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California Early Childhood Mentor Program – Frequently Asked Questions 2022

The California Early Childhood Mentor Program (CECMP), funded by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), supports mentors throughout California in providing leadership and guidance to students entering the early childhood education (ECE) field as well as current child care directors and teachers. In response to the CECMP’s transition to the CDSS, this document answers frequently asked questions (FAQs) raised by communities across the state.

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California Preschool Learning Foundations

The California Preschool Learning Foundations describe competencies—knowledge and skills—that most children can be expected to exhibit in a high-quality program as they complete their first or second year of preschool.

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First 5 California’s Dual Language Learner Resource Guide

First 5 California’s Dual Language Learner Resource Guide was designed to provide early learning programs that serve young dual language learners (infants, toddlers, and preschoolers). The guide includes resources that highlight evidence-based strategies to improve the quality of instructional practices and interactions with young dual language learners, including partnering with families in this effort.

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ChildCare Aware

Would you like to know more about child care licensing in your state or resources for children with special needs? Do you need to contact someone about child support, health care for your family, or help paying for food or heat?

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California Infant/Toddler Learning & Development Foundations

The California Infant/Toddler Learning and Development Foundations describe competencies infants and toddlers typically attain during the birth-to-three-year period

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California Preschool Learning Foundations

The California Preschool Learning Foundations describe competencies—knowledge and skills—that most children can be expected to exhibit in a high-quality program as they complete their first or second year of preschool.

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Addressing the Needs of Vulnerable Families: The Use of Strengthening Families™ in QRIS

The Strengthening Families™ approach, developed by the Center for the Study of Social Policy (CSSP), is a research-based strategy to increase family strengths, enhance child development, and reduce child abuse and neglect. This document provides information on ways that States have incorporated this approach into their QRIS.

Early EducatorsLinkInfant/Toddler

Care About Quality: Your Guide to Child Care

This resource guide from the California Department of Education provides tips, checklists, and vital information to help you find quality child care.

FamiliesLinkInfant/ToddlerPreschool
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California Early Childhood Mentor Program – Frequently Asked Questions 2022

The California Early Childhood Mentor Program (CECMP), funded by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), supports mentors throughout California in providing leadership and guidance to students entering the early childhood education (ECE) field as well as current child care directors and teachers. Partnering with 88 community …

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TrustLine

An invaluable resource for parents, TrustLine is a database of nannies and baby-sitters who have cleared criminal background checks in California. Call 1.800.822.8490 or visit the Trustline website.

FamiliesLinkInfant/ToddlerPreschool

Dual Language Learner (DLL) Policy Summit Recording and Materials Available

First 5 California Dual Language Learner (DLL) Policy Summit was held on June 17, 2022 and celebrated the accomplishments of the DLL Pilot and the Community of Practice. The summit lifted up bright spots and exemplary strategies to support DLLs and their families, and provided a forum to recognize continued needs related to the implementation …

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QCC & IMPACT 2020 Brief: Key Successes of Quality Counts California

This brief summarizes the key successes of the First 5 California (F5CA) investment in Quality Counts California (QCC). The brief begins by chronicling the historical and current contexts of QCC, including F5CA’s Improve and Maximize Programs so All Children Thrive (IMPACT). The brief then focuses on the unique aspects of IMPACT funding: (1) …

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Summary of Open Educational Resources in Early Childhood Education

If you are looking for free resources focused on the core/CAP 8 classes, such as openly licensed (OER) books and other “document-based” resources (including some translations), course shells, or video libraries, this summary may be a great place to start. If you are looking for opportunities to share, collaborate, or stay informed on core and …

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