Working with young children who have ADHD can feel big — but small, steady steps make a real difference. This article gives practical ideas for directors and child care providers in New York so your program can welcome and support children with #ADHD. You will find signs to watch for, classroo... How can child care programs in New York support children with ADHD?
More than 1,000 early childhood professionals gathered in Pasadena for the 2026 CAAEYC conference. People came to learn, trade ideas, and bring back tools for their programs. This article shares the clear, practical #takeaways that California #educators can use right away. We focus on easy steps, ... What Did California Educators Take Away from the 2026 CAAEYC Conference in Pasadena?
Many early childhood teachers in the District of Columbia are worried about their pay and the future of the Pay Equity Fund. This article gives clear, practical steps and facts for child care providers and directors. You will learn what the Pay Equity Fund is, how recent budget news may affect you... What Should DC Early Childhood Teachers Know About Pay Equity Right Now?
Washington state is adding more preschool seats and starting to serve younger children. This change can help working parents and programs. This article explains what the expansion means and what you can do as a #provider. Read on for clear steps, helpful links, and short checklists. Remember: state ... What Does Washington’s Early Learning Expansion Mean for Infants, Toddlers, and Working Families?
Working toward an associate teacher permit is a smart step for your staff and your program. This short guide explains the steps in easy words and gives links to helpful resources. You will learn what the permit lets a person do, the schooling and experience needed, the health and safety checks, an... How to Qualify for an Associate Teacher Permit
Becoming a child care director in Maryland requires the right combination of education, experience, administrative training, and state approval. ChildCareEd’s online, self-paced 45 Hours Director-Administration ONLINE course provides Maryland-approved administrative training for professionals ... How to Become a Childcare Director in Maryland
One of the founding organizations and first supporters of American Education Week was the National Education Association. Representatives of the NEA and the American Legion met in 1919 to discuss how to increase public support for education in light of the fact that 25% of the nation's World War I ... American Education Week begins November 14
Thinking about the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential for your Oklahoma program? This short guide explains what the CDA is, how it helps you and your team, how to get it in Oklahoma, and where to find help — including a current sale on training. Your #CDA in #Oklahoma helps #provid... How can the CDA credential help Oklahoma child care providers right now?
Getting a Child Development Associate (#CDA) credential is a big step for many preschool teachers and leaders. This short guide helps child care providers and directors understand what the CDA is, why it matters, and the clear steps to earn it. We use easy language, real tips, and links to helpful... What is CDA Certification and How Can Preschool Educators Earn It?
The Child Development Associate Certification is the most widely recognized credential in early childhood education, and it is a key stepping stone on the path of career advancement. The CDA is based on a core set of competency standards that guide early childhood professionals toward becoming quali... Child Development Associate Certification