Sweet Treats & Safe Streets: Safety Tips from thread
October in Alaska is a special time of year. The days may be getting shorter and the temperatures cooler, but ...more
October 9, 2026
Fall Fun in Alaska: Learning Through Play
Play gives children the opportunity to explore, experiment, solve problems, build new skills, and make sense of the world around ...more
October 9, 2026
Every Bit Helps: 2026 Alaska SEED Mini ROOTS Award Opens September 25
Early childhood educators do so much for Alaska’s children and families. They nurture, teach, comfort, encourage, and help young children ...more
September 15, 2026
CCPO Broadcast: Notice of Information Needed from CCAP Participating Child Care Providers
Time Sensitive Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Proposed Regulation Changes CCAP Rates and Age Categories Alaska Division of Public AssistanceChild ...more
September 2, 2026
Why Your Voice Matters: Child Care and Alaska’s 2026 Election
2026 Election Resources NOTE: thread’s election activities are strictly nonpartisan. thread does not support or oppose candidates, political parties, or ballot measures. Instead, thread wants Alaskans ...more
August 25, 2026
thread is making it easier for educators to learn, grow, stay in the profession, and access the supports they need
A new fiscal year brings new opportunities for Alaska’s early childhood and school-age professionals. thread is expanding free training, workforce ...more
August 3, 2026
Building Momentum for Alaska’s Children: A Legislative Update
To every parent, early educator, child care provider, partner, and community member who raised their voice for child care this ...more
June 4, 2026
Update on Steady Child Care: Municipality of Anchorage Child Care and Early Education Sector Stimulus Program Funding Timeline
thread, in partnership with the Anchorage Child Care and Early Education Board (ACCEE), would like to provide an update regarding ...more
June 1, 2026
New ServicePortal Feature: Updating Your Program’s Information
An exciting new feature is now available for child care program administrators! Users with administrative access for a program will ...more
June 1, 2026
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