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Child care providers: Learn more about Montana’s Treasures!The ECFSD Quality Team is hosting two virtual informational T...
09/07/2026

Child care providers: Learn more about Montana’s Treasures!

The ECFSD Quality Team is hosting two virtual informational Town Halls to introduce Montana’s Treasures (MTT), the new Quality Recognition System going live in MAQCS on October 1, 2026.

These sessions are designed to help providers better understand their quality recognition options and learn how to navigate the MTT application process within MAQCS. ECP credits are available.

Choose the session that works best for you:

📅 September 16 | 6–7 PM
Register here: https://www.mtecpregistry.mtecp.org/v7/trainings/search/(slider-new:531249/detail)

📅 September 19 | 9–10 AM
Register here: https://www.mtecpregistry.mtecp.org/v7/trainings/search/(slider-new:531250/detail)

Happy Labor Day from SPARK Montana! 💛Today, we’re celebrating Montana’s early childhood professionals and the important ...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from SPARK Montana! 💛

Today, we’re celebrating Montana’s early childhood professionals and the important work you do every day to care for children, support families, and strengthen communities across our state.

Thank you for the time, energy, and heart you bring to this work. We hope you have a safe and restful Labor Day!

We are so proud of Vanessa! Thanks to Zero to Five Montana for teaming up for this great session.
09/07/2026

We are so proud of Vanessa! Thanks to Zero to Five Montana for teaming up for this great session.

🌟 Supporting the Whole Child: A FREE Mini Conference in Glasgow! 🌟Join SPARK Montana on Saturday, October 3 at the Cotto...
09/06/2026

🌟 Supporting the Whole Child: A FREE Mini Conference in Glasgow! 🌟

Join SPARK Montana on Saturday, October 3 at the Cottonwood Inn in Glasgow for a full day of learning designed to support children, families, and early childhood professionals.

The best part? It’s completely FREE—and you can attend one session, two sessions, or all three! Choose the topics that fit your interests and schedule.

📍 Digging to the Root of Challenging Behavior
🕤 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Register: https://www.mtecpregistry.mtecp.org/register.aspx?evid=530820

📍 Supporting Families of Children with Disabilities
🕧 12:30–2:30 p.m.
Register: https://www.mtecpregistry.mtecp.org/register.aspx?evid=530821

📍 Supporting Children Impacted by Substance Use Disorder
🕝 2:30–4:30 p.m.
Register: https://www.mtecpregistry.mtecp.org/register.aspx?evid=530822

Choose the session—or sessions—that are most useful to you and spend the day building practical knowledge you can take back to the children and families you serve.

Questions or need help registering? Our SPARK Montana Help Desk is here to help!
📞 406-481-3728
📧 [email protected]
💬 Or connect with us through the web chat at sparkmontana.com

We hope to see you in Glasgow!

October is Crunch Time! 🍎🥕🍅Registration is OPEN for the Montana Crunch Off! 🎉This October, join schools, early care and ...
09/05/2026

October is Crunch Time! 🍎🥕🍅
Registration is OPEN for the Montana Crunch Off! 🎉

This October, join schools, early care and education sites, organizations, farmers, families, and crunchy-food lovers across Montana as we CRUNCH into local foods to celebrate National Farm to School Month, Montana producers, and nutritious foods!

🍎 Pick a local food.
🥕 Gather your people.
🍅 Take a BIG CRUNCH!
📣 Register your Crunch and help Montana reach the top!

The goal? Tally the most Crunches per capita across the state! Every Crunch counts. 🙌

👉 Register your Crunch:
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/db19e13bd43f40e290b73ac2a3da821b [survey123.arcgis.com]

Looking for ways to make your Crunch extra fun? Check out the Montana Crunch Guide for activities, recipes, celebration ideas, and more!

📚 Find the Crunch Guide and all the details:
https://www.montana.edu/mtfarmtoschool/mt-crunch-time.html [montana.edu]

So…what will YOU Crunch? 🍎🥕🌽

Have a question but not sure where to start? Start with the SPARK Help Desk. 💛You don’t need to know exactly who to cont...
09/04/2026

Have a question but not sure where to start? Start with the SPARK Help Desk. 💛

You don’t need to know exactly who to contact or which resource you need before reaching out. Our Help Desk can help answer questions, locate resources, and point you toward the right next step.

📞 406-481-3728
📧 [email protected]

Does teaching math make you a little nervous? ➕➖ You may already be teaching more math than you realize!Everyday Math in...
09/03/2026

Does teaching math make you a little nervous? ➕➖ You may already be teaching more math than you realize!

Everyday Math in Early Childhood will explore simple ways to introduce math concepts through everyday activities, play, and your classroom environment. You’ll walk away with practical ideas that make math feel approachable—for you and the children in your care.

📅 September 14
⏰ 6–8 p.m.

Register here:
https://www.mtecpregistry.mtecp.org/register.aspx?evid=530902

There’s still time to apply for the Pyramid Model for Infants and Toddlers cohort! 💛This free professional development o...
09/02/2026

There’s still time to apply for the Pyramid Model for Infants and Toddlers cohort! 💛

This free professional development opportunity is designed for providers currently working with infants and toddlers. Participants who complete the full series can earn 40 hours toward a CDA.

📅 Applications close September 7
👶 Applicants must currently work with infants and toddlers
✨ Space is limited, and applying does not guarantee acceptance

Ready to apply? Visit:
https://sparkmontana.com/cohort-application/

Responsive feeding helps keep infants safe, supported, and comfortable during bottle feeding. Remember: bottles should n...
09/01/2026

Responsive feeding helps keep infants safe, supported, and comfortable during bottle feeding.

Remember: bottles should never be propped, and infants should be held in a semi-sitting or upright position while feeding.

Have questions about infant feeding requirements or best practices? The SPARK Help Desk is here to help connect you with answers and resources.

📞 406-481-3728
📧 [email protected]

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