October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), observed in October, is a time to recognize victims and raise awareness about the devastating impact of domestic violence. Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship used by one partner to
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Facts & Stats 1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. In 2023, an estimated 297,790 women and 2,800 men will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. Chances are, you know at least
Our Collective Wisdom Series!
On September 20, 2023 we began the first in our new series, Our Collective Wisdom. We have chosen this year to highlight the good-works of our local early childhood collaboratives (LECCs), through our Collective Spotlight series. With Our Collective Wisdom
Hispanic Heritage Month Begins Its Celebration on September 15th!
"Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The observation started in
Check Out the CT Office of Early Childhood’s September Pyramid Page!
Young children deal with many of the same emotions adults do. Children get angry, sad, frustrated, nervous, happy, or embarrassed, but they often do not have the words to talk about how they are feeling. Instead, they sometimes act out
September is Suicide Prevention Month
"Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. In fact, suicide is often the result of an untreated mental health condition. Suicidal thoughts, although common, should not be considered normal and often
A Collective Spotlight on the Northeast Regional Early Childhood Council
The Connecticut Children's Collective partners with local early childhood collaboratives from across the state that are doing amazing, innovative, system-changing work. In 2023 we started a new series: the Collective Spotlight. We will talk with directors, staff, parents, and community
Combat Burnout With Emotional Intelligence
As we begin to prepare for the upcoming school year, and all the pressures and stress it holds in store for us, we need to take care that we are mindful of our body, mind, and spirit-- that we take
The Office of Early Childhood’s August Pyramid Page!
Social skills are behaviors that promote positive interactions among people. Some examples of important social skills for young children are sharing, taking turns, and cooperating with others. After age one, children increase their peer interactions. Toddlers begin to make attempts
A Collective Spotlight on Wethersfield
The Connecticut Children’s Collective, partners with local early childhood collaboratives from across the state that are doing amazing, innovative, system-changing work. In 2023 we started a new series, the Collective Spotlight. We will talk with directors, staff, parents, and community