Celebrating Excellence in Early Childhood Education: 2026 thread Awards Recipients
At thread, we recognize that early childhood educators are essential to building strong families, thriving communities, and a resilient Alaska. ...more
May 11, 2026
Worthy Wage Day: Strengthening Alaska’s Child Care Workforce
Each year on or around May 1, communities across the country recognize Worthy Wage Day, a national day of action ...more
May 1, 2026
Celebrating 40 Years by Giving Back: Join thread’s $40 for 40 Years Campaign
For 40 years, thread has had the privilege of working with Alaska’s families, communities, and early childhood educators to advance ...more
April 27, 2026
Celebrating the Week of the Young Child (WOYC)
Each year, thread joins the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in celebrating the Week of the ...more
April 11, 2026
Securing Annual Operating Budget Funding for the Retaining Our Outstanding Teachers (ROOTS) Award
ROOTS is a program that supports early educators by recognizing education, training, and professional commitment. With consistent state investment, ROOTS ...more
February 10, 2026
CCPO Broadcast: Announcing New Child Care Grant (CCG) Pilot Program
Increase to Monthly CCG Reimbursement Payments for the Service Months of January 2026 through June 2026 for Infants and Toddlers ...more
January 30, 2026
Understanding the Impact of the Federal Government Shutdown for thread’s Clients
Dear thread Community,As you may have heard, there is a federal government shutdown. While a shutdown may impact some federal services, we ...more
October 1, 2025
Free CDA Training Series – Plus an Opportunity to Earn $1,500!
Are you ready to take the next step in early childhood education? thread is excited to offer a FREE Child ...more
September 15, 2025
Understanding Ballot Measure 1: What Early Educators and Families in Alaska Need to Know
On July 1, 2025, Ballot Measure 1 (BM-1) officially became law in Alaska. Since its passage, many employers, including early ...more
July 25, 2025
Growing Stronger: Investing in Alaska’s Future Through Child Care
Across Alaska, spring is stirring. The light lingers a little longer. The ground softens. Buds push bravely through the once-frozen ...more
April 15, 2025