Join the Child Development Council for our 4 part free intro series for expecting and new parents, see details below!
Wise Wednesdays training workshops are back!!
Join preK and kindergarten teachers, paraprofessionals, and community and family childcare providers for a free series focused on meeting the needs of children from birth to kindergarten. Each session will begin with a light meal and discussion, followed by an interactive learning experience presented by professional educators. All sessions are free, and dinner and materials are included. Plenty of free … Read More
2021 Gratitude Report
2021 Annual Gratitude Report Take a look at our 2021 Annual Gratitude Report to see what our agency was up to last year! Also, look at what we have been up to this year already, with some pictures from some of our fun events this year!
Register for out Core Business Training Series Today!!!
Are you a child care professional who is looking to improve your business operations? Register for our Core Business Training Series today! To register either email training@childdevelopmentcouncil.org or call 607-273-0259
Vote for us for the People’s Choice “Best of the Best” award presented by the Cortland Area Chamber of Commerce!
We have the pleasure of being nominated for the Cortland Area Chamber of Commerce People’s Choice “Best of the Best” award, in the Child Care Service category! Voting is open now through September 12th. You can vote by either scanning the QR code below or visiting www.cortlandareachamber.com We here at the Child Development Council are proud to serve and be … Read More
Giving is Gorges Day is here!
Giving is Gorges is TODAY, and we are asking you to join us in our efforts to make this the most awesome day of giving Tompkins County has ever seen! Here is a story from one of our program participants on their success’ throughout our programs: Imagine being told nobody loves you, and your attitude won’t get you far. I’m not … Read More
Have questions about the Desert Grant for existing providers attend one of these Zoom sessions!
14 Days! Desert Grant application submission for existing providers begins on June 30th! https://ocfs.ny.gov/programs/childcare/deserts/existing.php If you are an existing-licensed child care provider and have questions about your possible eligibility, please contact us at the Child Development Council and ask to talk to someone from our Desert Grant team. Please email Lisa Potter at lisa@childdevelopmentcouncil.org to get the Zoom Link.
A Day Without Child Care Advocacy Day
On Monday, May 9th, child care providers, parents and families across the country are hosting A Day Without Child Care: A National Day of Action. For generations, we have been fighting for equitable access to affordable child care and better pay and working conditions for providers but our needs are still not being met. That’s why we’re taking action for: … Read More
Playdate in the Park… is BACK!
Playdate in the Park is BACK- and YOU’RE INVITED! The Child Development Council is thrilled to announce the return of our family-friendly community event, Playdate in the Park! Playdate in the Park is a free event that celebrates children and families and is a gift of appreciation to our incredible community. Come play with us! June 8 at Ithaca’s historic … Read More