Early childhood educators may now be eligible for more affordable health coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace, due to expanded tax credit
You may
qualify for help paying for health
coverage, even if you weren’t eligible for help in the past.
Enrollment closes January 15th.
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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.
2023 Dates
January 26 - Scholarship
February 23 - Workforce Advancement
March 23 - General DEC
April 27 - Licensing
May 25 - Scholarship
June 29 - Workforce Advancement
Missed a session? Check out previous recordings and presentations.
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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)
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 went 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
Fisher-Price Reannounces Recall of 4.7 Million Rock ‘n Play Sleepers; At Least Eight Deaths Occurred After Recall
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Kids2 Reannounces Recall of 694,000 Rocking Sleepers; Four Additional Deaths After Recall
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Please notify families you serve of these recalls.
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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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Child Care Scholarship Customer Service Notice
Child Care Scholarship (CCS) Branch now offers Extended Customer Service Hours for Families.
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 submitted a inquiry form to CCS Central 2 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 – 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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NAFCC-Accredited Providers Needed
Maryland EXCELS is looking for NAFCC-accredited Family Child Care Providers to participate in an interview with other providers who wish to know more about the accreditation process. Interviews are conducted monthly via Google Meet and earn 1 Professional Activity Unit for the accredited provider.
If you are participating in Maryland EXCELS and interested in sharing your knowledge and experience, please submit your information here.
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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
BCCCRC is excited to announce a training series that is just for directors. Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care Programs is a 4-module series, that will be presented by Audrey Cupe-Green and Patty Aburn, Baltimore City’s MSDE Quality Assurance Specialists. The training will cover topics such as sound fiscal management, marketing, recruiting staff and staff retention. The cost is only $20.00 for all 4 modules! The series will be held from 5 pm-8 pm on the following dates: Tuesday, February 7; Tuesday, February 21, Tuesday, March 7; Tuesday, March 21. (COK: 12 hours Professionalism)
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Supporting Maryland’s Multilingual Learners: WIDA Early Years Essential Actions
FREE workshops are available January through April. Hands-on presentations focus on all language learners. Free coaching is provided to help educators earn the Maryland EXCELS Cultural and Linguistic Competency Award. Certificates are issued for each module.
Registration
Contact Linda Bratcher
410-688-3949
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday - January 16, 2023
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JANUARY 10, 2023
Basic Financial Strategies - Family Provider Series
January 12 Budgets, Projections, Planning - plan strategically, generate income.
February 13 Financial Reports/Internal Controls – manage finances, strengthen fiscal health.
March 21 Marketing – direct your advertising efforts to the audience you need to reach.
Linda Bratcher 410-688-3949
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Spring Into Inclusion: Head, Heart, and Nature Handwork
Warmer temperatures are upon us. We are finally mitten-free! Let’s get those little fingers moving with nature-connected handwork. We will explore how handwork in spring provides physical and mental support for ALL children. We will explore diversity, equity, and inclusion through developmentally appropriate fine motor practices which provide hand muscle strength, visual motor skills or hand-eye coordination, and opportunities to differentiate for all who need extra support in your program.
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FCCAMC Annual Conference
FCCAMC is proud to present our highly anticipated annual conference, BUILDING BRAINS WITH MUSIC, on April 15, 2023. We are so excited to have Maryann 'Mar' Harman from Music with Mar as our Keynote Speaker and workshop presenter. Please mark the date on your calendars and look out for the registration packets coming soon! We look forward to seeing you all once again at our conference.
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Developing Equity in Early Childhood Education
This four-part training series provides leaders, administrators and practitioners an opportunity to examine and address issues that impact equitable early childhood education (ECE). The series consists of four 3-hour modules that build on one another: Culture and Equity in Early Childhood Education; Implicit Bias: Key Concepts; Poverty and Privilege; and Building Systems of Equity. Earn 12 Core Of Knowledge hours.
Registration
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Basic Health & Safety and Breastfeeding Awareness
This course qualifies in Maryland to fulfill the requirement for all staff, substitutes, and adults responsible for the care and safety of children in a licensed child care program. Wednesday, February 22, 2023 2:30- 5:30pm $10.00
Learn more and Register
Virtual Workshop: From Competitive to Cooperative: Engaging Games For All Children
In this workshop, participants will identify cooperative games that promote teamwork, build relationships, develop gross and fine motor skills, and practice empathy while having fun. Wednesday, January 11 10:30am – 1:30pm $10.00
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 more new courses! Take our free 1-hour elective course Playing Outdoors and learn the benefits of outdoor play. Take our 4-hour core of knowledge course, Play and Learning in Early Childhood, and learn the connection between play and learning.
Learn more
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Own Your Own Child Care Business with GOFCC!
Are you interested in caring for and educating Maryland’s children? Have you ever wanted to be your own boss and business owner? Then, we have a program for you! Growing Opportunities for Family Child Care (GOFCC) is a unique program which provides targeted training, coaching, and resources to support interested individuals in opening a family child care program in Maryland. Expanded to multiple counties in Maryland, GOFCC cohorts are currently forming!
More information
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It is with the heaviest heart that the Abilities Network announces the passing of Jill Stark. She passed away unexpectedly over the holiday break. Jill was a committed partner to our Cecil County Judy Center, ECAC, Child Care Association and early childhood community.
If you worked with Jill and need assistance, please contact Sara Foura, Program Manager.
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