Early Edge California

Celebrate and learn about #NativeAmerican and #AlaskaNative history and culture with your little ones through children’s books, interviews with children’s authors, activities, and educational resources curated by Reading Rockets. ???? https://ow.ly/L5A550UcU3J

Input needed! ?? The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing’s Early Childhood Education (ECE) team is seeking input through a field survey from current #preschool teachers, administrators, Family Child Care (FCC) owners, county offices, institutional program partners, and other #ECE organizations regarding the Child Development Permit. ?? Please complete the survey by TOMORROW, Friday, November 22nd. Your input is vital to ensuring that early childhood educators in California are well-prepared to meet the needs of young learners! #ChildDev Take the survey (English): https://ow.ly/GWh050Uc3Lz Take the survey (Spanish): https://ow.ly/6mk450Uc3LA

We’re thrilled to introduce and welcome the newest Early Edge California team member as of October 2024: Mirel Herrera! ?? Mirel joins the team as a Senior Policy Analyst. With a career dedicated to improving educational outcomes for students and children, Mirel is passionate about ensuring that all families have access to early childhood learning and care that fits their needs. Meet Mirel and the Early Edge team: https://ow.ly/kun350UbhkA

The Office for the Advancement of Early Care and Education (OAECE), in partnership with the Los Angeles Education Partnership, is pleased to announce the release of their "Caring for Los Angeles County’s Youngest Learners: #Infant and #Toddler Professional Development Catalog" (Catalog). This Catalog addresses the urgent need to enhance the skills and support the growth of LA County’s infant and toddler #childcare workforce. It offers valuable professional development resources to help support these efforts. The Catalog is organized into four categories: (1) Non-Accredited Training; (2) Accredited Training; (3) LA County Resource and Referral (R&R) Agencies; and (4) Other Resources. Access the catalog: https://ow.ly/kHNB50UavqQ

California has a proud history of being a progressive leader and a great place for families–but as many families with young children currently struggle to access #childcare, every community across our state feels the effects. While over 2 million children qualify for subsidized care, the state only funds enough spaces for 11% of those children to have access. If we continue to underinvest in child care, fewer and fewer families will be able to live, learn, and work in California long-term which hurts its communities and the economy. Child care isn’t just for kids, it’s for California. Learn more about our vision for #infant and #toddler child care in California. Visit our B-3 priority page: https://ow.ly/g6XM50Uaes1 #BirthToThree

Join the California Department of Education (CDE) for their upcoming #EarlyChildhood Policy Council (ECPC) Quarterly Meeting TOMORROW, November 19th, from 9 am - 12 pm (PT) which will include: a report from chairs of the advisory committees, a presentation on the #WholeChild Community Equity Workgroup, an update from the Rate and Quality Advisory Panel, a #ChildCare Transition Quarterly Report from the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), and allotted time for discussion and to hear voices from the field. Register here: https://ow.ly/fkGF50U9n0N

Early Edge California’s Advisory Group Leadership Council convened its final meeting of the year on September 16th. Early Edge shared exciting updates and milestones, including the release of our 2024 Mid-Year in Review Report and our new #BirthtoThree (B-3) priority webpage. The Early Edge team also provided updates on our sponsored legislation and the organization's plans for 2025 policy and legislative priorities. Learn more: https://ow.ly/yRZh50U9mKG

A message from Early Edge California's Executive Director, Patricia Lozano: As we process the recent election results, I want to reaffirm our commitment to providing the best start for young children, especially children of color, their families, and the educators who work with them here in California. Our dedication to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and multilingual educational environment remains firm. Now more than ever, we must work together on championing diverse learning experiences, and empowering children and families from all backgrounds to thrive. The challenges we face may shift, but our mission endures. Let's keep moving forward, united by our shared vision.

Happening soon! Join BANANAS, Inc. tonight, 11/14, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm (PT) for their "Provider Self-Care" workshop! ?? #EarlyChildhood educators have an important job that can be highly rewarding although sometimes highly stressful. Come learn about how to cope with and alleviate stressors by taking care of yourself. Experience some healthy strategies to try when you are under stress! Register here: https://ow.ly/fAum50U7zka #SelfCare #ChildCare

??Check out these resources from California's Universal PreKindergarten for supporting Dual Language Learners (#DLLs) in California State Preschool Program (#CSPP). ??