not nesc. but to get $$$$ while you are working you have to have an active claim due to a previous period of unemployment, and you have to be making a very small amount of money. and I think it has to be something that isn't considered a "normal" work week. doesn't sound like this is the case.
I know some states do this, not sure if penn does. not sure of all the specifics. you have to go to each state she has worked in and find out. if it was all in penn that would be easy. don't call them, do the research yourself on line or go to an office an get the booklet. there are plenty of people in those offices that will tell you incorrect info, for whatever reason. it would be the luck of the draw if you call them.