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2023 Dates
January 26 - Scholarship
February 23 - Workforce Advancement
March 23 - General DEC
April 27 - Licensing
May 25 - Scholarship
June 29 - Workforce Advancement
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Licensing Inspection Survey
There is now a Licensing Inspection Survey that is being emailed to you after each inspection for you to provide feedback regarding the customer service during your inspection. Be sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive your inspection report and/or the survey link. You may also scan the QR code with your phone.
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MSDE Early Childhood Job Openings
Special Education Early Childhood Performance Specialist($65,857 - $105,735/ year)
Early Childhood Grant Specialist ($58,588 - $76,300/ year with growth potential to $94,280)
For more MSDE job openings, visit the MSDE website.
Other jobs in child care
Review Updates to Maryland Accreditation Standards
Attention all Maryland Accreditation participants: Updates have been made to Standards 1.2.3 and 1.2.4 that will go into effect on 1/1/2023. Please review the updated requirements for evidence and documentation in your binder and download the new Staff Qualification Forms. You will find a form for center-based child care and for public schools. Questions? Contact Nicole Johnson
Zero to Three 45 Hour Critical Competencies Training for Infant Toddler Educators
Great News: The Zero To Three Critical Competencies 45-hour course is now being offered for ONLY a $50 registration fee. MSDE in conjunction with Maryland Family Network, will be covering the course for those who want to participate (normal cost is over $400). A session starts on January 12th and ends on April 20th. The sessions will be held virtually on Thursday from 6:00 pm. to 9:00 pm. Contact Dr. Carlena at carlenavaden@yahoo.com.
To inquire about other upcoming training, contact one of our approved trainers.
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2022 Holiday Office Closures
Christmas Day - December 26
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Child Care Scholarship Customer Service Notice
Effective December 1, 2022, the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Division of Early Childhood, Child Care Scholarship (CCS) Branch will offer MSDE Extended Customer Service Hours for Families who have “Used the Link” or have reached out to a Family Resource Specialist (FRS) without success.
CCS Central 2 and Maryland Family Network are the primary contacts for families in need of customer service support. Families can reach CCS Central 2 at 1-877-227-0125 or Maryland Family Network at 410-659-7701. After families have reached out to the above contacts, families can contact MSDE’s Extended Customer Service Office Hours - if they need additional support. MSDE staff will confirm that the customer “Used the Link” or worked with a Family Resource Specialist (FRS) prior to providing support.
Please share the attached Customer Service Steps with your current and future families. MSDE Extended Customer Service Hours for Families are Tuesday – Thursday from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The number is 1-855-435-7410 (1-855-HELP-410).
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Bonuses Are On the Way!
Maryland EXCELS bonuses are being distributed to all Maryland EXCELS participants who have met one or more of the eligibility requirements. To learn more about eligibility, bonus amounts, and to view FAQS, please visit the Maryland EXCELS website.
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Help Promote Social Skills and Address Challenging Behaviors
MSDE and the UMB SSW are recruiting early care and education programs to join a small pilot group launching in January of 2023 to engage in program-wide implementation of the Pyramid Model. For more information on how you can participate, please download the flyer or contact Kate Sweeney.
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New CDA Webinars now available in Spanish!
¡Nuevos seminarios web de CDA ya disponibles en español!
The Council is offering a new, free CDA webinar series available in Spanish. These webinars are for CDA candidates and those who are interested in gaining valuable information regarding the credential.
Learn more
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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 knowledge in the areas of budgets, financial planning, marketing, recruitment and retention. Contact your Maryland Excels Quality Assurance Specialist to ask about free upcoming training!
Supporting Maryland’s Multilingual Learners: WIDA Early Years Essential Actions
This series of 8 separate modules focuses on all language learners and enhances what you are already achieving in your program. COK hours and certificates are issued for each module. Free coaching includes PAU’s. FREE workshops are now available in December and January.
Contact Linda Bratcher
410-688-3949
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NOVEMBER 29, 2022
Becoming a Leader in Early Childhood Education at the Time of Equity
Thursday
DEC 8th - Equity Lens on Early Education
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Maryland Early Childhood Leadership Program fellows moderating sessions with national experts
Registration
Snow & Ice can be Nice- Winter Conference
Let's bundle up and head outside! Join us as we explore Adventures in Winter Nature Play. Topics include: gear, safety, process art, science, cooking, other tips and tricks to have fun outside in winter. This session will include make and take items/manipulatives.
Learn more
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Developing Equity in Early Childhood Education Training Series
What is equity in early childhood? What does it look like? How can I challenge and grow my thinking in diversity? If you have ever had these questions or are now intrigued by the answers, then here is a great training developed by MAEC and presented by Dr. Carlena Vaden, EdD. Session starts January 2023 sign up now.
Learn more and connect with one of the certified state-approved trainers.
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Fully Funded Mariposa Education Training Opportunity!
Baltimore Community Foundation is funding Mariposa Education’s 16 COK course: Promoting Social-Emotional Resilience for early childhood providers! Learn Mariposa’s method for reducing stress and challenging behaviors. Self-paced learning 8 live practice sessions (zoom or in-person) Coaching $100 stipend
Apply for yourself
Apply for your staff
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Outdoor Teacher Retreat:
Welcoming Winter Solstice and Nature Play
December 4, 2022
Bundle up and join ERAFANS at Robinson Nature Center for this 6-clock hour Professional Development Institute! We will explore ways to welcome the Winter Solstice as we gather ‘round a campfire, explore maple sugaring activities, get to know feathered friends, and more.
Register
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School Readiness Symposium
Key Practices in Literacy Learning for Young Children
Monday, December 12, 2022 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sonia Q. Cabell, PhD, will deliver the keynote address discussing how educators play a central role in building children’s early literacy skills that lay a foundation for later success in reading and writing.
Four workshop choices, a buffet lunch and a presentation on "The Power and Peril of Supporting Young Children through Adversity" by featured speaker Christy Tirrell-Corbin, PhD. will round out the symposium.
Learn more and Register
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The CDA® Renewal Process – Planning, Preparation, Application
As a Maryland early childhood educator, you can have access to funding for your renewal application fees and books through the Maryland grant sponsored by the Council, MSDE and Maryland Family Network.
Learn more
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Care Courses has new Core of Knowledge courses! Learn to create an exciting, pleasant and productive atmosphere with The Early Childhood Environment: Learning Centers (10 hours) and recognize and reduce hazards to children’s health and safety with Safe Environments in Child Care (5 hours).
Learn more
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