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Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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VQB5 Registration is Now Open through October 1!
All Primary Site Administrators should sign into LinkB5 to complete VQB5 registration activities.
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Child Care Centers and Family Day Homes
Virginia Preservice Training Regional Listening Session on September 18
The Office of Child Care Health and Safety (OCCHS) will host a listening session on September 18. Early childhood professionals may participate in discussions with the OCCHS concerning the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff and the work being done to promote healthy and safe practices. This listening session is most relevant for owners and staff of subsidy approved home-based and center-based programs, and licensed child day centers.
Potable Water Lead Testing Grant Application Re-Opens September 15
Respiratory Virus Prevention
In an effort to support a healthy respiratory season, on September 4, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) released a Back to School Letter for child care facility administrators related to preventing respiratory viruses. Child care providers and administrators can get the latest information about preventing viruses such as COVID-19, flu, and RSV on the VDH website.
Greensville/Emporia Child Care Session – Information on Expanding or Starting a Child Care Business
Are you interested in expanding or starting your own child care business in Greensville county? Thrive Birth to Five is hosting a child care business information session. Free consultation with experienced consultants from VDOE, Child Care Aware of Virginia, and Atlantic Union Bank of Emporia will be present to assist you with getting started. Please join us on September 28, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Greensville Volunteer Rescue Squad Building. A light breakfast will be provided. You can register here.
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Virginia Preschool Initiative
VPI Local Criteria Eligibility Waiver for 2024-2025: Final Window Open Now – October 15
This is the final window to submit the VPI Local Criteria Eligibility Waiver, that allows school divisions to request more than 15% of their VPI slots use locally determined eligibility criteria. Each application is reviewed by the Superintendent of Public Instruction and VDOE staff. To complete this process, ensure access to the application in SSWS by contacting your local SSWS manager.
Early Childhood Special Education
Part 1 Recording Available: Fundamentals of Early Childhood Special Education Administration Webinar Series
On August 22, VDOE hosted part one of the three-part series "Fundamentals of Early Childhood Special Education Administration Webinars." This series is intended for new ECSE administrators, new special education directors or those who would like a refresh on topics related to ECSE administration. The recording and materials are now available.
Curriculum Framework Modules Office Hours – September 24
Join Specialists from the Training and Technical Assistance Centers (TTAC) for an online office hours to ask questions about the recently released Curriculum Framework Modules. The online modules are designed for early childhood professionals to learn about the six key elements of a curriculum framework and how they can be used to instruct young children with disabilities. They encourage educators to reflect on their teaching practices and make changes to ensure every child receives the individualized support needed to thrive.
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Date: September 24 from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
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Virtual Learning Community in Autism for Early Childhood: Connection Through Communication (VCU-ACE)
Are you looking to create a communication-rich environment that allows each child in your classroom to actively engage and participate in meaningful interactions? Join the VCU Autism Center for Education in a Virtual Learning Community in Autism for Early Childhood this fall. The four-session series titled, “Connection Through Communication: Empowering Early Childhood Teams to Foster Inclusivity for Young Children” will focus on topics and strategies to support learners with diverse communication abilities.
Head Start
Nurturing the Promise Campaign- Information on the Head Start Final Rule
The Office of Head Start (OHS) has released a series of resources in response to the newly issued Final Rule Supporting the Head Start Workforce and Consistent Quality Programming as part of the Nurturing the Promise Campaign. These resources are designed to support grant recipient's adherence to the updated Head Start Program Performance Standards outlined in the final rule and help programs continue delivering high-quality services to children and families.
Playground Safety Tips for Early Childhood Programs
Playgrounds offer a great opportunity for young children to grow and learn. They also can potentially be a place where children can experience injuries in many early childhood programs. Join the upcoming webinar offered by the National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety to learn more about creating outdoor play areas that minimize safety hazards and maximize play opportunities.
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Webinar: Playground Safety Tips
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Date: September 19 at 2:00 p.m.
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VQB5 - Virginia's Unified Measurement and Improvement System
VQB5 Registration - 3 Weeks Left! - Deadline October 1
All publicly-funded programs that serve children ages birth to five are required by state law to participate in VQB5 and must complete registration in the LinkB5 data portal between August 15 - October 1.
Early Learning Support
Early Childhood Curriculum in VQB5 Fall Refresher (Recorded Webinar)
This pre-recorded webinar is intended for providers and shares information on curriculum in VQB5, including expectations for reporting optional curriculum use, resources to support curriculum choice, and updates to the vetted and approved list.
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Ready B5 Recap Summer Edition is Here!
Click to view the Summer edition of Ready B5 Recap, the Quarterly Newsletter for Early Childhood Care and Education in Virginia.
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