Incentive deadline is August 31st! Project Include helps programs develop more inclusive learning environments and curriculums, including those for children with delays and disabilities. English: bit.ly/45EM3wC Spanish: bit.ly/47ZtghI 🌐 bit.ly/3QV4qJN

INCENTIVAR UN CAMINO HACIA UN MAÑANA MÁS BRILLANTE ✨ | Conoce a Leta! Explora su historia en [bit.ly/3OwZKXq] y conéctese con un Navegador de Carreras en BuildMyECECareer.com para formar tu futuro lleno de propósito. #WeAreD11

UN CAMINO HACIA UN FUTURO MAS BRILLANTE ✨| Conoce a Juan! Explora su historia en [bit.ly/45Pm7OP] y conéctese con un Navegador de Carreras en BuildMyECECareer.com para formar tu futuro lleno de propósito.

A NEW session for early childhood educators, led by Kathy Orr of Peaceful Households, presents the connection between trauma-informed practices and the 5 principles of restorative practice. Details: 🔹 Sept. 5 & 12 | conta.cc/43MnNYM 🔸 Sept. 23 | conta.cc/3Cn3lld

📣 Big News! Don't miss our September PD Update 🌟 Unveiling EQIT Session B kickoff! Explore top-notch training like ChildcareRead and dive into free early childhood education courses via Pikes Peak State College. Check it out! conta.cc/3swPEP6 #EarlyEdExcellence #PPSC

JI IS HIRING! This unique role within our Foundations program provides direction and support to early childhood grants and links children and families to quality child care while modeling, improving, and enhancing the early child care experience. 🌐Jointinitiatives.org/careers

The DRAFT of Quality Standards for Universal Pre-K has been released! The CDEC and Early Milestones are hosting a webinar TODAY (Sept. 11) from 3-4 pm to review the standards and answer questions. 🔹Register: bit.ly/487xLH1 🔸Complete details: Jointinitiatives.org/UPK.

🍎 Grant info, UPK Quality Standards, deadlines for applying for the Universal Design + Inclusion Project and completing a compensation/benefits survey, the Circle of Security Classroom Approach Cohort, added playgroup dates + MORE! 📰 conta.cc/3PCjFpG #ECNews #ECE

JI IS HIRING! Are you seeking a career focused on supporting parents of children (birth to 12) with navigating systems, services, assessments, and needs? Learn more about this opportunity to join our Joint Initiatives team and apply by October 13th! 🌐Jointinitiatives.org/careers

🆕Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families is announcing a new ROUNDTABLE platform to keep early childhood programs informed. Learn more and register TODAY! 🌐 t.ly/BAuzF

🎃 Be sure to carve out some time to read the October PD Update! Coffee Chats with Coaches, EQIT, free ECE courses via Pikes Peak State College, NEW lower training costs in #earlychildhood, and a sweet amount of scholarships! 🍬conta.cc/3Q5L7N2 #EarlyEdExcellence #ECETraining

JI is seeking a part-time Finance Support Specialist to process payments and create invoices for billing. As part of the JI team, this position assists with payroll and preparing all financial documents for annual review. 🌐 Learn more and apply at Jointinitiatives.org/careers

In the October Edition, JI announces new pages on its EXPANDED website, NEW Roundtables for providers, Expansion and Start-Up Grants, scholarships, tax credit details, and a reduced cost for training to open a child care! 🎃 conta.cc/48Ptjx3

The Colorado Department of Early Childhood will accept stakeholder feedback on the proposed permanent rules up to the date of the Hearing but encourages submission no later than Thursday, October 26th. + For the link to join, offer comments/testimony, and view rules, visit: cdec.colorado.gov/for-partners/r…

A new emergency rule is being considered to increase eligibility for additional UPK hours. The CDEC invites public comment on “living in poverty” as a new qualifying factor for eligibility by November 22nd. Learn more and comment here: bit.ly/3MgT938

🦃 Gobble up the goodies in November's edition! Check out NEW early childhood enrichment training, FREE child care training for #SpanishSpeakers, the Rocky Mountain Early Childhood Conference + more! 🍂 conta.cc/40q23RC #EarlyEdExcellence #ECETraining #RMECC2024

This edition is brimming with opportunities to connect with early childhood resources and ways to share your voice. Check out our NEW location/dates for playgroup, and NOW is the time to register for training to open a family child care home in 2024! 🦃 conta.cc/3QBCokO

Parents, caregivers, and professionals working with children five or younger and their families are invited to provide feedback on the Colorado Early Childhood Strategic Plan. Help shape the future of early childhood in Colorado! 📝Link in our EC News! conta.cc/3QBCokO

The CDEC will hold a rulemaking hearing on November 17th to review the proposed permanent rules for Family Child Care Homes (FCCH). Details and link to join: cdec.colorado.gov/for-partners/r…

All of us at Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families wish each of you a Happy Thanksgiving!