•Darren Patterson Christian Academy CO UPK Ruling

•Early Head Start Grant Birth-three

•21st Century Community Learning Centers

•Child Care Subsidy School Readiness

•First Five Years Fund

•State Tax Credit

•State Level Afterschool Grants Boost

•Title I Preschool School Readiness and Equitable Services

•Child and Adult Care Food Program and Summer Food Program

https://www.csl.edu/2024/10/lilly-endowment-awards-grant-for-children-in-worship-initiative/

https://www.livinglutheran.org/2024/10/elca-receives-lilly-endowment-grant-for-childrens-ministry/

https://diocesela.org/news/diocese-receives-1-2-million-lilly-endowment-grant-to-fund-childrens-worship-initiative/

https://pcusa.org/news-storytelling/news/lilly-endowment-inc-awards-1-million-grant-next-church

https://ministrylink.org/lilly-endowment-inc-funds-faith-alive/

https://ptstulsa.edu/2023/04/24/lilly-endowments-children-grant/

Key Concepts

• Put Off: This section of the resource focuses on identifying and eliminating sinful thoughts, desires, and behaviors that are part of the "old self" or a person's life before spiritual change. It's a process of recognizing and confessing negative patterns.

• Put On: This part of the tool focuses on adopting godly thoughts, desires, and behaviors that are characteristic of the "new self" in Christ. It involves replacing the old, negative patterns with new, positive, and biblically-based actions and attitudes.

The BCF resource is part of the broader Self-Confrontation curriculum offered by the ministry. It is designed to help individuals take personal responsibility for their actions and use Scripture as the ultimate authority for life change. This structured approach helps people confront specific problems like anger, worry, and relationship issues by applying biblical principles to their lives.

For information about the ASQ screening tools, visit www.agesandstages.com.

There are nearly 100 Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs) and Community Parent Resource Centers (CPRCs) in the US and Territories.

The chapter focuses on the necessity of moving beyond traditional discipline to a framework of positive guidance in Christian early education classrooms, especially in response to the unique social-emotional, academic, and mental health needs of the post-pandemic generation of children. This excerpt serves as a critical guide for any Christian early educator seeking a science-based, compassionate, and Biblically-grounded approach to behavior management.

Given the documented post-pandemic challenges in social-emotional development, this chapter is an essential resource for equipping teachers to understand and address the root causes of challenging behavior in a way that is both effective and restorative.

Pre-order the book, Early Childhood Development For Christian Early Educators, at the author's website: www.pennconsulting.org.

Steps to Find State-Specific Requirements

1. Identify your state's licensing agency: Search online for your state's Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Child Care Licensing, or Division of Early Childhood Education. Each state also has a PTI. Parent to Parent of Georgia is the Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) for the state, serving families of children with disabilities by providing training, information, and support for navigating early intervention, education, and transition services. 

2. Check for provider resources or training catalogs: Look for sections on their website related to provider resources, professional development, licensing requirements, or smart solutions for training.

3. Contact the agency directly: If you cannot find the information online, contact the agency's provider services or licensing department to inquire about mandatory training for including children with disabilities. 

Key Aspects of Inclusion Training

• Understanding Disabilities: Training often covers various conditions, including autism and attention deficit disorders, and how to best support these children. 

• Legal Compliance: Providers need to understand federal laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and their implications for equal access in childcare. The National Health and Safety Performance Standards recommend at least one staff member have 8 hours of inclusion training each year.

• Inclusive Practices: Training focuses on creating welcoming environments, promoting participation in all activities, and using individualized accommodations. 

• Professional Development: States often provide or endorse professional development opportunities, such as online courses or workshops, to help providers meet these requirements. 

Examples of Training Providers and Content

• State-Approved Professional Development:The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NC DHHS) website lists information on professional development and training resources for providers in that state. The Shepherd's Academy for Teaching Excellence CDA credential and Director Training online also includes inclusion training www.pennconsulting.org. Dr. Penn is available to conduct this in person for groups.

• Educational Support Networks: Organizations like TTAC Online provide resources and training on inclusive practices for early childhood professionals. 

• INCLUSION RESOURCES

  Depending on the individual needs and priorities of young children and families, implementing inclusion involves a range of approaches—from embedded, routines...

  North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (.gov)

• Exceptional Children | NC DPI

  Enhance your skills and knowledge with our comprehensive Technical Assistance and Professional Development resources. This page is your gateway to a wealth of l...

  NC.gov

• Special Needs and Inclusive Education Certificate - CCEI

  The Special Needs and Inclusive Education Certificate begins with a basic overview of special needs issues that early childhood educators and professionals may ...

  CCEI

There are numerous tools that assist with developing a student’s approaches to learning and identifying a young learner’s personality style, learning style, and temperament. This is an excerpt from the Early Childhood Education for Christian Early Educators textbook.

The foundational framework of the book is the fourfold growth of Jesus as in Luke 2:52: "And Jesus increased in wisdom (cognitive), and stature (physical), and in favor with God (spiritual) and man (social-emotional)." Every chapter encourages teachers to see these domains as interconnected, ensuring that spiritual formation is not an "extra" subject but the lens through which all learning occurs.