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Get Pay by Enrollment Support
By August 10, providers who have active vouchers must log in to I-LEAD and access the new provider portal to begin recording child absences to submit for payment. Providers must also register with the new payment vendor and submit banking information in the portal to continue receiving voucher payments. Banking information will not be transferred to the new payment vendor from Conduent. If a provider does not enter their banking information, they will not be paid.
Please note, a family's vouchers will remain active even if they have not logged into the new parent portal. Families should receive a parent key via mailed letter, which is required to complete the new family portal login process. Families are not required to use the new parent portal. The information in the parent portal is read-only and for informational purposes.
To ask specific questions and receive individualized support, join the Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL)'s upcoming virtual office hours:
Please take a few moments to complete this survey and share your feedback on the effectiveness of the Pay by Enrolment support and resources. If you need additional assistance, please reach out to the SPARK Help Desk at 1-800-299-1627.
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Register for a SPARK Provider Support Group
- Share challenges and successes with like-minded individuals
- Create a space that is confidential and safe
- Show support for other professionals
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Build resiliency and coping skills
- Grow with the guidance of Licensed Clinical Social Workers
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Create a resourceful community
These are just a few reasons why so many people register for Provider Support Groups. Sign up here or call the Help Desk at 1-800-299-1627 if you have any questions.
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Register for the Growing Brain Training
Do you want to strengthen your ability to understand the architecture and neurobiology of brain development? Support language, cognition, prosocial behavior, and social-emotional development? Reduce toxic stress that can negatively influence brain development of young children?
If so, The Growing Brain: From Birth to 5 Years Old training is a great option for you. This professional development opportunity is hosted by SPARK Learning Lab's Mental Health and Wellness Early Childhood Consultant. Participants will receive a toolkit on how the brain develops and learn ways to encourage healthy brain development in children from birth to five years old. This two-part training opportunity is offered from 6 to 7:30 p.m. ET on:
- August 13
- August 27
- September 5
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September 19
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Discover Transition to Kindergarten Assessment Practices
The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) is offering a Kindergarten Transition Model and Self-Assessment tool to help early learning programs and schools evaluate their current transition practices. Join Purdue University's Center for Early Learning and IDOE at 1 p.m. ET on Wednesday, July 31 in the Indiana Learning Lab.
In this session, speakers will share research on kindergarten transition and input from families, educators, and communities to identify the key indicators for a successful transition. These key indicators were central to developing the self-assessment framework that supports schools and early learning providers in assessing their program's current state and understanding their next steps for continuous improvement.
Email any questions about this assessment tool to the Office of Kindergarten Readiness.
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Participate in Food for Thought
The Family Resource Navigator offers families a variety of supports from social, educational, and health resources to career training and economic support.
One of the best ways families can help their children grow is by providing healthy food to fuel their growing brains and bodies. This July, the Family Resource Navigator is providing kid-friendly, WIC-approved recipes and healthy eating tips through the new 'Food for Thought' campaign.
Check out this e-newsletter for ideas on engaging children and families in healthy eating. Share the link below with families so they can access recipe cards, videos, and more.
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Register for Group Coaching Opportunities
Registration is now open for eight additional SPARK Group Coaching opportunities through SPARK Learning Lab.
Visit IndianaSpark.com/cohorts to register for any of the following Group Coaching opportunities:
- Paths to QUALITY™ Level 3 Advancement in English or Spanish
- Active Supervision in English or Spanish
- Infant Toddler
With SPARK's Group Coaching, you'll connect with Coach Claire, Coach Jennifer, or Coach Izzy to receive quality support and professional development for your program.
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Gain Support and Grow with INAEYC
The Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children (INAEYC) has several ongoing opportunities for providers to receive coaching, program support, and professional development.
INAEYC Self-Paced CDA Training
The pilot for INAEYC Self-Paced CDA Training is a new scholarship opportunity, applications are available now. The initial scholarship offering will begin with 50 participants with priority spaces to support Family Child Care owners and operators to fulfill their education waiver agreements with Indiana Licensing. All auspices and early child care educators should review INAEYC's CDA Navigation Page for access to the application packet. CDA Navigators, Pam Richa'rd (prichard@inaeyc.org) and Charlotte McCall (cmccall@inaeyc.org) may also be reached for access and additional information.
Career Coaching and Trainer & Approved Trainer Opportunities
Program leaders who want extra support in implementing professional development plans with staff, pursuing higher education, or taking the next step in their careers can reach out to a Workforce Coordinator to learn more about career coaching opportunities. We encourage you to join Workforce Wednesday Career Coaching Opportunities in August. Additionally, learn more about becoming a Professional Development Trainer or Approved Training Organization in Indiana by registering to join an orientation session in August.
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Train with SPARK Learning Lab
Explore valuable training opportunities through SPARK Learning Lab. See a full list of upcoming in-person trainings, live webinars, and live resources, plus read training descriptions and find registration instructions at IndianaSpark.com/training.
Virtual Training
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