MSDE and other State offices will be closed on the following days:
November 10 Veterans' Day
November 23 Thanksgiving Day
November 24 American Indian Heritage Day
December 25 Christmas Day
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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 14, 2023, at 12:00 PM, and you can join us.
Link
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
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.
November 30 - 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
For more MSDE job openings, visit the MSDE website.
Other jobs in child care
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Exciting News for Child Care Providers in Maryland!
The Maryland Department of Commerce announced that applications are now open for the second year of the Child Care Capital Support Revolving Loan Fund.
This fund is established in partnership with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), aiming to lend a helping hand to dedicated child care providers like you. No-interest loans are available for child care providers who are licensed by MSDE and participate in the Child Care Scholarship Program.
The application period is open through December 15, 2023, and we encourage you to seize this opportunity to strengthen your child care facilities.
Detailed information on eligibility criteria and the application process
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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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Last week to earn a PAU by completing the Pathways to Success Survey!
If you haven’t already, take the survey. It closes Friday, November 3. If you started a survey but didn’t finish, make sure to finish on the same device by Friday! 1 PAU and a raffle entry for 1 of 20 $100 gift cards are offered for survey completion.
Survey
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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!
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.
Effective November 20, 2023, do not mail, email, or fax documents to the CCS program. All forms for the CCS program must be uploaded and submitted through the Child Care Provider Portal. 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).
REGISTER
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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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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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Do your substitute teachers want to be CDA certified?
By participating in Maryland Early EdCorp, your substitute teachers can become your full time teachers. Our program will pay them while providing high-quality coursework and on-the-job training in high quality centers as they achieve the CDA. Share our program with them.
More info
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Coming Soon! Fall Webinar Series
Maryland Early Childhood Program Leaders (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
Meet the MECLP Cohort V Fellows!
We are excited to introduce the newest cohort of MECLP, a group of dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing the field of early childhood education and making a difference in the lives of Maryland's youngest learners. Each member of this cohort brings a unique set of skills, experiences, and passions to the program. Learn more about these dedicated professionals and their roles in early childhood education.
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October 31, 2023
FREE! Supporting Maryland’s Multilingual Learners Presented by Linda Bratcher
November
9 Essential Actions Orientation
16 Essential Actions 1 & 14
December
5 Essential Actions Orientation
14 Essential Actions 7 & 12
Register or email Linda Bratcher
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Professional Development Classes
Engaging, interactive classes for all educators:
November - Executive Function Skills and Let’s Celebrate Thanksgiving - More than Pilgrims and Pumpkins.
December - Storytelling in the Early Years" and Including Children with Special Needs.
January - Basic Financial Strategies for Child care Mod 1. Join us!
More info
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Elevate and Empower: Training Teachers as Young Scientist Mentors
November 4, 2023
Elevate your teaching skills with Elevate and Empower: Training Teachers as Young Scientist Mentors. Join us for a unique learning opportunity that focuses on incorporating science into everyday teaching. Get ready to engage in interactive experiments and messy play.
More info
Hey parents! Dealing with a picky eater can be tough, but we've got your back. Join our workshop and unlock the secrets to turning even the fussiest eaters into adventurous foodies. Let's make eating fun again!
Register
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Meet your licensing requirements... at your own pace!
Our Self-Study Programs have arrived!
Learn more
Join Petrea Hicks in exploring "The Growing Brain" on November 14th and/or December 12th from 6-9p via Zoom
Register
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Become a Positive Solutions for Families (PSF) Facilitator
Apply for Our December 7th Virtual PSF Facilitator Training
Facilitators can provide groups for family members grounded in the Pyramid Model curriculum – giving families access to the same strategies to support and understand social emotional needs that their children’s educators have.
Application Deadline: November 15, 2023
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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: 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
Low-Cost November Trainings with BCCCRC
Stay warm and take your COK trainings at a low-cost with BCCCRC!
November 4: Conflict Resolution Strategies
November 8: Active Bodies, Active Minds
November 11: Understanding ADHD
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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