Early Learning Assessment Update
The next enrollment for child care programs to complete the interest survey for the of the Spring Early Learning Assessment (ELA) is: FEBRUARY 15
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Medication Administration Training
The OCC Medication Administration Training content has updated with new forms 1215, and 1216s. The training covers COMAR requirement related to Medication Administration, Storage, Documentation, and Disposal, Exclusion for Acute Illness, Communicable Diseases Reporting and Individualized Attention and Care for Children with Special Health Care Needs with Resources for Training and Referrals. The approved Registered Nurses provide the training and the trainer list can be accessed from Medication Administration Approved Trainers
The child care providers needing annual clock hour training may choose to retake this training to meet 6 clock hours training requirement.
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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.
2023 Dates
February 23 - Workforce Advancement
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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)
Chief, Early Childhood Special Education ($82,399.00 - $127,637.00/ year)
Child Care Licensing Specialist Trainee MSDE ($55,656/year)
Agency Grants Trainee ($44,804- $57,741/ year with growth potential to $71,124)
Childcare Apprenticeship Grant Coordinator ($31.80/hr.)
For more MSDE job openings, visit the MSDE website.
Other jobs in child care
Children’s Robes Recalled Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standards and Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com
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Paper Cape Recalls Children’s Pajamas Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standards and Burn Hazard
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Please notify the families you serve of these recalls.
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Great Deal on the Zero to Three 45 Hour Critical Competencies Training for Infant Toddler Educators
Take advantage of the great low price of $50 and learn about the current knowledge and skills to support our youngest learners in Social Emotional Development, Cognitive Development and Language and Literacy Development. Alternative to the Infant & Toddler 45 Hour Curriculum Course.
To inquire about other upcoming training, contact one of our approved trainers.
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Maryland State Child Care Association Conference by the Sea 2023
All Aboard with MSCCA: Cruising Through Early Childhood
Ahoy Child Care/ECE Professionals! Registration is NOW OPEN for the MSCCA Hybrid Conference by the Sea 2023: All Aboard with MSCCA: Cruising Through Early Childhood!
Don't miss the Maryland State Child Care Association's Conference by the Sea with hybrid option setting sail May 4-7, 2023.
MSCCA members receive a discount! Learn more and become a member today at http://membership.mscca.org. You are not required to be a MSCCA member to attend the Conference.
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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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MECLP's Newsletter
MECLP staff produces two newsletters a year to inform stakeholders of the progress, outcomes, and success of MECLP and to put faces on our outstanding cohort fellows.
Check out the latest MECLP News
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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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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
Revolutionizing Early Childhood Education: Are You Ready?
HCFCCA is hosting a 1 Day Conference - March 4, 2023 7:30 - 4:30 PM Location: Kahler Hall, 5440 Tucker Road, Columbia, MD 21044 - 6 Hours COK for $85.00 Keynote Speakers include Lauren Bond, Latoya Riggins, Jody Lamberti and Thelma Hayes.
Learn more and register
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2023 Calvert Association Conference
Registration is open for the annual Calvert County Association Conference! This year's conference will be held on Saturday, March 4th. Space is limited. Register early.
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BCCCRC's 2023 Emotional Wellness Conference
Registration is open for the annual BCCCRC Emotional Wellness Conference! This year's conference will be held on Saturday, March 11th. Space is limited. Register early.
Register
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Custom nature-based PD, just for you!
Do you want to embrace outdoor learning? ERAFANS offers select professional development courses for MSDE credit. You can schedule virtual or in-person learning, anytime of the year!
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FEBRUARY 7, 2023
Basic Financial Strategies - Family Provider Series
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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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
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Let us PAY for your CDA®!
As a registered family child care provider or licensed child care center staff, you can access FREE funds to cover the cost of new/renewal CDA application fees and associated competency books!
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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.
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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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The Benefits of Literacy in Classroom Settings
Register to learn more about how adding literacy rich activities into your classroom can benefit children in all aspects of learning.
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Team Building Strategies for Today's Teams
Team building as we know it as changed. Teams now more than ever must be committed, together and supportive of each other in order for the children and families in their programs to feel welcome and safe.
Register
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2023 Virtual Professional Development Institute: Early Learning Through the Arts!
In partnership with MSDE and Ready At Five, Arts for Learning Maryland will host a series of 6 FREE, VIRTUAL workshops for early childhood educators and child care providers, Feb. 23-May 18. Participants can earn up to 9 COK hours.
Learn more
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Holiday Office Closures
President's Day - February 20, 2023
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