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How can Texas early educators build a child care career from the start with ChildCareEd?
06/02/2026Working in early childhood in #Texas is a real job and a pathway to a stronger life for you and the #children you teach. This short guide helps child care providers and directors take clear steps to start and grow a career using ChildCareEd resources and Texas systems like TECPDS. It shows what to l... How can Texas early educators build a child care career from the start with ChildCareEd?
TECPDS Training Hours: Complete Your Online Courses with ChildCareEd
06/10/2026If you run or work in a Texas child care program, finishing online training and keeping proof is part of the job. This short guide helps directors and providers finish required hours, get certificates from ChildCareEd, and store them in #TECPDS. You will get simple steps, helpful links, and tips to ... TECPDS Training Hours: Complete Your Online Courses with ChildCareEd
Texas Career Starter Bundle
04/25/2022Get ready to start your career as a child care teacher in Texas. This Texas Career Starter Bundle packages two ChildCareEd online courses — Texas 24 Clock Hours Pre-Service Training and Transportation Safety — together with a one-hour Abuse and Neglect module so new staff can complete preservice... Texas Career Starter Bundle
Ready, Set, Kindergarten!
04/30/2025Beginning kindergarten represents a complex developmental transition for the child and a consequential adjustment for families; caregivers who intentionally scaffold early experiences can strengthen the cognitive, linguistic, regulatory, and motor substrates that support later academic engagement. B... Ready, Set, Kindergarten!
California Weather & Outdoor Time at Daycare
01/22/2026sEver plan outdoor time… and then the weather surprises you? In California, one city may be cool and foggy while another is hot and sunny. Some areas deal with wildfire smoke, windy days, or heavy rain. The good news is that with a simple routine, daycare outdoor time can stay saf... California Weather & Outdoor Time at Daycare
Preventing the Summer Slide
05/13/2022Many researchers agree that during the summer months, children experience a “Summer Slide” or a decline in reading and other academic skills. The primary mechanism is reduced practice: children who do not engage with text, vocabulary, and informal numeracy over the break tend to regres... Preventing the Summer Slide
How do I open a day care in Nevada the right way?
06/08/2026Starting a #Nevada #daycare can feel big, but you can do it step by step. This short guide helps directors and child care providers plan the legal steps, get ready for inspections, train staff, and enroll families. You will find clear lists, helpful links, and small actions you can take this week.... How do I open a day care in Nevada the right way?
Licensed for Safety: How Oklahoma Providers Can Use Regulations to Prevent Illness, Injury, and Licensing Surprises
06/25/2026Licensed programs can use rules as a helpful roadmap — not just paperwork. This article gives clear, practical steps Oklahoma child care directors and providers can use to prevent illness, reduce injuries, and avoid licensing surprises. You will find numbered lists, quick checklists, and links... Licensed for Safety: How Oklahoma Providers Can Use Regulations to Prevent Illness, Injury, and Licensing Surprises
What Do D.C.'s 2026 Minimum Salary Rules and the Pay Equity Fund Mean for Providers and Staff?
06/17/2026If you run a child care program or lead a team in #DC, you are probably asking: what do the new 2026 minimum salary rules and changes to the Pay Equity Fund mean for my program and staff? This short guide explains the basics, why it matters, and clear steps you can take this week. We link to local... What Do D.C.'s 2026 Minimum Salary Rules and the Pay Equity Fund Mean for Providers and Staff?
How do I run a calm, safe tornado drill with toddlers and preschoolers in Michigan?
06/16/2026Running a tornado drill with very young children can feel hard. This guide helps Michigan child care leaders and teachers plan drills that keep kids safe and calm. Use short steps, familiar words, and quick practice. State requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. We use simple routin... How do I run a calm, safe tornado drill with toddlers and preschoolers in Michigan?
