Child Care Resource-Referral

08/26/2026

We are so proud of our Southwest Oklahoma THRIVE community and our very own Athena Jarvis!
Their kindness and dedication helped provide suitcases and backpacks for children in foster care and host home families across Southwest Oklahoma. What a wonderful reminder of the difference we can make when our community comes together!

08/25/2026

THE GPCCRR ROAD TRIP IS BACK!

We’re hittin’ the road with our Wonky Donkey September 23–October 26, and we want to visit YOU! 💙

If you’d like your program to be one of our Road Trip stops, complete your Update Form by September 11th!

1. Programs must be located within the GPCCRR service area to participate.

2. Stops are FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE, so don’t wait to register!

3. If your program is selected for a stop, you’ll receive an email the week of September 14th with details of stops.

We can’t wait to hit the road, visit our amazing child care providers, share resources, and have a little Wonky Donkey fun along the way! 🫏

👉 Register by completing your Update Form:
https://form.jotform.com/262005351094145

Registration deadline: September 11th!

08/17/2026

Hello Directors and Administrators,

Just a friendly reminder that our first Elevate Director Network meeting is tomorrow! We are so excited to bring local child care leaders together for a morning of connection, conversation, and support.

Tuesday, August 18, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Great Plains Child Care Resource & Referral – Lawton Office
3 Crusader Drive, Lawton, OK 73505

Haven’t registered yet? That’s okay, you can still attend!

If you’re planning to join us, please take a moment to register using the link below so we know to expect you:

Register for Elevate:
https://form.jotform.com/262095569143160

08/17/2026

Training Cancellation Notice

Due to low enrollment, our upcoming Safe Sleep Training has been cancelled.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to seeing you at one of our future Safe Sleep trainings!

Please continue to follow our page for information about upcoming training opportunities.

08/07/2026

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07/31/2026

Safe Sleep Trainings Are Here!

We’re excited to offer Safe Sleep Trainings throughout the year to help child care professionals stay informed and confident in creating safe sleep environments for infants.

Registration is required for all training sessions.
Please reserve your spot by following the registration link below.

We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming training and supporting you in providing the safest care possible! 💙

Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/262094088707161

07/30/2026

🚨 Last Chance to Register! 🚨

There's still time to join us THIS SATURDAY for the FREE PBS KIDS EdCamp—but registration won't stay open much longer!

If you've never experienced an EdCamp, this is your opportunity to discover why educators across the country love this participant-driven approach to professional learning. You'll collaborate with fellow educators, explore ideas that matter to you, and leave with practical strategies and free PBS KIDS resources you can use right away.

💙 FREE to attend
💙 Professional development hours
💙 Educator-led conversations
💙 PBS KIDS resources
💙 Networking with fellow early childhood professionals

Don't miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and be inspired.

🎟 Register today and join us this Saturday!

Tag a friend or coworker who should come with you! 👇
https://www.okaeyc.org/event-details/pbs-kids-ed-camp-3

07/30/2026

07/29/2026

Register by clicking on this link:

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ejsgvw9/lp/00969da2-e80f-451a-a681-ab3ec11c6aad

07/20/2026

🧠 FREE Training Opportunity for Early Childhood Professionals! 🧠

🌟 Calling all teachers, childcare providers, social workers, case managers, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in child development! 🌟

Join us for Zero to Three: The Growing Brain (Units 1 & 6) and discover how early brain development impacts behavior, learning, relationships, and social-emotional growth in children from birth to age 5.

This engaging professional development training will explore:
✅ Brain development and function
✅ How early experiences shape behavior
✅ Strategies to support healthy development
✅ Understanding challenging behaviors in young children

📅 July 24, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Western Technology Center, Hobart, OK
💲 FREE

Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the growing brain and gain practical tools to support young children and families.
🔗 Register here:https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/cMxFRqVAnf or scan the QR code on the flyer!