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Congratulations to Capital Area Head Start Educators of the Month for February! Stephanie Kimmel, Family Educator, West Shore EHS: In the last 16 months as a family educator, Stephanie has strengthened and grown her skills in supporting families as their child’s first educator and has grown in confidence as a coach. Stephanie has a genuine passion and desire to see her families’ meet their goals and make gains. She is their cheerleader and celebrates their wins alongside them. One of Stephanie’s families recently took the time to recognize her for the great impact she has had on their lives, describing her as a gem to their family. No matter what is going on with each of her families, Stephanie is always willing to provide resources, ideas and support to them and meets each family where they are at, without judgement. Shayanne Kimmel & Gio Marquez, Teaching Team, Carlisle: This team is reflective, and thoughtful in their planning to help meet the children where they are at developmentally and emotionally. They are very patient with the children and stay calm even when things in the room are not calm. They are thoughtful in how they speak to and with the children. They accept guidance, implement strategies as needed, fill buckets, and celebrate the children and their accomplishments. Despite how busy things may be, they always have time to help their fellow coworkers. CAHS is lucky to have these two as a part of our team! Leah White & Kelleigh Stevenson, Teaching Team, Banks St: Leah and Kelleigh are a new teaching team & new to CAHS, but they are always willing to try new strategies. They will take feedback and implement things right away. They are responsive when you have conversations with them about best practices in the classroom. They are both very calm and seen engaging with children even though they have some challenging behaviors in their classroom. They are open to suggestions and will be piloting having mini-team meetings with them to help enhance the communication between support staff. It is great they are so positive when offered suggestions. Let's hear it for teachers!

Delaware staff attended the LIFE Conference in January and received information, educational resources and opportunities for persons with disabilities, their families, caregivers, educators and providers. The LIFE Conference offered the opportunity to learn, network, and participate in sessions designed to share information with all participants, including policy makers and the general public.

We’re pleased to announce that Shabina Bano will be the new Director of Keystone Institute India, effective today. Since we first began operating in India, Shabina has worked alongside us as an ally and collaborator. She brings over a decade of experience in designing and supporting innovative work that promotes the full inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of everyday life. A champion for marginalized people, Shabina has worked to open doors for inclusive education, creating alternatives to segregated programs, integrating disability as a crosscutting issue in healthcare, and conducting national research on possibilities for people experiencing mental health conditions. She also brings a deep commitment to the principles of #SocialRoleValorization, has studied these and other applications of inclusive practice in the United States and other countries, and has been a strong promoter of supporting people with disabilities and their families to have access to the good things in life. Elizabeth Neuville will remain in her role as the Executive Director of Keystone Institute. She will continue to be engaged in Keystone Institute India’s training, mentoring, and programmatic support, as well as provide supervisory support to Shabina.?

? Thank you to our incredible ChocolateBall Sponsors for making the evening a resounding success! Highmark Inc. / Penn State Health Advanced Solution Tom & Glenda Auker The BI Collaborative D&H Distributing Cares First National Bank The Glatfelter Agency Robert Goodling and Mimi Goodling Hall Family Foundation Long Nyquist & Associates Millers Mutual Insurance PA Health & Wellness PNC THE@S WILSON AND GRACE M POLLOCK FOUNDATION Terri Slocomb UPMC Verkada

The Corporate Leadership Society is an investment in a world where all people belong and are welcomed to participate in everything society has to offer. Your partnership allows Keystone Human Services to support people with disabilities, as well as children and families, to pursue their goals, reach their full potential, and live full lives in the community. https://lnkd.in/dqdCsKB Thank you for supporting ChocolateBall! Alliant Insurance Services AvePoint Capital Blue Cross Citizens Core BTS Erie Insurance Group Graham Company GR Sponaugle Guernsey, Inc. Harrisburg Pharmacy The Hershey Company HUNTER REMODELING INC Johnson Controls Junction Creative Solutions Landmark Commercial Realty McKee Risk Management, Inc. McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC Members 1st Federal Credit Union United Concordia Dental Verizon Brett Woodburn Law

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TODAY IS THE DAY! ChocolateBall presented by Highmark Inc. and Penn State Health starts in less then 3 hours, but you CAN bid on auction items and buy raffle tickets for the Mountz Jewelers Diamond Raffle and our Golden Ticket Raffle in which wwo winners will be selected and able to choose between two prizes from HGA Vacations: FNB Suite at a Harrisburg Senators game for 40 people (includes food, beverages, parking passes) or A luxurious getaway to one of four locations: Cabo, Tuscany, Sedona, Kentucky (does not include flights). Find everything here! https://lnkd.in/edCqKxuV) You know you want that giant TEDDY BEAR!

One day away from ChocolateBall presented by Highmark Inc. and Penn State Health and the stage is being set for a fantastic evening! You do not have to be present to win the Mountz Jewelers Diamond Raffle, a chance to win one of TWO prizes. You could win a Hearts On Fire VELA French Cut Pave Diamond Pendant Necklace (Approx. 0.510 total carat weight) in 18K Yellow Gold with a retail price of $3,600 OR a $500 Mountz Jewelers Gift Certificate. You also have a chance to participate in our Golden Ticket Raffle! Two winners will be selected and will be able to choose between two amazing experiences: F.N.B. Corporation Suite at a Harrisburg Senators game for 40 people (includes food, beverages, parking passes) or A luxurious getaway from HGA Vacations to one of four locations: Cabo, Tuscany, Sedona, Kentucky. (does not include flights) You also have the chance to bid on amazing auction items! Don't miss out on this opportunity! https://lnkd.in/e9CE8245

Here is an exclusive look at just a few of our amazing silent auction items donated by members of the community for the Keystone Human Services ChocolateBall presented by Highmark Inc. and Penn State Health. Having a party on February 9 to watch the game? Maybe you want to show off an autographed football helmet? Make sure you also check out the fabulous baskets. There’s something for everyone, from book lovers to wine connoisseurs to grilling enthusiasts! Remember, you do not have to be present to win! Check it out at: https://lnkd.in/euRD_rwJ #gala #fundraising #elegant #bid #silentauction #ChocolateBall

New this year! Don't miss your chance to win big in our Golden Ticket Raffle and support Keystone Human Services at ChocolateBall presented by Highmark Inc. and Penn State Health. Two winners will be selected and will be able to choose between two amazing experiences: F.N.B. Corporation Suite at a Harrisburg Senators game for 40 people (includes food, beverages, parking passes) or A luxurious getaway from HGA Vacations to one of four locations: Cabo, Tuscany, Sedona, Kentucky. (does not include flights) Don't miss out on this opportunity! You do not need to be present to win! Buy your Golden Tickets now! https://lnkd.in/e9CE8245 #gala #fundraiser #ChocolateBall #HumanServices #event #GoldenTicket