An Official Pennsylvania Government Website
  •  

September 09, 2022 - Allentown, PA

Gov. Wolf Visits Allentown's Volunteers of America Children's Center to Highlight Major Investments in Early Childhood Education, Child Care

Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).

"Early childhood learning programs are good for children, but they're also good for families and our economy, too," said Gov. Wolf. "Think about it - parents and caregivers rely on affordable, accessible childcare so they can go to work. When we ensure that high-quality early learning programs are available for children, we are making a direct investment in our communities and our commonwealth's economy. At a time of record inflation and families feeling the pinch of soaring costs for childcare, these investments are even more critically important."

Over his two terms in office, Gov. Wolf has helped to increase early childhood funding by $254 million, which has allowed more than 21,000 new slots to open up for Pennsylvania children in Pre-K Counts and Head Start Supplemental Assistance programs across the commonwealth.

Speakers include:
Governor Tom Wolf
Senator Pat Browne
Rep. Schlossberg
Rep. Schweyer
Betty Druckenmiller, Center Director, The Children's Center / Volunteers of America
Kari King, PA Partnerships for Children, Executive Director
Parent of Pre-K Child, Rasbell Espiritu



Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf visiting with students.  Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_001.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf visiting with students.  Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_002.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf visiting with students.  Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_003.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_004.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Parent of Pre-K Child, Rasbell Espiritu speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_005.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_006.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Kari King, PA Partnerships for Children, Executive Director speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_007.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf visiting with students.  Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_008.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf greeting Rep. Schlossberg.  Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_009.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Betty Druckenmiller, Center Director, The Children's Center / Volunteers of America speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_010.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Senator Pat Browne speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_011.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_012.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf greeting education officials.     Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_013.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Rep. Schlossberg speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_014.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Kari King, PA Partnerships for Children, Executive Director speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_015.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Rep. Schweyer speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_016.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Parent of Pre-K Child, Rasbell Espiritu speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_017.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Betty Druckenmiller, Center Director, The Children's Center / Volunteers of America speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_018.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf speaks with the press.   Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_019.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf visiting with students.  Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_020.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf visiting with students.  Governor Tom Wolf joined childhood advocates and state lawmakers to highlight his accomplishments in increased funding for early childhood education during a visit to the Volunteers of America Children's Center in Allentown. In this year's budget alone, the Wolf Administration has secured a $79 million increase in early childhood education, providing more children and families in Pennsylvania with access to high-quality early learning programs through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP).  SEPTEMBER 09, 2022 - ALLENTOWN, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22174_gov_preKfunding_dz_021.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>