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.
Promoting Positive Behavior to Prevent Suspensions and Expulsions
Child Care Information for Families
My Child Care DC helps families discover child care options in one click. Accessible by mobile phone, at https://MyChildCareDC.org.
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Change in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C Eligibility Criteria
This memorandum describes the changes in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C eligibility criteria.
DC Child Care and Development Fund State Plan 2022-24 (FY22-24)
The CCDF is the primary federal funding source for states to assist and support low-income working parents and those engaged in education and job training activities with securing subsidized child care. The CCDF emphasizes the importance of quality child care for all children and sets parameters for how federal funds should be invested for these efforts.
Learn DC
LearnDC is a one-stop source for information and resources about education that create opportunities for DC students in college, careers and life.
Early Childhood Training and Technical Assistance System
The Early Childhood National Centers for Training and Technical Assistance (T/TA) promote excellence through high-quality, practical resources and approaches. They are designed to build early childhood program capacity and promote […]
Early Childhood Investigations Webinars
Early Childhood Investigations offers free webinars to early childhood educators. The series is produced by Engagement Strategies, LLC., and presented by leading authors, experts, and leaders. Our goal is to […]
Council for Exceptional Children
The Council for Exceptional Children is a professional association of educators dedicated to advancing the success of children with exceptionalities. We accomplish our mission through advocacy, standards, and professional development.
Council for Professional Recognition
The Council for Professional Recognition promotes improved performance and recognition of professionals in the early childhood education of children ages birth to 5 years old.