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Maryland Early Childhood @MD_Early_Ed

Official Twitter account of the Maryland Division of #EarlyChildhood in Maryland State Department of Education @MdPublicSchools. #ECE

Joined July 2016
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The Division has scheduled a public hearing session on Thursday, June 13th to discuss the proposed 2025-2027 state plan for the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF). For more information, visit tinyurl.com/mrzbpy9x.
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The Division has scheduled a public hearing session on June 13th to discuss the proposed 2025-2027 state plan for the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF). For more information, visit tinyurl.com/mrzbpy9x.
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Maryland EXCELS@MarylandEXCELS
9 May 2024
Join Maryland EXCELS at the Quality Matters Institute on Friday, May 31, at the Maritime Conference Center. Please register for the event by May 20: ow.ly/Sycn50RAGQQ
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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland EXCELS@MarylandEXCELS
9 May 2024
The Maryland EXCELS Toolkit has expanded! The Toolkit now includes information to support public Pre-K programs. Requirements, additional resources, and guidance for developing documentation are available. Check out the Maryland EXCELS Toolkit today! marylandexcelstoolkit.org/
Now available. A desktop computer shows a web page. Maryland EXCELS Toolkit Public Pre-K content.

ALT Now available. A desktop computer shows a web page. Maryland EXCELS Toolkit Public Pre-K content.

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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
10 May 2024
Happy #ProviderAppreciationDay! Today, we celebrate child care providers and educators for shaping young minds, fostering creativity, and building a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Thank you for nurturing and educating our children with love, compassion, and excellence!
Photo collage of child care providers interacting with children. Full-color MSDE logo. Text on graphic reads, "National Provider Appreciation Day, Thank you for your dedication, commitment and compassion!"

ALT Photo collage of child care providers interacting with children. Full-color MSDE logo. Text on graphic reads, "National Provider Appreciation Day, Thank you for your dedication, commitment and compassion!"

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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
28 Feb 2024
News Release: MSDE will be moving away from the current Kindergarten Readiness Assessment after results from an independent analysis indicated potential bias in the current assessment against bilingual or multilingual learners. Learn more: news.maryland.gov/msde/msde-…
News release graphic with full-color MSDE logo. Bottom red box reads, "MSDE to Adopt New Kindergarten Assessment for School Readiness."

ALT News release graphic with full-color MSDE logo. Bottom red box reads, "MSDE to Adopt New Kindergarten Assessment for School Readiness."

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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
14 Mar 2024
Feeding minds and bodies: Thanks to the National School Lunch Program, Maryland schools served over 67 million nutritious lunches to students in 2023, ensuring they have the fuel they need to succeed! #NationalNutritionMonth #HealthyEating Learn more: marylandpublicschools.org/pr…
Dark green graphic with a fruits and veggies pattern. Text reads, "Did you know? In 2023, Maryland schools served over 67 million school lunches to students across the state." White MSDE logo and illustrations of a banana and apple.

ALT Dark green graphic with a fruits and veggies pattern. Text reads, "Did you know? In 2023, Maryland schools served over 67 million school lunches to students across the state." White MSDE logo and illustrations of a banana and apple.
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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
15 Mar 2024
It’s #CACFPWeek! Check out how Maryland is “Eating the Rainbow” this week! 🌈
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Photo of a lunch tray with an apple, milk, a salad, a sandwich, and coleslaw.

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Photo of a blue plate with chicken nuggets, ketchup, sweet potato fries, cucumbers and peppers.

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Photo of a lunch tray with a sandwich, milk, carrots, and apple slices.

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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
27 Feb 2024
#ICYMI — At today's joint State Board and @MDBlueprintAIB meeting, MSDE presented revisions to the Maryland Early Learning Standards that will further support early childhood educators as they nurture and educate our youngest learners. Watch the video to learn more about the Maryland Early Learning Standards and how it reflects our ongoing commitment to providing high-quality early childhood education.
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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
28 Jul 2023
MSDE is committed to providing equitable early childhood education opportunities that prepare all children for school & success. The Pre-K Sliding Scale Methodology Report includes MSDE’s proposed structure to save families on the cost of Pre-K. marylandpublicschools.org/Bl…
MSDE is Implementing the Blueprint for Maryland's Future New! Pre-K Sliding Scale Methodology Report Description of report and MADE and Blueprint logos. Photo of a child raising their hand.

ALT MSDE is Implementing the Blueprint for Maryland's Future New! Pre-K Sliding Scale Methodology Report Description of report and MADE and Blueprint logos. Photo of a child raising their hand.

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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
15 Jul 2023
Did you know a family of four with a household income of $90,033 is eligible for a Child Care Scholarship? If you are a Maryland resident & are currently working or enrolled in a school or training program, you may qualify! Learn more: money4childcare.com
Get money for child care! New fast track Child Care Scholarship Application process! money4childcare.com Now available statewide *income requirements apply QR code to apply.

ALT Get money for child care! New fast track Child Care Scholarship Application process! money4childcare.com Now available statewide *income requirements apply QR code to apply.
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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
29 Jun 2023
MSDE is committed to providing MD families access to high-quality child care. The recently launched Child Care Scholarship Family Portal is an easy-to-use, online platform for families to apply & manage Child Care Scholarships. Visit the Family Portal: family.childcareportals.org
Did you know we recently launched a new easy-to-use Child Care Family Portal? New updates to the annual household income allow for more Maryland families to be eligible! Visit the Family Child Care Portal today! family.childcareportals.org

ALT Did you know we recently launched a new easy-to-use Child Care Family Portal? New updates to the annual household income allow for more Maryland families to be eligible! Visit the Family Child Care Portal today! family.childcareportals.org

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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland EXCELS@MarylandEXCELS
20 Jun 2023
Proveedores hispanos de cuidado infantil y educadores de la primera infancia: ¿Tiene preguntas sobre Maryland EXCELS? Marque sus calendarios para el miercoles 28 de junio de 7-8:30 p.m. Regístrese hoy: tinyurl.com/excelsinfo-june
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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland EXCELS@MarylandEXCELS
22 Jun 2023
Did you know the Office of Child Care has monthly information sessions? A different branch will share news and updates each month. You can also submit questions or comments when you register for a session. Register now: earlychildhood.marylandpubli…
Did you know? A smiling woman sits at a desk with papers and a laptop. Office of Child Care Information Sessions. Thursday. Logo for Maryland EXCELS.

ALT Did you know? A smiling woman sits at a desk with papers and a laptop. Office of Child Care Information Sessions. Thursday. Logo for Maryland EXCELS.
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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
21 Jun 2023
Did you know a family of four with a household income of $90,033 is eligible for a Child Care Scholarship? If you are a Baltimore City resident & are currently working or enrolled in a school or training program, you may qualify! baltimore.money4childcare.co…
Get Money for Child Care. New fast tracked Child Care Scholarship process! Do you live in Baltimore City? Are you currently working or enrolled in a school or training program? If so, you may qualify for a Child Care Scholarship!* baltimore.money4childcare.com QR Code Releasing statewide in July 2023 *Income requirements apply

ALT Get Money for Child Care. New fast tracked Child Care Scholarship process! Do you live in Baltimore City? Are you currently working or enrolled in a school or training program? If so, you may qualify for a Child Care Scholarship!* baltimore.money4childcare.com QR Code Releasing statewide in July 2023 *Income requirements apply
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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
23 Jun 2023
#BlueprintinAction: Readiness matters! The Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA) is a key tool for gathering information about students’ progress. The KRA uses observations of work & performance tasks to measure specific kindergarten readiness. marylandpublicschools.org/Do…
What does it mean to be ready for kindergarten? View the 2023 Kindergarten Readiness Assessment, link in caption.

ALT What does it mean to be ready for kindergarten? View the 2023 Kindergarten Readiness Assessment, link in caption.
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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Building Better Beginnings@B3Maryland
9 May 2023
You can make Maryland's prenatal-to-3 systems better for families. All you have to do is tell us about your experiences. You may win a $100 gift card too! Take our survey, help families, win! Survey in English buff.ly/3mmQewd Survey in Spanish buff.ly/3VdW67V
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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
25 Apr 2023
Attention LEAs & Child Care Providers: The Pre-K Expansion Grant is accepting applications! As part of the Blueprint for MD’s Future, the grant provides funding to administer high-quality Pre-K & support school readiness for children & their families. marylandpublicschools.org/ab…
Attention LEAs & Child Care Providers: The Pre-K Expansion Grant is accepting applications! As part of the Blueprint for MD’s Future, the grant provides funding to administer high-quality Pre-K & support school readiness for children & their families. https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/OFPOS/GAC/PreKExpansionFY24/index.aspx

ALT Attention LEAs & Child Care Providers: The Pre-K Expansion Grant is accepting applications! As part of the Blueprint for MD’s Future, the grant provides funding to administer high-quality Pre-K & support school readiness for children & their families. https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/OFPOS/GAC/PreKExpansionFY24/index.aspx

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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
8 May 2023
It's #TeacherAppreciationWeek! Join MSDE all week long as we highlight & recognize our outstanding teachers for all that they do for their students, colleagues, school families & communities. We wouldn’t be able to provide a world-class education without you. #ThankAnMDTeacher
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Maryland Early Childhood retweeted
Maryland State Department of Education
@MdPublicSchools
7 Apr 2023
Join State Board of Education Member Dr. Mele-McCarthy and Supt Choudhury for a #SchoolStaffRoundtable to discuss the strategic plan with school psychologists, counselors, and leaders, and hear their input on 4/13 at 6 pm EST. #MSDEEngages Watch live: youtube.com/live/HnYkuW2Kk3w
School Staff Virtual Roundtable April 13 at 6 p.m. EST Hosted by: Maryland State Board of Education and Maryland State Department of Education Facilitated by: State Board of Education Member Dr. Joan Mele-McCarthy and State Superintendent of Schools Mohammed Choudhury Join Us Maryland State Department of Education Equity and Excellence View YouTube live for a real-time discussion: youtube.com/live/HnYkuW2Kk3w

ALT School Staff Virtual Roundtable April 13 at 6 p.m. EST Hosted by: Maryland State Board of Education and Maryland State Department of Education Facilitated by: State Board of Education Member Dr. Joan Mele-McCarthy and State Superintendent of Schools Mohammed Choudhury Join Us Maryland State Department of Education Equity and Excellence View YouTube live for a real-time discussion: youtube.com/live/HnYkuW2Kk3w

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