ECESF Community Healing Circles
zoom meeting“In the Circle, we are all equal. When in the Circle, no one is in front of you. No one is behind you. No one is above you. No one is below you. The Sacred Circle is designed to create Unity.” -Dave Chief, Oglala Lakota In profound ways, the global pandemic reminds us of
CPAC General Meeting
zoom meetingMeeting focus for January 13: President Norman Yee will present his vision for ECE as he transitions out of his Supervisor role. Come hear his strategies and advice for continuing to move ECE forward and meet the new District 7 Supervisor—Myrna Melgar. In addition, OECE/F5SF will present on the new Grants & Loan program, and other updates, and
Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting
San Francisco Office of Early Care and Education Citizen’s Advisory Committee (OECE CAC) first meeting of 2021 will take place on Thursday January 21, 2021 from 4pm-6pm. In this meeting, the Human Services Agency and OECE will each present a high-level overview of their proposed budget for FY 21-22. Director Mezquita will give an update on
FRC Vaccine Workshop
The FRC will have a brief COVID-19 vaccine session during their Lunch & Learn/Coffee Chat on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 between 12:30-1pm If you are interested, please register and join.
CDSS Child Care Transition Stakeholder Meeting
Child care and development programs currently administered by the California Department of Education (CDE) will be transferred to the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) effective July 1, 2021, while the California State Preschool Program and other educational programs for preschoolers will remain at the CDE. The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) will be
CA Early Childhood Policy Council Quarterly Meeting
The Early Childhood Policy Council (ECPC), under CHHS, advises the Governor, Legislature and the Superintendent of Public Instruction on statewide early learning, care and child development. Attend their quarterly meetings to support recommendations on all aspects of the state’s early childhood system, including support for the demographic, geographic and economic diversity of the state’s children
OECE/First5 Virtual Center Administrators’ Roundtable
OECE and First 5 San Francisco invite you to attend their February Virtual Center Administrators’ Roundtables where we will provide an overview of: Quality Improvement and Professional Development Opportunities Future planning for Compensation Strategies and CARES 2.0 Please register in advance to one of the following virtual sessions: Session 1: February 4, 2021 4-6pm Session
OEWD Budget Discussion (1 of 2)
The San Francisco Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) will hold two upcoming budget discussions on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 6pm and Friday, February 12, 2021 at 10am. These events are fully open to the public. The OEWD budget for fiscal years 2021-2023 will include investments to deliver relief to workers and businesses,
OECE/First5 Virtual Center Administrators’ Roundtable
OECE and First 5 San Francisco invite you to attend their February Virtual Center Administrators’ Roundtables where we will provide an overview of: Quality Improvement and Professional Development Opportunities Future planning for Compensation Strategies and CARES 2.0 Please register in advance to one of the following virtual sessions: Session 1: February 4, 2021 4-6pm Session
CPAC General Meeting
zoom meetingOECE Director, Ingrid Mezquita will be presenting on the OECE budget. Katie Dellamaria, SFDPH will give a COVID-19 health update. CPAC is San Francisco’s state mandated local planning council (LPC) established to provide a forum for the identification of local ECE priorities and the development of policies and strategies that meet the needs of children, families,
OEWD Budget Discussion (2 of 2)
The San Francisco Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) will hold two upcoming budget discussions on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 6pm and Friday, February 12, 2021 at 10am. These events are fully open to the public. The OEWD budget for fiscal years 2021-2023 will include investments to deliver relief to workers and businesses,
SFDPH COVID-19 Vaccine Update
In three languages (English, Español, and 中文). This session is open to educators in centers and family child care. Presentation from SF Dept of Public Health Schools and Child Care HUB team. They will be giving an update on COVID-19 vaccine including overview and vaccine distribution process. Darán una actualización de las vacunas COVID-19, que
ELCD Listening Session
As CDE prepares for the upcoming transition of many Early Learning and Care (ELC) programs to the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), they are looking toward opportunities to strengthen the California State Preschool Program (CSPP) and its role as the foundation of their newly launched P-3 approach. The Early Learning and Care Division (ELCD)
CPAC Policy & Leg Committee/SF ECE Advocacy Coalition Policy Meetings
zoom meetingCPAC Policy & Legislative Committee has combined forces with the SF ECE Advocacy Coalition to allow for quick response to policy needs and greater participation. Meetings will be held two times a month.
CPAC General Meeting
zoom meetingFor this event, SFDPH’s Katie DellaMaria will give vaccination and COVID updates, CPAC will discuss planning work regarding racial equity. The Child Care Planning and Advisory Council (CPAC) is San Francisco’s state mandated local planning council (LPC) established to provide a forum for the identification of local ECE priorities and the development of policies and strategies
CPAC Workforce Meeting
zoom meetingThe Workforce Committee collects input and reviews information on workforce needs, the impact of current policy and program, and the need for additional supports or changes that will enhance services and workforce wellbeing. Next meeting we will be reviewing wage scales, programs, and workforce data.
ECPC State Budget Year 2021-22 Discussion
Early Childhood Policy Council (ECPC) Virtual Meeting March 17, 2021 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Join for a discussion about the State Budget Year 2021-2022 priorities and a review of State Budget Year 2021-2022 ECPC survey results. See agenda. You must register in advance for this meeting.
CPAC Policy & Leg Committee/SF ECE Advocacy Coalition Policy Meetings
zoom meetingCPAC Policy & Legislative Committee has combined forces with the SF ECE Advocacy Coalition to allow for quick response to policy needs and greater participation. Meetings will be held two times a month.
Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC) Meeting
THIS MEETING MAY BE RESCHEDULED. More information coming soon. Citizens’ Advisory Committee meetings are held from 4:00-6:00 PM on the following scheduled dates in 2021: January 21, March 18, May 20, July 15, September 16, and November 18, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Webinar
Child Care Aware® of America has partnered with 14 organizations to host a webinar discussing the COVID-19 vaccines for early childhood professionals on March 18, 2021 at 5 pm PDT. Learn how the vaccines were developed and tested, and answer common questions including how to access them and what to expect. During this hour-long event