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Can a Signing Day Inspire the Next Generation of Early Childhood Teachers in Georgia?
06/12/2026Signing Day events — like a graduation for people choosing teaching — can spark pride and attract new faces into early childhood work. This article is for directors and child care providers who want practical, step-by-step ideas to run a Signing Day, build a local #pipeline, and suppor... Can a Signing Day Inspire the Next Generation of Early Childhood Teachers in Georgia?
Daycare Training Hours in Georgia: How Many Do You Need?
06/15/2026Working in a daycare means keeping kids safe and learning every day. This short guide answers the big question: how many training hours do staff need in Georgia? Read on for clear steps you can use today. We use #Georgia #training #GAPDS #DECAL #providers so you can find related topics quickly. 1... Daycare Training Hours in Georgia: How Many Do You Need?
How can North Dakota child care programs prepare children for school using social-emotional skills?
07/06/2026In #NorthDakota, child care providers help young #children learn feelings, calm down, and make friends. Teaching social-emotional learning (#SEL) is one of the best ways to get kids #schoolready. Working with #families and local partners makes the plan stronger. State requirements vary - check your ... How can North Dakota child care programs prepare children for school using social-emotional skills?
How Can DC Providers Support Infants During the Child Care Subsidy Waitlist?
07/01/2026Many families in Washington, DC, are waiting for child care subsidies right when infants need steady care. This article helps directors and providers with clear, practical steps you can use now. You will find simple actions for the classroom, ways to work with families, and training ideas to protect... How Can DC Providers Support Infants During the Child Care Subsidy Waitlist?
How Can Early Education Programs Support Children's Mental Health?
05/12/2026Young children bring big feelings to the classroom. This article gives simple, practical steps you can use every day to support #mentalhealth for the children in your care. It is written for child care directors and providers working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. You will find ideas yo... How Can Early Education Programs Support Children's Mental Health?
How Can Early Childhood Programs Support Mental Health?
06/17/2026Young children bring big feelings to class. This short guide helps child care directors and providers learn practical ways to support #children and their #mentalhealth. It gives steps you can use every day, ways to spot when a child needs more help, how to work with families and community partners... How Can Early Childhood Programs Support Mental Health?
What Does Michigan's Well-Being Data Mean for Child Care Providers?
06/30/2026Michigan's child data shows us where kids need extra help. Child care leaders and teachers can use that information to support each child's growth. This article explains the data and gives clear, practical steps for #Michigan #wellbeing #children #providers #training. What does Michigan's well-bein... What Does Michigan's Well-Being Data Mean for Child Care Providers?
A Thoughtful Approach to Children’s Mental Health
12/28/2021Children’s emotional well-being matters as much as physical health because early social-emotional competence predicts later academic engagement, adaptive coping, and relationship quality. We created A Thoughtful Approach to Children’s Mental Health and Early Emotional Wellness to give child care... A Thoughtful Approach to Children’s Mental Health
How Can You Celebrate Black Culture and Music Effectively in Your Program?
07/15/2026Celebrating Black culture and music in early childhood and school-age programs is both an important responsibility and a meaningful educational practice. When approached thoughtfully and respectfully, these experiences can affirm children’s identities, build empathy, expand cultural understand... How Can You Celebrate Black Culture and Music Effectively in Your Program?
Intergenerational Activities That Bring Children and Seniors Together
07/02/2026Intergenerational activities help young children and older adults spend time together. These events can be short and simple. They can also be part of your regular program. When planned well, they build kindness, language, and real #community ties between generations. This article gives practical ide... Intergenerational Activities That Bring Children and Seniors Together
