Great Start to Quality Kent Resource Center

09/05/2026

The little connections you make today can have a lifelong impact on a child.
Join us for Little Connections That Matter, an in-person training where you'll learn practical, research-based strategies to strengthen family engagement, improve communication, and build lasting partnerships with the families you serve.

📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Kent ISD: 864 Crahen Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 (Parking Lot #6)
MiRegistry Event #201257

We look forward to seeing you there!
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09/04/2026

Looking for child care in Kent County? We’ve got you!

Finding the right child care doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Our Child Care Navigators can do the legwork for you and help you find child care options
that fit your family’s needs.

It’s FREE. It’s personalized. And we’re here to help!

Call 616-447-5678
Email: [email protected]

Let us help you find the right care for your family!

09/04/2026

We’re helping families find quality child care every week, and we’d love to include your program.

Do you have open spots available?
Reply to the text from our Child Care Navigation Team to be added to this week’s list of Great Start to Quality Kent Resource Center Quality Leveled child care providers with openings. This list is shared with families actively searching for care and trusted community partners supporting them.

Not receiving our messages?
Text “ALL” to 844-708-5250 to join.

Together, we’re connecting families with quality early learning opportunities and supporting strong child care programs across Kent County.

Need support? Call 616-447-5678

09/03/2026

When Families Face Homelessness: How Child Care Providers Can Help!

Learn how child care providers can better support families experiencing homelessness and connect them with helpful resources.

📅 September 9 | 5:30–8:30 PM
💻 Live on Zoom
✅ FREE for all Kent County programs
🔎 Register on MiRegistry: Event #10554

Please share with your team and other child care professionals who may benefit!

09/02/2026

FREE Early Childhood Training Starting TOMORROW!

Join Kent District Library and Great Start to Quality Kent Resource Center for FREE September trainings on:

Stress & Early Development
Purpose of Play

First session: Tomorrow, September 3 at 6:30 PM!

Register today at MiRegistry.org using the Event ID 201004.

Spots may be limited; don’t wait!

District Library

09/02/2026

I loved spending time with preschoolers at Tata's Day Care! The Great Start to Quality Kent Resource Center is a wonderful partner for a childcare centers in our community and for parents!

09/01/2026

Finding the right child care can feel overwhelming, but families don’t have to do it alone.

Our Great Start to Quality Kent Resource Center team offers FREE Child Care Navigation support to help Kent County families explore child care options that fit their needs.

Thank you, Maranda, for helping us spread the word about this important resource for families in our community! 💙

Thanks to Great Start to Quality, West Michigan families can receive free resources and help finding exceptional child care in their community!

Learn more below!

08/27/2026

Join us on September 17 for an in-person training focused on building stronger partnerships with families.

Learn simple strategies and digital tools to improve communication, build trust, and support children’s learning, development, and behavior.

Location:
Kent ISD – Kent Resource Center
864 Crahen Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Parking Lot #6

We hope to see you there!