Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning

Students at Laura Angela’s Family Child Care Learning Home in Thomasville are back from summer break and learning all about their five senses! 👂👃✋👀👅 From listening to directions and smelling vanilla to touching the dough, seeing their painted icing and, most importantly, tasting those delicious cookies! 🍪 What a sweet way to learn!

Georgia Child Care Business Owners
Connect with fellow child care business owners through the Thrive Pathway Business Learning Community — a collaborative space to share ideas, discuss challenges, and discover practical strategies for building a stronger, more sustainable business.
Numerous August sessions available!
🟢Wednesday 8/19 at 12 - 1PM: Sales & Marketing
🟢Tuesday 8/25 at 4 – 5PM: Revenue Streams & Growth
🟢Wednesday 8/26 at 11AM – 12PM: Sales & Marketing

Thrive Pathway topics:
🎯 Sales & Marketing: Connect with fellow child care business owners to share ideas, discuss marketing strategies, and explore ways to attract new families, increase enrollment, and strengthen your program's visibility.

📈 Revenue Streams & Growth: Collaborate with peers to exchange ideas for increasing revenue, improving financial sustainability, and identifying opportunities to grow your business while managing resources effectively.

Register and pick your sessions today: bit.ly/4fQUZWv

📣 Don't miss the CAPS Provider Relations Webinar!

Join us on August 26 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET for updates, tips, and guidance on payment requests, scholarships, Increase Rate Requests, and more. Bring your questions and participate in this interactive session designed to help providers avoid delays and stay informed.

Register Today: ad5559e0-6882-4ed1-9551-7bcaf12351e8@b8e0a1a4-a274-4c23-97e9-608b64c12f4e" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ad5559e0-6882-4ed1-9551-7bcaf12351e8@b8e0a1a4-a274-4c23-97e9-608b64c12f4e

Attention 2 and 3 Star QR FCCLH providers! It is time to apply for the LITTLE Grant...Lifting Infants and Toddlers Through Language-rich Environments. Apply today: https://decal.smapply.us/prog/2026_little_family_child_care_learning_home_grant_application/

GET Moving with PALS!

Get ready for a fun and informative day of learning! In partnership with DECAL Nutrition Services and the DPH North Central Health District SHINE Program, the Physical Activity Learning Session (PALS) Workshop will be held on September 19, 2026. Discover practical, easy-to-implement strategies that support active play and healthy development in early childhood programs.

Participants will receive 5 state-approved training hours through Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning upon completion of the training.

Register by September 10th by visiting nchd52.org/shine-pals or scanning the QR code on the flyer.

🍑 August is National Peach Month!

Celebrate Georgia’s sweetest harvest by serving fresh, juicy peaches in your program. Children can enjoy peaches on their own as slices, paired with cottage cheese, or added to a delicious breakfast parfait.

Keep kids cool and hydrated with a refreshing Peach & Mint Infused Water: https://bit.ly/4fwvHhA

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Good Morning, Carrollton City and Charlton and Thomas County Schools! Welcome to your

Good Morning, Carrollton City and Charlton and Thomas Counties! Welcome to your