Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care

59 years of empowering young minds! 🎉 Since 1965, Head Start programs have been dedicated to giving children from low-income families the tools they need to thrive in school and beyond. Today, as we celebrate its 59th birthday, let’s honor the large impact Head Start programs have made and continue to make in shaping brighter futures for all. 🎉✨ #HappyBdayHeadStart #CelebratingHeadStart

The newest Child Care Update newsletter is available! IN THIS ISSUE: 🌟 Celebrating Child Care Providers across Oregon 🌟Statewide Expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library 🌟Happy Birthday to Head Start! 🌟Family Child Care Rule Revision Workgroup Visit the link below to view the entire issue and subscribe. https://lnkd.in/gJWyeERr

We’re thrilled to announce our 2024 DELC Ambassadors of Public Service award recipients! 🎉 These incredible individuals embody the core principles of our organization: respect for every individual, a commitment to continuous improvement, and a dedication to empowering others. As we close out Public Service Recognition Week, join us in celebrating their outstanding contributions! 🙌 #PublicServiceWeek

🎉Exciting news! 🎉 Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is spreading its magic to Oregon! Get ready to dive into a world of imagination as we bring the joy of reading to children from birth to age five, one free book at a time! 📚 Join the Department of Early Learning and Care in celebrating literacy, imagination, and the power of storytelling! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g4_3Zk9h #DollysLibrary, #ImaginationLibrary #DollysLibraryOR, #ImaginationLibraryOR

🌟Are you passionate about making a difference? Join us at the Department of Early Learning and Care and be a part of a team that is helping to shape Oregon’s early learners. Sign up for our weekly job alerts to stay updated on the latest openings. Don’t miss out on your chance to be a part of something great! https://lnkd.in/gVJ8Dc9G

The newest Child Care Update newsletter is available! IN THIS ISSUE: 🌟 Family Child Care Revision Workgroup 🌟 Child Care Development Fund State Plan feedback opportunity 🌟Join a Rule Making Committee Visit the link below to view the entire issue and subscribe. https://lnkd.in/gJyfueJh #earlylearning #Childcareupdates #oregondelc

Calling all voices! The Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) is on the lookout for diverse perspectives to join us. Whether you’re a passionate parent, dedicated child care provider, or an advocate for early education, we want YOU! We currently have two Rulemaking Advisory Committees taking applications: Join our Public Records Rulemaking Advisory Committee (RAC). To apply visit: https://lnkd.in/dsc7pD7r Join our Procurement Rulemaking Advisory Committee (RAC). To apply visit: https://lnkd.in/dgw5_cm5 ¡Llamando a todas las voces! El Departamento de Atención y Aprendizaje Temprano (DELC) está buscando diversas perspectivas para unirse a nosotros. Si usted es un padre apasionado, un proveedor de cuidado infantil dedicado o un defensor de la educación temprana, ¡lo queremos a USTED! Actualmente contamos con dos Comités Asesores de Reglamentación que aceptan solicitudes: Únase a nuestro Comité Asesor sobre Reglamentación de Registros Públicos (RAC). Para aplicar visite: https://lnkd.in/dP5wW3bU Únase a nuestro Comité Asesor sobre Normas de Adquisiciones (RAC). Para aplicar visite: https://lnkd.in/dWzNAr5U

💡JOB FAIR REMINDER! Recruiters and Hiring Managers from Oregon State Government are looking forward to meeting job seekers at upcoming networking events across the state. In-person and virtual options available. Join us! 📅 Schedule & Details: https://ow.ly/bnOI50R8PKN

We’re thrilled to share that Senate Bill 1040 has paved the way for the Oregon Department of Early Learning (DELC) to launch the Micro-Center Pilot Program! 🚀 This initiative aims to support small capacity child care programs serving fewer than 30 children, ensuring high-quality learning opportunities statewide. 🎉 To learn more and find out if your child care program is eligible, visit: https://lnkd.in/gTjeZsrb

The newest Child Care Update newsletter is available! IN THIS ISSUE: 🌟 Oregon proclaims April 6-12, 2024, to be the Week of the Young Child 🌟Feedback Opportunity: Child Care Development Fund State Plan 🌟Micro-Center Pilot Program open application 🌟Introducing BuildUp Oregon – Expanding Access to Child Care! Visit the link below to view the entire issue and subscribe. https://lnkd.in/gvKWgrUt #earlylearning #Childcareupdates #oregondelc