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Topic/Subtopic COVID-19, American Rescue Plan Act (ARP Act), Stabilization Grants
Learn the facts about family homelessness. Explore the federal laws and regulations that govern Head Start, Early Head Start, and other...
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Explore this overview of family homelessness and learn why it is important for professionals to understand the definition of “homeless children and youth.” It is included in Section 725(2) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act [42 U.S.C. § 11435a(2)].
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Caring for Our Children Basics (CFOCB) outlines the minimum health and safety standards for child care. Use of CFOCB is voluntary but it will be a useful resource for states and other entities. This tool provides a simple format to compare current early childhood programs against the recommended...
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Enhance your knowledge around family homelessness. Discover the importance of the McKinney-Vento Homelessness Assistance Act's definition of "homeless" as it refers to...
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Topic/Subtopic Family Engagement and Consumer Education, Family Engagement and School Readiness, PFCE Framework/Family Engagement Outcomes, Relationship-Based Practice, Supports and Services for Families, Relationship-Based Practice, Prioritizing Vulnerable Children and Families, Families Experiencing Homelessness
School readiness is the process of early learning and development, from infancy to school age. It’s a time when children can gain the skills and attitudes they need to succeed in school. Early interactions with important, caring adults build babies’ brains and influence development. Child care...
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Explore this resource for suggested ways to think about outreach to families based on recent research. CCDF Administrators and system-level professionals,...
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Topic/Subtopic Family Engagement and Consumer Education, Informing Child Care Consumers, Family Friendly Outreach, Supports and Services for Families, Relationship-Based Practice, System Planning and Implementation, Outreach and Participation, Outreach and Consumer Education, Outreach to Diverse Populations
Safety, health, and financial stability are key to family well-being. Explore strategies for child care programs to support family well-being with the families they...
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Topic/Subtopic COVID-19, PFCE Framework/Family Engagement Outcomes, Relationship-Based Practice
Making the transition to a new care and learning setting can have an impact on families. For both children and parents, transitions can lead to excitement and joy, and uncertainty and concerns. Child care programs can learn strategies to support and help families feel secure and ready to make...
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State, Territory, and Tribal child care administrators and others may use this resource to support consumer education and family engagement. Explore the strategies to promote consumer engagement in line with the vision presented in Consumer Engagement: Orientation for Early Childhood and School-...
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Topic/Subtopic Family Engagement and Consumer Education, Family Engagement and School Readiness, PFCE Framework/Family Engagement Outcomes, Relationship-Based Practice, Informing Child Care Consumers, Consumer Education Website, Family Friendly Outreach, Supports and Services for Families, Relationship-Based Practice
