Community Connections for Children

09/04/2026

08/18/2026

A back-to-school extravaganza helped families prepare for the new school year with free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts and other resources.

07/22/2026

Community Connections for Children is celebrating the statewide recognition of Preschool Teachers as a High Priority Occupation (HPO), a significant step toward strengthening and investing in the professionals who play a critical role in children's development and our communities' success. This designation creates new opportunities for workforce training, tuition assistance, apprenticeship programs, and career advancement pathways.

A special congratulations to CCC's ECHO Workforce Development team, whose leadership and advocacy continue to expand career pathways and support the next generation of early childhood educators through innovative programs like the ECHO Teacher Aide & Registered Apprenticeship Program.

Read more about this exciting milestone and what it means for educators, families, and child care programs across Pennsylvania: https://cccforpa.org/early-childhood-educators-recognized-as-high-priority-occupation-in-pennsylvania/

07/16/2026

https://cccforpa.org/job-openings/

07/06/2026

📢 Application Deadline Extended to July 10, 2026 for the ECHO Teacher Aide/Registered Apprenticeship Program!
Are you an early childhood education provider in York County looking to strengthen your workforce and support the next generation of educators?
The ECHO Teacher Aide Registered Apprenticeship Program is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 cohort! This innovative workforce development opportunity helps teacher aides and apprentices earn their Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential while gaining valuable on-the-job experience, mentorship, and professional support.
📅 Cohort Dates:
August 2026 – April 2027
Friday morning In-Person Sessions
✅ Keystone STARS 1, 2, 3, and 4 programs are eligible to apply
✅ BLOOM recipients are eligible to participate
✅ Earn a CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential
✅ Registered Apprenticeship pathway with structured on-the-job learning
✅ Support for employers and participants through coaching, mentorship, and workforce development resources
✅ Funding support may be available through WIOA for eligible participants
Whether you're looking to grow your own talent pipeline or support current staff in advancing their careers, this program can help build a stronger early childhood workforce for our community.

📋 Review the grant guidelines, learn more about eligibility requirements, and apply today by visiting:

🌐 www.echoyork.org

❓Questions?

Contact Kim Hengst at [email protected]
Don't wait—applications are open now!

06/26/2026

📢 Applications Are Open for the ECHO Teacher Aide Registered Apprenticeship Program!

Are you an early childhood education provider in York County looking to strengthen your workforce and support the next generation of educators?

The ECHO Teacher Aide Registered Apprenticeship Program is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 cohort! This innovative workforce development opportunity helps teacher aides and apprentices earn their Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential while gaining valuable on-the-job experience, mentorship, and professional support.

📅 Cohort Dates:
August 2026 – April 2027
Friday morning In-Person Sessions

✅ Keystone STARS 1, 2, 3, and 4 programs are eligible to apply
✅ BLOOM recipients are eligible to participate
✅ Earn a CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential
✅ Registered Apprenticeship pathway with structured on-the-job learning
✅ Support for employers and participants through coaching, mentorship, and workforce development resources
✅ Funding support may be available through WIOA for eligible participants

Whether you're looking to grow your own talent pipeline or support current staff in advancing their careers, this program can help build a stronger early childhood workforce for our community.

📋 Review the grant guidelines, learn more about eligibility requirements, and apply today by visiting:

🌐 www.echoyork.org
❓Questions?

Contact Kim Hengst at [email protected]

Don't wait—applications are open now!