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Mom 2 Mom - A Support Group for those Expecting and Beyond

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Mom 2 Mom - A Support Group for those Expecting and Beyond

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A State-Wide one-stop connection to community, social, health, and government programs and services. Their motto is if you have questions, they have answers.

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CDC's Learn the Signs. Act Early has pretty much everything you could ever need when it comes to children's developmental health. Check out the website for access to free resources and information!

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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From birth to 5 years, your child should reach milestones in how he plays, learns, speaks, acts and moves. Track your child's development and act early if you have a concern.

Act Early Ambassadors work to integrate LTSAE across the country.

A federal effort to encourage healthy child development.

Here you'll find the agency to contact in your state if you have a concern about your young child's development.

See how others help their communities "Learn the Signs." and "Act Early."

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free materials to track child development

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free materials for early care and education

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"Learn the Signs. Act Early." has FREE child development tools

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Use CDC's "Learn the Signs. Act Early." tools to track and celebrate children's developmental milestones from 2 months to 5 years and learn what to do if you ever have a concern.

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Early Head Start/ Head Start and more!!

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Where children become champions of their own making.

Find a Center Near You!

Welcome from
Christina Herrera,
Vice President of
Acelero Learning Wisconsin

In 2013, Acelero Learning became a Head Start grantee in Milwaukee County, expanding a year later into Racine County. Over the years, Acelero Learning Wisconsin has established itself as a high-quality early childhood education provider that prepares children for kindergarten and beyond.

At Acelero Learning we believe that all children can succeed, and we have cultivated an approach that allows us to see this belief to fruition. We create classrooms that are welcoming learning environments where children grow and thrive. We engage families individually, in groups, and as leaders. We partner with families to see them achieve the aspirations they have set for their child and themselves. We provide nutritious meals and snacks, and support the completion of general health and wellness screenings and exams for all children served by our program

We have 11 centers in the Milwaukee and Racine areas. We offer Early Head Start services at select locations to children as young as six weeks old and up to three years old. We also offer Head Start preschool to four- and five-year-old children at select centers. We are open Monday through Friday, although our hours vary.
Visit our Centers tab to learn more about each location.

Enroll Today

Contact

Acelero Learning Cudahy North Center

5809 South Packard Avenue,

Milwaukee, WI 53110

Phone: (414) 210-2967

Fax: (414) 210-4450

7:55 AM -2:40 PM

Monday - Friday

Acelero Learning operates licensed Head Start centers across four states and uses data-driven tools and an equity-centered approach to accelerate child and family outcomes. Acelero Learning is a division of Acelero, Inc., a pioneer in early childhood education and family engagement services, which also includes Shine Early Learning.

All children deserve a head start to education. I want to register my child for Acelero Learning!

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Skip to content Where children become champions of their own making. Find a Center Near You! Welcome from Christina Herrera, Vice President of Acelero Learning Wisconsin In 2013, Acelero Learning became a Head Start grantee in Milwaukee County, expanding a year later into Racine County.

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Families whose income meets federal agency guidelines and who are residents of the city of Milwaukee are eligible.

All children are required to have a complete physical exam (which must include current blood testing for lead poisoning and anemia) and dental exam for Head Start.

The physical exam form and dental exam form can be faxed to the Head Start office at (414) 252-0349 or mailed to the Head Start office at 921 W. Meinecke Avenue, Room 10A, Milwaukee, WI 53206.

Applications are accepted throughout the year. Placement occurs after the Head Start enrollment specialist completes the application process. Applications can be completed only by a representative from the Head Start program.

Please call the Head Start office at (414) 252-0350 for more information about the enrollment process.

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The Head Start program is based on the belief that children learn best through a combination of support services.

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Early Head Start/Head Start and more!!

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Next Door | Early Childhood Education in Milwaukee

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Next Door provides early childhood education in Milwaukee, helping children and families build a brighter future filled with opportunity and success.

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What exactly is Developmental Screening and Developmental Monitoring? 

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What exactly is Developmental Screening and Developmental Monitoring? 

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Say what!? Learn about Developmental Screening and Developmental Monitoring

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Wisconsin Wayfinder: The Children's Resource Network

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Wisconsin Wayfinder: The Children's Resource Network

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Wisconsin Wayfinder is a great, free service to help you find services for children! If you are a parent of professional wanting to help a child or youth with a delay, disability, mental health condition, or special health care need, please contact Wisconsin Wayfinder at the above link or 877 947 2929.

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Learn more about how to find trusted information and resources for children with special health care needs in this video. Wisconsin Wayfinder connects parents, caregivers, and professionals with free, confidential, and personalized support.

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Get help finding supports and services for children with delays, disabilities, special health care needs, and mental health conditions.

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Try these activities from ASQ with your child to support their healthy development in problem solving, communication, physical coordination, and much more. Organized conveniently by age.

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More developmental activities to try with your child!

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Helping to support people with Autism spectrum disorders, their families, and others in the community through information, resources, research, and education.

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Autism United of Wisconsin - Offering a Personal Connection

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Our mission and passion is to improve the quality of life for each child, teen and adult on the Autism Spectrum — as well as their families — while teaming with caregivers and educators to enhance every individual’s unique needs, skills and goals. A better life starts here.

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Please Leave any Questions or Suggestions as a "Comment" in this section. We will try our best to get you an answer or connect you with someone who can!

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Please Leave any Questions or Suggestions as a "Comment" in this section. We will try our best to get you an answer or connect you with someone who can!

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City of Milwaukee Health Department Maternal and Child Health Programs

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City of Milwaukee Health Department Maternal and Child Health Programs

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These are great programs that provide home visiting, health access, nutrition, health education, pre/post natal and community outreach services!

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MCH programs provide home visiting, health access, nutrition, health education, pre/post-natal and community outreach services - targeting families impacted by high infant mortality, health, social and economic disparities.

Long term home visiting program for pregnant mothers in the City of Milwaukee that provides pre/postpartum health education and case management support. Services can be provided for up to three years.

Program that serves pregnant mothers in Milwaukee providing labor/delivery support, birth planning, breastfeeding support, health education and 12 weeks post-partum support.

Supplemental nutrition program for eligible women, infants, and children; promoting the health and wellbeing of families.

Helps City of Milwaukee residents determine their options for free or low-cost health insurance, Foodshare, Childcare and coordinates referrals into other community resources as needed.

Program provides training, education, and informs practice on six focus areas - Safe Sleep, Breastfeeding, Developmental Screening, Healthy Equity, Perinatal Depression and Adolescent Suicide. Program targets relevant entities to build their awareness and practice in these areas. This is including but not limited to providing community groups, outreach/educational events, collaborating with health care providers, child cares, schools, and community organizations that impact children and families in Milwaukee.

Program provides Safe Sleep Educational Classes to pregnant mothers 34 weeks and beyond or who have children under six months of age to qualify for receipt of a Pack N' Play upon completion of the class. Hours of operation available on the Clinic website.

A newborn baby can look healthy but have a serious disorder that cannot be seen. If not treated, these disorders can lead to slow growth, blindness, brain damage, or possibly death. Early treatment can help prevent these serious problems.

Information about screening tests given to babies shortly after birth.

Maternal and Child Health Division

414-286-8620
414-286-5480

Keenan Health Center
3200 N. 36th Street
(414) 286-8813

Northwest Health Center
7630 W. Mill Road
(414) 286-8820

Southside Health Center
1639 S. 23rd Street
(414) 286-8821

Community Partners:

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MCH programs provide home visiting, health access, nutrition, health education, pre/post-natal and community outreach services - targeting families impacted by high infant mortality, health, social and economic disparities. Long term home visiting program for pregnant mothers in the City of Milwaukee that provides pre/postpartum health education and case management support.

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Milwaukee Diaper Mission: Distribution Partners

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Milwaukee Diaper Mission: Distribution Partners

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Milwaukee Diaper Mission partners with local agencies to provide diapers. Please see the agencies linked here for more information.

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i need diapers - milwaukee diaper mission

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Home Delivery is a pantry program that provides once-a-month food delivery to those in our community with disabilities or health conditions that prevent them from leaving their homes.

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Learn more about Lead and Lead Safety in Milwaukee

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Description of this award-winning program along with supporting materials.

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16th Street has a great Outreach Program protecting children from Lead Poisoning. They partner with the Milwaukee Health Department and Department of Health Services. Check out their website to learn more or contact them.

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Lead Outreach Program - Sixteenth Street

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Our goal is a lead-free Milwaukee. Sixteenth Street has been protecting children from lead poisoning for over 25 years. Since 1996, the Department has partnered with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and the Milwaukee Health Department to develop and implement a one-of-a-kind, bilingual community lead outreach program that combines free home-based outreach and testing, … Continued

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Milwaukee Health Department's Safe Sleep Program: Qualifying participants receive a free Pack n Play. 

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Milwaukee Health Department's Safe Sleep Program: Qualifying participants receive a free Pack n Play. 

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Participants can Complete Safe Sleep Classes both in-person and Online (English Only) to learn safe sleep recommendations for baby's first year of life. If you're a Milwaukee resident, pregnant 34 weeks or further, or postpartum under 6 months (baby is under 6 months) you'll qualify for a free Pack n Play after class! Please see above link for access to the online class and learn more about the program. Please call 414 286 6611 if you have any questions.

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Milwaukee Infant Safe Sleep Online Class Website - w/Registration

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Learn more about Children's Vision milestones and health!

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Prevent Blindness Wisconsin works in cooperation with public health nurses, school nurses, healthcare staff, students, volunteers, childcare providers, Wisconsin Lion/Lioness, and Head Start personnel to provide free vision screenings across the state. We provide vision screener training and certification, consultation, vision screening materials, and educational resources to our screening partners. Prevent Blindness Wisconsin develops and maintains enhanced children's vision screening follow-up resources to ensure children with vision problems are able to get the vision care they need and deserve.

Approximately 1 in 5 preschool-age children in the U.S., including preschool-age Head Start children, has a vision disorder that requires monitoring and/or treatment by an eye doctor and 1 in 4 school-aged children has a vision problem. Sometimes children have trouble seeing and don't even realize they are viewing the world differently than others. Healthy vision is important for learning and success in school. Vision problems can make it hard for children to read and learn, and unfortunately, many fall behind in school or show behavioral problems.

If you are interested in learning more about our Children's Vision Screening program, please contact Courtney Murphy, at [email protected] or (414)-765-0505.

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Children's Vision Program - Prevent Blindness Wisconsin

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Prevent Blindness Wisconsin works in cooperation with public health nurses, school nurses, healthcare staff, students, volunteers, childcare providers, Wisconsin Lion/Lioness, and Head Start personnel to provide free vision screenings across the state. We provide vision screener training and certification, consultation, vision screening materials, and educational resources to our screening partners.

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This program educates and provides resources on car seats!

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Patient Stories

Just after Christmas, Lisa Schmidt's niece was in a single-car accident. Thankfully, her 3-year-old was not in the car at the time, but she was shocked to learn that her like-new car seat was no longer usable.

"The sheriff told her she should not ever use her car seat again - that she should throw it away," said Lisa, a lead infant teacher at a daycare. "This was very surprising to her."

Thanks to a recommendation from the Milwaukee Fire Department, Lisa visited the Children's Wisconsin car seat program for a discounted seat and tips on car safety.

Car safety is critical in preventing injury

Road injuries are the leading cause of unintentional deaths to children in the United States. From 2021-2022, 2,284 children were seen in a Children's Wisconsin Emergency Department or urgent care offices for crash-related injuries. Ashley Mahnke, program manager of the Children's Wisconsin Injury Prevention team, said the Children's Wisconsin car seat program is intended to help reduce these numbers.

"We want to prevent those injuries," said Ashley. "We want to either give them a product that they need or help educate families."

Safety starts with education

Through the car seat program, patients and families who see a Children's Wisconsin primary care provider can learn about safe car seat installation and harnessing and can have any questions or concerns addressed. Caregivers practice installing car seats and harnessing a child. If a family needs a car seat, the clinic also provides discounted car seats.

"Ashley showed me every detail on it," said Lisa. "She showed me how to put the car seat in a car, and how to keep it safe and tight." Lisa was able to get an appointment within a week of calling, and she walked out of the appointment with what she called a "Cadillac of car seats." It only cost her $20.

"Thank God for the sheriff and fire department," said Lisa. "I love that Children's Wisconsin gave us a new seat."

One part of the appointment Lisa particularly valued was the opportunity to discuss questions with the clinician. Lisa learned that kids shouldn't be put into car seats with a puffy winter coat on. She also learned safety features about the new car seat that she didn't know were there. And, it was all delivered in a helpful, compassionate manner.

"I didn't feel like I was being tested," she said. "I was learning."

Connecting caregivers to resources

The car seat program is one of several Children's Wisconsin efforts aimed at reducing injuries to children while riding in a car. Car safety efforts through the car seat clinic, primary care offices, community service and social work programs, and home visitation programs aim to teach parents about safe practices when traveling in a car with a child. Car seat technology and research has evolved, which has also evolved laws and best practices - updates that not all parents may be up to speed on.

Just last year, the car seat clinic distributed 179 car seats to families in the Children's Wisconsin network. In addition to educating families and distributing seats, the program also maintains and distributes a variety of pre-recorded instructional videos and resources for families looking to learn more about car seat safety.

Often, the car seat program serves as a helpful connecting point for parents who may need more than just a car seat. Ashley said it's not uncommon that in speaking with a family, she'll learn of additional needs they have and be able to refer them to the community connector program or other resources throughout Children's Wisconsin and their local community.

Lisa is so grateful for the training and car seat she received at the program . "I kid you not - I'm so glad I went," she said. "I feel like I'm a teacher now of car seats." Lisa has also passed all of her learning on to her niece, and she even brought some resources to the daycare she works at to distribute to parents there.

Accessing the car seat program

If you're interested in signing up for a car seat appointment, Children's Wisconsin patients and families can sign up online (available in person and virtually) or call (414) 607-5280. Appointments are typically available on Wednesdays from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Car safety resources are also available online to anyone, including car seat resource sheets and instructional videos.

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Safe travels: Car seat program educates parents and provides resources for kids

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Patient Stories Just after Christmas, Lisa Schmidt's niece was in a single-car accident. Thankfully, her 3-year-old was not in the car at the time, but she was shocked to learn that her like-new car seat was no longer usable.

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A baby's movements are an important sign of their well-being in the 3rd trimester. If you are pregnant, take a moment to more about the Free Count the Kicks App.

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The FREE Count the Kicks app helps expectant parents get to know their baby’s normal movement patterns in the third trimester of pregnancy.

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The Parenting Network supports anyone in a parenting to role to provide a safe and nurturing home. Check out their resources and what they have to offer.

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Bullying and Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug( ATOD) education and prevention strategies for parents of kids and teens in a series of video-based segments. Also includes injury prevention and child safety information.

Download the milestones child development app which will help you support your child as he or she grows.

The Wisconsin Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board's new website. Thoughtful and easy to use.

This toolkit will help you navigate your child's journey from pre-kindergarten through high school.

Information for parents of Milwaukee Public School students including school calendars.

A new way to understand a baby's crying.

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Parental Resources | Milwaukee, WI | The Parenting Network

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Check out the resources page from The Parenting Network in Milwaukee, WI for useful tips and information on parenting and counseling! Call (414) 671-0566!

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Baby Supplies, Pregnancy support, and More.

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Pregnancy Center - Compassionate. Free. Confidential.

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Free lab quality pregnancy tests offered in a confidential and comfortable environment.

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Baby supplies, pregnancy support, and more

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Womens Care Center Milwaukee - Pregnancy Resource Center

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As pregnancy tests are not always accurate, another way to confirm a pregnancy is with an ultrasound, which we provide at no cost to you. All of our sonographers are trained medical professionals. Some of our staff are trained nurses or board certified ultrasound technicians.

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Try these activities from ASQ with your child to support their Social-Emotional development. Organized conveniently by age.

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Betty Brinn's Children's Museum - Community Access Days

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Betty Brinn's Children's Museum - Community Access Days

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Betty Brinn's Children's Museum is a really great resource for little kids developing minds! Check out their Community Access Days, Free Admission on the 3rd Thursday of every month!

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All guests (excluding groups*) receive FREE admission to the Betty Brinn Children's Museum on the third Thursday of every month from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Tickets are released 2 weeks ahead of each Community Access Day.

Capacity restrictions apply** and walkup tickets are subject to availability and not guaranteed. Guests will not be admitted past 6:30 p.m.

This program has been made possible by the generous support from:
Northwestern Mutual Foundation

Media sponsor:
FOX6 Milwaukee
The Museum's 2023 Community Access Days will occur on the third Thursday of every month from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.:
November 16 | December 21

Family Literacy Community Access Day in partnership with Mighty Small Moments
November 16, 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Come celebrate National Family Literacy Month! This special Community Access Day will feature literacy-focused community resources and guest authors. Special thanks to our sponsor partners the City of Milwaukee's Office of Early Childhood Initiatives!

*Groups
Schools, daycares and other community organizations with groups larger than 10 guests will not be admitted into Community Access Day. We do not schedule group visits on Community Access Days. To schedule a group visit for a different day, please click here.

**Capacity Restrictions
Tickets are limited and offered on a first come first served basis. Guests may be asked to wait before entering the Museum to accommodate extra capacity restrictions. Guests will not be admitted past 6:30 p.m.

Food and Beverages
Visitors are welcome to bring food and beverages. Food can be enjoyed in the café area, located by the Museum's Information Desk, outdoors, on the Museum's balconies or in Museum Center Park. No food or beverages are allowed in Museum exhibit areas. Kitchen resources are not available for guest use.

Photography
A Museum staff member may be taking photos/recording video during a family visit. Please inform a Guest Experience staff member or the photographer if you would prefer not to have your photo taken or be in video. Photos are primarily used for social media purposes. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact questions@bbcmkids.org and review our Photography-Videography policy.

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Community Access Days - Betty Brinn Children's Museum

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Receive FREE admission (excluding groups*) to the Betty Brinn Children's Museum on the third Thursday of every month from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Get free brain building activities with a free subscription to VROOM.

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About Vroom | Boost your child's learning with fast and fun tips

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Research shows there is no better time to create a strong foundation for lifelong learning than the first five years of life. It's during this period that the brain develops most rapidly. And the things that matter most for healthy brain development, like talking and playing, don't require more time, money, or stuff.

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Servicing children Birth to 3 who are suspected of having developing delays that may indicate need for early intervention services. Learn about the Birth to 3 Program and so much more, including videos, resources, and informationals!

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About the Milwaukee County Birth to 3 Program

The Birth to 3 Program is for children ages birth to 3 years old who are suspected of having developmental delays that may indicate the need for early intervention services. Children ages birth to 3 who are eligible for services have a:

25% delay in one or more areas of development (behavioral, social and emotional, cognitive, speech/language or motor)

Atypical development that is adversely affecting the child's overall development

Diagnosed condition, with a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay

Diagnosed hearing or vision impairment

If you are concerned about your child's development, know the Milwaukee County DHHS Birth to 3 Program is there to help. PLEASE CALL. The earlier a child receives an evaluation and services, the more we can do to support you.

Referrals Are Easy!

Referrals can be made from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, by calling (414) 289-6799 (English and Spanish). Once referred, your child will be assigned a service coordinator and expert evaluation team. The screening can take place anywhere you and your child feel comfortable.

Birth to 3 Program Materials

The following information will help provide answers to families and communities about the Birth to 3 Program in Milwaukee County.

Birth to 3 Program Brochure-Milwaukee County | EN | ES | HM

Families are the Foundations of Wisconsin's Birth-to-3 Program | EN | ES

What Families Can Expect | EN | ES

Frequently Asked Questions | EN | ES

Looking for programming documents? You can find state and national programmatic documents here.

Child Development Basics

What it is, why it is important and other resources.

What to do When You Notice Your Child's Milestones Aren't Being Met? | EN | ES

How to Keep Your Toddlers Social Skills on Track | EN | ES

Social Emotional Development

A child's social-emotional development from birth to age three is incredibly important as it directly impacts their long-term brain structure and resulting behavioral patterns through adulthood. Milwaukee County Birth to 3 has developed multiple educational resources for families and staff to help support the social emotional development in children Birth to 3.

What is Social-Emotional Development in Children? | EN | ES

5 Key Social-Emotional Development Milestones in Children | EN | ES

Helping Toddlers Cope with Big Emotions | EN | ES

How to Help Your Child in Social Situations | EN | ES

Nurturing Your Child's Empathy | EN | ES

Tips for Fostering Early Friendships | EN | ES

Tips for Working Through Tantrums with Your Child | EN | ES

Five Ways to Reduce Early Childhood Mental Health Stigmas | EN | ES

Transition in the Birth to 3 Program

Children in the Birth to 3 Program may experience transition at any time in the Birth to 3 Process. The transition can be as small as a change from one daycare to another to graduating from the Birth to 3 Program. Milwaukee County Birth to 3 has developed educational materials, checklists, and resources to support families and staff during any transition.

Transition Checklist for Families | EN | ES

General Program and Resources for Children Turning 3 | EN | ES

Resources Specifically for Social Emotional Mental Health Concerns for Children and Their Families | EN | ES

LEA Transition Resources | EN | ES

Family Resource - Leaving the Birth to 3 Program | EN | ES

Transition out of Birth to 3 - FAQ | EN | ES

Transition Process in the Birth to 3 Program - Guide for Staff | EN | ES

Early Intervention and Telehealth Services

During the COVID-19 public health emergency, Wisconsin has supported counties to provide remote service delivery as an alternate and effective way to serve young children with developmental delays and disabilities at home with their families. Milwaukee County Birth to 3 has developed guidance for families to understand this new method of service delivery.

What to Expect During a Telehealth Visit | EN | ES

Telehealth Visit Toolkit Outline | EN | ES

Telehealth Visit Preparation Tips | EN | ES

Telehealth FAQ Handout | EN | ES

Equity

Children look to their families with love and trust to guide their understanding about their place in this great big world. Milwaukee County Birth to 3 has created resources to help guide conversations with children about racism and other topics.

5 Books to Help You Talk with Your Toddler About Race and Difference | EN | ES

Talking to Your Toddler About Race: When and How to Begin | EN | ES

Common Questions Your Toddler May Ask About Race and Difference | EN | ES

Participant Testimonials

Meet the Birth to Three Team

Samantha Cortez Birth to 3 Program Coordinator

As Birth to 3 Program Coordinator, Samantha oversees incoming referrals and makes sure families are receiving quality service. She interacts with families if they want to share about their experiences in the Birth to 3 program. Her curiosity about how early life experiences and early intervention impact child development led her to the Birth to 3 program. Samantha holds a bachelor's degree of psychology from Alverno College, and is a graduate of the UW Infant, Early Childhood and Family Mental Health Capstone Certificate Program through the University of Wisconsin - Madison. In her free time, Samantha enjoys spending time with her family, baking, and decorating cakes.

Roshay Edwards Quality Assurance Specialist

As Quality Assurance Specialist, Roshay makes sure that all policies, procedures and practices are in alignment with Disability Services Division objectives. She interacts with families if they have concerns about the services they are receiving. The Birth to 3 program helped Roshay's Godchild, who was a preemie, learn, grow and thrive, and because of the impact provided by the program, Roshay wanted to be a part of it. Roshay holds a bachelor's degree in Human Service Management from Cardinal Stritch University, and is currently pursuing a Masters in Social Work from Aurora University and an MBA from UW-Parkside. Roshay has volunteered with children and families for over 15 years in various capacities within the city of Milwaukee. In her free time, Roshay enjoys spending time with family and close friends, working out, attending church, and reading.

Crystal Vang Human Services Worker Birth to 3 Liaison As a Human Services Worker - Birth to 3 Liaison

Crystal bridges communications with agency staff, other community partners and Milwaukee County programs. She reviews documentation, informs families of their rights and program options, and speaks with families as they are entering the program. She is passionate about how children learn, and enjoys observing how families introduce their children to the complex world. Crystal is a graduate of Butte College in Chico CA where she studied Early Child Development and Social Behavioral Science. She holds a bachelor's from Pacific Oaks College in Pasadena, CA in Human Development. In her free time, Crystal enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, traveling, working out, attending church, and reading.

Emely Siguenza Human Services Worker - Birth to 3 Liaison

As a Human Services Worker - Birth to 3 Liaison, Emely bridges communications with agency staff, other community partners and Milwaukee County programs. She reviews documentation, informs families of their rights and program options, and speaks with families as they are entering the program. Seeing the need for advocacy, support of families and a positive portrayal of programs and services led Emely to the Birth to 3 program. Emely holds a bachelor's degree in interpretation and translation of Spanish from Andrews University. She worked as a Parent Educator at the Early Head Start Program, which opened her eyes to the needs of Milwaukee families and the role that early intervention plays in helping children and families thrive. In her free time, Emely enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, photography, and spending time with her family.

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Wow! Organized by age, these free milestone checklists help you to understand your child's developmental milestones from 2 months to 5 years!

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving "bye bye" are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, act, and move.

Click on the age of your child to see the milestones:

"Learn the Signs. Act Early." materials are not a substitute for standardized, validated developmental screening tools.

Special acknowledgments to the subject matter experts and others who contributed to the review of data and selection of developmental milestones, especially Paul H. Lipkin, MD, Michelle M. Macias, MD, Julie F. Pajek, PhD, Judith S. Shaw, EdD, MPH, RN, Karnesha Slaughter, MPH, Jane K. Squires, PhD, Toni M. Whitaker, MD, Lisa D. Wiggins, PhD, and Jennifer M. Zubler, MD.
Sincere gratitude to Natalia Benza, MD and José O. Rodríguez, MD, MBA for their thoughtful review of the Spanish-language translation of these milestones.

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Developmental milestones are things most children can do by a certain age. Track your child's milestones and talk with your child's doctor at every visit about the milestones your child has reached

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The CDC's Milestone Tracker App is great way to track your child's developmental milestones from the convenience of your phone!

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Download CDC's free Milestone Tracker app to complete a milestone checklist for your child. Available for iOS and Android in English and Spanish.

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Learn More about the CDC's "Learn the Signs. Act Early" Program in SPANISH

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Learn More about the CDC's "Learn the Signs. Act Early" Program in SPANISH

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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¡Los indicadores son clave para las familias!

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Concerned about your Child's Development (IN ASL)

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Concerned about your Child's Development (IN ASL)

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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“Concerned About Your Child’s Development?” in ASL

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Learn a little more about the CDC's awesome Milestone Tracker App!

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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Download CDC’s Free Milestone Tracker App

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Dive Deeper into your Child's Development

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Dive Deeper into your Child's Development

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Take a deeper dive into your child's development through the research behind many important subjects such as mental health, toxic stress, and brain architecture. Harvard's Center on the Developing Child has it all.

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Resources Archive - Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University

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The Center strives to present information, especially scientific information, in a way that is accessible to a wide range of readers. Use the menus below to filter by media type or topic.

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City of Milwaukee Health Department's Strong Baby Program

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City of Milwaukee Health Department's Strong Baby Program

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Check out the PDF above describing the program! Our program gets the word out on the importance of children's developmental screening, and provides the community and those who serve the community with information, education, and resources to support children's developmental screening and health.

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The Ages and Stages Questionnaire or "ASQ" is one of the more common Developmental Screenings you'll see at your child's doctor's office, day care, or head start. Learn more about it and become more familiar with this important tool!

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"I like the ASQ:SE, which is an easy non-threatening tool to use to assess important social-emotional developmental milestones of the baby.... This tool lends itself well to developing educational activities to foster a healthy parenting relationship."

Cynthia Suire, MSN, RN, Nurse-Family Partnership Program Louisiana Office of Public Health

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ASQ: accurate, reliable developmental and social-emotional screening for children birth-6. Used by early childhood educators, pediatricians, parents, and more.

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Learn more about Milwaukee Birth to 3 Program

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Learn more about Milwaukee Birth to 3 Program

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Watch a video about the Birth to 3 Program!

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Early Head Start/ Head Start and more!!

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Now Enrolling for 2024-2025!

UCC is now enrolling children ages six weeks to four years old at our Early Learning Academy!
Learn more by downloading the academy's flyer, either in English or Spanish.

For more information or for questions regarding enrollment, please fill out the Enrollment Inquiry Form below and a member of our staff will contact you.
Application for Enrollment View Our UCC Parent Handbook What We Offer

Care for children 6 weeks to 3 years

Strong early childhood education curriculum

Children with special needs welcome

Licensed and certified staff

Breakfast and lunch provided

Child care from 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Wisconsin Shares, Head Start and Private Pay accepted

Bilingual staff

Parent resources

Expansive outdoor play area

Learn More about our K3 Programming! Take a Virtual Tour of the Ricard Diaz Early Learning Academy!

UCC Early Childhood Education Centers

2130 W. Becher Street Ricardo Diaz Early Learning Academy - Diaz Campus

Milwaukee, WI 53215
(414) 645-7001
Site Director: Victoria White

Early Learning Academy - Guadalupe South Campus
239 W. Washington Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 999-4459
Site Director: Emily Gorges

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UCC Early Learning Academy's goal is to ensure that each student is empowered to achieve their dreams and contribute to their community, country and world.

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Learn more about the ASQ3 Developmental Screening Questionnaire - Now, if you see this at the pediatrician's office or the day care you'll know what it is, and why they are having you fill it out!

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MKE 4 Kids - City of Milwaukee Office of Early Childhood Initiative Project

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MKE 4 Kids - City of Milwaukee Office of Early Childhood Initiative Project

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Check out all of the awesome resources that the City of Milwaukee's Office of Early Childhood Initiative has!!

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M﻿KE4Kids invites you to create Mighty Small Moments at our Free Trick or Read event for children ages 0-8. Costumes Required. Enjoy books, treats, music, and more! W﻿e've partnered with Joyce's House Education Center for a spooktacular event for families! Families can expect the following:

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M﻿KE4Kids invites you to create Mighty Small Moments at our Free Trick or Read event for children ages 0-8. Costumes Required. Enjoy books, treats, music, and more! W﻿e've partnered with Joyce's House Education Center for a spooktacular event for families! Families can expect the following:

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Learn more about the ASQ3 Developmental Screening Questionnaire - Now, if you see this at the pediatrician's office or the day care you'll know what it is, and why they are having you fill it out! (En Espanol)

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Learn more about the ASQSE-2 Developmental Screening Questionnaire - Now, if you see this at the pediatrician's office or the day care you'll know what it is, and why they are having you fill it out!

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Learn more about the Milwaukee Birth to 3 Program (Spanish)

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Learn more about the Milwaukee Birth to 3 Program (Spanish)

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Watch a video in Spanish about the Birth to 3 Program!

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ASQ Developmental Screening In Action (Spanish Subtitles)

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ASQ Developmental Screening In Action (Spanish Subtitles)

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Hear more about the ASQ, why developmental screening is important, and see it in action - with Spanish Subtitles.

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Developmental Screening, Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ)

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Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Child Find

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Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Child Find

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Along with Birth to 3, MPS Child Find is an integral resource for those in Milwaukee with concerns about their child's development or disabilities, in particular, those kids who are 3 and older.

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Pursuant to federal and state law, MPS identifies, locates, and evaluates all children with disabilities, regardless of the severity of their disability, who are in need of special education and related services, including children attending private schools, children who are not yet three years of age, highly mobile children such as migrant and homeless children, and children who are suspected of being a student with a disability even though they are advancing from grade to grade.

District employees have an obligation to use referral procedures when a student is suspected of having a disability. MPS also recognizes that federal and state laws obligate community-based health care providers and others involved in the care and treatment of children to refer children suspected of having a disability. While such individuals do not have to obtain the authorization from the parent to make such a referral, notification of intent to refer must be given to the parent by the person making the referral.

MPS also identifies, locates, and evaluates all private-school children with disabilities who attend school within the corporate boundaries of the city of Milwaukee. The activities undertaken to carry out this responsibility for private-school children with disabilities are comparable to activities undertaken for children with disabilities in MPS. MPS consults with appropriate representatives of private-school children with disabilities on how to locate, identify, and evaluate private-school children with disabilities.

MPS is also responsible for providing outreach activities and screening to identify children suspected of having a disability and in need of special education services. School-based staff members and the MPS Child Find office must assist parents and community personnel in referring children.

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Pursuant to federal and state law, MPS identifies, locates, and evaluates all children with disabilities, regardless of the severity of their disability, who are in need of special education and related services, including children attending private schools, children who are not yet three years of age, highly mobile children such as migrant and homeless children, and children who are suspected of being a student with a disability even though they are advancing from grade to grade.

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Complete an ASQ Online through Milwaukee Birth to 3!

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Complete an ASQ Online through Milwaukee Birth to 3!

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Milwaukee County Birth to 3 offers a free, comprehensive and confidential online screening tool to help you see if your child's developmental progress is on time and alert you to any potential concerns. After you complete the questionnaire, a Birth to 3 representative will share the results to you.

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Milwaukee County Birth to 3 Program
414-289-5992
samantha.cortez@milwaukeecountywi.gov
1220 W Vliet St Ste 300
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53205
https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/DSD/Children-Services/Birth-to-3

You have been invited to complete an ASQ Online screening. Please click on one of the links below to complete your screening.

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Milwaukee County Birth to 3 Program414-289-5992samantha.cortez@milwaukeecountywi.gov1220 W Vliet St Ste 300Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53205https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/DSD/Children-Services/Birth-to-3 You have been invited to complete an ASQ Online screening. Please click on one of the links below to complete your screening.

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Complete an ASQ Online through Milwaukee Birth to 3! (Spanish)

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Complete an ASQ Online through Milwaukee Birth to 3! (Spanish)

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Birth to 3 offers a free, comprehensive and confidential online screening tool to help you see if your child's developmental progress is on time and alert you to any potential concerns. After you complete the questionnaire, a Birth to 3 representative will share the results to you.

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Milwaukee County Birth to 3 Program
414-289-5992
samantha.cortez@milwaukeecountywi.gov
1220 W Vliet St Ste 300
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53205
https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/DSD/Children-Services/Birth-to-3

Lo/la invitamos a hacer una evaluación de desarrollo ASQ en la red. Favor de presionar uno de los siguientes enlaces para hacer la evaluación.

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Milwaukee County Birth to 3 Program414-289-5992samantha.cortez@milwaukeecountywi.gov1220 W Vliet St Ste 300Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53205https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/DSD/Children-Services/Birth-to-3 Lo/la invitamos a hacer una evaluación de desarrollo ASQ en la red. Favor de presionar uno de los siguientes enlaces para hacer la evaluación.

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If you have young kids in Milwaukee, you should check out the wonderful Milwaukee Public Library! Books and reading are important for our children's development, and the library has great children's programming like Story and Play Time sure to be a big hit with kids and families!

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Baby supplies, pregnancy support and More...

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Programs and resources so more children with special health care needs can get the service and care they need!

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Medical Home - Children’s Health Alliance of Wisconsin

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The Wisconsin Medical Home Initiative empowers youth and families to become partners and leaders within their health care teams.

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Brigance Screens III Early Childhood Screening Assessments

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Brigance Screens III Early Childhood Screening Assessments

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MPS Head Start uses the Brigance Screens III Early Childhood Screener for Children's Developmental Screening. Learn more about this here!

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Milwaukee Brigance Website: The website has training videos, documents, and all the resources you need to be successful in your implementation of BRIGANCE.

There is a section on the page that has training materials specific to Milwaukee Public Schools. You must enter a password for this area of the site. The password is Milwaukee2022. Please note that information within this section should not be shared outside of MPS staff members.
Brigance Early Childhood Screens III Implementation Guide MPS Brigance Teacher Resource Site Link to Online Mangement System (OMS) OMS Teacher Guide Chronological Age Calculator Parent Report - Self-Help and Social-Emotional Scales fillable PDF
Welcome to MPS BRIGANCE 2022-2023!

Milwaukee Public Schools is offering 2 unique sessions for the BRIGANCE EarlyChildhood Screener this year. A "Refresher" session is optional for educators who screened last school year. The "New User" sessions are required for educators new to early childhood.

All courses are 90 mins. Simply register for a date/time by clicking on the associated link. Any session taken outside of the school year/day are not compensated by the district.
Schedule of Brigance Professional Development Sessions.
New this year: We will have office hours for drop in questions during screening.

Please email Suzanne Riesen if you have any questions: sriesen@cainc.com.

Initial student rosters are uploaded to the OMS and accounts were created for teachers, SACs, and SSTs. Teachers should have access to their classroom of students, and others will have school level access.

Here is the link to the OMS.

Everyone's initial username is their full MPS email address and the temporary password is Welcome1. If the temporary password no longer works, then use the Forgot Password link to reset the password.

Upon logging in the first time, you will be forced to change your password for security purposes.

Contracted sites not using MPS email should reach out to Bob Latterman with a list of teachers and emails so accounts can be created.

As you work in the OMS, p lease do not manually add students. Data will be uploaded directly from IC to avoid duplicates. Student rosters will be updated on a routine basis early in the year, but the system is not synced with IC which means the updates do not happen immediately. If you get new students in your classroom, please wait 1-2 weeks before expecting to see them in the OMS.

Brigance Screens III is administered to students based on their age, each with their own corresponding data sheets. Schools should keep inventory of their data sheets and allocate them to their teachers based on the age of their students. While most students at the beginning of the year will be screened using their same grade level sheet (e.g. K3 students screened using a 3-year-old data sheet), there will be some students who are older. Therefore, many teachers will need data sheets for multiple ages.

When your school needs more data sheets, please request them using this online form.

There are some students in K5 that may have already turned 6 years old by the time they are screened. The use of the Screens III is not necessarily appropriate due to the materials being designed and normed for children up through age 5 years and 11 months. The OMS will not accept data entry for students older than 5 years and 11 months.

For students who are 6 years old, the best approach is to do an informal screening by still administering the screens as if the student were 5 years 11 months. While the data won't be able to be recorded into the OMS, teachers can still observe how the student performed and identify areas of concern for appropriate follow-up.

Schools with bilingual classrooms have been sent copies of the Spanish directions. If there are other schools or teachers who need a copy of the Spanish directions, please email Bob Latterman and a copy will be sent. Remember, it is best to present the directions of the Screens III to students in their primary language. The feasibility of getting translated directions in other languages is being explored.

Teachers can analyze results using reports in OMS, including the Group Screening Summary and Individual Summary Report, paying attention to those students who are below the cutoffs for potential delays.

It is expected that results will be communicated to parents/guardians using the Parent Report and/or shared conferences in the fall.

Brigance Screens Score Charts: Chart of cut scores for Below Delays, Within Normal Limits, and Above Gifted.

Additional resources to help teachers develop action steps to support students' needs include the IED III and the Brigance Readiness Activities.

The Inventory of Early Development III (IED III) provides a comprehensive set of developmental assessments that are designed to support instructional planning and can be used in conjunction with results of the Screens III. Each assessment includes instructional objectives that can be customized for individual children.
Screens III correlation to the Inventory of Early Development III for three-year-olds Screens III correlation to the Inventory of Early Development III for four-year-olds Screens III correlation to the Inventory of Early Development III for five-year-olds
Brigance Readiness Activities can be used to provide targeted, individualized instruction that is correlated to the assessments in the IED III.

After providing support to students, collaborate with staff regarding the need to potentially rescreen any students later in the year or more intensive support.

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Brigance Screens III Early Childhood Screener

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Milwaukee Brigance Website: The website has training videos, documents, and all the resources you need to be successful in your implementation of BRIGANCE. There is a section on the page that has training materials specific to Milwaukee Public Schools. You must enter a password for this area of the site.

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Support and advocacy within the Hmong and Southeast Asian Community!

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Hmong American Women's Association - HAWA's mission is to advocate for social justice within the Hmong and Southeast Asian community through collective and inclusive action.

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A letter to my community, As I sit in this moment, in the month that honors the sacrifices of Black and Brown Queer and Trans people to be fully seen in their dignity and in their most authentic and loving self, I am overwhelmed that in 2021, we still have such a long way to go in this fight for the liberation of Women, Girls, Queer, Trans and Gender Non-Conforming folks.

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Focus on Fathers - A Dad-Driven Support Group

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Focus on Fathers - A Dad-Driven Support Group