May 13, 2024
National Take Your Parents to the Playground Day.
A child's primary job is to play. The more they play, the healthier, smarter and happier they are. Unfortunately, as we get
older, the importance of play tends to take a backseat to work and other adult responsibilities. It's important to take a
moment and remember that play is beneficial for people of all ages. It can add joy to life, relieve stress, improve brain
function, boost creativity, connect people to others and make work more productive and enjoyable.
The third Sunday in May, this year the 19th, is National Take Your Parents to the Playground Day. This is a great opportunity
for families to get fresh air and spend quality time together.
Share information with parents on the benefits of play and physical activity recommendations. Encourage them to get to a
playground with their children on the 19th or one day that week. Maybe arrange a group meet up at a local playground so
parents have a chance to network with one another and get to know more about program staff, and you get a chance to see
how the family interacts outside of your program.
For more information on the benefits of physical activity for people of all ages, visit the
World Health Organization (WHO) website.
Happy playing!
May 08, 2024
National Provider Appreciation Day is May 10 - THANK YOU!
As a child care provider you play a pivotal role in the development, education and well-being of our youngest children.
You read stories, sing songs, dance silly dances, serve healthy snacks and meals, clean up messes, plan stimulating activities,
kiss boo-boos, give hugs, high-fives and handshakes… and that's all in the first hour on the job. 😊 You also work closely
with co-workers and other service providers, attend training, complete paperwork, and communicate with families every day.
You are a pillar of the community- a constant in a child's life and families know they can depend on you to provide them
with quality care.
In honor of National Provider Appreciation Day, we want to take a moment to say we see you.
We recognize
the enormous contributions you make to our communities and we are grateful for all you do each and every day to provide safe and healthy
environments for children and their families!
May 08, 2024
El dia nacional de apreciación al proveedor es mayo 10 - ¡Gracias!
Como proveedor de cuidado infantil usted juega un rol esencial en el desarrollo, educación y bienestar de nuestros niños mas
jóvenes. Usted lee historias, canta canciones, baila bailes graciosos, sirve meriendas y comidas saludables, limpia desordenes,
planea actividades estimulantes, besa heridas, da abrazos, choca las cinco y da apretones de mano… y eso es todo en la primera
hora del trabajo. 😊 Usted también trabaja cercanamente con compañeros de trabajo y otros proveedores de servicio, atiende
capacitaciones, completa papelería, y se comunica con familias cada dia. Usted es un pilar de la comunidad – un constante en la
vida de los niños y las familias saben que pueden depender de usted para proveerles cuidado de calidad.
En honor al dia nacional de apreciación al proveedor, queremos tomarnos un momento para decirles que los vemos.
Nosotros reconocemos
las contribuciones enormes que usted hace para nuestras comunidades y estamos agradecidos por todo lo que usted hace cada y
todos los días para proveer ambientes seguros y saludables para los niños y sus familias.
May 08, 2024
Happy Provider Appreciation Week!
In honor of you and all you do for the children and families of New York State, we are excited to share this
message
of thanks from the New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute.