On Wednesday, October 22 from 12:00 - 4:00 pm, adults are welcome to come to PIC to receive a FREE Flu shot. Nursing students from Villanova University will be administering shots in the Spruce Building's Small Gym. This is an annual project is sponsored by the City of Philadelphia. PIC participates...
As fall descends upon our campus and the leaves begin to fall, we welcome future teachers to PIC to support their training. This semester we have 5 students from the Community College of Philadelphia's Early Childhood Program joining toddler and preschool teachers in the classroom. These practicum...
PIC children began recycling through TerraCycle in December 2012. Our very first effort began with the Roadrunners when they noticed how many children brought cheese sticks for lunch. They decided to start recycling cheese wrappers. Since that time, several recycling "brigades" have been formed at...
Join us at PIC’s fall work day on Saturday, October 11 We will gather from 9:00 am – noon in the Spruce Building's Small Gym to discuss the morning's projects. We will need volunteers to mount children’s artwork for ArtStart 2014 (every child at PIC will have a piece of art on display at ArtStart!)...
Seven years ago today, former PIC Executive Director Marni Sweet died after losing a battle with cancer. Some of you knew Marni well and many others never met Marni. I write this today because I feel it is important to note and remember that much of the culture at PIC is because of Marni. While she...
Parents and early childhood educators - including PIC's Grasshoppers and Roadrunners - came together on Tuesday to sing, dance, draw and rally in Franklin Square Park as part of the Pre-K for PA campaign. Together they sent a message to our leaders that all children should have access to high...
This month all PIC classrooms are hosting evening potlucks as a way for families and teachers to get to know each other better. After the grownups spend time in the classroom together, a potluck dinner is shared by children, families, and teachers. Great food and great conversation!
We are looking for volunteers to label and stamp invitations for an easy hour or two of at-home PPP! If you are interested, email Development Manager Karen Stachelek.
Spend an evening in an enchanted garden as we celebrate nature, creativity, and community at PIC! Enjoy children's art, cocktails, silent auction, dinner by Beijing, and delicious desserts. Proceeds help provide tuition assistance to PIC families who struggle with the cost of care. Download the...
Our annual silent auction fundraiser is quickly approaching and ArtStart items are coming in. On October 16, come experience an Enchanted Garden and bid on close to 100 silent auction items, including a Pocono getaway, private tour of the Penn Museum, handmade wood-turned bowl, and an overnight at...
