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For Maryland's Early Childhood Community -  JULY 2020

Spring/Summer Edition of IMPACT Newsletter

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The 2020 Spring/Summer issue of the IMPACT newsletter is now available! 

In this issue, you will find important information regarding the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and the latest news, developments and updates as it pertains to Maryland child care in the rapidly evolving situation.

Read it now here.

We understand staff, parents, and children may have questions and concerns about COVID-19 and plans for the future. The MSDE will remain vigilant in providing all information regarding the virus as it pertains to the health and safety of children and staff in child care programs.

Visit the Child Care in Maryland During COVID-19 State of Emergency web page here.


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Maryland Together: Maryland’s Recovery Plan for Child Care Outlines Path Forward for Child Care During COVID-19 Pandemic

The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) developed Maryland Together: Maryland’s Recovery Plan for Child Care, a plan to continue and expand child care during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

 


Professional Activity Units

Staff working in an EPSA and EPCC program will be awarded Two (2) PAUs 

Documentation:

  • Providers must submit a written letter on the center letterhead from the Director. 
  • Owner/Director-Must submit letter of approval from MSDE 

Here are some examples of PAUs that will be awarded automatically to Providers:

  • 10 years of working in child care  - One (1) PAU
  • 20 years of working in child care  - Two (2) PAUs
  • 30 years working in child care - Three (3) PAUs

Learn more and examples of Professional activities that you can submit with your Credentialing applications here.