The CT Children’s Collective: Building a Strong Local-State Early Childhood System ~ 2022 Data Report
We at the Connecticut Network for Children and Youth are very excited to be releasing our first data report for our initiative the Connecticut Children's Collective. The Connecticut Children’s Collective is a network of local partnerships creating positive outcomes for
CT OEC Launches Pyramid Pages!
The OEC is proud to introduce their first-ever issue of Pyramid Pages, News and Tools for Parents and Early Childhood Providers! This monthly newsletter focuses on social emotional learning and development and offers tips and resources for providers and families.
Spotlight on Social-Emotional Learning: Learn How to Make a Scripted Story
Making Scripted Stories for Home and School Scripted stories can be a valuable visual tool in the classroom and at home! Scripted stories can help a child understand what to expect during new situations or everyday routines and provide examples of
Spotlight on Social-Emotional Learning: A Calm Down Area
The Collective is so pleased to be collaborating with Lisa Swain, ED.S. a consultant to the Office of Early Childhood regarding the Pyramid Model. This week will focus on providing a calm down area for children who need a break or
OEC’s Parent Cabinet Inaugural Press Event
On April 7, 2022 during the Week of the Young Child, the Office of Early Childhood officially launched their statewide Parent Cabinet. All fifteen Cabinet members were present at the celebration in downtown Hartford. It was truly a joyous occasion
April 2nd! Don’t Miss Childhood Conversations/Together We Will Conference!
Join us on April 2, 2022 for our Virtual and FREE One-Day Conference!! It is our hope that our conference will allow you to explore deeper content, make cross-sector connections, and gain perspectives on how to maximize connections within your community.
Learn More About the Pyramid Social-Emotional Learning Model
On February 9, 2022, the Collective welcomed Lisa Swain, ED.S. to teach us about the Pyramid Model and all that it has to offer regarding social-emotional learning. We all know that with COVID-19 children of all ages, along with their parents
Child Care Leaders and Providers Call for Federal Lifeline
On January 25, 2022 Veronica Phelps, the Owner & Operator of My School in East Hampton; Erica Phillips, President of All Our Kin; and Beth Bye, Commissioner of the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood were guests on Connecticut Public Radio's
A New Year Message from OEC Commissioner Beth Bye
To our Child Care Providers, Happy New Year 2022! We cannot thank you enough for all the hard work, dedication, inspiration, and love you have put into your roles each and every day. The challenges we have faced over the past
State Update on COVID-19 Safety Measures in CT Childcare Centers
Governor Ned Lamont on Monday January 10, 2022 held a news conference to discuss an update regarding ongoing COVID-19 safety measures at Connecticut's childcare centers. He was joined by Office of Early Childhood Commissioner Beth Bye; Monette Ferguson, executive director