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Child Care Resources of Rockland, Inc.
Child Care Community Network
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Promoting, supporting, and enhancing the healthy development of all children.
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Quarterly eNewsletter for May 2011 Donate l childcarerockland.org l |
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 Greetings!
Spring is here and the warmer months are near. We aim to provide you with support and technical assistance so that you may provide a safe and fun environment for the children during the summer.
We have planned a number of fun events for adults and families. We look forward to seeing many of you at these events and hope you share information about them with friends and family.
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Please click here (PDF file) if you would like to view and/or print out the Child Care Community Network Newsletter in its entirety, complete with photos. |
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 Congrats,Marcia! Our Champion!
We here at CCRR are so excited that our own Marcia Scheer was selected to be a New York State Association for the Education of Young Children (NYSAEYC) 2011 Champion for Children as Leader of the Year. This is considered a prestigious award given by our professional statewide organization and selected by peers. |
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 Give Me A Break, Please!
Adults are most interesting to an infant, someone with whom to exchange a gaze, a babble, a coo, or a raised eyebrow. What a way to begin learning how to take turns with a partner! Even the youngest child is ready to engage in social interaction but as the caregiver, it is very important to consider each child's individual rhythm and style. Learn more.
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 Keeping It Safe Outside
New Law Prohibits Use of Pesticides on the Grounds of Child Care Centers and Schools. As of Nov. 14, 2010, schools, Head Start programs and child care centers are prohibited from using pesticides on playgrounds (this includes playground equipment), turf, and athletic or playing fields. of young children. Protective Surfacing Under Outdoor Play Equipment: Family and group family child care regulations state: outdoor equipment such as swings, slides and climbing apparatus must be installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and instructions, be in good repair, and be placed in a safe location. Learn more. |
 Become a Breastfeeding-Friendly Child Care Provider
Your support is essential for helping mothers continue to breastfeed as they return to work or school. Becoming a breastfeeding-friendly child care provider benefits both families and the child care setting because breastfed babies are generally healthier and happier. Also, the positive word of mouth among breastfeeding mothers can help increase your business. How can you become a breastfeeding-friendly child care provider? Learn more. |
 Kidsnett Child Care Wins!
CCRR kicked off the 2011 Roberta Klingher Memorial Read-a-Thon on April 4th at Kidsnett Child Care, a group family child care program owned by Darnett Davis. She was the lucky winner of a fully equipped library worth $2,000. Dr. Mary Jean Marsico, Rockland BOCES Superintendent, helped kick off the month long event by reading to the children. Learn more |
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Quick Notes
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Upcoming Events |
   Ragtime Returns CCRR's 2011 Benefit Show at to Rockland! Annual Meeting The Elmwood Playhouse in Nyack
An Evening with Bob Milne Keynote: Dr. Edward Fisher A comedy full of loopy jokes!
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