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Creative National Ice Cream Day Ideas for the Classroom
04/30/2026National Ice Cream Day is a fun chance to celebrate with your #students while keeping learning first. This article gives easy, safe, and creative ideas for preschool and early elementary classrooms. You will find step-by-step centers, sensory ideas, art projects, and safety tips so the day runs smoo... Creative National Ice Cream Day Ideas for the Classroom
What is the Many Colors, One Canvas: MD ECE Conference and why should I attend?
04/29/2026Join us for Many Colors, One Canvas: MD ECE Conference — a friendly, hands-on learning event just for early childhood professionals. The conference takes place August 20–21, 2026 at the Delaplaine Arts Center in Frederick, MD. This event is designed for teachers, directors, family provid... What is the Many Colors, One Canvas: MD ECE Conference and why should I attend?
Found a Building for a Daycare? Read This Before You Sign
04/29/2026That Building May Look Perfect… But Wait You found a building. It has bright rooms, a nice front door, maybe even a #playground area. You can already picture children laughing, #teachers setting up #classrooms, and families walking in for the first day. Exciting, right? Yes! But before you... Found a Building for a Daycare? Read This Before You Sign
Daycare Licensing Help: What New Owners Need to Know
04/29/2026Opening a Daycare Starts With the Right Plan Opening a daycare or child care center can be a wonderful goal. You may want to help families, care for children, support your community, or build a strong child care business. But before you open your doors, you need to understand daycare licensing. L... Daycare Licensing Help: What New Owners Need to Know
Before You Sell Your Daycare: 7 Things to Prepare
04/29/2026Selling a Child Care Business Is a Big Step Selling a daycare or child care #center is a major decision. It can feel exciting, #stressful, and emotional all at the same time. You may be ready to retire, move, grow in a new direction, or sell because the time feels right. Before you talk to buyers,... Before You Sell Your Daycare: 7 Things to Prepare
What's the latest news for child care providers in Alabama?
04/29/2026Right now there is a lot happening for people who run or manage child care programs in #Alabama. Some news is about possible changes to federal payments, and some is about new money and programs to grow pre-K and child care. This article brings the newest updates, practical steps you can take, and... What's the latest news for child care providers in Alabama?
What's new for child care in Washington, DC?
04/29/2026Here’s a clear, friendly update for directors and #providers working in early learning: big changes are happening in Washington, #DC that affect families, staffing, and budgets. This article covers the newest policy moves, what they mean for your program, and practical steps you can take now... What's new for child care in Washington, DC?
Meet Hwaida Hassanein: Child Care Owner, Founder, and Business Guide
04/29/2026A Trusted Guide for Child Care Business Owners Buying, selling, or opening a child care business is a big step. It is not just a business choice. It is also a personal choice. A child care #center serves families, children, staff, and the community. That is why many owners and future owners want he... Meet Hwaida Hassanein: Child Care Owner, Founder, and Business Guide
How Can Florida VPK Providers Stand Out Under the New 2026 Accountability System?
04/29/2026Florida's Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) rules are changing in 2026. Many directors and teachers want clear, doable steps to improve classrooms, meet new challenges, and shine when their program is reviewed. This guide helps #Florida VPK #providers understand what matters, what to do, and where to ... How Can Florida VPK Providers Stand Out Under the New 2026 Accountability System?
How can Florida VPK teachers use FAST Star Early Literacy simply and well?
04/29/2026This short guide helps VPK directors and #teachers make FAST using Star Early Literacy easy and useful. You will learn what FAST is, who must give it, how to set up accounts, how to fit testing into your daily routine, and how to use results to plan teaching. The language is plain, and the steps are... How can Florida VPK teachers use FAST Star Early Literacy simply and well?
