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🍀 A little luck + a lot of good policy = stronger futures for kids Sign up for PPC’s e-newsletter to stay informed: 👉 bit.ly/BeaVoiceforKids

Social workers help ensure children and families can access the care and supports they need, no matter where they live. We’re grateful for your impact this #WorldSocialWorkDay. 💛

Care about Pennsylvania’s kids? We do too. 💙 Join PPC’s newsletter for the latest updates on child health, education, and family policy. 👉 bit.ly/BeaVoiceforKids

March is National Social Work Month. Today, we’re highlighting the essential role social workers play in Pennsylvania’s child welfare system supporting safety, stability, and long-term well-being for children and families. 💙 #SocialWorkMonth

Frequent school changes disrupt learning. Federal policy can reinforce stability and continuity.

Nearly half of all PA kids, over 1.3 million, get their health coverage through Medicaid & CHIP. These programs ensure access to check-ups, vaccines, and care for conditions like diabetes, autism, and depression. They’re essential for healthy families. papartnerships.org/report/fact-sh…

“It’s disappointing, from our perspective, that that change was made,” said Becky Ludwick, Public Policy VP at PPC. “There were multiple states, including PA, that were prepared to move forward with continuous eligibility for children.” @pennlive @zwhoopes pennlive.com/news/2026/02/s…

📄 New from PPC: Half of PA’s children rely on Medicaid or CHIP for quality health coverage. Our latest fact sheet breaks down enrollment, trends, and why strong investments matter. Read here: papartnerships.org/report/fact-sh…

🍩 Happy Fasnacht Day! Get your policy updates with your pastries and sign up for PPC’s newsletter: bit.ly/BeaVoiceforKids

Gov. Shapiro’s 2026-27 state budget proposal prioritizes the ECE workforce! Let’s show our love by sending the Governor a thank you at: startstrongpa.org/take-action?em…

A new report from @Ready_Nation finds the #ChildCareCrisis has escalated to $172 BILLION each year and will continue to grow unless our lawmakers intervene. Read the report: instituteforchildsuccess.org/cost-child-car…

"Child care is really the workforce behind the workforce," said Kari King, president and CEO of PPC. Read more via @PublicNewsSvc: app.publicnewsservice.org/story/educatio…

Pennsylvania’s economy depends on strong talent pipelines. Career & Technical Education gives students real skills for real jobs — and helps employers meet demand. Investing in CTE means investing in our future workforce. #CTEMonth

It's that time of year again. What does the Governor’s Budget Proposal mean for kids in Pennsylvania? We break it down clearly and directly in our 2026–27 analysis. 🔗 papartnerships.org/2026-27-state-…

Honoring the past. Celebrating the present. Investing in the future of every child. #BlackHistoryMonth

Tonight at 7:30 PM, tune in to hear our President & CEO, Kari King, bring big energy (and big insights!) on how federal policies impact children and families across PA.

Can't tune in for the Gov's #pabudget address? Don't worry. We'll be watching 👀 and letting you know what this budget means for PA kids and families.

❄️ Phil called it: six more weeks of winter. No matter the forecast, we’re committed to pushing for policies that help Pennsylvania families thrive year-round. #GroundhogDay

Career and technical education prepares students for in-demand careers and strengthens Pennsylvania’s workforce. PPC is advancing policies that expand access to high-quality CTE programs statewide.#CareerTechEd #CTE #WorkforceDevelopment papartnerships.org/our-work/k12-e…

Snow day today? Sign up for PPC’s eNewsletter and be a voice for kids, no boots or snowsuit required. ❄️ bit.ly/BeaVoiceforKids