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TUESDAY TIDBITS
Coming Soon: 2025 Annual Basic Healthy and Safety Update Training
The 2025 Annual Basic Health and Safety Update training will be launched on September 9, 2025. On this date, you will be able to access the training online on the MSDE CANVAS page.
The training is mandatory and must be completed by all child care staff and family child care providers by December 31, 2025. Newly approved family child care providers and staff hired between October and December 2025 will have until March 31, 2026 to complete the training.
The training is also recommended for child care substitutes and volunteers. It qualifies for two clock hours of continued annual training requirements.
An email with more information will be sent to child care providers when the training is published. You can also learn more on our website.
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Attend an Upcoming Push to Pre-K Information Session
Are you interested in expanding your child care business to offer prekindergarten services? Learn how your program can access state funding through the Prekindergarten Expansion Grant for the 2026-2027 school year at a Push to Pre-K information session.
This year's first Push to Pre-K session will take place September 23 at 1:00 p.m. and will provide an overview of the grant.
Future information sessions will be held that will offer guidance about licensing and Maryland EXCELS requirements, components of an educational program, grant writing, and more.
Register for sessions, watch recordings from previous sessions, and learn more at pushtoprek.com.
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Applications Open: Child Care Capital Support Revolving Loan
Child care providers can apply for no-interest loans to cover facility repairs and improvements through the Child Care Capital Support Revolving Loan Fund, run by the Maryland Department of Commerce with support from MSDE.
Licensed child care programs who participate in the Child Care Scholarship Program are eligible to apply for a loan used for capital expenses related to a child care facility, such as construction or renovation projects.
Contact details and more information about the fund can be found on the Maryland Department of Commerce website linked below.
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Apply for the Outdoor, Nature-Based Child Care License Pilot Program
Child care providers may still apply for the Outdoor, Nature-Based Child Care License Pilot Program.
The regulations for the program are built on the center regulations with additional requirements specific to operating outdoors.
Visit the website for more information about the program as well as how to apply.
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How Do You Get Your Health Insurance?
The Maryland State Department of Education has partnered with Maryland Health Connection to implement a new bill that passed in Maryland this year. We need your input to help us understand how child care professionals get health insurance. Be on the lookout in the next few weeks for the official survey to make your voice heard and tell us how we can support your health care needs. Your insight will help determine the best way to provide access to affordable coverage for child care professionals through Maryland Health Connection. Stay tuned!
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Follow the Division on Social Media
Find information and updates from Maryland EXCELS and the Division of Early Childhood by following us on our social media accounts:
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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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Scholarship Open Office Hours - September 16th
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.
12:00-1:00 PM
(Click here to see all dates through December 2025.)
Join a session
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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 6:00-7:00 PM.
Register for the next session 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
Have a job opening you would like to share? Submit it here.
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Training/Professional Development |
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Inquiry-Based Teaching and Learning Information Session
Join us on Wednesday, September 10, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. to learn about the Inquiry-Based Teaching and Learning series for educators working with children aged 3-5 years old. For more information, contact Randi Albertsen at innovationsineducation@verizon.net.
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MSCCA Leadership Symposium: Inspiring Early Childhood Leadership
Don't miss the MSCCA Leadership Symposium on October 9th! Attend virtually or in person -receive 6 hours of MSDE approved training hours. Hear the most accurate information from MSDE DEC/OCC Leadership, special guest Sarah Neville-Morgan. Keynote with esteemed state legislators to share details on new laws and future initiatives for 2026. Lots of afternoon breakouts! Register today!
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🚨 Are you hiring? Looking for child care staff? 🚨
Through funding from the Maryland Department of Labor, Project ACT is training the next generation of child care professionals. Graduates of the Early Education Empowerment Alliance (EEEA) have completed all required training and coaching around child development and job readiness.
Fill out the form to share your openings, and we’ll share your information with our EEEA graduates!
Sign up
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Childcare Management Solutions LLC Annual Continuing Training
Join Childcare Management Solutions fall continuing training 10/4/25
Session I 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Reassessing Your Short-and Long-Term Program Strategies.
Session II 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cultivating Positive Interactions with Children and Adults.
For information regarding registration and fees, please contact 301-203-7648 or info@cms4training.com.
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Childcare Management Solutions LLC Continuing Training
Childcare Management Solutions LLC Continuing Training 10/18/25
Session I 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Family Engagement (3hrs COM).
Session II 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. How to Support Children with Special Needs and Meet their Developmental Needs (3hrs SN).
For information regarding registration and fees, please contact 301-203-7648 or info@cms4training.com
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The Wealthy Center Series - Recurring Revenue in Child Care? Yes, Please.
Join Dr. Amy Stewart on September 11, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. virtually. Learn strategies to create monthly revenue streams beyond tuition. Register online to secure your spot today.
Register
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Calling All Child Care Center Providers and Administrators - New Dates Added!
The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is recruiting child care center providers and administrators to participate in audio-recorded focus groups about provider health and wellbeing. Your voice matters! Your perspectives will help identify barriers and enablers related to provider health and wellbeing. Those who complete a focus group will receive a $50 gift card.
Take the survey
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Trainings with the Baltimore City Child Care Resource Center (BCCCRC)
Register for one of our upcoming training opportunities.
9/3/25: The ABCD's of Safe Sleep
9/6/25: Creating Positive Learning Environments
9/10/25: Working with Mixed Age Groups
9/11/25: Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
9/17/25: Child Development and Developmental Delays
9/18/25: Including All Children and the ADA
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Tell Your Families About Child Care Counts’ 2025 #TeachersMatter Contest - Coming Soon!
Child Care Counts' 2025 #TeachersMatter award season opening Sept 12. Deadline Oct 3! Awardee, announced Oct 10, receives $500 and a $250 gift card to an educational supply store. Nominees must work at a state-licensed center or family provider.
Learn more
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Nature-Based Learning In Early Childhood Education
Discover the benefits of the natural world as a teaching tool! Through the use of natural materials and taking learning outside, we'll explore how nature-based learning supports holistic developmental experiences for all children. September 13, 2025 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Online registration required.
Register
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The “M” in STEAM: Introducing Math to Young Children
New Care Courses training! Bring math to life with playful, hands-on learning for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Discover strategies to overcome math anxiety, support all learners, and weave numeracy, shapes, measurement, and problem-solving into everyday routines. 4 hours - $30.00
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FCC Owners: Is the ASPIRE PreK Program Right for You?
Ready to join Pre-K? ASPIRE is an innovative program that provides the coaching, administrative support, curriculum, and community you deserve. Recognized as a professional educator, you’ll confidently become part of Maryland’s high-quality Pre-K system—without the grant management burden.
Learn more
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🎙️¡Nuevo podcast INEDUIN! 💫
Un espacio para compartir reflexiones, estrategias y experiencias sobre la educación infantil, pensado para maestras, cuidadoras y profesionales que buscan inspirarse y crecer en su labor diaria.
Más información
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🎓 Seminarios sobre Enseñanza de Habilidades Socioemocionales con el Modelo Pirámide
Aprende estrategias para enseñar habilidades sociales y emocionales como compartir, cooperar, seguir instrucciones y resolver conflictos con el Modelo Pirámide 🎧
📅 9 y 16 de septiembre
📅 23 de septiembre
Registro
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Virtual Reflective Supervision Fall Session Starting Soon!
Whether you’re guiding families, supporting children, or leading a team of professionals, your role requires not only skill and dedication but also compassion, patience, and emotional resilience. But, you cannot pour from an empty cup.
Through guided reflection, you gain deeper insight into your practice, strengthen your skills, and build resilience against burnout.
Register
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