pennsylvania economy. The executive director’s success will be determined by his/her ability to raise funds…
Read MorePhiladelphia ECE Apprenticeship Model Offers a Solution for the Workforce
Pictured left to right: Carol Austin, First Up; Linda Smith, Bipartisan Policy Center; and Cheryl Feldman, District 1199C Training Fund take part in a panel discussion on the apprenticeship model. The District 1199C Training and Upgrading Fund, led by Cheryl Feldman, hosted a conference in Philadelphia recently to highlight both…
Read MoreICYMI: Marking Progress and Moving Forward – Upcoming Events in Philadelphia and Reading
Early Childhood Education Apprenticeship Conference to Highlight Promising Initiatives One of early learning's biggest challenges is developing and retaining a well-qualified workforce. Cheryl Feldman, executive director of the District 1199c Training & Upgrading Fund, presented on a new innovative apprenticeship program at our 10th Anniversary Economic Summit. Now, her organization will…
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