At PIC's Monessen Family Center after-school program, the kids got hands-on with the glowing world of chemistry by exploring glow sticks. They learned how a simple snap mixes chemicals to create that magical glow—and why it keeps shining without any batteries!...
Every fall we start hearing the same questions. Are the woolly bear caterpillars darker this year? Are the acorns heavier? Are the leaves falling early? For generations, people have looked to nature for clues about the winter ahead. Some of these ideas are just for...
At the Monessen Family Center, the kids dove into the fascinating world of anatomy. From learning about bones to discovering what shows up on an X-ray, curiosity was through the roof! It’s amazing to see their eyes light up as they connect what they learn in books to...
On Friday, October 17th, representatives from the Westmoreland and Alle-Kiski offices of PA CareerLink® attended the Southwestern Pennsylvania Healthcare Expo at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. The event, a collaborative initiative among regional workforce...
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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...
On Tuesday, February 28, 2023, we had the pleasure of welcoming the District Attorney of Westmoreland County to our corporate headquarters in Greensburg. Shujuane Martin- CEO/President of PIC and her education and workforce development team met with with DA Ziccarelli and her spokesperson, Melanie Jones, to discuss current programs offered by the Private Industry Council.
DA Ziccarelli had a chance to visit and hear more about our Dads Matter program, explore our new PIC Smart Lab, play with the children in the PIC Kidz Zone child care center and talk about the many youth programs, including Youth Re-Entry, that we offer here in Westmoreland County! We appreciated the time and attention that DA Ziccarelli gave to us to talk about our workforce and education priorities. DA Ziccarelli also shared with us her new initiative in Westmoreland County called the Handle With Care program for children dealing with trauma. We hope that she returns for another visit soon!
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