We are having a community meeting on Wednesday, July 12th at 11:30 a.m. at our MountainHeart office and another meeting on Thursday July 13th, at 11:30 a.m. at the Mullens Opportunity Center. Lunch will be provided.
If you are a resident of Wyoming County and would like to complete the Needs Assessment survey, click on the button below.
Together, we can create a brighter future, one community at a time.
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“Through our Community Needs Assessment, we strive to listen, understand, and empower the voices of our community. By identifying their unique needs and strengths, we can pave the way for transformative solutions that foster positive change. Together We Can!”
MountainHeart Community Services, Inc. is embarking on a transformative journey to better understand and address the unique needs of the communities we serve. We are excited to announce the launch of our comprehensive Community Needs Assessment, a vital initiative aimed at empowering individuals and fostering positive change.
We believe that sustainable solutions start with a deep understanding of the challenges and aspirations of our community members. Through this assessment, we aim to gain valuable insights into the diverse needs, strengths, and opportunities that exist within Wyoming County.
Our Community Needs Assessment will engage with individuals, families, organizations, and local leaders to gather a comprehensive and representative perspective. By listening to the voices of our community, we can develop targeted strategies to address identified needs effectively.
The outcomes of the Community Needs Assessment will guide our future programs and initiatives. By identifying areas such as healthcare, education, employment, housing, and other critical needs, we will be able to tailor our services to make a real difference in people’s lives. This assessment will enable us to prioritize resources, establish partnerships, and maximize our impact in the communities we serve.
We invite Wyoming County community members, organizations, and passionate individuals to join us in this journey of community empowerment. Share your insights, aspirations, and challenges. Together, we can create lasting solutions that transform lives and build stronger, healthier communities.
If you are a resident of Wyoming County and would like to complete the Needs Assessment survey, click on the button below.
Together, we can create a brighter future, one community at a time.
The enrollment period for this opportunity will be May 22 through June 12, 2023
WVECTCR is happy to announce the 2nd round of the Caregiver Staff Bonus! The enrollment period for this opportunity will be May 22 through June 12, 2023. The application will be posted on the WVECTCR home page under announcements on May 22. Please read the entire packet, understand/follow all requirements, complete the application fully and submit according to guidelines. Applications received outside of the enrollment period will be automatically denied.
The April 2023 edition of the MountainHeart Head Start/Early Head Start newsletter has arrived.
Look inside to find a range of articles covering topics such as child development, parenting tips, and program updates. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or program administrator, you’ll find something of interest in our newsletter.
So be sure to check out our latest newsletter and share it with your colleagues and community. And if you have any feedback or suggestions for future editions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We value your input and look forward to hearing from you!
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Family Assistance today announced additional funding to continue reimbursing child care providers on the basis of enrollment in their programs, rather than for specific days attended by each child, for services provided through August 2024.
The pay-by-enrollment methodology was instituted during the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency using federally allocated funds to provide financial stability and continued assurance of available child care, and was projected to be exhausted by September 2023.
“By reprioritizing use of available funds, DHHR can help child care providers continue to keep their doors open and help working families get the care they need as the child care operational budgets continue to stabilize post-pandemic,” said Janie Cole, Commissioner of DHHR’s Bureau for Family Assistance. “High quality child care supports both parents and children and is a critical investment in our state’s future.”
The additional funding will come from the federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program. Prior to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, DHHR offered an attendance-based child care subsidy.
Click here https://dhhr.wv.gov/bfa/ece/Pages/about.aspx for more information on DHHR’s child care program.
Deidre W. Craythorne
Child Care Program Manager
Division of Early Care and Education
West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources
350 Capitol Street, Room B-18
Charleston, WV 25301
304-352-4537
“High quality child care supports both parents and children and is a critical investment in our state’s future.”
Week of the Young Child was first established in 1971 by NAEYC to highlight the importance of early education and take policy initiatives to advance childcare and early childhood education.
The history of early childhood education (ECE) itself goes back to the 1700s. ECE emerged as a field of study during the Enlightenment era when the literacy rate in certain European countries started increasing. The foundation of ECE was laid down by Enlightenment philosophers John Amos Comenius, John Locke, and Jean Jacques Rousseau. John Locke came up with the concept of the ‘blank slate,’ which stated that this is how children start out and then the environment fills their metaphorical slate.
Friedrich Froebel developed the kindergarten program in 1837, which was the first early childhood program to be widely adopted in both Europe and abroad. Maria Montessori, further building on the concept, stipulated that children’s senses should be educated first and then their intellect. But it was not until after World War II that early childhood education began to be seen as an important first step on the ladder of education.
This fun, food-themed day is about more than just cheese and crackers. Cooking together connects math with literacy skills, science, and more. With the rise in childhood obesity, you can encourage healthy nutrition and fitness habits at home and in the classroom. Create your own healthy snacks and share the recipes and photos of your creations on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using the #WOYC23 hashtag.
When children build together they explore math and science concepts and develop their social and early literacy skills. Children can use any building material—from a fort of branches on the playground to a block city in the classroom, or a hideaway made from couch pillows at home. Build and share pictures of children’s creations on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using the #WOYC23 hashtag
Think, problem solve, create! Children develop creativity, social skills and fine motor skills with open-ended art projects where they can make choices, use their imaginations, and create with their hands. On Artsy Thursday celebrate the joy and learning children experience when engaged in creative art making. Use any materials—from crayons to paint, clay to crafts! Create and share photos of your children’s creations on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using the #WOYC23 hashtag.
Engaging and celebrating families is at the heart of supporting our youngest learners. NAEYC applauds family members’ role as young children’s first and most important teachers. Share pictures and stories about your family on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using the #WOYC23 hashtag.
Dear Child Care Provider,
WV Early Childhood Training Connections and Resources is pleased to
announce an opportunity for child care centers, out of school time centers
and family child care facilities to be reimbursed advertising costs for the
recruitment of qualified staff to fill open positions. Please see the
attached packet for more information and the application to submit.
Have a wonderful day!
Alyson
Be kind in all you say and do, ’cause acts of kindness follow you.
With just one kindness a chain will start, to grow and glow from heart to
heart!
Alyson Edwards
Statewide Director
WV Early Childhood Training
Connections and Resources
www.wvearlychildhood.org
611 Seventh Avenue, Suite 322
Huntington, WV 25701
T: 304-529-7603 x3450
C: 304-654-8914
F: 304-529-2535
Find us on Facebook – www.facebook.com/WVECTCR
The Division of Early Care and Education is pleased to bring Teaching Strategies to our state to facilitate a conference for those child care professionals who are interested in implementing the Creative Curriculum in their programs.
Download the registration form and Training Schedule by clicking the links below.
Creative Curriculum for Family Child Care Conference Information:
Date: April 28th and 29th. (This is a two day training. Attendance to both days are required)
Time: 8:30 – 3:30 both days.
Place: Days Inn & Suites by Windham, 350 Days Drive, Flatwoods, WV
There is limited availability to this training, so it is important that you email your registration back as soon as possible to ensure your spot.
Email registration to: patricia.l.haynes@wv.gov
We are thrilled to announce the release of our latest newsletter, packed with valuable updates and resources for families, educators, and advocates.
In this edition, you’ll find a range of articles covering topics such as child development, parenting tips, and program updates. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or program administrator, you’ll find something of interest in our newsletter.
So if you haven’t already, be sure to check out our latest newsletter and share it with your colleagues and community. And if you have any feedback or suggestions for future editions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We value your input and look forward to hearing from you!
