You are invited to a Zoom webinar on Friday, May 7, 2021 at 01:30 PM Eastern Time Topic: Child Care Provider Field Forums on Federal Stimulus Funding: BucksCo Register in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_e-b1Gqs9Sp29nz6L-WsGDg After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
We honor the anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education with a call to make right the racial inequities and massive underfunding in Pennsylvania's education system that denies opportunity to thousands of students. Just as Brown v. Board of Education changed the lives of students of color, we have a chance to make historic change for […]
Priority One: Education Equity Come for this interactive virtual event to hear from education experts about equity in education, how we are working together to get underfunded districts more funding and why we need state education funding to offset education costs. Stay to meet new and seasoned advocates from across the region and learn effective […]
Are you looking for a summer camp experience like few others for your middle- or high-schooler? Your kids can Build, Code & Create their own gaming experiences within Fortnite or Unreal Engine! We even have a camp dedicated to teaching kids how to compete and be a "good sport" in Fortnite Esports competitions. Does your […]
Join PCCY on Thursday, August 5th from 1pm to 4pm for our first annual Game Day for Kids! We will be set up next to the Please Touch Museum (4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA 19131) on the Kelly Pool side. Some of the fun activities include, arts and crafts, bean bag toss, horseshoes, […]
Free Eye Care for Kids on Saturday, October 9, 2021 from 9:00am to 5:00pm BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! For children 17 years and under, from Philadelphia and surrounding counties, who have not had, or who have not passed, an eye screening and/or who are uninsured. Starting Monday, September 20th, call to make an appointment for a […]
Dr. William Hite will transition from his role as Superintendent for the School District of Philadelphia next August, and the search is on for his replacement. Stakeholder input is needed to shape the search process. The Board of Education has rolled out a series of 17 listening sessions – in-person and virtual – in 18 […]
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As we look forward to the upcoming holiday season, we hope you'll help us bring some cheer to local families. It's been a tough year for children and teens in Philadelphia so let's show them we care. The Young Professionals Advisory Council (YPAC) of Children First, in cooperation with the Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association […]
Pennsylvania’s Historic FAIR FUNDING Trial starts in November! Are you ready to make history with us? After seven years of fighting for fair education funding, Pennsylvania’s students will finally have their day in court. You’ve fought with us to fund our schools. You’ve spoken up to ensure that every Pennsylvania public school student has a […]
Are you ready to fight for your kids’ needs, but don’t know where to start or even what tools and skills you’ll need? At Children First, we know parents are leaders and experts in the needs of their children. We want to unleash your parent power to advocate on behalf of PA’s children and drive […]
School districts across Pennsylvania have been testifying in support of the Fair Funding Lawsuit and will continue through January 2022. Fill out this form to receive a notification telling you when the school districts you are interested in watching will be testifying! You can also sign up to be part of a watch party with […]
Pennsylvania's cyber charter schools are over-funded and under-regulated compared to similar programs in 26 other states. The PA Disconnect in Cyber Charter Oversight and Funding, a new report by the PA Charter Performance Center, explores how other states successfully monitor and fund cyber charters, and offers concrete recommendations on how we can do it right […]
This is a forum for caregivers to learn about the historic fair funding trial, the commentary coming out of the courts, and how they can help build momentum for our collective fight for fair funding! Our kids deserve more than what they are getting, and we need your support to help make sure our kids […]
Have you claimed the cash owed to you? Children First and the Campaign for Working Families invite you to join us for one of our tax prep sessions on learning more about what is owed to you and how to claim the cash for your family before the IRS deadline! Don't delay... register for one […]
Join us for a Vigil for Fair Funding on March 15th at 3pm at Philadelphia's City Hall by the Octavius Catto statue located on the South Broad Street side of the building.
Children First is pleased to present a series of four workshops for Parents and Providers on what you should know before you cast your next vote! Over 100 districts have changed since the last time you voted! Parents and Providers and invited to join Children First to learn about what you need to know before […]
Join student advocates from across the region to learn about justice in education, share what you're passionate about, and generate education solutions with fellow advocates
Learn how to contact your elected official and make impact in as little as 60 seconds! 1:00pm Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrf-6vqT4pEtBviRxgQKdYdunuBdEJgWFp 6:30pm Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUscOivpzwtHtxwez91LilBRyAXMkxpBY5I
The Celebration of the 2022 Children First “Champion for Children“ honoring Dalila Wilson-Scott, EVP and Chief Diversity Officer at Comcast Corporation and President, Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation On the evening of Tuesday, May 10, 2022, we will shine a spotlight on the visionary commitment of Comcast NBCUniversal, best exemplified by the company’s response to the pandemic. […]
Join Children First at the Citizens Bank Park as we return to visit the Philadelphia Phillies as they take on the Washington Nationals. Tickets are $25 in the 200 level - first base side. Get your tickets now. Children First will also be the beneficiary of the 50/50 drawing this evening so be sure to […]
Over the course of his first 100 days, School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington Sr. will host 80 Listening & Learning Sessions wherein he meets students, families, District staff, and community members invested in our student’s achievement. And that means he needs to hear from you! Before our children return to school on […]
Join us for the release of Children First's report on COVID's impact on the children in Philadelphia. Special guests Dr. Ala Stanford, Regional Director of the U.S. Department of Human Services and our new Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Tony Watlington will discuss the report's recommendations. This event will be in-person on Monday, August 8, 2022 […]
Join us for one of our upcoming caregiver sessions to learn more about parents empowered for change, specifically, what challenges and issues informed its creation, its theory of change, and a brief overview of The Parent and Kinship Action Lab. Click here to learn more about Parents Empowered for Change Click here to register for […]
Join us for one of our upcoming caregiver sessions to learn more about parents empowered for change, specifically, what challenges and issues informed its creation, its theory of change, and a brief overview of The Parent and Kinship Action Lab. Click here to learn more about Parents Empowered for Change Click here to register for […]
Join us for one of our upcoming caregiver sessions to learn more about parents empowered for change, specifically, what challenges and issues informed its creation, its theory of change, and a brief overview of The Parent and Kinship Action Lab. Click here to learn more about Parents Empowered for Change Click here to register for […]
Understanding the Building Blocks of a Quality Early Childhood Education System. ECE providers are invited to join us on Saturday, October 1, 2022 from 9am to 4pm at PHMC's offices, 1500 Market Street, East (the Clothes Pin Building). This summit is eligible for PQAS hours. Special guests: Dr. Cherie Crosby-Weeks - Dean of Business, […]
Join Children First on Tuesday, October 25th at 9:30 am as we work with the Acting PA Secretary of Health and Delaware County officials as we unveil strategies to stop childhood lead poisoning. RSVP at: www.childrenfirstpa.org/delcoleadforum