Updated Isolation and Quarantine Guidance
July 22, 2022
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Governor's Child Care Stabilization Grant Program
The Maryland State Department of Education will soon open the application window for a third round of Child Care Stabilization Grants. MSDE will distribute $50 million in funding, made available through the state, to child care programs in Maryland. As in rounds 1 and 2, MSDE is providing a new system of supports to assist providers with the application process. The funds will help address the financial burdens and operational challenges faced by child care providers during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Please check our website in the next few weeks.
An announcement will be made and emails will be sent to all licensed providers when the grant opportunity is available.
The balance of any unutilized funds made available from providers not seeking a Round 2 grant award will be distributed to all grant-awarded providers evenly, per licensed slot. MSDE has begun distributing these remaining funds. Providers that received Round 2 funds will automatically receive these funds, no action is required by providers.
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Have Questions?
Attend an Office of Child Care Information Session. Each month a branch will share news and updates. Submit any questions or comments you have during the registration process. Answers will be provided during the Listening Session or emailed to you directly.
All sessions are 6:00-7:00PM
Register at the beginning of each month on our website.
2022-2023 Dates
July 28, 2022 - Scholarship
August 25, 2022 - Workforce Advancement
September 29, 2022 - DEC
October 27, 2022 - EXCELS
November 17, 2022 - Licensing
January 26, 2023 - Scholarship
February 23, 2023 - Workforce Advancement
March 23, 2023 - General DEC
April 27, 2023 - Licensing
May 25, 2023 - Scholarship
June 29, 2023 - Workforce Advancement
The Child Care Scholarship Program Summer Rates
Summer Rates for the Child Care Scholarship Program are in effect on July 4 - September 25, 2022.
On behalf of the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Early Childhood and the Child Care Scholarship Branch: We hope you find one million wonderful ways to make Summer a safe, enjoyable and educational experience for all children in your care.
Training Voucher and Reimbursement Program
Training Vouchers and Reimbursement are designed to assist child care professionals participating in the Maryland Child Care Credential Program at Level Two or higher with the costs of training for professional development. Click here for more information on funding availability and how to apply.
Click here for a step-by-step guide on how to download an approved training voucher and upload a certificate of successful completion in Maryland OneStop.
MSDE will pay for your CDA!
Eligible Registered Family Child Care Providers and Licensed Child Care Center Staff can apply to receive funding to cover the cost of the initial and renewal application fees and competency standards books for new applicants. For more information on eligibility, funding and CDA requirements, please visit: https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/CDA
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Employment Opportunities with MSDE
Child Care Licensing Specialist Trainees
Early Childhood Grant Specialist
Special Education Early Childhood Performance Specialist
PreK Grant Monitoring
For more MSDE job openings, visit marylandpublicschools.org
Other jobs in child care
CALLING ALL PROVIDERS!!
Tell your families about Child Care Counts’ 2022 #TeachersMatter contest! Submissions from parents accepted August 1 thru Sept 15. Awardee receives $500 VISA and $250 Lakeshore Learning gift cards. Nominees must work at a state-licensed center or family provider.
More info and submit a nomination
Child Care Scholarship Reimbursement Explained
If you have a child in your program who is eligible for scholarship funds, we know you‘re eager to get paid. Completing the invoice correctly will speed up that process. Watch this short video from MSDE and Maryland Family Network which explains all you need to know to fill out the paperwork correctly. vimeo.com/671185163. Also available with Spanish subtitles!
Openings for Providers!
The Family Child Care Alliance of Maryland invites degree-seeking FCC providers to apply for their ASPIRE PreK Preparatory Program. This level is for those providers who have not yet completed an AA or BA degree who want to implement a high-quality PreK curriculum while pursuing a college education.
Apply
Early Learning Assessment Training
LiteBrite LLC will be offering Early Learning Assessment training on a virtual platform for Child Care programs in September and October 2022. This training is designed to support both new and returning programs who are currently registered with MSDE to utilize the ELA. To register for the ELA training, visit www.litebritellc.com. Questions regarding registration can be directed to Crystal Ey at cey@litebritellc.com.
Zero to Three 45 Hour Critical Competencies for Infant-Toddler Educators
Provides current knowledge and skills for supporting our youngest learners in Social Emotional Development, Cognitive Development and Language and Literacy Development. Alternative to the Infant & Toddler 45 Hour Curriculum Course.
Approved Zero to Three trainers
Supporting Maryland’s Multilingual Learners: WIDA Early Years Essential Actions - Training Now Available
Series of 8 modules that promote the implementation of the WIDA Early years 14 Essential Actions to support early childhood educators as they work with multilingual children and their families.
Approved WIDA Trainers
Training for Child Care Providers
Looking for Training? Search the Maryland Child Care Training Calendar
Lists of trainers, training organizations and online training organizations
Basic Heath & Safety
and COVID-19 Trainings
Information and registration for the FREE trainings are available here.
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JULY 26, 2022
All individuals 6 months and older are now eligible to receive a COVID-19 Vaccine. For answers to frequently asked questions about the vaccine, visit http://covidlink.maryland.gov
New Sesame Street resource about Elmo gets his COVID vaccination https://youtu.be/bwimt9n2JEk.
Children’s Social Emotional Development and Mental Health: Why Does It Matter?
Early childhood experiences can strengthen or disrupt a young child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development, with consequences that can last a lifetime. This video spotlights the importance of integrating support for the social emotional development of young children and the well-being of their caregivers into all child- and family-serving programs.
Watch the video
Early Educators Leadership Conference
The 2022 EELC will be held October 5-8, 2022, in Orlando, FL Join us as we explore: Leading Career Pathways to Equity. Register Now!
2022 EELC also provides an opportunity to share your expertise with ECE professionals. If you’re interested in presenting at EELC, submit your proposal!
Self-Paced 45-Hour Classes
Ready To Earn Your 45-Hour? The Child Care Company Offers the following Self-Paced MSDE Approved 45-Hour Courses 45-Hour Infant and Toddler, 45-Hour Preschool, 45-Hour Child Growth and Development,-45-Hour Director-Administrator, and 45-Hour Coaching & Mentoring Tuition for each course is $200. No textbooks are required. For more information visit www.childcarecompany.org
9th Annual Maryland Early Childhood Conference
Save the Dates
September 16th and 17th, 2022 Hagerstown, MD
Registration is open
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MSFCCA Annual Conference 2022
Want to improve the quality of your program while experiencing a fun filled weekend?
Attend the Maryland State Family Child Care Association Conference in Ocean City, MD October 14th & 15th, 2022! Registration is open
Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care Center Staff and Family Child Care Providers
Through this series, center staff and family child care providers will gain the knowledge in the areas of budgets, financial planning, marketing, and recruitment and retention.
Approved Business Practices Trainers
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