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4Cs had the opportunity to participate in two wonderful community events recently. On April 23rd, 4Cs joined Rebuilding Together and dozens of volunteers to help make significant improvements to a family child care home in East Palo Alto. At the home of one of our Quality Counts participants, we painted inside and out, renovated the entire backyard environment including play structures, and enhanced an indoor play space. The family child care provider was thrilled with the support and the results, and the children *love* their renovated environment.
 
On May 4, 4Cs’ newly formed Parent Voices chapter joined 600+ others at the State Capitol for Stand for Children Day. One of our own members addressed the crowd and spoke movingly about the need for a system that better supports families and the importance of making sure every child has the opportunity to be provided high quality early care and education.
 
As much as we do in the office, it is so inspiring to join others locally and state-wide, who are committed to bringing about the changes needed to truly support San Mateo County’s families and children.

In partnership,
David Fleishman
Executive Director
 

                      

WHAT'S NEW AT 4Cs?
4Cs is Hiring! 

Do you dream of working in education and making a difference in the lives of the children of San Mateo County? Now's your chance! 4Cs is hiring a Bilingual Client Services Coordinator, a Payment Coordinator, and a Family Eligibility Coordinator. Fluency in English/Spanish preferred. These are all great opportunities for you as an educator to share your passion with our families. 4Cs is looking for you! Come and join our amazing team of caring, devoted staff!
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Employment opportunities in Early Childhood Education! 

Are you looking for a job in the Early Childhood Education field? Check out a few of these employment opportunities.
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HELP YOUR CHILD REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL
 
From infancy to Kindergarten, your child will grow and change dramatically. Know what to expect by tracking your child’s development. Developmental screenings are used to tell if children are learning basic skills when they should.  Screenings measure how children learn, speak, move, behave, and relate to others. Our staff will provide results and offer support if needed. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends ALL children receive regular developmental screenings. Book your appointment today. It’s free and easy!! Contact us at (650) 517-1444.
 
 
AYUDE A SU HIJO A ALCANZAR SU MAXIMO POTENCIAL
 
Desde la infancia hasta la edad de cinco años, su hijo crecerá y cambiara drásticamente. Sepa que esperar mediante el seguimiento del desarrollo de su hijo.  Las valoraciones de desarrollo son usadas para determinar si su hijo está aprendiendo las habilidades básicas cuando debe ser.  Estas valoraciones miden cómo el niño está aprendiendo, hablando, moviéndose, comportándose y cómo se relaciona con los demás.  Nuestros profesionales le entregaran los resultados y ofrecerán el apoyo que sea necesario. La Academia Americana de Pedíatras recomienda que TODOS los niños deben recibir valoraciones de desarrollo periódicamente.  Reserve su cita hoy, es un servicio gratis y fácil! Comuníquese con nosotros al (650) 517-1444.
 
 
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Survey Reminder for families in the Alternative Payment Program!
Please remember to take a few moments to complete the Parent Survey you received via email. If you did not receive a link for the survey, please call your Family Eligibility Coordinator. Your participation is greatly appreciated.  Responses are due by Tuesday, May 24, 2016. 
 
Recordatorio para las familias en el Programa de Pagos Alternativos!
Por favor de tomar unos minutos para completar la Encuesta para Padres que recibió por correo electrónico. Si usted no recibio la encuesta, por favor llame a su trabajadora de familia. Apreciamos su participación. Tenemos que recibir su respuesta antes del 24 de mayo de 2016. 
 
Prácticas de Salud Preventiva Pediátrica
Preventative Health Practices

21 de Mayo |  7:00AM - 3:00PM
May 21 |  7:00AM - 3:00PM

NUEVA FECHA. UN DIA UNICAMENTE
                     THIS IS A ONE DAY TRAINING


This is a bilingual workshop (English/Spanish)

Cost: $80.00

These classes meet the Community Care Licensing 16-hour health and safety requirement and are approved and certified EMSA. Preventative Health is a one day training. You must attend the full day in order to obtain the license. In consideration of the participants and instructor, children will not be permitted in the class. Please note no refunds will be given / or spaces reserved without payment. Space is limited, register soon. Please bring a bagged lunch or snack.

Costo: $80.00  
Esta clase es parte del requisito de 16 horas que Community Care Licensing exige para obtener Licencia de cuidado infantil e incluye el nuevo requerimiento en NUTRICION efectivo desde Enero 1 2016. Aprobado y Certificado por EMSA. En consideración a los demás participantes y el instructor, los niños no están permitidos en la clase Por favor tenga en cuenta no se darán reembolsos / ni se reservan espacios sin pago. El espacio es limitado regístrese pronto. Por favor empacar una merienda o almuerzo.
 
REGISTRESE AHORA
RCP Pediátrica en Español
28 de Mayo |  8AM - 12:00PM (Part 1 of 2)
4 de Juno
|  8AM - 12:00PM (Part 2 of 2)


$100.00 para dos dias 

Esta clase es parte del requisito de 16 horas que Community Care Licensing exige para obtener licencia  de cuidado infantil. Aprobado y Certificado por EMSA. Los proveedores deben repetir la clase de RCP Pediátrica cada dos ( 2 ) años para mantener la certificación. En consideración a los demás participantes y el instructor, los niños no están permitidos en la clase. El espacio es limitado regístrese pronto. Por favor empacar una merienda o almuerzo. Por favor tenga en cuenta que no se darán reembolsos / ni se reservan espacios sin pago.

Solo se aceptan pagos en cheque, Money Order o cash.
 
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Parent Voices Monthly Meeting 
June 8|  6:00PM - 8:30PM



What a huge success Stand for Children Day was! Join the San Mateo County Parent Voices chapter for our next meeting, where we will debrief about Stand for Children Day to understand how the day impacted parents. In addition, we will learn how to write a letter to local legislators and form a Parent Voices leadership committee. 
 
Parents, children, child care providers, and family advocates are all invited!

We will provide child care and a light dinner.
 
REGISTER HERE
SAVE THE DATE: Miss Spider's Tea Party
June 28|  12:30AM - 2:30PM



Save the Date for Miss Spider's Tea Party. Share Tea sandwiches, tea, and snacks with 4Cs Staff. This a fun time for children and families!

The Tea Party is a FREE event and will be held at the Sobrato Center for Non-Profits in the Shoreway Room.
 
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A FEW GREAT READS
Community Gatepath's family resource center summer community guide 2016

It’s that time of year when we are starting to look for summer camps. Community Gathpath has done some research for you to help cut through the camp clutter. They have compiled a list of camps by Parks and Recreation Departments (by city), camp websites throughout the Peninsula and San Mateo County, in addition to camps for children with special needs (that includes year round activities).
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What’s The Relationship Between Infant/Toddler Development and School Readiness?

Developmental Foundations of School Readiness for Infants and Toddlers: A Research to Practice Report by Dr. Diane M. Horm (2016) summarizes research about development during the first three years in order to highlight areas that are foundational for later school readiness and success. This information can be used as a guide by programs to inform their practices and policies and to help programs think about their own theories of change or strategies for continuous improvement and what outcomes they are most focused on improving for young children. 
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Lively Minds: Distinctions between Academic versus Intellectual Goals for Young Children by Lilian G. Katz, PhD

Academic goals are those concerned with the mastery of small discrete elements of embodied information, usually related to pre-literacy skills in the early years, and practiced in drills, worksheets, and other kinds of exercises designed to prepare children for the next levels of literacy and numeracy learning. Intellectual goals and their related activities, on the other hand, are those that address the life of the mind in its fullest sense... including a range of aesthetic and moral sensibilities.
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Dr. Patricia Kuhl and Dr. Andrew Meltzoff on Brain Power: Why Early Learning Matters

Dr. Patricia Kuhl and Dr. Andrew Meltzoff, co-directors of the University of Washington Institute for Learning and Brain Sciences, explain how a child's formative years impact their academic achievement all the way through college at the Education Nation Summit.
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4 Things Kindergarten Teachers Want You to Know
by Karen and Tom Buchanan

Kindergarten teachers are passionate about partnering with the families of their students. When families and teachers work together, kids win! Here are four things that kindergarten teachers want you know.
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Asthma treatment: 3 steps to better asthma control

Follow this three-step approach to keep asthma symptoms under control and prevent asthma attacks.
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CHECK OUT THESE COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Take Back Your Breath! #AsthmaAwarenessMonth

July 5|  12:00PM 
 


San Mateo County Asthma Coalition meets quarterly to address asthma prevention and control in the county. 

Location: (Silicon Valley Community Foundation Room 115)

Our mailing address is:
SMC Health System
2000 Alameda De Las Pulgas
San Mateo, CA 94403

Also, having an Asthma Action Plan can be very helpful to keep track of your child's Asthma.

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California Child Care Licensing Resources for Parents and Families

The Child Care Licensing Program is pleased to announce the soft launch of our new
e-learning modules!  These online modules were accomplished as a result of the Federal Race to the Top-Early Learning Challenge Grant.  It is our vision that these e-Learning modules will serve to educate child care providers on how to ensure compliance with licensing laws and regulations, provide technical assistance to child care providers and consumers related to health and safety of children, and provide the public and licensing staff with resources and information related to child care licensing.

How are Community Care Licensing regulations and requirements put into practice? Watch these brief, informative videos and learn how you can contribute to the health and safety of children in child care facilities.

In California certain providers of child care are not legally required to be licensed. Learn the difference between licensed and license-exempt care.

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Affordable Housing Options in San Mateo County as of February 2016

Share this updated list of affordable housing options with other parents.

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