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Drowning is a leading cause of death among children.
WATER SAFETY AND LICENSING RULES
Containers with just an inch of water can be dangerous for a small child. Learn water safety and licensing rules to keep kids safe this summer.
"POOL SAFELY"
Simple safety steps are the best way to prevent accidents and deaths from drowning. Watch this short video from Pool Safely to learn the steps.
DRY OR DELAYED DROWNING
Dry or delayed drowning refers to situations where some water got in a child's lungs and the child has a severe reaction to the water hours after the incident. You need to be aware of the risk and know what to watch for.

News and Happenings
The Child Care Aware® online training site closed on June 1st. New online training launches on July 5th. Get ready to love it!

It's time to update your business profile! Your accurate and up-to-date information helps us market your services, connect you to families and provide state and community leaders with valuable information about early childhood needs.

You may be eligible for a  Pre-kindergarten Education Grant! The Early Childhood Education Grant Program was established in the 2015 legislative session to provide funding for early childhood education programs serving four-year-old children that are eligible for free or reduced lunches.
Early Learning Guidelines (ELG) are research-based, measurable descriptions of the things young children are expected to know and be able to do at each age and stage of development.