Working Together Working Together: A Positive Experience for All "I can do things you cannot.You can do things I cannot.Together we can do Great Things." - Mother Teresa
Asking Questions and Sharing Information - Parents and Providers Asking Questions and Sharing Information When Parents and Providers Work Together...Children Grow! Asking Questions Looking for and choosing child care can be an emotional process for parents, but if your child has a disability, this process can quickly become overwhelming.
What is Early Childhood Inclusion? What is Early Childhood Inclusion? "It's the right of every infant and young child...regardless of ability, to participate in a broad range of activities and contexts as full members." - 2009 NAEYC and DEC Joint Position Statement High quality inclusion is built around:
Early Childhood Inclusion Early Childhood Inclusion Child care providers who offer quality care in an inclusive environment can be a child's first step toward a positive future. Wisconsin's Department of Children and Families wants all child care programs to feel confident in the quality of care they provide to children with disabilities. It is for this reason that the YoungStar Early Childhood Inclusion web pages were created.
Sign Up for Youngstar and Child Care Email Updates Sign Up for Child Care Information and Updates The Department of Children and Families (DCF) invites you to sign up to receive email communications for the following:
Find Your Local Youngstar Offices Find Your Local YoungStar Offices Local YoungStar offices are places in your community where you can find answers to your YoungStar questions.
YoungStar Impact in Wisconsin - YoungStar Statistics The Impact YoungStar has in Wisconsin Both providers and parents find value in participating in YoungStar. From the star ratings that help parents locate quality child care to the training and support available to providers to help them improve their star ratings, YoungStar is designed to help parents and providers assure that children are ready for kindergarten and beyond. Learn more about YoungStar ratings, statistics, and other data from the monthly reports below.
Youngstar Parent Resources Resources for Parents YoungStar connects parents to tools and information to help them raise healthy, happy kids! Learn what to look for when selecting a child care provider; find information on early childhood education, nutrition and healthy learning environments; and discover activities that promote children’s healthy brain development. YoungStar gives parents peace of mind. And, it helps you give your child(ren) a promising start in life. Read through the various resources to learn more about the growth and development of children.
Youngstar Parents FAQ Frequently Asked Questions for Parents YoungStar is a 5 Star quality rating and improvement system for child care and school-age programs. A program's rating is based on:
Order Youngstar Brochures Ordering YoungStar Brochures If you run out of a particular YoungStar brochure, you can order more from the Department of Administration (DOA) Document Sales & Distribution Center.
