We're trying out something new – it's called Child Care Scholarship Open Office Hours. We'll be doing this on November 14th from 12:00 to 1:00 PM.
Who should come? Well, families and providers who have questions about scholarships or open applications.
The folks who run the Child Care Scholarship program will be there to help you out. They can answer your questions and assist with applications and payments. They'll also tell you what to do if you have any problems with your Scholarship account.
No need to sign up – just click on the link on Tuesday, November 24, 2023, at 12:00 PM, and you can join us.
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And if you know anyone who might want to be a part of this, you can tell them too. We'd love to have them join us!
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Proposed DEC Regulations
MSDE regulations are regularly evaluated and updated. The purpose of the review is to determine whether the regulations are necessary for the public interest, continue to be supported by statutory authority and judicial opinion, or are appropriate for amendment or repeal.
Upon visiting the website, please sign up for e-mail notifications, and you will be sent an e-mail when new regulations and updates have been made to the page. Click on the link below for updates regarding regulation amendments for the MSDE, Division of Early Childhood, including :
- Regulation and Regulatory Review
- Emergency Regulations
- Proposed Regulations
- Regulations Impacting Small Businesses
Review the Proposed DEC Regulations
Did you receive an invite to complete the Maryland Child Care Workforce Survey?
The latest survey invitation reminders were sent on Thurs, 09/14 via text or email to a random sample of child care professionals. The email is from Alexis Washington, with the subject line, “Research Study Opportunity: 15-Minute Survey for MSDE Early Educators with Thank You For Your Time”.
The survey will take about 15 minutes, and all survey completers will receive a $25 thank you gift card.
MSDE is working with a research team at the University of Virginia to conduct this survey to better understand the work of MSDE’s early childhood educators.
The deadline to complete the survey is TODAY, 10/3/2023.
Complete your survey today!
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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.
October 26 - Scholarship
- Nov. 30 - Workforce Advancement
- Dec. - No Session
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
Child Care Licensing Specialist Trainee
Deputy Finance Director of the Division of Early Childhood
For more MSDE job openings, visit the MSDE website.
Other jobs in child care
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Get four free at-home COVID-19 tests this fall on COVIDTests.gov
Every U.S. household may place an order to receive four free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to your home.
Order Free At-Home Tests
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Back To Nature School Conference Wonder and Whimsy in the Woods
Are you ready for more wonder and whimsy in your daily lives? We will explore nature-based practices and spark your creativity in our time together! Set up a storytelling culture using free, thrifted, or donated items. You will walk away with a treasure chest of storytelling ideas, songs, and magic.
Learn more
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Be the change you hope to see!
Host apprentices in your Excels Level 4 or 5 program and show them what high quality looks like. We fund salaries and provide paid, high-quality coursework; your experienced teachers serve as mentor coaches. Interested? Connect with earlyedcorp@umd.edu.
Learn more
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Pre-K & Kindergarten Early Literacy Conference
The Pre-K and Kindergarten Conference is your all-access pass to creating magic in your schools and classrooms. These are not just a professional development conference; but an educational EXPERIENCE!
Learn more
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We need your input: Complete the Pathways to Success: Navigating Maryland’s Early Childhood Workforce System Survey!
Complete your survey to help JHU better understand how to improve the ECE workforce system: Survey
1 PAU and a raffle entry for 1 of 20 $100 gift cards are offered for survey completion.
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New Child Care Provider Portal
Maryland State Department of Education is excited to announce the launch of its new Child Care Provider Portal!
Who is Required to Use the Portal?
Going forward, all scholarships related tasks and supporting document uploads will need to be completed through the Child Care Provider Portal. This means that all providers who participate in the Child Care Scholarship (CCS) program are required to register and use the Provider Portal for all scholarship related tasks, such as, but not limited to, invoicing, attendance, and scholarship enrollment. In addition, providers not participating in the CCS program can register to use the Provider Portal to complete limited actions related to licensing requirements, (i.e., uploading documents).
Be on the lookout for additional communications from the Maryland State Department of Education about the new Child Care Provider Portal.
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Coming Soon! New Technical Assistance Options
Coming January 2024, programs pursuing Maryland Accreditation may request or decline one or both of the following:
- Optional, remote technical assistance (TA) for Program Administration (Section1) and Home and Community Partnership (Section III)
- Optional, onsite technical assistance (TA) for Program Operation (Section II)
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Resilience: Taking Care of You
Resilience: Taking Care of you is a full day event designed to enhance the professional development of early childhood educators. November 4th at Frederick Community College. Earn 6hrs approved training and a PAU.
Email for more info
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The Council for Professional Recognition, Maryland State Department of Education and Maryland Family Network have partnered to offer funding to help you earn or renew your Child Development Associate® (CDA) credential. And now, fully funded CDA® training is available for Maryland early childhood educators! Training options are available for CDA
candidates and renewal applicants. Don’t miss out on this exciting professional development opportunity.
Learn more
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Early Childhood Experts Needed
The Maryland Accreditation Validator Request for Quotation (RFQ) has been posted! The purpose of this RFQ is to acquire a pool of expert consultants to conduct accreditation visits, and provide validator comments and ratings to child care and public schools seeking Maryland Accreditation. Apply by submitting a bid. Instructions and documents are available in the online portal.
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Meet Christina Lopez: Our New Director!
We're thrilled to introduce Christina Lopez as MECLP's new Director. With a deep-rooted background in early childhood education, Christina's journey has spanned the classroom, where she was a kindergarten and pre-kindergarten teacher, to coaching and mentoring educators, advocacy as President of MDAEYC, and administration as a Judy Center Director. Her vision and enthusiasm will undoubtedly shape the future of MECLP. Christina's extensive experience across these areas has been featured by the Institute for Early Education Leadership and Innovation at UMass Boston, showcasing her remarkable impact in the field. Join us in extending a warm welcome to Christina!
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October 17, 2023
FREE! Supporting Maryland’s Multilingual Learners Presented by Linda Bratcher
October
25 Essential Actions 10 & 11
November
9 Essential Actions Orientation
16 Essential Actions 1 & 14
Register or email Linda Bratcher
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Fall Professional Development Workshops by Linda Bratcher
October
17 Preschool Behavior Management
November
2 Executive Function Skills - the Basics
13 Let’s Celebrate Thanksgiving - More than Pilgrims and Pumpkins
More info
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Imagine After School Spaces That Work
October 25, 2023
Looking for quality school-age care that fosters healthy relationships? Join our workshop on creating Imagine After School Spaces That Work! Discover the influence of environment on children's development and explore strategies for cultivating a sense of belonging.
More info
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Train with Petrea Hicks!
Join Petrea and XYZ in discussing The Growing Brain! "The Growing Brain: Understanding Behavior" Tuesday, November 14th from 6pm-9pm "The Growing Brain: Everyday Play" Tuesday, December 12th from 6pm-9pm Both sessions will be live via Zoom
More info
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Harvest Fest
Join us for a day of fun for the entire family! Get to know our programs at Montgomery College. There will be activities for kids, games, prizes, music, raffle, art show, ice cream, and mini workshops.
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Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Certificate Program
This is directed to front-line service providers and agency administrators who wish to acquire essential knowledge to work effectively with their youngest patients and families. Please see the attached flyer for additional details. For more information contact oibraheem@som.umaryland.edu.
Registration
Strengthening Business Practices Training for Center Directors (COK: 12 hours Professionalism)
BCCCRC is excited to announce a training series that is just for directors. Strengthening Business Practices for Centers is a 4-module series. Topics such as fiscal management, marketing, recruiting staff and staff retention. $20.00 for all 4 modules!! The series dates: 10/25; 11/1; 11/8; 11/15.
More information & registration
Baltimore City's Early Intervention Project: Social Emotional Support Referral
The Early Intervention Project is here to support adults in Baltimore City in preventing, identifying, and reducing the impact of social, emotional and behavioral challenges among children birth through 5 years of age. Services include Cozy Area setup, Create an emotional check-in, rules and schedules.
Register
$10.00 Training Opportunities with BCCCRC
October 21: Exploring the Great Outdoors in Autumn
October 21: Infants and Toddlers Developing a Sense of Self
October 25: Recognizing and Responding to Challenging Behavior
More info
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45-hour Coaching & Mentoring Series (English & Spanish language series)
This virtual training series provides information and strategies to build your coach/mentor skills. This series meets the requirements for the Maryland Credential Administrator Level 4 requirements and awards 45 Core of Knowledge hours in Professionalism. English series begins 2/1/2024 & Spanish on 2/20/24.
Learn more
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Playful Inclusion for All Children
November 11
Join Maryland EXCELS, the Abilities Network Project Act, Harford Community College and Pure Play Every Day, LLC. for this child care conference. Earn 6 COK hours and a PAU for Credentialing. The cost is $55.
Enter course code # 45448 to register.
Register
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Coming Soon! Fall Webinar Series
MECLP will be hosting its Fall Webinar Series this November and December 2023. The webinar series, Restarting and Recovering: Advancing Early Childhood in Maryland, will feature conversations with leading national and state ECE experts, moderated by our esteemed MECLP fellows. More information is coming soon.
Check out our previous webinars
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