If you have a child with special needs, your child care search will not only include finding a safe and quality setting but also ensuring that the caregivers meet the unique needs of your child. Read More about Finding Child Care for Your Child With Special Needs »
Finding Child Care for Your Child With Special Needs
Registration Open for the 2021 4C for Children Leadership and Early Childhood Conference!
Registration for the annual conference for all early childhood professionals across Southwest Ohio and the Miami Valley is now open! Read More about Registration Open for the 2021 4C for Children Leadership and Early Childhood Conference! »
2020 Impact Report: Resilience in a Difficult Year
When 2020 began, everyone at 4C for Children was filled with excitement at what we planned to accomplish in the coming months. Our financial outlook was positive, we were laying the groundwork for a new three-year strategic plan with our board, department goals were established, staff were focused on implementing new strategies to help child care providers meet the summer deadline to become quality rated and new ways to help families find quality child care options were being explored and integrated into our work. Read More about 2020 Impact Report: Resilience in a Difficult Year »
Coaching Corner: Join Us for Virtual Sessions in August!
4C for Children’s coaching staff is here to support you as you provide quality care for children and families in our community. Whether you just want to connect with others in the field, or need assistance reaching your Step Up To Quality goals, check out the following free opportunities. Read More about Coaching Corner: Join Us for Virtual Sessions in August! »
Have You Updated Your Program Portal Profile Yet?
The Child Care Program Portal gives you the ability to update your profile in the database that 4C for Children uses to refer families to your child care program. Read More about Have You Updated Your Program Portal Profile Yet? »
Family Child Care Connections July 2021 Meeting
Calling all Southwest Ohio and Miami Valley family child care providers to our “Family Child Care Connections” virtual monthly meeting! Read More about Family Child Care Connections July 2021 Meeting »
4C for Children Child Care Network Facebook Group
Are you struggling to find new ideas for your child care program? Have questions about best practices or training to support your professional growth? Want to chat about the struggles and joys of working with children with other early childhood professionals who are in the same boat? Read More about 4C for Children Child Care Network Facebook Group »
Your Child and School Transitions
“Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere.” —Chinese Proverb
It is almost that time of year again, “Back-to-School” preparation, excitement and first day jitters! Preparing children for back to school, or transitioning from preschool to kindergarten, includes helping them prepare both mentally and physically for the school year ahead.
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State of Ohio Budget Update: Good news!
We are grateful to share with you that the future of Step Up To Quality is bright! The State of Ohio budget process has concluded, and some of the changes that had originally been proposed that would have dismantled SUTQ have been removed from the state’s budget. The requirement for those that serve children receiving state assistance to obtain a Step Up To Quality rating will remain in place. Read More about State of Ohio Budget Update: Good news! »
Conference Keynote Speaker Drew Dudley Returns!
The 4C for Children Leadership and Early Childhood Conference will take place Oct. 22-23 and will offer two attendance options: in-person or virtual. Read More about Conference Keynote Speaker Drew Dudley Returns! »