Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning

Children in Ms. Nazia and Ms. Norma’s class at American Learning Center in Norcross had a wonderful time exploring the engaging Summer Transition Program (STP) materials! Parents were also surprised with special gifts. A big thank you to STP Coaches Clarita and Maggie for helping make the day so memorable for children and families alike! 🎁📚✨

GA Child Care Owners: Don’t Worry! It’s Easy to Start Thriving! Use DECAL’s Getting Started Guide to the Thriving Child Care Business Academy at https://bit.ly/STARTTHRIVINGHERE (or just email [email protected] for help.

Rain showers couldn’t stop the fun at McGinnis Woods Preschool in Alpharetta! 🫧 Children enjoyed a Bubble Blast this morning, filling the air with bubbles and smiles. Even the rain couldn’t pop their happy spirits!

Ga Child Care Business Owners and Administrators are using strategies learned during One-on-One Coaching from Civitas Strategies to dig deep into the decisions that can actually move the needle financially for their programs. The free, 30-minute virtual sessions are available through the DECAL Thriving Child Care Business Academy. The meetings between coaches and business owners often develop into trusted relationships. From financial management and marketing to taxes and technology, these aren’t just conversations. They’re catalysts. During the calls,
Coaches Offer…
✅ Clear Strategies
✅ Confidence to Make Decisions
✅ Continuing Support
…For a Range of Business Challenges:
📌 Sales & Marketing: Clarify pricing, set reasonable enrollment targets, create impactful messaging to families
📌 Utilizing Technology: Simplify admin tasks with tools like Google Drive + Forms
📌 Financial Planning: Make informed decisions about leases, risk, and growth
📌 Retirement & Tax Prep: Understand credits, depreciation, and compliance for discussion with tax and financial advisors
📌 Risk & Growth Management: Know when and how to expand

Sign up for one-on-one coaching through Thriving Child Care Business Academy today at https://wkf.ms/3Univ4i. Sign up for one-on-one coaching through Thriving Child Care Business Academy today at https://wkf.ms/3Univ4i. Questions? Email [email protected].

Sheltering Arms Summer Transition Program recently hosted a “Donuts for Dads” event, bringing families together to celebrate father figures and enjoy a sweet morning of connection, learning, and community.

Rebecca Sheetz, LPC, with Ser Familia Inc., spoke with parents at Sheltering Arms in Chamblee about emotions, behavior, and anxiety. Her insightful presentation provided families with valuable tools and strategies to support their children’s emotional well-being and healthy development.

Supporting First Lady of Georgia Marty Kemp and Mayor Andre Dickens in Georgia’s anti-human trafficking campaign.

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Making a splash with creativity! 🐠🐙 Students at All Smiles In-Home Childcare in Thomasville are exploring ocean life by tracing and creating their own sea creatures. Hands-on activities like these help build fine motor skills while sparking imagination and learning.

Clayton Adams, Lead Coordinator for Community Partnerships, met with volunteers supporting the Happy Helpings Summer Feeding Program in Rabun County. Thanks to their dedication, more than 450 children receive nutritious meals each day this summer.