It is with a heavy heart that we share with you the news of Dr. Staci Perlman's passing due to cancer.
Staci was a long-time friend, colleague, and a supporter of PEC.
Staci was PEC's first Visiting Scholar and worked closely with PEC on clinical research, policy, and advocacy works on behalf of homeless children and families.
She was a fierce
advocate
for the need for quality early childhood education services for all children -- especially for those living in shelters -- and made significant contributions to both the literature and the public discourse regarding this topic. Recently, she
played a pivotal role in advocating
for key legislation passed this past year that requires early intervention screenings for the 6,000+ children who are living in emergency shelters in Pennsylvania. In that campaign, Staci coined the phrase
"Yay Babies!"
that became the rallying cry for the advocates.
Staci will be deeply missed by many and will certainly leave a void at PEC because of the relationships she forged here, and her intricate involvement in a number of projects and advocacy efforts.
We ask you to please keep her 9-year old son Matthew and the rest of her family, friends and colleagues in your thoughts.
Remembering Dr. Staci Perlman
Thanks for Supporting PEC's 
