Celebrate the Month of the Young Child!

April is the Month of the Young Child. The annual celebration recognizes children and families, as well as early childhood educators and organizations that provide them with education and support. DC Child Care Connections (DC CCC) and community partners are hosting events throughout April for children, families and early childhood educators. More information on these events and links to register are below. All events are virtual except for Family Fun Day at the National Arboretum.

The Funding Alert is a free resource produced by Serve DC highlighting grant opportunities and resources for community-based, faith-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and District Government agencies. For Economic Development grants and opportunities, […]

OSSE in collaboration with grantees – the Building and Sustaining Quality in Early Care and Education (BSQECE) and the Quality Improvement Network (QIN) – has compiled a compendium of current efforts and resources to support the business practices of child development centers and homes.

The recently updated Trainer Approval Program (TAP) Manual is now available on the Office of the State Superintendent of Education’s (OSSE) TAP webpage.

Keep up-to-date on the Coronavirus in the DC area. Find resources on food programs, school resources and activities just for kids.

The health, safety, and security of our children and child care staff are everlasting concerns and critical factors in early learning and development.

We have worked with community partners to identify a series of daily resources and activities from nationally-recognized organizations that families can use to keep children engaged and to continue the learning process. All resources are developmentally appropriate for the ages specified and are aligned to the DC Early Learning Standards.

View this document visit the links to access all the resources available to parents and families during this time.

American Academy of Pediatrics is an organization of 66​,000 pediatricians committed to the optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.​

The District of Columbia understands the importance of fostering children’s social and emotional growth, promoting positive behavior, and preventing the escalation of behaviors that may lead to suspension and expulsion of children from birth to age 5 in child development facilities.