KCS | DC Childcare Connections

Ready for Pre-K Community Playdate
2022-06-25 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Fort Stanton Recreation Center, 1812 Erie Street, SE, Washington, DC
For families with young children ages 0-5.

Finding Work-Life Balance
2022-07-14 17:30 - 18:30
Finding a healthy work-life balance is often a challenging task for families with young children. In this workshop, the facilitator will share promising strategies for “getting it all done” while practicing self-care.

Making Positive Connections
2022-07-21 17:30 - 18:30
Strong connections between families and children can become the building blocks for developing positive self-esteem and self-confidence in the early stages of growth and development. In this workshop, families will learn practical strategies to strengthen positive connections with children.Strong connections between families and children can become the building blocks for developing positive self-esteem and self-confidence in the early stages of growth and development. In this workshop, families will learn practical strategies to strengthen positive connections with children.

Money Matters
2022-08-11 17:30 - 18:30
During this session, participants will learn strategies to balance and build a family budget. Participants will explore ways to eliminate debt, calculate monthly expenses, compare expenses to income, lower monthly costs and be more mindful about spending. By the end of the session, participants will be able to build a budget that works for their family.

Promoting Social and Emotional Development
2022-08-18 17:30 - 18:30
In this session, families will explore ways to strengthen the social-emotional skills of their young children at home. Families will have an opportunity to share their experiences and strategies. Facilitators will offer information about evidence-based approaches and practices to support children’s social-emotional learning and growth.

Workshop: Supporting Children with Disabilities
2022-09-22 17:30 - 18:30
During this workshop, families will receive support in navigating the needs of young children with disabilities. Using a strengths-based approach, families will also learn well-researched ways to further develop their child’s talents and strengths.

Falling in Love with Learning
2022-10-01 10:00 - 14:00
The Friends of the National Arboretum (FONA) is partnering with DC Child Care Connections to bring Falling in Love with Learning to FONA’s annual Fall Festival and Bulb Sale located on the grounds of the National Arboretum. Join us for this family-friendly event for children ages 2 to 12 celebrating the intersection between science and nature.

Fall Festival and Bulb Sale
2022-10-15 10:00 - 14:00
The Friends of the National Arboretum (FONA) is partnering with DC Child Care Connections to bring Falling in Love with Learning to FONA’s annual Fall Festival and Bulb Sale located on the grounds of the National Arboretum.
Attendees should use the Arboretum’s New York Avenue entrance and park at the New York Avenue Parking Lot. A free shuttle will transport attendees between this parking lot and the event. Additional parking, without shuttle service, is available at the Grove Parking Lot and R Street Parking Lot.

Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering and MATH (STREAM) Community Pop-Up with Martha’s Table
2023-05-13 11:00 - 14:00 | Martha’s Table at the Commons, 2375 Elvans Road, SE, Washington, DC, 20020
Martha’s Table at the Commons (the Commons) is partnering with DC Child Care Connections (DC CCC), the District’s child care resource and referral (CCR&R) program, for a family-friendly community pop-up event celebrating Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering and Math (STREAM).
The community pop-up will introduce children ages 2-12 to STREAM topics. DC CCC will provide information on early care and education resources for families. The event will feature a book giveaway, facepainting, STREAM based activities and an ice cream truck. Resources from community partners including Colgate Dental will be
distributed.
Registration is not required.

Summer Safety
2023-05-17 17:30 - 18:30
Summer is a time for warm weather, vacations and outdoor fun for young children and families. As the season approaches, it is important to be mindful of summer safety. Representatives from the District’s Metropolitan Police Department will present simple tips to promote summer safety and preparedness. Register for the workshop here.

Nutrition and Wellness Series
2023-05-17 17:30 - 18:30
DC CCC, in partnership with the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) at the University of the District of Columbia, will be hosting an eight-week nutrition and wellness series for families beginning May 17, 2023. The series utilizes evidence-based strategies to address diet and physical activity behaviors and reduce the risk for food insecurity and chronic disease in families. Sessions are available in English or Spanish.
Register for the English workshop here.
Register for the Spanish workshop here.

Discover Summer with DC Public Library (DCPL)
2023-05-18 17:30 - 18:30
Join DCPL to learn about simple and engaging summer activities promoting early literacy skills that can be done at the library, at home or in the neighborhood. Families will receive information about the library’s exciting all-ages summer learning program, Discover Summer, as well as other resources, services and programs available for free through DCPL. Register for the workshop here.

Workshop: Effective Communication with Young Children
2023-06-08 17:30 - 18:30
Communicating with young children often requires a different approach than when communicating with older individuals. During this workshop, families will explore practical strategies and tips for communicating with young children effectively. Register for the workshop here.

In-Person Event: DC CCC Pop-Up at Raymond Recreation Center
2023-06-10 11:00 - 14:00
Join DC CCC for an in-person event packed with family fun and recreation. Families can also learn more about available family and community resources. No registration is required to attend. Location information can be found below:
Raymond Recreation Center, 3725 10th St. NW, Washington, DC, 20010

DC CCC Orientation
2023-06-22 05:30 - 18:30
DC CCC serves as a resource hub for families, child care professionals and communities by helping families find quality child care; providing support, education and resources to child care providers; and serving as a central hub for community resources. During this orientation, families and other community members will gain information about the many services and supports that DC CCC provides to benefit families and the community. Register for the orientation here.

Virtual Summer Institute for the DC Early Childhood Workforce: Innovative Strategies that Support Positive Educational Outcomes of Young Children
2023-07-14 09:00 - 16:30
The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), in partnership with Hurley and Associates, LLC (H&A), will host a free virtual summer institute for the District’s early childhood educators and child care program leaders. The focus of this year’s virtual summer institute is: Innovative Strategies that Support Positive
Educational Outcomes of Young Children. Sessions will be available in English, Spanish and Amharic.
Registration: https://bit.ly/2023SummerInstituteDC
