With the no approved budget in PA and a partial shutdown of the US government, concerns are escalating for PreK Counts and Head Start programs across the state. We need your voice to help elected officials understand the real impact this impasse is having on you, your business, your staff, and the families you serve. We know your time is limited, but it’s critical that we keep the pressure on and ensure policymakers hear directly from those most affected. Your insights and experiences are powerful tools in shaping decisions that support early learning.
Here are some ways you can take action:
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- Share Your Story: Record a 90-second video about how the impasse is impacting you. Visit: https://www.prekforpa.org/take_action/
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- Contact Your Legislators: Call or write to keep them informed. Find your legislators here: https://www.palegis.us/find-my-legislator
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- Write a Letter to the Editor: Use this tips guide: https://www.prekforpa.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/TIPS-Pre-K_Writing-Letters-to-the-Editor.pdf or email info@prekforpa.org for help.
If you wish to get some help with sharing your story, contacting your legislators and/or writing a letter to the editor, you are welcome to contact me or anyone on First Up’s Public Policy Team: Perrinda.Williams@firstup.org, Rosanna.Matos@firstup.org, Sim.Loh@firstup.org, Elizabeth.Ozer@firstup.org, or Tyrone.Scott@firstup.org.
2025 PA Election: Important Dates:
October 28, 2025 Last day to REQUEST a mail-in or absentee ballot
November 4, 2025 MUNICIPAL ELECTION DAY!
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