The May newsletter will be dedicated to the early learning programs, childcare providers, teachers and staff that work every day to support children and their families. Teacher Appreciation Week is May 5-9 and Provider Appreciation Day is May 9th. Provider Appreciation Day is dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating the dedication and hard work of child care providers, teachers, and other early childhood educators. It's a time to show appreciation for the essential role these professionals play in the lives of young children and their families.  

Child care programs with fewer than 100 employees can apply for the TWC Skills for Small Business program. The purpose of the program is to improve small businesses performance by upgrading new and current employee’s skills. The program offers training by local community or technical colleges.

The program reimburses up to $1,000 per existing employee and up to $2,000 per new employee for a 12-month period. The program can reimburse providers for training opportunities such as:

• Entry level certificates in Infant and Toddler or Preschool
• Child Development Associate programs
• Occupational skills courses
• Required annual training by Child Care Regulation

Amarillo College is the grant holder in our area most trainings offered by the college will qualify for the Skills grant. For more information reach out to Cynthia Hixon at chixon@wspanhandle.com or

Contact: https://twc.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

Apply for Skills for Small Business Here: Skills For Small Business Application

Director PLC

Join Us Online, 

Wednesday, May 21st

from 1:30pm to 2:30pm

Topic: We will learn about Vocational Rehabilitation Services and how services may be utilized by your staff or their family members, and by the families your program serves every day.