ND CCR&R                                                                            Sept 2012 | www.ndchildcare.org
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This issue of CCR&R E-news is all about finding our mojo when it go-gos.  What do you do when you don't feel like doing your job?  When you get into an unproductive routine or let good habits fall by the wayside, things can become monotonous, and you can lose a sense of motivation and self confidence.  Get your habits + routines back on track this fall. Read on for more ideas to get out of a rut. 

 

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Bucket List
    
What's on your child care bucket list?  Creating a bucket list can provide the kickstart you need to get your spark back. 
 
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5 Rut Busters 

 
 
Take action with one of these 5 ideas to bust out of your rut and re-ignite your passion for your job. 

 

 View the 5 Rut Busters

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Inspire Your Kids
 
 "Kid Approved" activities to keep infants, toddlers + preschoolers creative and "rut free".
 
 

Mental Health Minute with Jody Claus, LMFT 


Dear Jody,
 
I feel like parents don't appreciate what I do every day. How can I help them see that my job is important?

JODY'S ANSWER

News & Child Care Happenings in ND

  

Head Lice- A Lousy Problem!

New + useful guide from the ND Dept. of Health regarding all things head lice.  A "must have" resource. 

 

CDA Renewal Grants from CCR&R

$200 to pay for training + fees to renew your CDA.

 

CDA Amnesty Program from the National CDA Council

Take advantage of the Renewal Amnesty Program before time runs out!  The Renewal Amnesty Program permits individuals who have earned or renewed a CDA in the last 10 years to apply for renewal. Even if your CDA has expired, you are eligible for Renewal Amnesty if your credential is dated January 2002 or later.

 


 

Upcoming CCR&R Events
 

Creating + Using Child Care Spaces

September 11 from  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Dickinson and Minot, ND

 

Building Partnerships with Families

Begins September 18th.  Chat sessions Tuesdays 8:30 -9:15 pm

Online

 

A Zoom in the Room + Keep It Moving

September 22 from 9:00 am - 3:45 pm

Bismarck, ND

 

Counting on Math in the Early Years

September 24 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Fargo, ND

 

Book Club: Spotlight on Infants and Toddlers

Begins September 27 from 7:00 pm - 8:45 pm

Fargo, ND

 

Administrative Issues in Serving Children with Exceptional Needs

September 26 from 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Bismarck, ND

 

Celebrate Children Conference

October 27 from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

Devils Lake, ND

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