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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Are you interested in setting up Direct Deposit?
Direct Deposit Information To set up direct deposit payments, please contact the Comptroller of Maryland. The comptroller's office will provide the necessary information and forms to set up direct deposit.
Phone: 410-260-7813 (select the option for information on electronic payments.)
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Registration for Ready to Read: Early Literacy Learning Lab - Now Open
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) is hosting a two-day, in–person, professional learning opportunity designed for district literacy teams to collaborate on the application and implementation of high-leverage strategies and best practices in early literacy (Pre-K-3). District teams of four to five participants interested in participating, can complete the registration to attend Ready to Read: Early Literacy Learning Labs at one of the following LEAs:
Calvert County Public Schools, March 22-23, 2023
Wicomico County Public Schools, March 29-30, 2023
Baltimore City Public Schools, April 19-20, 2023
Register
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Recently Updated Forms or Documents
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
March 23 - General DEC
REGISTER
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
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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Multi-Purpose Kids Bike Helmets
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Primark Recalls Children’s Bamboo Plates Due to Risk of Lead and Chemical Exposure Hazards
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Patagonia Recalls Patagonia Infant Capilene Midweight Base Layer Sets Due to Choking Hazard
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Clark Associates Recalls Lancaster Table & Seating Brand High Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
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Please notify the families you serve of these recalls.
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Celebrate the "Week of The Young Child" with BCCCRC at The Maryland Book Bank
We hope you can join us to celebrate the "Week of the Young Child" at The Maryland Book Bank on April 6, 2023 from 5:00pm-7:00pm.
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March 2023 Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) Interface Train-The-Train Opportunity
Training will be held virtually over a period of two days from Wednesday, March 22nd to Thursday, March 23rd from 8:30 AM to 4 PM. This training initiative will serve to create a cadre of skilled, informed Presenters to disseminate the science of the developing brain, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) & resilience in school systems; and to promote widespread awareness of the negative effects of toxic stress, and childhood adversity to mental health among those working with school-age youth. Please email Kim Jackson to register.
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.
Learn more
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Maryland Early Childhood Conference
SAVE THE DATE! This year's conference will be held on September 22 and 23, 2023. Conference details will be released in May on our website.
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Earth Stories: Storytelling and Play in Nature
Join us for a magical day of learning the art of storytelling and how to help ALL children find joy and harmony in Nature Story and Play. Storytelling unfolds in recording, reenacting, retelling, dictating, and transcribing the child’s thoughts and ideas in many different forms of expression. Together we will learn how to provide a structure to support literacy development related to comprehension, love of reading, and true play. We will also use storytelling as a tool to resolve conflict and offer resolutions.
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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, 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
March 9 WIDA Essential Actions Orientation
March 20 WIDA Early Years Essential Actions 2 & 13
April 3 WIDA Essential Actions Orientation
April 13 Coaching for MD EXCELS Cultural Achievement
April 18 WIDA Early Years Essential Action 3 & 4
Registration
Contact Linda Bratcher
410-688-3949
OST Conference: Intentional Out-of-School Time Environments
We are excited to announce that registration for "Intentional Out-of-School Time Environments", a professional development conference for OST educators is open! Register today for this 6 COK hour professional development conference. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, March 25th.
Learn more and register
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Emergency Preparedness: The Expert’s Corner Q & A
Project ACT will hold a Q & A session with David Bycoffe, Deputy Chief of the Baltimore County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to discuss “Considerations for People with Special Needs”.
Register
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FCCAMC Annual Conference:
Building Brains with Music
April 15, 2023 at The Universities at Shady Grove, from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. FCCAMC members get an extra discount so don't forget to submit your online membership application before registering for the conference. Visit us on FCCAMC.org for all the conference details, the conference registration link, and FCCAMC membership application.
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Membership
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MARCH 7, 2023
Basic Financial Strategies - Family Provider Series
March 21 Marketing: direct your advertising efforts to the audience you need to reach.
April 19 Budgets, Projections, Planning: plan strategically, generate income.
April 25 Financial Reports/Internal Controls: manage finances, strengthen fiscal health. Coaching for “Maryland EXCELS Business Practices Achievement”
Linda Bratcher 410-688-3949
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Registration
Coaching for Critical Core Competencies for Infant/Toddler Educators
For those who graduated from the Critical Core Competencies for Infant/Toddler Educators we are offering individualized Coaching Services to support individuals who want to strengthen their ability to implement the skills in this Course. MSDE is covering the cost for this service.
More info
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Fire Safety Training for Early Childhood Professionals
This fire safety training is conducted by the Institute for Childhood Preparedness. This course will provide tools, tips and resources for developing a plan for responding to a fire in or near your program.
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.
Register
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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Care Courses New Professionalism Course
Care Courses has a new core of knowledge professionalism course! Take our 6-hour Staff Development and Motivation course and learn coaching, strategies to improve program quality, and how to improve staff motivation and job satisfaction.
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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Month of the Young Child, April 10-May 5!
Celebrate Month of the Young Child with MDAEYC and Arts for Learning! Join us April 10 - May 5 for a series of interactive arts workshops for children and educators. Programs include on-demand videos, accompanying lesson plans, and live virtual artist workshops!
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