The Private Industry Council (PIC) was pleased to serve as a valued partner to the Western PA Operating Engineers, beginning with preparation coursework on January 10th & 17th, 2026 and concluding with testing held from January 21st - 27th. Operating engineers are...
The Private Industry Council (PIC) Afterschool Program, funded through the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) initiative, and administered by the state of PA made a meaningful impact on students and families in Fayette and Westmoreland...
The holiday season is a time of joy. However, it also comes with busy schedules, gift shopping, and year-end deadlines. Taking care of yourself is essential not just for your well-being, but so you can truly enjoy the holiday season. Here are some cheerful self-care...
Families enrolled in Head Start and Early Head Start of Fayette County were invited to “Alphabet Safari” held at the Lemont Furnace Head Start Center on November 19, 2025. The theme of the event was to focus on language and literacy skills from the program’s school...
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Head Start / Early Head Start FAQs The Private Industry Council discusses frequently asked questions for Head Start and Early Head Start students. Private Industry Council operates the Head Start / Early Head Start program for Beaver and Fayette Counties in the...
The Private Industry Council (PIC) was invited to attend a Douglas Education Center (DEC) Open House celebrating 25 years with Tom Savini’s Special Make-Up Effects Program on Thursday, November 14, 2024 (3:00 PM-7:00 PM). At this event, they were able to see the DEC campus to learn about DEC’s tuition/other costs, review financial aid options, and the application process. The staff in attendance were also able to tour the Skills Trades Programs including CDL and Heavy Equipment. Program participants from both PIC’s DADS MATTER and Youth Re-entry Programs have successfully completed the CDL Program and secured gainful employment in the transportation industry.
Featured in the photo from left to right: Eadrik Davenport (DADS MATTER Instructor/ Fatherhood Financial Coach), Tony Báez Milán, DEC’s Executive Director of Admissions, Eric J. Badgley (Youth Specialist CDL Transportation) Transportation and Ashley Sabo, DEC’s Senior Admissions Representative/Recruiter.
Pictured with the CDL Truck are Eric J. Badgley and John P. Ruggieri, Jr.
PIC and DEC look forward to continuing this partnership that contributes to enriching lives of youth, adults (fathers/father figures), families, and communities.
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