Join us for our annual Fall Festival on Tuesday, October 31st!Time: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.Location: 5736 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 Enter of the 58th Street side.We want to ensure that our youngest constituents can safely enjoy their Halloween. Come in costume for an afternoon full of fun with free food, games, bounce houses and face painting. There will also be information on PennDot, Dept of Human Service and employment support.Co-sponsored by The Common Place, Salt & Light and the 12th District Cops & Kids Read more
Don’t miss our Delco Back to School community resource fair Wednesday Aug. 28 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Park Lane Elementary School, 1300 Park Lane, Darby, PA 19023.This event is ONLY for students in the William Penn School District. Please note that once supplies are gone, they are GONE! Read more
We will be distributing backpacks and related supplies from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29 at my district office, located at 149 S. 60th St. This event is only for residents of Philadelphia. Please note that once supplies are gone, they are GONE! Read more
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Rep. Joanna McClinton, PA Speaker of the House, stated: “This is great news for families, but also for businesses and employers who depend on workers having safe, reliable child or dependent care so employees can go to work.” Read more
Everyone deserves to be safe at work – that means free from physical harm as well as mental or psychological abuse Read more
“Everyone deserves to be safe at work – that means free from physical harm as well as mental or psychological abuse,” said McClinton, who represents portions of Delaware County and Philadelphia. “While there are laws on the books to protect workers from environmental hazards, we need to do more to protect people from workplace psychological hazards like bullying and oppressive treatment that create toxic work environments and cause undue stress and anxiety for workers.” Read more
Workplace bullying and psychological abuse are not illegal in Pennsylvania, but lawmakers raised the issue during a policy committee hearing Wednesday. Read more
NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: School Safety and Mental Health Grants Who May Apply: Eligible school entities as defined under 24 P.S. §13-1314.1-B of the PA Public School Code. Use: Funding may be used to assist schools with physical safety and/or behavioral health needs. Funds: $100 million is available to be distributed via a formula that stipulates school districts are to receive $100,000 base average and an additional amount based on their 22/23 Adjusted Average Daily Membership. Other eligible school entities are to receive $70,000. Application Deadline: September 26, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Targeted School Safety Grants for Nonpublic Schools Who May Apply: Nonpublic schools as defined under Section 924.3-A of the PA Public School Code, municipalities, law enforcement agencies, or approved vendors. Use: Funding may be used to assist schools with physical safety and/or behavioral health needs. Funds: A total of $19,665,000 in state school safety and security funds is being announced to support this initiative. Application Deadline: September 26, 2024 More information: PCCD Website PennDOT: Rail Freight Assistance Program/Rail Transportation Assistance Program Who May Apply: Railroad company, transportation organization, municipality, municipal authority, user Read more
It’s the time of year when kids and families anxiously prepare to go back to school, and this year Philadelphia schools will be better equipped than ever to offer every student the education they need to graduate college and career ready. Read more
Get Ready to Head Back to School! Read more
Southwest Shred Day is TODAY! Read more
Education and political leaders joined Thursday at the G.W. Childs School in the Point Breeze section of South Philadelphia to discuss the positive impacts the state budget will have on education and Philadelphia public schools. Read more
Pennsylvania 2024-25 budget a down payment on our future Read more
When you have just a two-vote majority in a state legislature as diverse, yet contentious as Pennsylvania, how do you govern? What's that transition like, from Representative to leader to Speaker? And if you’re also a Speaker from an urban district working with or trying to create policy with legislators prioritizing interests from rural, exurban and suburban regions, how do you balance that? Read more
An inspiring portrait project initiative started to celebrate the record number of women serving in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and aims to inspire women and girls everywhere. The “Dear Girl” Project, led by the state’s first woman speaker, aims to highlight the contributions and journeys of these trailblazing women. Read more
Hair braiders have long said they practice an ancient art form that should be free from modern cosmetology regulations. Read more
MEMBERS OF THE KEYSTONE CLUSTER OF THE LINKS INC., TRAVELED TO HARRISBURG LAST MONTH TO ADVOCATE FOR STATE LEADERS TO PASS THE CROWN ACT. Read more
Mark your calendar for upcoming events and opportunities in our community! Read more
State budget provides roadmap for strengthening PA communities. Read more
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