Child Care Aware

Strengthening Your Child Care Business: Mastering the Toolkit for Success
2025-05-22 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago)
Ready to improve your child care business? This webinar will introduce the Strengthening Business Practices Toolkit, packed with tools to help you streamline operations, manage finances, and build a solid foundation for growth. Whether you’re just starting or looking to improve, this session will give you practical steps to make your business stronger and more successful.

Easily Customize Your Child Care Forms, Policies, and Templates for Success
2025-06-11 13:30 - 14:30
Join us for a webinar exploring the customizable forms, policies, and templates available through Show Me Child Care Resources! Learn how to easily tailor these essential documents to fit your child care center’s unique needs. From enrollment forms to staff handbooks, we’ll show you how to save time and stay compliant while ensuring your policies reflect your center’s values and practices. Whether you’re starting fresh or updating your current documents, this session will provide you with the tools you need for success

Discover New Missouri Resources for Child Care Educators
2025-07-16 13:30 - 14:30
Join us to explore new resources available to child care educators in Missouri. Learn about tools and support programs designed to improve your operations, enhance staff development, and elevate the quality of care. This session will equip you with valuable resources to help your center thrive.

Building Strong Connections: Engaging Families in Your Child Care Program
2025-08-13 13:30 - 14:30
Join us for a webinar on effective strategies for engaging families in your child care program. Learn how to build strong partnerships with parents, improve communication, and create a welcoming environment that supports family involvement. Discover practical tips to foster collaboration and ensure families feel valued and connected to their child’s learning and development. This session will provide you with the tools to strengthen your relationships with families and enhance the overall experience at your center.

Reducing Risk: Strategies for Safer Child Care Programs
2025-08-28 13:30 - 14:30
Join us for a webinar focused on practical strategies to reduce risk and ensure safety in your child care program. Learn about best practices for health and safety, risk management techniques, and how to prevent common hazards. We’ll cover key policies and procedures that can protect both children and staff, as well as how to stay compliant with regulations. This session will equip you with the tools to create a safer, more secure environment for everyone in your care.

Active Learning: Incorporating Physical Activities into Your Child Care Program
2025-09-10 13:30 - 14:30
Join us for a webinar on how to incorporate fun and effective physical activities into your child care program. Learn how movement and play can enhance children’s development, improve motor skills, and support overall well-being. We’ll provide practical ideas for age-appropriate activities, tips for creating an active environment, and strategies for encouraging children to stay engaged and active throughout the day. This session will help you create a dynamic and healthy program that benefits both the children and staff.

Onboarding Made Easy: Employee Orientation Toolkit for Child Care Programs
2025-09-25 13:30 - 14:30
Join us to learn how to use the Employee Orientation Toolkit to streamline your onboarding process. We’ll walk you through key resources like checklists, policies, and training materials to help new staff feel supported and set up for success. This session will provide you with practical tools to build a confident, well-prepared team.

Igniting Curiosity: STEAM Resources for Child Care Programs
2025-10-08 13:30 - 14:30
Join us for a webinar focused on incorporating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) activities into your child care program. Learn about creative and engaging resources to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in young children. We’ll share age-appropriate ideas, tools, and strategies to bring STEAM learning into your everyday activities, helping foster a love of exploration and discovery in your classroom.

Supporting Social & Emotional Growth in Child Care Programs
2025-10-23 13:30 - 14:30
Join us for a webinar focused on promoting social and emotional development in young children. Learn practical strategies to help children build self-awareness, manage emotions, and develop positive relationships with peers. We’ll cover activities, tips, and tools to create a supportive environment where emotional growth is encouraged, laying the foundation for lifelong skills. This session will provide you with the resources to help children thrive emotionally and socially in your care.

Healthy Celebrations: Creating Fun, Nutritious Events in Your Child Care Program
2025-11-05 13:30 - 14:30
Join us for a webinar on how to plan and execute healthy celebrations in your child care program. Learn creative ideas for fun, nutritious snacks, activities, and party themes that promote well-being without compromising on fun. We’ll share tips for including physical activity, mindful eating, and inclusive practices in your celebrations, helping children enjoy special moments while staying healthy. This session will equip you with everything you need to make your celebrations both exciting and health-conscious!
