The following important changes to group size, program size, temperature checks and Care4Kids are included in the information below from the Office of Early Childhood: Dear Child Care and Youth Camp Community, The Office of Early Childhood is sharing these critical announcements related to child care and youth camp operations effective Monday, June 22, […]
CONTINUE READINGSummer program and camp providers are entering an unprecedented summer as they prepare to provide a safe, enriching, and fun summer experience while managing changing safety protocols and challenges amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic.
CONTINUE READINGThe 50 State Afterschool Networks have put together an initial list of anti-racism and equity teaching resources. Please feel free to download it and share as you wish. The document is set up as a Google spreadsheet with descriptions and live links to various sites, and is sorted into four categories: – Resources for Providers […]
CONTINUE READINGThe Connecticut After School Network held its first Summer Planning Roundtable on May 21st with over 80 people attending virtually. As expected, many questions were discussed in 5 distinct areas (Activities, Funding, Logistics, Guidance, and Safety). Please see our Q & A here: Link to Google Sheet – Click here – Read Only). If you […]
CONTINUE READINGAre you feeling kind of grumpy and out of sorts; working hard to keep yourself motivated and moving? This website might help. It was created by a mother of a Sandy Hook child who died but left a loving message for his mother. She took this message to heart and created a website in his […]
CONTINUE READING2020 mini conference based on safety and well being of after school staff
CONTINUE READINGGovernor Lamont partners with CBIA and CONNSTEP to distribute free face coverings for small businesses Governor Lamont today announced that his administration is partnering with the Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA) and its affiliate CONNSTEP on an initiative to distribute free face coverings to eligible, essential small businesses with fewer than 50 employees. Eligible […]
CONTINUE READINGCelebrate Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week April 20-24!#heartofafterschool
CONTINUE READINGAre you currently open for school age child care during the COVID-19 outbreak? Thinking about opening? Take a look at this sample daily checklist from the YMCA. Click on the document to open both pages in a separate window where you can download it. Special thanks to our colleagues in Santa Clara County, California!
CONTINUE READINGIn addition to the Sample Daily Checklist from the YMCA, they have also prepared a list of activities to consider after your program has a COVID case. Click on the document to open in a separate window where you can download it. Special thanks to our colleagues in Santa Clara County, California!
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