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Jan

Navigating Behavioral Challenges: Effective Strategies for Addressing Issues with Parents

January 28, 2026

Addressing behavioral challenges in students can be one of the most sensitive aspects of an educator's role. When behavioral issues arise, it’s essential to approach the situation thoughtfully and collaboratively, particularly when working with parents.

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Jan

Oral Health: A Silent Crisis for Children Experiencing Homelessness

January 20, 2026

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Jan

Update on Foreign Degree Evaluation Reimbursements for Evaluations Received by December 31, 2025

January 15, 2026

Beginning February 2026, Foreign Degree Evaluation reimbursement applications will undergo review and processing. Approved payments will be issued by the end of February 2026.

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Jan

Pennsylvania Selected for National Thrive from the Start Award to Address Prenatal–Three Homelessness

January 13, 2026

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Jan

PDO Policy Communication #25-01: PDO Youth Pathway and Enrollment Prioritization

January 12, 2026

OCDEL PDO Policy Communication #25-01

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Jan

PD Registry Resources Related To The Child Care Staff Recruitment and Retention (CCSRR) Program

January 9, 2026

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Jan

Pennsylvania’s Children’s Trust Fund: Request for Applications

January 5, 2026

Dec

Happy Holidays

December 31, 2025

Happy Holidays from the PQA team!

Dec

Bureau of Certification eNewsletter, Winter 2025

December 23, 2025

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Dec

Assessor Spotlight: Barbara Bredall Searle

December 17, 2025

Welcome to the “Let’s Talk Quality” blog feature where we spotlight a member of the Pennsylvania Program Quality Assessment (PQA) Team each month. Have fun getting to know our team!

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