Early Childhood & Development

A Beloved Friend: Rev. Harvey Paul Davis

At 96, Reverend Harvey Paul Davis passed away after a lifetime of supporting people in need, and KenCrest honors his memory for it.

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How Sister Grace Jones Helped Launch a Movement for Inclusion

In 1947, Sister Grace Jones joined KenCrest, marking the beginning of a new mission and paving the way for people with disabilities.

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Play in Daily Routines: KenCrest Helps Kids Learn Naturally

KenCrest uses play in daily routines to boost learning and independence, helping children build lifelong skills.

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Championing Equity in Early Childhood Education

Meet Rosaida Benitez, KenCrest’s Equity Champion, transforming early education through inclusion, advocacy, and heartfelt leadership.

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Embracing Early Intervention: Grace’s Journey with Down Syndrome

Discover how KenCrest’s Early Intervention program supports children with Down syndrome, like Grace, in reaching developmental milestones.

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World Book Day: KenCrest’s Raising a Reader Promotes Early Literacy

KenCrest, in partnership with PNC and the William Penn Foundation, encourages young learners to get ahead in their education through its Raising a Reader program and our community-based Lending Libraries.

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Kim Prendergast Empowers Families Through Early Intervention

Discover Kim Prendergast’s impactful journey in early intervention at KenCrest, empowering families and fostering child development.

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Pa’s Child Find Program Supports Homeless Children

Birth-to-Three Early Intervention services throughout Pennsylvania work together to support children and families experiencing homelessness.

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Jackson’s Journey with Moebius Syndrome

Born with a rare neurological condition, Jackson continues to beat the odds and thrive with support from KenCrest.

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Finding Purpose Through Adversity

When Shymira Chandler’s son Mason was born medically fragile, she knew her mission in life was to guide him to be the best person he could be.

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Paving a Path to Education Through Books

KenCrest paves the way to education for children and families in supportive housing by providing them with books.

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Introducing the Multilingual Educators at KenCrest’s Early Learning Centers

With numerous different languages spoken by students, KenCrest’s West Philadelphia Early Learning Center relies on its multilingual teachers.

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