Gettysburg First Ten

Ready to Learn, coordinator Diana Fasnacht, awarded Tara Zimmerman and Rachel Hastie with the Education Pillar Award for their dedication and implementation of early childhood initiatives in the county and supporting Gettysburg First Ten. The event highlighted the exceptional individuals, groups, and businesses in Adams County that make a positive impact through their generosity, volunteerism, and advocacy. United Is The Way!

Did you know that approximately 90% of a child’s brain development occurs before age 5? These early years are filled with opportunities for learning through play, exploration, conversation, movement, and meaningful interactions.

While technology can be a useful tool, balance matters. Young children learn best when they are actively engaged with the world around them—asking questions, exploring their environment, playing with others, and experiencing hands-on learning.

A few simple ways to create healthy screen habits:
✅ Set realistic screen-time goals
✅ Create phone-free zones at home
✅ Keep devices out of reach during family time
✅ Spend time talking, reading, and playing together
✅ Get outside and explore
✅ Be intentional and model healthy habits

Small changes can make a big impact on attention, sleep, social skills, learning, and overall development.

🌱 Growing minds need real-world experiences. Let’s help our little learners thrive!

The first Fish-for-Free Day in Pennsylvania for 2026 will be Sunday, May 24. 🎣

Fish-for-Free Days allow anyone to legally fish on Pennsylvania waterways with no fishing license required. All other fishing regulations still apply.

Learn more: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/fishandboat/fishing/regulations

You protect your child’s physical health. What about their mental health?

Check out these 7 ways to support your child’s emotional & mental wellbeing: https://ow.ly/JNrr50YAPEI
👶 IECMH for pros: https://ow.ly/YUeI50YAPEQ
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family resources: https://ow.ly/4NCt50YAPEH

This includes infant, toddler and preschool educators!
https://www.uwadams.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Adams-County-Early-Childhood-Educator-Awards.pdf
Also, go to United Way of Adams County website homepage and click on the info button.

Join us for Positive Solutions for Families!

Positive Solutions is a free 7-session virtual training designed for families of preschool-aged children. This interactive series provides practical strategies to support children’s social-emotional development and strengthen positive parenting practices.

Dates: Tuesday/Thursday, 6 pm-7 pm | May 12-Jun 2, 2026

Register now: https://fcsn.org/event/positive-solutions-virtual-family-training-series-2026/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign&utm_content=ap_g52ryjf7jx