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Oct 23, 2026
Kansas Selected for Child Care Aware® of America Pilot to Stabilize and Strengthen Child Care Workforce
Kansas awarded funds and support to make the Child Development Associate credential the entry point for child care workers SALINA,…
The Board of Directors of Child Care Aware of Kansas is pleased to announce the appointment of Kami Cohorst as the organization’s new Executive Director.
SALINA, Kan. — August 24, 2026 — In today’s competitive labor market, securing top talent requires innovative retention strategies. To help…
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Aug 13, 2024
New Executive Director Named at Child Care Aware of Kansas
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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Sep 27, 2023
Child Care Aware of Kansas and Healthy Blue Kansas Partner to Recruit New Child Care Providers
In response to a critical shortage of 84,000 child care slots in the state, Child Care Aware of Kansas announced a new partnership with Healthy Blue Kansas to expand start-up stipends and health and safety grants for child care providers entering the profession.
