On Sunday, February 19th, staff from the PA CareerLink® Fayette County participated in TEAM IAN CHARITIES, "Turtle Bowl" to raise funds to "Help Others Run Their Race." TEAM IAN CHARITIES Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization was established in memory of Ian Paul...
Head Start/Early Head Start Registration Day, a crucial step in opening doors to early childhood education for eligible families in our community. The event took place on March 19th, 2025 at 5 locations throughout the community. Head Start and Early Head Start...
On March 7, 2025, the Pre-K Counts team at the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. proudly hosted its Annual Registration Day, a pivotal event for families with children aged 3 to 5 years interested in our exceptional program. This was a fantastic...
Owen Hockenberry was a fun-loving, goofy 6-year-old. He was the best big brother, son, and grandson that anyone could ever ask for. Owen loved going to the fair, Idlewild, camping, fishing, and pretty much everything and anything. He loved school and was excited to...
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On March 13, 2025, HS/EHS of Fayette County hosted our annual Registration Day event at the HS/EHS centers in Fayette County. The event was open to pregnant women and families with children ages birth – 5 that were interested in learning more about the Head Start/Early Head Start and gave them the option to apply for services on the spot. Families enjoyed light refreshments, while the children engaged in different activities and listening to stories. Children also stayed engaged by using our smartboard, and playing Basketball Letter Match., which was very enjoyable for all. The children birth – 3 years old played in our sensory bins as well.
Hosted in every center throughout Fayette County, we had 69 attendees overall. Families had the opportunity to come to one of our centers, complete an application on site, meet the staff, and to tour classrooms and buses. It also allowed the families to ask questions and gain knowledge of our program. The parents observed their children interacting with others in a classroom setting and learn more about the importance of socialization is to children at this age. By the time the day ended, and families were scheduled to leave, the children were asking to stay.
Registration Day brought in 30 applications completed at the centers. The Mt. Vernon site had 10 attendees, and 4 applications completed. The Redstone site had 7 attendees, and 3 applications completed. Connellsville site had 13 attendees, and 6 applications completed. Connellsville Township site had 14 attendees, and 6 applications completed. Masontown site had 6 attendees, and 3 app
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