The Learning Beyond Paper cohort is now open! Sign up to receive free access to this digital curriculum with a whole year of lesson plans! Complete your interest form by February 3rd: https://forms.office.com/r/cfbeSsF44c
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Child Care Aware of North Dakota Shared Services Alliance. Are you looking to save time? Would you like to improve cash flow and revenue? Do you want to better support & manage your staff? would you like to improve family communications? Join Child Care Aware of ND’s Shared Services Alliance Today! Learning Beyond paper cohort now open! What will you receive by joining? FREE Access to Learning Beyond Paper a Digital Curriculum with 52 weeks of lesson plans. Learning Beyond Paper is aligned to the ND Early Learning Standards and CLASS Receive access to FREE quarterly kits from Lakeshore to support the Learning Beyond Paper curriculum. Complete Your Interest Form by February 3rd. Join us for an Overview Call on Thursday, February 6th at 7:00pm. Funding provided by the North Dakota department of health and human services, procare solutions, parachute by KidKare, Learning Beyond, Lakeshore, North Dakota Women’s Business Center
#MentoringAmplifies opportunities and we are committed to striving for equity in our pursuit to close the mentoring gap. Today, let’s honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision for a more inclusive world and continue its creation for those to come. As we reflect on his legacy, let’s commit to fostering mentoring relationships that uplift and inspire. Join us at mentoring.org/nmm #MentoringMonth #MLKDay
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service with an animated picture of Dr. King
We have another great training opportunity next week! Register for Directors Tips, Tools, and Strategies now: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tYDJmMWEQM2Ev4iHZUv1Kg This session is designed to equip directors with a robust toolkit of strategies and resources to foster a more dynamic, inclusive, and effective learning environment.
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
DIRECTORS TIPS, TOOLS & STRATEGIES LEVEL 1 - 1 HOUR  ONLINE TRAINING DIRECTORS WILL DELVE INTO EFFECTIVE METHODS TO EMPOWER AND DEVELOP THEIR TEACHING STAFF, AND ACTIVELY INVOLVE FAMILIES IN THEIR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. THIS TRAINING WILL COVER INNOVATIVE APPROACHES FOR DIRECTORS TO SUPPORT TEACHERS IN CRAFTING A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN. THIS PLAN WILL FOCUS ON INDIVIDUAL TEACHER GOALS ALIGNED WITH OVERARCHING PROGRAM OBJECTIVES, ALL AIMED AT ENHANCING CHILD DEVELOPMENT OUTCOMES. ADDITIONALLY, WE WILL DIFFERENTIATE BETWEEN FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AND FAMILY INVOLVEMENT. THIS SESSION IS DESIGNED TO EQUIP DIRECTORS WITH A ROBUST TOOLKIT OF STRATEGIES AND RESOURCES TO FOSTER A MORE DYNAMIC, INCLUSIVE, AND EFFECTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. THURSDAY, JANUARY 23RD 7:00-8:00 PM ONLINE - ZOOM Questions? Contact Child Care Aware® of ND training@ndchildcare.org Or Call 1-800-997-8518 (option 2)
Start the new year with intention and join us for Setting the Stage for Learning: Intentional Environments! This session goes beyond room arrangement. We will discuss how to set the stage for learning, ways that the environment becomes another teacher in the classroom and the emotional environment. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zUIjQ3xgSlewhJoc697VFg#/registration
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Setting the Stage for Learning: Intentional Environments Level 1 - 1 hour  online training This engaging session is designed to empower educators with the skills and knowledge necessary to create inclusive early learning environments that celebrate diversity and promote tolerance. Through a comprehensive exploration of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)'s Position Statement on Advancing Equity, participants will learn how to implement practices that ensure all children feel valued as part of the classroom community. The course will also delve into strategies for actively involving families in their children's education, emphasizing the importance of building a cohesive community of learners. Thursday, January 23rd 7:00-8:00 pm online - zoom Questions? Contact Child Care Aware® of ND training@ndchildcare.org Or Call 1-800-997-8518 (option 2)
We're back and better than ever! Cassie helps Ellendale students know that they've got it when it comes to reading! #AmeriCorps #readingcorps
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
"Tutor Spotlight Cassie Taylor Ellendale Elementary Favorite Part of Tutoring I love seeing the students PM scores go up each week, discussing it with them, and seeing the happy feelings on their face when they know that their hard work is paying off and they are getting better. They've got this!  I Wish Everyone Knew It may look hard at first, but when you get going, it is easy. Make sure you build a relationship with your students, it really helps!"
We know that afterschool programs are impactful for communities, but what does that look like in North Dakota? The Afterschool Alliance put together a fast facts sheet with figures like this one to paint the picture of afterschool: https://nodak.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/NDSEEC-public/EcPqLwCfzuxEuF8yM7yvD6IBF8-A0MCpGDpZEreCjiwpyQ?e=dCPxvL
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
A Look at Afterschool in ND AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS ACCELERATE STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC GROWTH AND SUPPORT THEIR WELL-BEING North Dakota students in afterschool programs are: Getting homework help (70%) Engaging in STEM learning opportunities (71%) Working on their reading and writing skills (68%) Interacting with their peers and building social skills (100%) Taking part in physical activities (86%) Building confidence (79%) The Afterschool Alliance is working to ensure that all children and youth have access to quality afterschool programs. Learn more at: www.afterschoolalliance.org
The 2025 Legislative Sessions has officially started in North Dakota! Sign up to receive brief, concise policy update emails to stay up-to-date with child care legislation: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/ArAfkve
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Sign up today! Stay current with ND policy updates. North Dakota Afterschool Network and Child Care Aware of North Dakota logos
Looking for information on health coverage? Check out more information on https://www.healthcare.gov/.
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
 What Do Early Care and Education Workers Need to Know About the Marketplace?#getcovered It’s important to be healthy so you can take good care of yourself and the children who are counting on you. Health coverage is more affordable and accessible than ever through the Health Insurance Marketplace®.  If you choose to buy a health plan  through the Marketplace, you may  qualify for help paying for health  coverage, even if you weren’t eligible  in the past.
When you submit your Marketplace application, you and your family may be able to save on Marketplace premiums or qualify for Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), based on your household income. Preventive services, like shots and screenings, can help prevent illness and other health problems, or find issues at an early stage when treatment is likely to work best. All Marketplace health plans and many other plans must cover certain preventive services without charging you a copayment or coinsurance, if your doctor or other provider is in your plan’s network. Visit HealthCare.gov/coverage/preventive-care- benefits/ for more information about preventive benefits. Open Enrollment runs from November 1 – January 15. Enroll by December 15 for coverage to start on January 1. Get a checklist to prepare for enrollment at HealthCare.gov/downloads/apply-for-or-renew- coverage.pdf. Then enroll in a plan at HealthCare.gov/get-coverage. If you recently lost health insurance, like Medicaid or CHIP coverage, you may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period to get Marketplace coverage. Visit HealthCare.gov/coverage-outside-open- enrollment/special-enrollment-period to find out if you qualify to get coverage now. If you need someone to help you enroll, re-enroll, or answer questions about the Marketplace, Medicaid, or CHIP, visit HealthCare.gov/find-assistance. If you or someone you’re helping has questions about the Marketplace, you have the right to get help and information in your language at no cost to you. To talk to an interpreter, call 1-800-318-2596. Protect your personal information Never share your information to anyone offering cash, gifts, or other perks.  Visit HealthCare.gov/protect-from-fraud- and-scams for more tips on protecting  yourself from fraud. CMS Product No. 12129 September 2024 This product was produced at U.S. taxpayer expense. Health Insurance Marketplace® is a registered service mark of  the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. How can I learn more? To learn more about coverage through the Marketplace or your benefits and protections, visit HealthCare.gov or call the Marketplace Call Center at 1-800-318-2596. TTY users can call 1-855-889-4325. You have the right to get your information in an accessible format, like large print, braille, or audio. You also have the right to file a complaint if you feel you’ve been discriminated against.  Visit CMS.gov/About-CMS/Web-Policies-Important-Links/Accessibility-Nondiscrimination-Disabilities-Notice or call 1-800-318-2596. TTY users can call 1-855-889-4325.
Afterschool programs, like the VEX IQ elementary robotics team in Valley City, help students cultivate useful life skills outside of the classroom. Help us show North Dakota legislators the impact of out-of-school programs and sign up to showcase your program during Afterschool Day on the Hill: https://fs29.formsite.com/1jusg9/DayonHIll/index .
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
pictures of elementary students at a robotics tournament with the following text: afterschool day on the hill, January 23, 2025 (8:30-1:30pm), www.ndafterschoolnetwork.com, #ndafterschool
Start the new year off right! Sign up to receive monthly newsletters from SEEC! https://www.ndseec.com/forms/newsletter-signup
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
"Poster with the following text: The South East Education Cooperative (SEEC) is one of seven Regional Education Associations (REAs) in North Dakota. REAs strive to offer consistent high-quality programs and services in the areas of professional development, technology support, data systems support, school improvement support, and curriculum enrichment that reflect the needs of its region. Sign up to receive our newsletter (QR code).What To Expect:  Education Spotlight -  Get inspired by stories about local schools   Administrative Updates - Stay up to date on topics like the ND Legislative Session  Teaching Resources & Tools - Build up your toolbox with new resources each month  Coaches Corner - Review a micro lesson on a hot topic  PD, Programs, and Services - Dive into one program and what it offers  Upcoming PD - Be the first to know about upcoming opportunities What To Expect:  Education Spotlight -  Get inspired by stories about local schools   Administrative Updates - Stay up to date on topics like the ND Legislative Session  Teaching Resources & Tools - Build up your toolbox with new resources each month  Coaches Corner - Review a micro lesson on a hot topic  PD, Programs, and Services - Dive into one program and what it offers  Upcoming PD - Be the first to know about upcoming opportunities. "
Our office will be closed this Tuesday and Wednesday. Happy New Year!
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Office closed December 31 - January 1
Happy New Year from SEEC! We can't wait to see what 2025 brings! Our office will be closed tomorrow and Wednesday for the holiday.
6 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Happy New Year 2025! The SEEC office will be closed Tuesday (12/31) and Wednesday (1/1).
It's almost the end of 2024, but we're not even close to done highlighting AmeriCorps tutors! Thank you, Victoria, for helping students flip the switch with reading!
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
"Tutor Spotlight Victoria Kuckartz Ed Clapp Elementary Favorite Part of Tutoring Being able to see the student grasp a concept that you have been working towards. Once the light flicks on and they truly understand how to read or how certain letters sound it’s really rewarding.   I Wish Everyone Knew It’s so helpful to the students and it’s not too complicated for a school to add this program."
We recently highlighted the Minot 21st Century Community Learning Center in our newsletter! Read the full write-up here: https://conta.cc/3ZELLWA The Minot 21st Century Community Learning Center (21CCLC) serves 1400 students each year and has been providing out-of-school time programming for 25 years. Arts in Afterschool funding from the ND Council on the Arts and ND Afterschool Network has opened a door for the program to expand creative expression using media that may otherwise be unavailable to students. Margi Lee is the Education Coordinator at the Taube Art Museum in Minot and has worked with the 21CCLC program for longer than she can remember. The Taube Art Museum partners with the Minot 21CCLC to provide half-hour lessons to students, rotating schools each week. With the use of grant dollars, they have purchased art supplies like paint crayons and air-dry clay. These are not just free-floating art supplies; they are used intentionally. Afterschool art educators provide targeted lessons leading students in activities inspired by the work of real artists. They strengthen art appreciation skills with a short lesson on the artist and send students home with an informational handout to share in addition to their project. Ultimately, the goals of the programming are to enhance conversations around art with both child and parent and to teach that art is an important way to communicate.
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
student holding up drawing
students listening to someone read a story
student holding up a drawing
students drawing with metallic markers
students coloring
student holding a clay bird
Our office will be closed this Tuesday and Wednesday. Happy Holidays!
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Office closed December 24 - 25
SEEC's Afterschool Network and Child Care Aware programs partnered with the GA Group to complete a comprehensive assessment of the status of child care funding and programs in advance of the 69th Legislative Assembly. Investing in Out-of-School Time Programs and expanding quality support beyond ages 0 - 5 was identified as a stability and infrastructure solution. Check out the full report here: https://ndafterschoolnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ND-Child-Care-Assessment-Report-2024-12-13-24.pdf
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Workforce Solutions Child care: ND legislative solutions During the 2023 ND Legislative Session, lawmakers passed historic legislation to address availability, affordability, and quality in child care. The resulting initiatives made important strides, especially in supporting low-income families and increasing infrastructure needs. However, further adjustments are required to effectively address affordabiltiy for middle-income families, expand access to quality care, and engage more providers in quality improvement programs. Significant opportunities exist to refine child care strategies by focusing resources on proven initiatives and leveraging insights gained to date. The following solutions are recommended based on comprehensive analysis of 2023-2025 Biennium child care related appropriations and multiple surveys issued to child care providers, education leaders, families, and business and economic development stakeholders to guage where challenges still exist within the child care ecosystem. Stability & Infrastructure Solutions Access full report: www.ndafterschoolnetwork.com/afterschool-policy/Provide Additional Infrastructure Funding to increase quality child care slots 0 - 12 years old across the state. Criminal History Background Checks: Continue to monitor progress, streamline, and reduce approval wait time. Invest in Out-of-School Time Programs and expand quality support beyond ages 0 - 5.Program Stabilization Funding to increase capacity and stabilize costs allowing programs to recruit and retain a quality workforce. Expand Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) support to middle-income families. Boost Business Engagement with clear communication to increase awareness of programs like the Working Parents Child Care Relief Program (WPCCR).Tax Incentives for Business Community Involvement in Child CareExpand the ND Shared Services Alliance to save providers time, improve cash flow and revenue, support and manage staff, and improve communication. Child Care Aware of North Dakota, Keely Ihry, 701-997-2472, keely.ihry@k12.nd.us, www.ndchildcare.org, North Dakota Afterschool Network, Kristin Knorr, 701-997-2614, kristin.knorr@k12.nd.us, www.ndafterschoolnetwork.com
The ND Legislative Session is right around the corner! Significant opportunities exist to refine child care strategies by focusing resources on proven initiatives and leveraging insights gained to date. The following solutions are recommended based on comprehensive analysis of 2023-2025 Biennium child care related appropriations and multiple surveys issued to child care providers, education leaders, families, and business and economic development stakeholders to gauge where challenges still exist within the child care ecosystem. Read more here: https://ndafterschoolnetwork.com/afterschool-policy/
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Workforce Solutions Child care: ND legislative solutions During the 2023 ND Legislative Session, lawmakers passed historic legislation to address availability, affordability, and quality in child care. The resulting initiatives made important strides, especially in supporting low-income families and increasing infrastructure needs. However, further adjustments are required to effectively address affordabiltiy for middle-income families, expand access to quality care, and engage more providers in quality improvement programs. Significant opportunities exist to refine child care strategies by focusing resources on proven initiatives and leveraging insights gained to date. The following solutions are recommended based on comprehensive analysis of 2023-2025 Biennium child care related appropriations and multiple surveys issued to child care providers, education leaders, families, and business and economic development stakeholders to guage where challenges still exist within the child care ecosystem. Stability & Infrastructure Solutions Access full report: www.ndafterschoolnetwork.com/afterschool-policy/Provide Additional Infrastructure Funding to increase quality child care slots 0 - 12 years old across the state. Criminal History Background Checks: Continue to monitor progress, streamline, and reduce approval wait time. Invest in Out-of-School Time Programs and expand quality support beyond ages 0 - 5.Program Stabilization Funding to increase capacity and stabilize costs allowing programs to recruit and retain a quality workforce. Expand Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) support to middle-income families. Boost Business Engagement with clear communication to increase awareness of programs like the Working Parents Child Care Relief Program (WPCCR).Tax Incentives for Business Community Involvement in Child CareExpand the ND Shared Services Alliance to save providers time, improve cash flow and revenue, support and manage staff, and improve communication. Child Care Aware of North Dakota, Keely Ihry, 701-997-2472, keely.ihry@k12.nd.us, www.ndchildcare.org, North Dakota Afterschool Network, Kristin Knorr, 701-997-2614, kristin.knorr@k12.nd.us, www.ndafterschoolnetwork.com
You may have seen this Reading Corps tutor before on our page! Kathryn was featured in some of our videos last year. Check out one of the videos here: https://youtu.be/HwgYT1G_knQ?si=DmceWGRUZREGbcR5
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
Reading Corps, AmeriCorps Tutor Spotlight Kathryn Byrd, Ed Clapp Elementary. Favorite part of tutoring -  Definitely the relationships you build with the students! I love seeing the kids I worked with last year and getting hugs in the hallway. I wish everyone knew how rewarding of a job it is!
Sign up to receive emails focused on early childhood and school-age policy as we enter the 2025 ND Legislative Session! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/ArAfkve
7 months ago, South East Education Cooperative
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