Vaccine Update: Are You Now Eligible?

State of Alaska Starting March 10, the following people will be eligible to book an appointment: People 16 and above Qualify? Schedule ...more

March 15, 2021

Child Care Program Office Broadcast: Child Care Relief Funding Feedback Survey

From the Child Care Program Office Dear Child Care Providers, The State of Alaska will be receiving additional funding through ...more

March 2, 2021

thread Launches New Policy Direction for 2021 & Updates Research

Alaska’s early childhood education system is an essential part of the economy, enabling families to work and employing a significant ...more

March 2, 2021

Governor Dunleavy Proclaims Feb. 26 Child Care Provider Day

Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed Feb. 26, 2021 as Child Care Provider Day throughout Alaska. The governor’s proclamation recognizes that ...more

February 25, 2021

Feb. 25: How to Apply for the PPP Workshop

Child Care Providers: How to Apply for the Paycheck Protection Program—A Workshop for Child Care Providers to Access Forgivable Loans ...more

February 22, 2021

Nominations are Open for the 2021 Cindy Harrington Heart & Mind Award

Do you know a professional who is making a difference in early childhood education?  Celebrate their excellence by nominating her/him ...more

February 10, 2021

Strategies for Teaching Black History in Early Childhood Education Programs

February is a time we set aside each year to celebrate Black History Month (BHM). With all the racial tensions ...more

February 2, 2021

thread Conducts a Second Survey of Child Care Needs During COVID-19

Since the pandemic began, the majority of Alaska’s child care programs have been open to support children and families. But ...more

January 13, 2021

thread Introduces Updated Online Training Policies

Starting Feb. 1, thread’s new online training policy will go into effect.  This updated policy helps thread continue to provide ...more

January 12, 2021

Broadcast to Child Care Assistance Program Participating Families and Child Care Providers

From the Child Care Program Office Topic: Child Care Assistance Program – Waiver of Family Co-Payments The Child Care Program ...more

January 11, 2021