After much consideration and discussion, the decision has been made that PIC will be closed on Friday, September 25. The following key considerations went into this decision: We asked Early Learning families if they planned to bring their children on the 25th if PIC were open. 82 families...
Socioeconomics in Diversity We are so fortunate at PIC that diversity across all realms is such a strong aspect of our community identity. Our children are in classrooms with peers who are of different races, religions and family compositions, and who celebrate different holidays, live in different...
Jambo! Bonjour! Ni Hau! Come out to The Collegiate Chapel of St. Andrew (next to PIC) and see it transformed into a magnificent gallery to exhibit the handiwork of all our young artists. Be ready for an evening of international music and food, drinks, art and exciting silent auction bidding, while...
PIC Early Learning and After School classrooms kick off the school year by hosting evening potlucks with their families. Families will gather in their child's classroom for a brief (adult-only) meeting with the teaching team to learn about classroom practices and what is in store for the year ahead...
We are delighted that Phase 1 of the Tot Lot renovation has been completed by Penn. The oil tank has been removed and everything has been put back into place -- in better locations and at heights for easier accessibility. The children (and teachers) are very excited to get outside and play! PIC is...
We need help installing bamboo fencing on the Tot Lot -- this may be the opportunity for PPP hours that you have been looking for! Fence Installation Work Days: Tuesday, September 8 from 5:00-8:00 pm Saturday, September 12 from 9:00 am-noon A pizza dinner will be provided, but PLEASE NOTE that child...
On August 20, the Parent-Infant Center was one of approximately 30 programs celebrated by the Delaware Valley Association for the Education of Young Children (DVAEYC) for reaching and maintaining high quality care so that children may flourish. Representatives from each program were recognized for...
On October 22, enjoy a night out with friends for conversation and fun, art and food, and bid on the amazing items up for grabs in our silent auction. Working behind the scenes of this year's fall fundraiser is a strong committee of parents led by Committee Chair Lisa Falcone (Elena is in the...
Last Sunday, PIC hosted a Kindergarten Play Date for families with children who are heading off to kindergarten in the fall . During the afternoon, folks mixed and mingled over light refreshments, met PIC After School Center staff, and talked to families who have already experienced kindergarten...
By now you have heard that Pope Francis will be in Philadelphia on September 26 and September 27, following a week-long gathering for the World Meeting of Families. The City of Philadelphia expects that as many as 1.5 million visitors may attend the event, which could strain the city's...
