Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children

We have a great position open for a Director of External Relations and Development. Please share with all who might be interested. https://www.idahoaeyc.org/careers/director-external-relations-development

We are so incredibly proud to have Dr. Robert Sanchez at the helm of our organization as we head into a new era of advancing early childhood education in Idaho.

💎Read the article to hear Dr. Sanchez' story and why he is motivated to move the needle for Idaho's children and families!💎

Thank you to Idaho Education News for the opportunity to highlight his passion for education.

Idaho Education News

Sanchez’s life experiences will help guide him as new executive director of AEYC The Nampa native said his background helps him understand that “Idaho’s families and children face significant barriers and challenges.”

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📢 Calling all child care providers! 📢

Join us for a FREE Webinar hosted by Wonderschool: Business Basics for Child Care Programs

📅: June 17
🕕: 6:00 PM M.S.T.
🎓: Receive IdahoSTARS training hours!

In this session, you'll learn essential business practices to help your small child care program thrive. We'll cover:

✅ Developing a written business plan
✅ Pricing your program
✅ Creating a budget
✅ Determining staffing needs
✅ Record keeping

You'll also explore business plan examples, understand market research for setting tuition prices, and have the chance for 1:1 coaching and technical assistance!

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your child care business!

Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEuc-yhqjwqH9YMjafAqeJLmuisYa_kKxou #/registration

✨Meet our new Executive Director, Dr. Robert Sanchez!✨

Dr. Sanchez comes to Idaho AEYC with vast experience in education and leadership. We are so excited to have him lead our organization in pursuing an Idaho where all children thrive!

What questions do you have for Dr. Sanchez? Comment below! ⬇️

🚀 Exciting Idaho AEYC Update! 🚀

We are thrilled to announce Dr. Robert Sanchez as the new Executive Director of Idaho AEYC! 🎉

A proud Idaho native, Dr. Sanchez brings decades of experience in strategic leadership, educational innovation, and community engagement. His vision and dedication will propel our mission forward, creating an Idaho where all children THRIVE!

Join us in welcoming Dr. Sanchez to the Idaho AEYC team!

Read the full press release here 🔗:https://www.idahoaeyc.org/blog/idaho-aeyc-welcomes-new-executive-director-dr-robert-sanchez

Very proud of Idaho AEYC’s Heather Lee !

📚🌞 Join the fun with our Ready for Kindergarten - Idaho team at the Summer Reading & Learning Celebration hosted by Boise Public Library! Happening this Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at JUMP Boise in downtown Boise.

Enjoy live music, engaging storytime, delicious food, exciting scavenger hunts, and so much more! This FREE event promises fun for all ages. Don't miss out – we can't wait to see you there!

What is your organization doing to move ID ECCE options forward?

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Does your organization work to improve ECCE options for Idaho children birth through 5? We need your help! Tell us what you’re doing to improve the landscape for kids in Idaho.

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Child Care Providers and Early Education Professionals are the foundation of our communities!

This week and beyond, we pay tribute to them and all those whose work creates a brighter and more equitable future for students, families, and educators alike.
Celebrate an Early Childhood Professional by tagging them below!

Remember to thank them this Friday and everyday!

Download a printable appreciation card here: https://www.idahoaeyc.org/family-resources

Every day, teachers are pouring their heart, soul, and hard work into Idaho’s children; providing opportunities for growth, learning and connection.

A huge thank you to Idaho's teachers!

Download a printable card that can be colored by your child and given to their teacher: https://www.idahoaeyc.org/family-resources

And don't forget, Child Care Provider Day is Friday, May 10th!!

Thank you SO MUCH to all of our amazing supporters who showed up for this year's Idaho GIVES! We were able to raise over $7,700.

Your generosity allows us to continue our work of empowering families and early educators as they enable Idaho's children to grow, learn, and thrive!

THANK YOU!

Every minute counts for young and developing minds!

Your support of Idaho AEYC through Idaho Gives helps us continue to provide amazing resources like the kits these young children received at no cost to families!

These young children are engaged with quality materials, and the range of skills they practice is most certainly foundational for lifelong learning!

These pictures are from our partners at the Magic Valley Early Learning Collaborative, and these children are part of the federal migrant program.

Help us continue to provide Idaho's children with opportunities to thrive: https://www.idahogives.org/organizations/idaho-aeyc

Today is the final day of Idaho Gives!

Imagine a parent heading to work, knowing their child is safe and thriving in a nurturing environment with the comfort of knowing their child's care is affordable and accessible. Picture their teacher equipped with the tools and resources to create fun, engaging activities that create a foundation for future learning. That's the transformative difference your support can make. By partnering with Idaho AEYC, you become a champion for every child's potential.

Your donation, at any size, isn't just a gift to Idaho AEYC; it's an investment in Idaho's future.

Make a gift today: https://www.idahogives.org/donate?campaign_id=205235

Idaho AEYC's Strengthening Families Framework and Healthy Outcomes Positive Experiences (HOPE) specialist, Amanda Mills, has done incredible work this year in Idaho!

Her work supports families and early learning professionals in creating safe spaces for children to grow and for families to thrive!

"From these classes I learned that I'm not just a child care provider--what I do is important to the families."

Amanda won a National HOPE Award in March because her work impacts families, school districts, and communities across the state! We would not be able to offer this program without the generous support of our community.

Your gift, no matter the size, helps us continue offering resources that improve the lives of families in Idaho!

Donate Now🔗: https://www.idahogives.org/donate?campaign_id=205235

Picture One: Strengthening Families Parenting Workshop Group in the Treasure Valley
Picture Two: School District Parent Group
Picture Three: STRONG Cohort Participants

Thanks to your incredible support, we've already raised $3,000 through Idaho Gives! 🌟

But we're not done yet – our goal is $15,000 to keep empowering families, early learning professionals, and communities across Idaho!

Every contribution, big or small, makes a huge difference. Join us in making a positive impact, donate to Idaho AEYC today!

Donate Now: https://www.idahogives.org/donate?campaign_id=205235

Idaho AEYC's READY! for Kindergarten program provided 1,500 READY! for Reading kits to families and community partners throughout the state at no cost.

These kits included books, toys, and activities! Thanks, Kuna Library, for sharing these amazing pictures of children receiving their kits!

Idaho AEYC can provide these resources because of our supporters like YOU! Donate to Idaho AEYC today through to help us continue impacting families and communities across Idaho.

🔗: https://www.idahogives.org/organizations/idaho-aeyc

We have raised over $2,000 so far!

Thank you to our friends and family who have donated. Your gift to Idaho AEYC during helps us continue to provide:
🌟 Resources like age-appropriate books and toys to families across the state at no cost!
🌟 Workshops that prepare and support parents as their child's first and most important teacher at no cost!
🌟 Trainings, scholarships, grants and support to child care providers across the state at no cost!

Idaho Gives ends on Thursday, May 2, 2024. Please help us expand our impact by making a gift to Idaho AEYC today!

🔗: https://www.idahogives.org/donate?campaign_id=205235

Help Idaho AEYC create an Idaho where all children thrive!

Make a gift to Idaho AEYC now through May 2, 2024, to help us continue supporting communities, children and families across the state.

🔗: https://www.idahogives.org/donate?campaign_id=205235

Idaho Gives starts on Monday!

Join us and support families and communities across the state of Idaho.

Your gift helps us continue to provide resources to improve early care and education opportunities across the state.

Join Idaho AEYC for Idaho Gives and support an Idaho where all children THRIVE!

🔗: https://www.idahogives.org/donate?campaign_id=205235

Hey Idaho!

Idaho Gives is coming up and we need your support!

Take action and help empower early childhood educators, advocate for policies that benefit children and families, and promote access to quality early learning opportunities for all!

🔗: https://ow.ly/F0Mp50RnAiL