Created in 2007 by the Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL), The Pennsylvania Key implements the work and supports the policies developed and managed by OCDEL. Learn More. >
UPDATE 02/03/2022: SESSIONS ARE NOW FULL! Early childhood education providers working in Pennsylvania child care and having knowledge of, or experience with, the Keystone STARS system are invited to participate in an online focus group. The Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) wants to learn more about the experience of leaders of center-based,...Read More
Recorded Demonstration of New Streamlined Keystone STARS Designation System Available Now On October 1, 2021, the new process for Keystone STARS pre-designation and designation applications launches in to Pennsylvania’s Professional Development (PD) Registry. Moving more functionality into the PD Registry streamlines multiple processes into one system and designation for providers. The PD Registry team invited directors, administrators and owners of child care...Read More