Winter Newsletter & Training Calendar 2022-23 | |
Child Care Resource & Referral
Serving Douglas, Klamath & Lake Counties
Douglas: 541.492.6608 Klamath & Lake: 541.492.6609
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A Message from our Program Coordinator: | |
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Hello Early Learning Professionals,
I hope everything has gone well for you this fall. It is exciting to see new providers popping up and new students taking classes for their Early Childhood degrees and certificates. Covid is slowing down and creating opportunities to move towards greater connection with peers, colleagues, friends, and family. I know that I was truly grateful to see so many of you in person at both the fall conference in Douglas and the conference in Klamath.
Coming up we have some great classes available in person and online. I hope you can join us and take some time to hear from speakers that are new. We are excited to announce that we have contracted with Lakeshore Learning to provide several set 2 classes through June of this year. Check out our training calendar for details. In addition, we have a new Spark cohort coming up if you are interested in learning more about this program. Lastly, we are working on our Spring Fling for April in Klamath and May in Douglas. We are looking forward to seeing you all in a big group once again.
Please take some “you time” to look through the newsletter. We hope that you squeeze every drop of resource and training we have available to offer you and know that we are always here for you.
Sincerely,
Heather
CCRR Program Coordinator
Care Connections & Education
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Winter 2023
Professional Development Opportunities
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Care Connections & Education is excited for many trainings available this term. Starting with our Lakeshore Learning virtual trainings, and Saturday SOU Workshops, and in-person to online trainings.
You can register online from the training bulletin by clicking on the training title or call our office. 541.492.6604
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Lakeshore Learning Trainings | |
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Getting Ready for Tax Time
Monday January 23 6:00pm-8:00pm
The OCCA will be sponsoring and hosting a tax training over zoom with CIVITAS. Join this free tax training presented by CIVITAS, where their tax experts will present what’s new that you should know for the 2022 tax season, which grants are taxable, and will answer your tax questions and so you can get the best deduction for your tax return! This is a bilingual training and will be presented in both English and Spanish.
Register in advance for this webinar:
Click here to register
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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New Providers:
(September - November 2022)
Douglas
2 New Centers
1 Certified Family
2 Registered Family
1 School Age Program
Klamath
1 Certified Center
Lake
1 Recorded Agency
Increased Desired Capacity Growth:
(since August 1, 2022)
Douglas- 91
Klamath-2
Lake-18
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Stabilization Grant Information | |
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We want to hear from you- please send us your stories as
to how the stabilization grant has helped you.
Send us pictures or stories.
Email Michelle:
michelle.bassett@douglasesd.k12.or.us
or just reply to this email.
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Required Training:
Foundations for Learning is available to early care and education (ECE) providers. This free, two-hour training on child development is available on the “Learning with OCCD” website in English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, and Traditional Chinese. The deadline to complete this course is December 31,
2022. Register Here
Market Price Survey
Barbara from Care Connections & Education has been and/or will be contacting you to complete the Market Prices Survey by Dec. 31, 2022.
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ELD Family Household Survey | |
Complete the Family Household Survey by January 31, 2023
and receive a $20 gift card.
The ELD has launched the statewide Family Household Survey on December 1, 2022.this survey is part of our Strengths and Needs Assessment research funded by the Preschool Development Grant (PDG). It was developed in partnership with partners at Portland State University's Center for Improvement of Child and Family Services (PSU CCF) and OSLC Developments Inc.
Survey details:
- We invite all parents/caregivers of children age birth to five years in Oregon to participate in this survey
- It’s a 15-minute survey about families’ experiences with and needs for early learning and care services
- Surveys are available in 6 languages: Chinese, English, Russian, Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese
- PSU CCF and ODI are working with community-based organizations to connect with families across Oregon
- The survey will be open from December 1, 2022– January 31, 2023
- Parents/caregivers will receive a $20 gift card to thank them for completing the survey (1 per household)
- If you have questions or would like to request flyers or weblinks to send to families, please contact Denise Ford with ODI at denisef@oslc.org or (916) 205-6851
Click here to go to the Family Household Survey ELD page
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Community College Cohorts | |
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DOUGLAS COUNTY-UCC
UCC Fall Term started strong with all the UCC ECE classes full and the Back to School Cohort at 23 members! During our Fall term meeting, new cohort members met with returning members and played a fun icebreaker game to learn each other’s name. We review when scholarships/FAFSA open and how the cohort can financially assist the members.
Fall term is concluding with 27 cohort members with more interested students wanting to join!
UCC Winter term registration is open! Winter term start on Monday, January 9th and last day to register for classes is Friday, January 20th. If you are looking to continue or start your college education in Early Childhood Education, contact me and we can assess how the cohort can assist with your UCC journey!
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Cherry Camonayan
Douglas County College Navigator
541.492.6623
cherry.camonayan@douglasesd.k12.or.us
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Klamath County -KCC
This winter, the Early Childhood Education Cohort at KCC is doing some awesome things! As the ECE navigator, I will now be working on campus every Wednesday and Thursday from 1-6pm to help students with registration or any other obstacles they may need assistance with.
The cohort has grown to 24 members!
Winter term starts January 9th and registration closes January 7th. We couldn’t be more excited to help out students through their educational success! The cohort has grown to 24 members.
If you are looking to continue or start your college education in Early Childhood Education, contact me and we can assess how the cohort can assist with your KCC journey!
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Alexis Mann
Klamath County College Navigator
541.492.6615
alexis.mann@douglasesd.k12.or.us
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Klamath's Spanish Cohort Update | |
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This has been a busy yet joyful season of stretching our bodies and brains with Conscious Discipline for our cohort of Spanish Early Educators.
For those of you who are unfamiliar with Conscious Discipline, it truly is about transformation. It took us on a journey which examined traditional beliefs about discipline practices we once used to a new and better way of how-to parent and how to teach.
Our group of 21 participants learned about the importance of connection with children and the School Family. Not only did we learn many important skills such as recognizing and regulating emotions using acceptance and empathy, but we also earned many very cool materials such as these Feeling Buddies which participants can use in their programs with the children and families they serve.
The Klamath Spanish Cohort continues to be engaged in classes through KCC as well as a 10-week series of classes “Abriendo Puertas”, “Opening Doors” which provide early educators with opportunities to help children develop healthy eating habits, prepare our children to have success in school and collaborate with parents in our community. They are a busy group!
We wish you all well this winter season. May the peace of a happy home and the joy that comes from special times with family and friends be with you.
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Jill Ramirez
Bilingual Early Learning Support Specialist
541.944.252
jill.ramirez@douglasesd.k12.or.us
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QIS Infant Toddler SPARK Cohort | |
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These last few months the Spark Cohort has been working on the completion of their Spark Portfolio. Most of the providers have completed the Learning and Development, Health and Safety, domains. Leaving Family Partnership, Personnel Qualifications, and Administration and Business Practices to complete their portfolio.
This has been a 2-year journey where business systems and business plans were developed. Part of the business development has been connecting with Wonder School. Wonder school is a Child Care Management Software for programs; Family Childcare and Center Care and for parents looking for child care. Each provider has been giving a one-year subscription to wonder school, a tablet for accessing Wonder school, and interactive trainings with a wonder school professional to assist with onboarding.
If you are interested in becoming a part of a cohort of network call Theresa.
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Theresa Songer-Tuckey
Infant Toddler Quality Improvement Specialist
541.492.6607
theresa.songer-tuckey@douglasesd.k12.or.us
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Resources for Providers & Parents in all Counties | |
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Tip of the Term
Did you know…
Mindful changes to your daily routines can result in big positive changes in children’s behaviors? Taking a trauma responsive approach to classroom management can support all the students in your group learn how to regulate their emotions and interact respectfully with other people. Having consistent daily routines and following a predictable schedule that is posted in your classroom helps children know what to expect. One way to be trauma responsive is to provide consistency so that children feel safe and secure. Clearly communicating behavior expectations in relation to routines, in simple and specific language, helps teachers and children alike.
Remember, behavior is learned just like academics and gross motor skills: with
ongoing teaching, frequent practice, and consistent support. Adding more trauma responsive tools to your tool belt is an example of an inclusive
practice that supports all children regardless of age or ability.
You can reach out to Inclusive Partners for support. Call us 971-673-2286 or email: DELC.InclusivePartners@ode.oregon.gov
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A message from
The Oregon Health Authority
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The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and health care providers are reporting an increase in families requesting RSV testing for their children, and that some child care providers may be requiring a negative RSV test to return to care. This presents a challenge for our health care system, as RSV testing is not typically available outside of hospitals and this request places additional strain on hospitals and clinics already struggling to meet the demand for symptomatic patients in need of care.
While child care providers are required to follow exclusion requirements for symptoms of communicable illness, OHA does not recommended that families seek RSV testing for children unless testing is recommended by a health care professional. Child care providers should not require a negative RSV test in order for children to return to care.
RSV is a common respiratory virus, and usually only causes mild cold symptoms. However, it is important to seek medical care when it is needed. Symptoms of more serious illness include difficulty breathing, dehydration, discoloration in tongue, lips, or skin, and decreased activity or alertness. Remember, OHA does recommend getting a COVID-19 test if there are symptoms like new cough, fever, shortness of breath, or new loss of taste or smell.
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Winter Safety for providers & families
click links below for valuable information
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Lending Library in Douglas County Offered through Umpqua Valley STEAM Hub | |
FEATURED LEARNING TOOL: Magnetic Gears | |
This incredible building set lets kids put together their own spectacular, spinning show! The interchangeable pieces slide together easily for no-fail designing.
Children simply stick the gears onto a magnetic surface…fit them together any way they like…then turn one of the built-in handles to set the whole colorful creation in motion!
Sturdy plastic set consists of 22 magnetic gears in 2 sizes.
Group:
Engineering and Design
Subject:
Engineering
Optimal Grade Level:
Kindergarten, 1st - 5th
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Visit their website to learn more about this and other cool learning tools available to you in their lending library!
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CCR&R Team Member Book Pick | |
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Barbara's Pick:
The Mitten, By Jan Brett
In this bestselling modern classic, a child's lost mitten leads to an enchanting adventure in the snow. Jan Brett's beautiful narration is a family favorite and the board book edition is the perfect gift for younger readers.
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An activity to compliment the book:
Paper Mittens
This is a great way for younger children to be exposed to symmetry. Simply cut out two identical mittens from construction paper. Have your child paint a design on one mitten and then press the other mitten on top of it to create a symmetrical design. Punch holes and add yarn.
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Open: Mon-Friday 8:00am- 4:30pm
Holiday Closures:
Dec 17 - Jan 2, 2023 - Christmas Holiday
Jan 16, 2023 Office Closed for MLK Day
Feb. 20, 2023 Office Closed for Presidents Day
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Care Connections & Education provides early learning resources and technical assistance to providers just like YOU!
Here are just some of the ways we can help:
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- Connect to Oregon's Early Learning Systems
- Technical Assistance and Referrals to Extra Supports for Children with Challenging Behavior
- Navigate Licensing and/or DHS
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- Program Quality Improvement
- Cohort and Coaching Opportunities
- Connect to Professional Development and Higher Education Opportunities
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