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TUESDAY TIDBITS
ENOUGH Grant Program
We are thrilled to share a new funding opportunity from the Governor’s Office of Children (GOC) – the ENOUGH Grant Program! This initiative supports early childhood development, education, and community health.
The ENOUGH (Engaging Neighborhoods, Organizations, Unions, Governments, and Households) Grant Program fights poverty and builds strong support systems. It unites sectors like education, health, workforce, housing, and safety.
Grants will range from $65,000 to $5,000,000.
How to Apply:
- Visit the GOC website for details.
- Submit a Notice of Intent by July 19, 2024.
- Full applications are due Fall 2024.
Watch the overview video and join the ENOUGH Listserv for updates.
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Child Care Information Sessions - July 25th
Child Care Information Session for licensed child care providers. Registration is required and space is limited.
Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024
Times: 6:00 - 7:00 pm (English)
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ECSTRA Program Update
The final Employment Verification window is now closed.
Payments will be issued to eligible, retained participants in late July 2024.
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Child Care Credential Program: Applications for renewing or upgrading a child care credential are no longer being accepted.
Due to a lack of funding, effective June 30, 2024, the Maryland State Department of Education has stopped accepting applications. The application window is closed, and CCS Central will not accept or process any credential program enrollment information or updates. Additionally, reimbursements for training (or training vouchers) are no longer being accepted. Applications and requests submitted prior to June 30th are being reviewed and processed. Programs participating in Maryland EXCELS can maintain current quality ratings and achieve increased quality ratings without the current Maryland Child Care Credentials.
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CDA® Grant Ended on June 30th
As of June 30th, the Council for Professional Recognition’s grant, which offered funding for Maryland early childhood educators to earn or renew the Child Development Associate® (CDA) credential has ended.
More information
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Comments Needed on Expanding Loan Forgiveness for Early Childhood Educators
The U.S. Department of Education wants your thoughts on expanding Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for early childhood educators. These educators play a crucial role in helping young children learn and grow but often face low pay and high student debt. Expanding PSLF could help more than 450,000 educators.
The Department seeks comments from experts and the public on how this expansion might work. Share your views by July 22, 2024. Your feedback can help improve the system and support educators better. Find out more and submit your comments here.
Scholarship Open Office Hours - July 16th
Join us for the open office hours of the Child Care Scholarship program! Our MSDE staff members are ready to assist both enrolled families and dedicated child care providers with any questions about applications, payments, or managing a Scholarship account. Registration is required. (Volante en español.)
July 16, 2024
12:00-1:00 PM
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Summer Meals and Snacks for Kids
The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) ensures that children continue to receive nutritious meals when school is not in session. When school is out, SFSP provides free meals in low-income areas to kids and teens 18 years and younger.
No registration or identification is required to receive meals, but some sites may request registration to help plan the number of meals or meal boxes they make for the day. Locate free summer meal sites near you!
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Licensing Survey
This survey allows providers to share feedback about the customer service experience during the inspection. Use your phone to scan the QR code provided.
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Child Care Provider Portal
If you're a child care provider participating in the Child Care Scholarship (CCS) program, forms must be uploaded to and submitted using the Child Care Provider Portal.
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Recently Updated Forms and Documents
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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.
Missed a session? Check out previous recordings and presentations.
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MSDE Early Childhood Job Openings
Currently, there are no early childhood job openings at MSDE.
For more MSDE job openings, visit the MSDE website.
Other jobs in child care
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August Cohort of Promoting Social-Emotional Resilience for ECE Teachers in Baltimore City
The Sherman Family Foundation is funding Mariposa Education’s 16 COK course: Promoting Social-Emotional Resilience for teams of Baltimore City early childhood providers! Learn the Mariposa Method for reducing stress and challenging behaviors. Course includes:
- Self-paced learning
- 8 live practice sessions (on Zoom)
- Coaching $100 stipend
Apply here
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Summer Slide 2024
Join us for a free Virtual Summer Learning Series led by Early Childhood Educator Brigid Cook
ONE CORE OF KNOWLEDGE HOUR WILL BE GIVEN FOR EACH SESSION PENDING MSDE APPROVAL
- Language and Literacy - July 11th
- Early Cognition & STEAM - July 25th
- Physical Well-Being & Motor Development - August 15th
6:30-7:30pm
Register
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$10.00 COK July Trainings
Hello Early Childhood Professionals! Come take $10.00 COK July trainings with BCCCRC.
7/9/24: Active Supervision for Center Staff
7/10/24: Policies that Protect
7/11/24: The Importance of Executive Function and Self-Regulation in Early Childhood Education and Care
7/17/24: Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
7/20/24: Roots of Inclusion
7/23/24: Learning Math
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Early Childhood Education Conference
2024 Conference: 60th Anniversary
Thursday, August 8, 2024
Wesley Freedom United Methodist Church 961 Johnsville Road Sykesville, MD 21784
$75.00
Vendors will be in attendance.
6 clock hours will be awarded
Learn more and register
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14th Annual Early Childhood Conference
Inclusion Starts Now: Nurturing Equity in Early Childhood Education
September 28, 2024
Goucher College
Project ACT is thrilled to announce our 2024 Early Childhood Professional Development Conference. Our conference provides education and professional growth as well as networking opportunities for the early childhood care and education communities throughout the state of Maryland.
Learn more and register
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Strategic Planning Survey
Maryland Family Network is conducting a rigorous and thorough strategic planning process to develop a new vision for the next five years, and we need your help.
Tell us your priorities for early childhood. Your input will help to guide MFN's future and the futures of countless young children. Please take our short survey here: bit.ly/mfnstratplan and thanks in advance for your participation.
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Maryland's Early Learning Standards Now Available Online
The standards are applicable across various early childhood settings, including family homes, schools, and centers.
To download a PDF version of the new standards, please visit: https://blueprint.marylandpublicschools.org/ece/.
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Upcoming ADA Webinar with XYZ!
Unlock essential knowledge with XYZ! Join us on July 30th from 6-9PM for a Webinar training on 'Basic Health & Safety and Breastfeeding Awareness'. Reserve your spot today
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11th Annual Maryland Early Childhood Conference
September 21, 2024
Keynote Speaker: Mr. Chazz Closing Speaker: Gerry Brooks Early Bird Rates July 1-17: $85. July 17-August 20: $125.
Learn more
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