Provider Updates for April 3, 2020
Updates from the Office of Early Learning
During this unprecedented time, we are committed to keeping you informed on program updates as they are received from the Office of Early Learning (OEL). 

  • Last week, OEL shared that EFS Mod would automatically adjust the redetermination due date for families who are currently undergoing redetermination, or are up for redetermination from March 15, 2020 and May 15, 2020.

  • On April 1, 2020, Coalitions were advised that there are certain cases that would have to be manually extended by coalition staff. Those cases have been identified and we are actively working on processing those extensions now. Staff will be contacting applicable parents and providers once they have processed the extension. 

  • On April 2, 2020, OEL asked that we communicate to you their decision to not update payment certificates due to the current state of emergency. Please note that these children will still appear on your attendance, therefore you will still be paid for them, and we will continue to NOT terminate anyone during this time.

We thank you for all that you do. Be safe and be well! 
Join us for a virtual PLAN meeting on
April 8, from 10 am - 12 pm
Topics on the agenda include:

  • Financial Assistance to Child Care Small Businesses
  • Health & Safety by Childcare Licensing
  • EFS Mod/Provider Payments
  • And much more!

We look forward to having you join us!
ELC Updated FAQs as of April 3, 2020
Below is access to a document that contains the Questions and Answers as April 3, 2020.

As always, we will continue to provide new information or updates on our  website . For the most recent COVID-19 information for Providers, please visit:  www.elcbroward.org/coronavirus
 
If you have additional questions, please communicate with your ELC contact or send a note to  questions@elcbroward.org .
COVID-19 Resources
Paycheck Protection Program FAQs for Small Businesses
CareerSource Broward has provided an FAQ for Paycheck Protection Program for Small Businesses.

CDC Guidelines for Child Care Programs That Remain Open
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued additional considerations and guidance for child care programs that remain open.

Broward County Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services
Broward County Public Schools will continue to support students and their families through the coronavirus crisis by offering its grab-and-go meal service, which has been expanded from nine to 47 locations: 23 elementary schools, nine middle schools and 15 high schools throughout Broward County.

Free Resources for Families & Teachers
The Florida Department of Education has compiled a list of free resources, offered by state and federal agencies, private companies, and non-profit organizations to help school districts, colleges, educators and families ensure continuity of learning during this time.

For additional resources, please visit our website: www.elcbroward.org/coronavirus