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NAD Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Standards

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Exploring Feelings: Nurturing Self-Awareness and Emotional Identification in Young Learners

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Exploring Feelings: Nurturing Self-Awareness and Emotional Identification in Young Learners

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Experience the Difference: Adventist Education (Preschool)

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NAD Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Standards

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5 Mistakes Teachers Make the 1st Week of School - PreKinders

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There are 5 mistakes Pre-K teachers typically make in the first week of school. After years of trial and error, I now avoid doing these five things. We preschool teachers typically do these things because it's tradition, or it's cute, or because Kindergarten and First Grade teachers do it (and we want to do it, too).

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Brain Breaks Old School & Kindergarten Style!

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Giving students a fun brain break in the classroom improves their learning. Check out these quick brain breaks for Kindergarten! We've got 10 songs that will get the kids up and moving! Use these free videos for indoor recess or anytime your student needs to move.

Do you use brain breaks? Teachers have been using movement songs as brain breaks since.... well... forever! Studies indicate that younger kids need to move, and they need to move often. This means that movement should be woven into our daily routine. However, at this point, we have an increased emphasis on academics. As a result, many teachers have focused on instruction and neglected movement.

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Brain breaks are brief rests from instruction. They often provide an opportunity for kids to move. Brain breaks are so important for our students.

The movement gets the blood flowing

Following the directions gets the brain strategizing

Singing and dancing adds an element of fun most kids will love!

Students are also using several senses which is great for those struggling learners!

In a nutshell, brain breaks help students get ready to learn or refocus on the task at hand.

SCIENCE CONFIRMS WHAT TEACHERS ALREADY KNOW

Most Kindergarten teachers recognize that their students are full of pent-up energy. They are young children after all. Therefore, giving them a chance to get the wiggles out is beneficial. We don't really need scientific studies to back us up. We've seen it for ourselves. Still, it is good to point to the science, so here goes.

A FEW TIPS FOR USING BRAIN BREAKS
Keep it fun!
The best brain breaks are fun. You want to get your students smiling and laughing. Did you know that playing opens the parts of the brain that help you learn? Doing something fun will lead to learning. These songs are fun!
Use them to start the day
Starting the day with a brain break is a nice way to start the day. It also becomes a signal to your students that learning is starting, and it is time to settle down for a while!
Use them throughout the day
You want to use a brain break before fatigue, distraction, or lack of focus sets in. Generally, that's typically after 10 to 15 minutes of work. However, you will learn to see the signs that a break is needed. Are your kinder's

Energy levels low? A movement song will pump up the energy.

Getting restless? An active break will use up that extra energy.

Seem bored and distracted? A break will help them to refocus.

KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS HAVE BEEN USING BRAIN BREAKS FOREVER

Ideas for brain breaks are popping up all over social media these days. It got me thinking, "Wait a minute! We, kindergarten teachers, have been doing this stuff forever!"

So I posed the question on the Simply Kinder Facebook page.

"What old school songs did you use that adds movement to your instruction?"

There was a massive response. The list grew, grew, and grew! Fingerplays and songs and nursery rhymes galore!

It was exciting to remember these from my earlier teaching days and childhood. I had completely forgotten many of them!

WHY DID I STOP USING MUSIC?

After some reflection, I realized I used to use a lot more music in my kindergarten classroom. Eight years ago, every transition had a song, every calendar element had its own song (and in Spanish). I also worked in songs throughout the day to help the students focus. I eliminated many of these songs as we shifted towards a more academic environment. Because they weren't seen as being "academic enough." I felt guilted into eliminating them, to be honest.

How about you? I think it is time to bring them back. We know they work!

ALWAYS HAVE A SONG READY TO GO!

A well-timed brain break can be a lifesaver and having the resources ready to go makes it much easier. Create a playlist that you can quickly access or be ready to lead the song yourself. Then you can create a brain break the moment you see the kids' energy flagging.

To help you I've gathered some great little songs from the 'old school' kindergarten days that will get kids up, moving, and exercising their brains to be ready to learn

All these songs have either dances or motions to them. I chose edited videos that looked professional. These are songs that add movement. You can easily use these in the classroom, and they are all freely available on YouTube!

10 Fun Movement Songs
I'm Going on a Bear Hunt (nonfiction style) Tap Your Sticks If You Are Happy And You Know It Put Your Hands Up In the Air
What "old school" songs do you remember from your earlier years teaching? Do you remember any from your childhood? Can't remember the name? Sing it in the comments and we promise to sing them aloud when we read them!
BONUS: Greg & Steve Concert Clip with lots of them! (This is just great!)
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Brain Breaks Old School & Kindergarten Style!

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Threading beads onto a piece of uncooked pasta is a fun way for toddlers and preschoolers to strengthen their fine-motor skills. All you need is some uncooked spaghetti, pony beads and some playdough to use as a base to hold the spaghetti ...

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A collaboration of experts in the field of young children, early childhood development, early childhood education, the arts, mental health and brain development focused on making a successful transition to kindergarten and formal education.

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PreKinders: Ideas & Resources for Pre-K & Preschool Teachers

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PreKinders: Ideas & Resources for Pre-K & Preschool Teachers

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PreKinders is a resource site for teachers of Pre-K and Preschool with teacher-created activities, lesson ideas, printables, and themes for your classroom.

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Conference-Quality Professional Development by Early Childhood Experts

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. Now, you can participate in conference-quality training without leaving your home, classroom, or office.
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Live and recorded training opportunities for early childhood educators. Certificates of attendance will be available at the end of the live session and the recording.

How to Build the Family Engagement You Want This Year Without Burning Out

Family engagement is a core tenet of any early care and education program, but it can be hindered by barriers such as time, resources, and ineffective communication. With a natural surge of family interest at the beginning of the school year, how can you maintain high and sustainable engagement once the back-to-school excitement subsides?

Join us for a live webinar to learn more about what you can do to invest in family engagement early on and create intentional programming that results in higher family satisfaction, increased staff engagement, and better outcomes for the children enrolled in your program throughout the year.

Wednesday, September 13th | 9AM Pacific Time
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Free early childhood webinars with certificate - brightwheel

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Live and recorded training opportunities for early childhood educators. Learn, get inspired, and build your skills with our ECE webinars. A certificate of attendance will be issued at completion.

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The Best Early Childhood Conferences of 2024-2025

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ECTA Center: Upcoming National Early Childhood Conferences

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Mission

The mission of the Child Care and Development Division (CCDD) is to build, strengthen, and maintain an equitable, comprehensive, quality, and affordable child care and development system for the children and families in our state; to integrate child care with other CDSS programs and services that serve the whole child and whole family; to address social determinants of health and adverse childhood experiences which significantly impact long-term outcomes for children; and to provide vital supports to the child care and development workforce and programs for children to have access to equitable and stable child care and development opportunities.

The CCDD provides planning, policy direction, and oversight of the majority of state-supported child care and development programs and services in California. These include programs that provide a variety of state-subsidized child care services, quality improvement plan activities, local child care and developmental informed programs and policies, while providing robust technical assistance and support to counties, contractors, and stakeholders.

Gain a global view of the State's child care system

For an overview of the programs administered by the Child Care and Development Division (CCDD), please visit our Child Care and Development Programs webpage.

Helpful Links

Webinar Follow-Up Resources

Please find recorded sessions and PowerPoint slides below.

Contractor Connections Webinar

Child Care and Development Stakeholder Calls

April 4, 2022: Child Care and Development Quarterly Stakeholder Call PowerPoint

January 13, 2022: Child Care and Development Division 2022-23 Budget Briefing Call Recording

January 13, 2022: Child Care and Development Division 2022-23 Budget Briefing PowerPoint

January 6, 2022: Child Care and Development Quarterly Stakeholder Call Recording

January 6, 2022: Child Care and Development Quarterly Stakeholder Call PowerPoint

Contractor Connections Webinar

Child Care and Development Stakeholder Calls

October 4, 2021 Child Care and Development Quarterly Stakeholder Call Recording (English and ASL)

July 30, 2021 Child Care and Development 21-22 Budget Briefing PowerPoint

儿童看护和发展，加州社会服务局预算简报21和22（中文版）Child Care & Development 21-22 Budget Briefing (Mandarin)

July 13, 2021 Quarterly Child Care and Development Transition Stakeholder Call PowerPoint

July 13, 2021 Child Care and Development Quarterly Stakeholder Call Recording

May 20, 2021 Governor's 2021 May Revision CCD Stakeholder Briefing

April 14, 2021 Fourth Quarterly Child Care and Development Transition Stakeholder Call

March 4, 2021 Child Care and Development Transition Plan Draft Walkthrough Video

February 4, 2021 Child Care and Development Transition Plan Guide Walkthrough PowerPoint

January 28, 2021 Third Quarterly Child Care and Development Transition Stakeholder Call

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The mission of the Child Care and Development Division (CCDD) is to build, strengthen, and maintain an equitable, comprehensive, quality, and affordable child care and development system for the children and families in our state; to integrate child care with other CDSS programs and services that serve the whole child and whole family; to address social determinants of health and adverse childhood experiences which significantly impact long-term outcomes for children; and to provide vital supports to the child care and development workforce and programs for children to have access to equitable and stable child care and development opportunities.

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Fostering Inclusion: Building Foundations for Early Childhood Education

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NEW! NAEYC Learning Lab: Annual Conference Edition

If you attended the 2022 Annual Conference, here's an opportunity to see sessions you may have missed! And if you didn't attend the conference, here's a taste of what you missed, and a preview of what to expect at future meetings! For a limited time, NAEYC is providing virtual access to NINE sessions originally presented at our 2022 Annual Conference. These sessions have been specially curated to provide an engaging and exciting virtual learning experience. Learn from individual sessions or get access to all nine at a discounted price!

Module Pricing

$30 each or $245 for 9 sessions (member)

$35 each or $285 for 9 sessions (nonmember)

Certificates of completion will be offered for each session. Click here to browse our list of sessions and purchase access to this exclusive series!

2023 Annual Conference Call for Session Proposals

The Call for Proposals for the 2023 Annual Conference is now closed. Stay tuned for Registration and Housing updates.

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Union: Pacific Union Conference (PUC)

Conference: Southeastern California Conference (SECC)

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What does the Bible say about the Sabbath?

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The Sabbath and Spiritual Renewal in the Modern World

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ECE SDA Faith-Based Commitment Agreement (2)

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3 & 4-year-olds

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North American Division ECE

From the very beginning, Adventists have focused on the importance of education and healthcare in improving people's lives. Additionally, Seventh-day Adventists have recognized the importance of the care, nurturance and education of God's precious little ones. Ellen G. White stated, "It is during the first years of a child's life that his [her] mind is most susceptible to impressions either good or evil. During these years decided progress is made in either a right direction or a wrong one", Child Guidance, p. 193. It is our desire to support you as you mold the lives, the minds, and the souls of God's most precious gift-young children.

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CREATION Kids Early Childhood Education Curriculum

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Adventist Learning Community - CREATION Kids Preschool Curriculum Teacher Training

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Assessment Resources
Developmental Milestones
Developmental Rating Scale, 0-9 Months
Developmental Rating Scale, 9-24 Months
Developmental Rating Scale, 24-36 Months
Developmental Rating Scale, 36-48 Months
Developmental Rating Scale, 48-60 Months
Open-ended Questions 1
Open-ended Questions 2
Open-ended Questions 3
Preschool Progress Report (fillable Word)
Basic Skills Checklist (Pre-Kindergarten)
Getting Acquainted with Your Infant (Word)
Infant/Toddler Daily Sheet (Word)
Two's Daily Sheet (Word)
Preschool Daily Sheet (Word)
Assessing Children's Learning through Documentation
Parent/Teacher Conference Resources
Ways to Talk...
Parent Conference Summary...
Suggestions...
Curriculum Resources
Curriculum/Resources for Infant/Toddler Teachers
Curriculum/Resources for Preschool/Pre-K Teachers
Intervention Resources
Multiple Intelligences: Recommended Materials and Activities
Curriculum Evaluation Checklist (To ensure alignment with Adventist tenets.)
Weekly Planner
Child Portfolio

NAD-produced Curriculum
1. Be Like Jesus Companion
2. CREATION Kids

Alternative Supplemental Curriculum (check with your local conference)

The following curricula have been vetted and determined as appropriate for use as a supplement to the NAD-developed curriculum, CREATION Kids:

1. Creative Curriculum
2. Learn Everyday
3. High Reach
4. High Scope
5. Core Knowledge
6. OWL

For more detailed information regarding each curriculum, visit the NAD Early Childhood Education website.

Alternative supplemental curriculums that have not been approved are to be evaluated and approved annually by the local conference office of Education. Requests for approval of alternative supplemental curriculum must be submitted by the ECE program. See the Alternative Supplemental Request form and the ECE Policy Manual for complete explanation.

NAD Developmental Standards
NAD ECE Developmental Standards

Developmentally Appropriate Practice
Benefits of a Developmentally Appropriate Program
Developmental Appropriate Practices in Adventist Early Childhood Programs

State Early Learning Standards
Arizona - https://azearlychildhood.org/resources/standards-and-guidelines/
California - http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/re/psfoundations.asp
Hawaii - http://earlylearning.hawaii.gov/standards/hawaii-early-learning-and-development-standards-helds/
Nevada - http://www.nevadaregistry.org/department-of-education-office-of-early-learning-and-development/pre-k-standards.html
Utah - https://schools.utah.gov/curr/preschool?mid=1181&tid=1

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Finding Children For Your Facility

Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) are located throughout the State and provide free help to parents and providers. To find out more, visit their website by clicking on the following link: Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs). Contact your local R&R to inquire further about training and services that may be available.

Training and Educational Resources

The Child Care Videos for Providers and Parents found on The California Child Care Licensing: Resources for Parents and Providers website addresses three user groups: 1) child care center operators, 2) family child care providers, and 3) parents and families. Within each category, you will find topics tailored to the needs of that specific group. Each topic on the website contains videos and resources designed to benefit prospective and current child care providers, families who are seeking child care for the first time, and families with children in care.

Mandated Reporter Training provides an overview of the significant definitions, requirements and protections of the California Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Act. You will learn:

How the law defines child abuse and neglect

What the law requires of you as a mandated reporter

What protections the law provides for a mandated reporter

How to spot evidence of child abuse

How to report child abuse

What happens after a report is filed

Definitions of some of the terms used in this program

You will receive a Certificate for your records upon completion of the training. Beginning January 1, 2018, Health and Safety Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. The following is a list of approved Alternate Mandated Reporter Trainings. All trainings on this list are approved statewide.

California Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) approves training programs for child care providers for Pediatric First Aid/CPR and Preventive Health Courses.

Family Child Care at its Best

The Family Child Care at Its Best program, funded by the California Department of Social Services, delivers research-based professional development to licensed family child care and providers serving children in mixed age groups. Offered statewide, this series of workshops helps providers improve their knowledge, skills and quality of care. Workshops may be requested by local Resource and Referral agencies, county offices of education, Quality Counts California (QCC), or other groups that provide training and support to Family Child Care or family friend and neighbor providers. Please visit Family Child Care at Its Best for more details.

PediaLink Child Care Courses created by the American Academy of Pediatrics online learning center courses including:

Zero to Three works to ensure that babies and toddlers benefit from the early connections that are critical to their well-being and development by providing training for child care providers and caregivers.

Child Care Aware Training Academy has online training programs which are used by providers and R&R staff across the United States, offering: Center-Based Training, Family Child Care Training, General Training and Webinars & Blended Learning.

Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs)

Child Care Provider Associations

There is a broad network of child care provider associations that advocate for children and families and provide valuable resources and information to licensees of Family Child Care Homes and Child Care Centers.

Californians for Quality Early Learning (CQEL) aims to advance early learning quality by supporting programs in integrating best practices and advocating for thriving mixed delivery systems for children and families.

The California Association for the Education of Young Children (CAEYC) serves and acts on behalf of the needs and rights of young children with primary focus on the provision of educational services and resources to adults who work with and for children from birth through age eight.

The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is dedicated to improving the well-being of all young children, with particular focus on the quality of educational and developmental services for all children from birth through age 8.

The California Alternative Payment Program Association (CAPPA) was created to serve as a voice for a mixed delivery system of public and private community based agencies dedicated to connecting poor families and their children to child care and early learning. CAPPA provides ongoing support services to child care programs and providers and access to information and connection to child nutrition programs, resource libraries, and continuing education opportunities.

California Family Child Care Network's (CFCCN) mission is to powerfully impact family child care by providing a highly effective state-wide network. Their purpose is to benefit children and the community by providing support, education, and information related to quality child care.

The National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) is working to prioritize the role of family child care and promote access, affordability and quality of early care and education. NAFCC is the only professional association dedicated specifically to promoting high-quality early childhood experiences in the unique environment of family child care programs.

EveryChild California is a nonprofit association that inspires leadership in early learning and education, and increase opportunities to expand quality publicly funded early care and education (ECE) programs across California.

Child Care Providers United is a union comprised of 40,000 family child care providers across the state who are members of SEIU Local 99, SEIU Local 521, and UDW/AFSCME Local 3930. CCPU is dedicated to improving the child care profession and ensuring every child has access to quality early learning and care.

Financial Assistance

There are state and federal child care funding options available, as well as community resources that provide help in the facility development process for both new and established child care providers. Your local Child Care Resource & Referral Agency (R&R) or Child Care Advocate Program can tell you if you qualify. For more information, click on the links below:

Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs)
California Department of Education
California Head Start Association

Legal Assistance

The Child Care Law Center uses legal tools to make high quality, affordable child care available to every child of every age, every family, and every community.

Public Counsel's Early Care & Education Law Unit provides free legal assistance and low-cost legal workshops to qualifying family child care providers and child care centers on a variety of issues that providers face in the operation of their child care businesses.

Technical Support Program

The Technical Support Program (TSP) is a non-enforcement service of the Community Care Licensing Division offering support to licensees and providers who are struggling to meet and maintain the requirements of operating a licensed facility through the Regional Office referral process.

For more information on the TSP, see TSP Brochure (, ).
For questions related to the TSP, email: Childcaretechnicalsupport@dss.ca.gov
Webinar Recording: Introduction to the Technical Support Program

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Sharing Information for Childrens Partnership of Upcoming Webinar on COVID-19 - Aug 19, 2022

COVID-19 Vaccines for Infants Toddlers and Children Now Available - Jun 30, 2022

What You Should Know About COVID-19 Vaccination for Children 6 Months to 5 Years Old - Jun 17, 2022

Survey Announcement California Cost of Quality Survey - Jun 13, 2022

Infant Formula Shortage - May 19, 2022

Free COVID-19 At-Home Rapid Testing Kits - May 18, 2022

Powder Infant Formula Recall Child Care Update - Mar 7, 2022

Powder Infant Formula Recall - Feb 22, 2022

Licensed Child Care Facility Stabilization Stipends Update - Nov 30, 2021

Updated Testing Guidance [Child Care] - Jun 7, 2021

Antigen Testing - May 3, 2021

CalFire - Apr 23, 2021

2018 Disaster Relief Funding Grant Application - Apr 2, 2021

Vaccination Survey - Mar 26, 2021

PPP Loan Pt. 2 - Mar 8, 2021

PPP Loan - Feb 24, 2021

California Relief Grant - Feb 5, 2021

Vaccine Delivery System - Jan 27, 2021

COVID-19 Licensed Child Care Facilities And Providers Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Jan 15, 2021

COVID-19 Resources - Dec 10, 2020

Child Care Licensing Webinars

Child Care Program will host informational ZOOM meetings to provide guidance and resources regarding Coronavirus 19 (COVID-19), Cohort and CDPH guidance, in addition to information pertaining to resources related to the Department's website. The purpose for these meetings will be to provide more information about topics related to the COVID-19 pandemic and to address important questions impacting Child Care providers.

Quarterly Webinar Recordings (English):

Topical Webinars (English):

Vaccination Information

Rights: Yours, Parents', and Children's

Children, parents and authorized representatives, and child care licensees all have rights in licensed child care facilities. Protecting these rights is an important part of the emotional and physical well-being of children in care. Everyone must be treated with dignity and respect and these rights must be protected according to State laws and regulations.

Applicant/Licensee's Rights:

Parents' Rights:

Children's Rights:

Early Start: Early Intervention Services for Infants and Toddlers

The Early Start program is California's early intervention program for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities and their families. Early Start services are available statewide and are provided in a coordinated family-centered system. Anyone can make a referral to Early Start by contacting a Regional Center.

For additional information, visit Early Start or call 1-800-515-BABY.

Other Child Care Related Resources and Information

Kids' Plates are the only DMV license plates that protect California's kids. Kids' Plates generate revenue to strengthen health and safety protections for children and help fund programs to reduce child injury and child abuse. The proceeds from their sale provide funding for local child safety programs throughout the state.

For more information on the Kids' Plates program, please e-mail info@kidsplates.org or call them at 1-800-HEY-KIDS.

To buy a license plate and support these programs, please visit www.kidsplates.org and click on "Order Personalized Plate".

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As part of the Inspection Process Project (IPP), the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) has developed the CARE Tools for use in the Adult and Senior Care Program, Children's Residential Program, and Child Care Program. The CARE Tools will be used by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) when conducting inspections in licensed facilities.

The CARE Tools focus CCLD's efforts in the three IPP priority areas: Prevention, Compliance and Enforcement. See below for links to program specific tools.

CARE Tools for Adult Care Facilities

CARE Tools for Senior Care Facilities

CARE Tools for Child Care Facilities

CARE Tools for Children's Residential Facilities

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As part of the Inspection Process Project (IPP), the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) has developed the CARE Tools for use in the Adult and Senior Care Program, Children's Residential Program, and Child Care Program. The CARE Tools will be used by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) when conducting inspections in licensed facilities.

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Most Commonly Cited Deficiencies | Community Care Licensing

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Community Care Licensing Division reports the most commonly cited deficiencies by Program, facility type, and year. The Most Commonly Cited Deficiencies reports are provided for facility types where there is sufficient data to report. These reports are limited to the most commonly cited deficiencies for facility inspections where the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) Tool was used. For additional information about the CARE Tool please visit the CARE Tool Webpage.

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SECC Office of Education YouTube Channel

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SECC Office of Education YouTube Channel

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The official channel of the Office of Education in the Southeastern California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. We are located in Southern California and operate 8 TK-12 schools, 10 TK-8 schools, and 5 preschools.

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PUC ECE Education Assistance Grant Application

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PUC ECE Education Assistance Grant Application

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ECE Speech and Language Strategies and Interventions Checklist

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ECE Speech and Language Strategies and Interventions Checklist

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Early Childhood Developmental & Social Emotional Screening: Intro to ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2

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Early Childhood Developmental & Social Emotional Screening: Intro to ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2

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Intro to Ages and Stages Questionnaires 

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Help me understand what my student needs.