Inclusion Training DCF Created Inclusion Trainings and Presentations The following trainings and presentations are available for the purpose of informing, supporting and assisting the important work that child care programs are doing to include children with disabilities and other special needs.
Frequently Asked Questions-Regulated Child Care and YoungStar Public Search Website Frequently Asked Questions Regulated Child Care and YoungStar Public Search Website The following is a list of frequently asked questions and answers regarding the information contained in the Regulated Child Care and YoungStar Public Search website. Click on a question to view its answer.
Finding High-Quality Child Care Finding High-Quality Child Care Since becoming a parent, perhaps even before, you have been learning about how children develop. As your child has grown, it didn't take long to see how important a quality learning environment, with caring adults, is for their development.
Early Literacy Resources Early Literacy Resources A child's language and literacy development begins at birth and are strengthened everyday through loving interactions, such as sharing books, telling stories, singing songs and talking to one another. Take a look at the following resources to learn more about the importance of early literacy, as well as to find fun activities your child will love.
YoungStar Administration Administering YoungStar Services Información en español Administering Services for the YoungStar Program
History of YoungStar History of YoungStar YoungStar, Wisconsin's Child Care Quality Rating and Improvement System, is a program of the Department of Children and Families. It was developed to improve the quality of care for Wisconsin children and came to life through the overwhelming support of elected officials, child care providers, and early care and education advocates. Due to this collaboration, YoungStar is helping Wisconsin children shine bright.
Wisconsin Quality Child Care Initiatives Supporting High Quality Child Care The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is committed to improving the quality of care for Wisconsin’s youngest children. YoungStar, Wisconsin’s child care quality rating and improvement system, is helping to make it happen. Learn more about YoungStar.
Wisconsin Child Care Reports, Plans, and Initiatives Child Care Reports, Plans, and Initiatives The Department of Children and Families generates a variety of child care reports, plans, and initiatives.
Budget, Tax, and Record-Keeping Requirements for YoungStar Budget and Record-Keeping Early care and education programs that use effective business and professional practices are more likely to provide a high-quality learning environment, stay in business, and interact more sensitively with children and families. Good planning for any organization, including child care, includes budgeting and record-keeping. Budgeting provides a road map for implementing program goals and objectives. Thoughtful planning, accurate recordkeeping, and continuous review is essential to effectively manage an early education program.
