November 2023

Here's "The Scoop" on celebrating Family Engagement!

Hello Providers,

Welcome to The Scoop, where you'll find a treasure trove of resources, ideas, and inspiration tailored to your expertise in early childhood education. We understand that your role is both exciting and challenging, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

Thank you for the incredible work you do, and know that we're here to support you as an early childhood educator. Let's create a world of wonder for our youngest learners!

If you have any specific topics or questions you'd like us to explore, please don't hesitate to reach out. This newsletter is a reflection of your needs, so your input is invaluable. Send us an email at outreach2ccrr@snhs.org

Wishing you a wonderful November!

~ Child Care Aware of NH

Child Care Aware of NH News & Updates

Family Engagement Month

November is Family Engagement Month and all of us from Child Care Aware of NH will be collaborating with Vroom all month long to bring you resources to share with your families.

Stay tuned for more information.

Follow Child Care Aware of New Hampshire (CCAoNH) on Facebook for contests, giveaways, resources and more!

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2023-2024 Early Childhood Credential Challenge

Begins December 1st

Child Care Aware of NH, a program of Southern NH Services, and the Bureau of Child Development and Head Start Collaboration are thrilled to announce this year's Early Childhood Credential Challenge! We are so excited to celebrate the dedication and expertise of all of NH's Early Childhood Professionals.

This year's challenge is scheduled from December 1, 2023, to February 29, 2024! We recommend submitting your application as early as possible.

Be sure to keep an eye on the Credentialing Page on NH Connections for commitment forms and more information. Contact our Training & Technical Assistance team about how you can access credentialing support by calling the TA Line at (603) 578-1386, ext. 2526.

TA Tip: Communication is Key!

Communication, both verbal and non-verbal, is so important when working with infants and toddlers! We are born ready to communicate and as we grow, communication helps to foster so many other important needs, such as nurturing connections, safety, trust, respect, and lots more!

We communicate all day with our youngest learners and by doing so we are meeting important developmental milestones that will help to build their foundation for learning.

There are many ways you can make communication fun during your day, such as; reading a story, babbling with your infants, singing songs, and even just talking about activities that happen throughout the day.

To learn more about this topic you can visit the link to 'Communication: An Introduction' and watch the informative video that breaks down some simple ways to incorporate communication into your classroom!

Communication: An Introduction

This TA Tip was graciously shared by Lindsey Parisi,

Lead Training & Technical Assistance Coordinator.

Child Care Aware of NH is here to assist you! To learn more about how we can support your Infant and Toddler Practices, please refer to our Services and Supports Guide .

2023-2024 Services and Supports Guide

Resources for Families

Vroom tips offer a fantastic, family-friendly way to nurture young minds. These simple strategies help parents and caregivers create happy moments with their little ones, boost brain growth, and set our youngest children on the path to a bright future in school and beyond.

We celebrate Brain Building because:

Children’s brains grow the most rapidly the first five years of life!
90% of brain growth happens before kindergarten.
Parents are children’s first and most important teachers.
Families have what it takes to be brain-builders!

A Celebration of Brain-Building Activities that Honor Cultures and Traditions

Building strong partnerships with families offers tangible benefits for everyone involved, especially the infants and toddlers at the center of our work.

Understanding why and how to implement a continuity of care approach can inspire positive and responsive changes for all—early childhood educators, families, and children.

Rocking and Rolling. The More We Get Together: How Continuity Nurtures Relationships in the Infant & Toddler Setting - NAEYC

Resources for Providers

Family Engagement Activities and Resources for Child Care Providers

Family engagement is a critical aspect of early care and education. During Family Engagement Month this November, we celebrate and promote the importance of family engagement. By building strong partnerships between families and early care and education programs, we can ensure that children receive the best possible start in life.

Child Care Aware of America is celebrating this year with the theme Learning through Play: A Celebration of Brain-Building Activities that Honor Cultures and Traditions.

Food
Arts and Crafts
Languages
Reading and Storytelling
Music and Dance
Celebrations and Festivals

Child Care Aware of America - Family Engagement Month

Early Childhood Focused Collaboratives

The Infant & Toddler Collaborative is held on the first Tuesday of the month from 6:00PM-7:30 PM. Join us next for our next monthly training on Tues. December 5th exploring 'Teamwork Makes the Dream Work!'

These dynamic gatherings are shaped by the participants themselves, ensuring that they align with your unique needs and interests. By joining us, you can expect to:

Stay informed about the latest developments in Child Care Aware of NH programs.
Gain access to crucial local and state information.
Get valuable professional development opportunities tailored to you

You can register for this collaborative and others through your NHCIS account.

2023-2024 Early Childhood Collaboratives

News & Resources from Our Collaborative Partners

Quality Support (QS) CDA Cohort

Are you an individual working in a licensed child care program? Are you looking to become lead teacher qualified? If so, a Child Development Associate (CDA)® credential might be the right option for you.

Southern New Hampshire Services, Child Care Aware of New Hampshire (CCAoNH), in partnership with T.E.A.C.H. New Hampshire (T.E.A.C.H. NH) and the Early Childhood Apprenticeship Program (ECAP), has developed this Quality Support (QS) CDA® Cohort to assist individuals in obtaining their CDA® at no cost.

Some of the benefits include:

CDA® Training at no cost
CDA® assessment fees paid
Completion bonus

To learn more, click the flyer!

Quality Support" CDA Cohort

Child Care Aware of New Hampshire is a Child Care Resource and Referral Program of Southern New Hampshire Services. The preparation of this document was financed under a Contract with the State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Economic and Housing Stability, Bureau of Child Development and Head Start Collaboration with funds provided in part by the State of New Hampshire and the US Department of Health and Human Services.