February 27 Child Care Provider Updates

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Governor Evers’ ECE Proposal for 2025-27 Biennial Budget

Last week, Governor Evers released his proposal for the 2025-27 Biennial Budget. DCF has created a brief document summarizing the early care and education-related investments that the Governor is proposing. You can access the document on the DCF website.

Get Ready for the February Child Care Counts Update Period

The next update/application period starts soon – March 1-9. Organize your records now so you are ready for the update/application week. You must review and update your application every month. You risk overpayment if you don’t properly update your application. See the  Child Care Counts webpage for future Count and Update Weeks.

If you need assistance, please email DCFDECECOVID19CCPayments@wisconsin.gov or call and speak with a Support Center Specialist at 608-535-3650, M-F 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

CCFT Train-the-Trainer Events Open for Registration

We are excited to announce the Spring 2025 CCFT Train the Trainer session will be held in Wisconsin Dells at the Chula Vista Resort, Monday, April 28 through Thursday, May 1. Registration is now open on the Registry's Statewide Training Calendar.

As a reminder, there are requirements to be a CCFT Trainer. To attend these events, you must have:

  • Tier 3 Trainer status
  • A Training Sponsor Organization (TSO)
  • Signed the CCFT TSO and Trainer Agreement
  • Completed the AHT Prevention Train-the-Trainer session to offer Introduction & Infant/Toddler CCFT course
  • Completed the CCFT What You Need to Know webinar

Trainer Resources

Registration ends March 28, 2025; secure your spot today!

Upcoming Events and Education/Training Opportunities

The below events are hosted by DCF, one of its partners, or is one that may be relevant to the early childhood field. Click/tap on the titles below to learn more about each event.

  • Free Special Needs Training for the 53206 Zip Code

    • Join 4C for Children in a 15-hour training session built to learn about children with diverse needs. This training will identify needs, teach how to recognize child development and delays, gain valuable hands-on resources to guide the children, and learn how to use the Ages and Stages Questionnaire – Social and Emotional screening tool: ASQ: SE.
    • In-Person Training dates: March 11, 18, 25, April 1 and 8, 2025, at the 4C For Children office from 6-9 p.m. | See the flyer for more details. | Spanish interpretation is not available.
    • Register for this training. | Registration deadline is March 5, 2025.
       

  • Free ECHC Webinar – “Making Food Fun Evidence-Based Recommendations to Promote Healthy Eating Behaviors in Young Children”

    • This Early Childhood Health Consultation (ECHC) webinar will share evidence-based recommendations for promoting healthy eating behaviors in young children and talk about the role educators play in shaping a positive food environment. Spanish interpretation is not available.
    • March 6, 1-2 p.m. | Learn more and register to attend.
       

  • 2025 Early Childhood Educators Conference – featuring Stuart Stotts! 

    • Join the conference for a day of inspiration, learning, and fun! The conference features author, singer, educator - Stuart Stotts; and a breakout session with Stacy Stenz, “Understanding the Developing Brain.”
    • Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Northcentral Technical College – Wausau Campus.
    • Register by February 14 for just $30; regular registration is $40. Limited scholarship funding is available – up to $15 reimbursement. If you need assistance, contact NTC at: ce@ntc.edu or 715-803-1243. Spanish interpretation is not available.
       

  • New Service from WECA: Financial and Recordkeeping Support

    • Wisconsin Early Childhood Association (WECA) is excited to launch a new service offered by Wisconsin Early Education Shared Services Network (WEESSN) to provide hands-on, task-oriented support in financial management, billing, and compliance. Whether you're a new business, experiencing growth, or well-established, the WEESSN Back Office financial team can create customized solutions tailored to your unique goals. Join WEESSN to get access to financial experts who understand the child care business. Learn more on WECA’s website.