You are a critical part of our state. Your expertise, your empathy, and your effort shape children’s health, well-being, and learning outcomes, as well as their ability to contribute to the workforce and our communities for the rest of their lives.
But you have a difficult job, as you know. Whether you’re just getting started or have been in the field for decades, Child Care Aware of Kansas can help you:
You don’t have to do it all alone.
Read the latest updates on work we are leading in early care and education.
Christi Smith has been named as the new executive director of Child Care Aware of Kansas (CCAKS).
Board President Kari Mailloux made the announcement following an extensive search.
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While Child Care Aware of Kansas supports child care providers all over the state, your local Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) agency can connect you with resources and training opportunities, as well as other providers, in your area. View the map to see which local agency serves your community.
Set up an online provider profile that parents and families can view when searching for child care. You can update your openings and profile anytime, anywhere. Check back as often as you like to find out how many times your child care program has been referred to families over the past three months.
Still not sure where to start or what to do next? Call us at 855-750-3343 or email us at info@ks.childcareaware.org for help.
Text CCAKS to 59925 to receive occasional information and ideas to help the children in your care learn and grow. Topics include development milestones, healthy recipes, safe sleep habits, outdoor activities, emergency planning, and more!
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Child Care Aware of Kansas was awarded a Child Care Quality Improvement and Support System grant from the Kansas Department for Children and Families to establish Shared Services for licensed Kansas child care programs. The overall goal of this opportunity is to support early care and education programs throughout the state to enhance the well-being, health, and development of young children.
Check here for information on current grant opportunities available for Kansas child care providers!
Our state needs more child care providers. If you’re interested in helping build a strong foundation for the next generation of Kansans, early childhood education might be the field for you.
As you start the process, Child Care Aware of Kansas can equip you with tools, training, one-on-one advice, and a network of other providers that you need to run a thriving child care business.
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A group that works to help solve barriers that communities face when building child care capacity. Members of this team include representatives from KDHE, KSDE, The Children’s Cabinet, Office of the State Fire Marshal, and more!
Go Team Contact: goteam@ks.childcareaware.org
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