Congratulations to the 2021 Cindy Harrington Heart & Mind Award Nominees!

thread is excited to announce that we received a record number of Cindy Harrington Heart & Mind Award nominations in ...more

April 16, 2021

Learn & Grow Announces Full QRIS Framework

Learn & Grow, Alaska’s Quality Recognition and Improvement System (QRIS), is excited to announce the completion of the system’s full framework (Levels 1-5), giving ...more

April 14, 2021

“Thank You” Early Childhood Education

During COVID-19, Alaska’s early childhood education programs and educators have been a constant for families and children in this ever ...more

April 12, 2021

thread Encourages Early Childhood Educators to Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19

As Alaska’s early childhood education workforce, you play an essential role in protecting the health and safety of our children ...more

March 25, 2021

Child Care Program Office Broadcast: March Market Price Survey Now Open

The following broadcast was released by the Alaska Child Care Program Office on March 17, 2021 It is time for ...more

March 17, 2021

Vaccine Update: Are You Now Eligible?

State of Alaska Starting March 10, the following people will be eligible to book an appointment: People 16 and above Qualify? Schedule ...more

March 15, 2021

Child Care Program Office Broadcast: Child Care Relief Funding Feedback Survey

From the Child Care Program Office Dear Child Care Providers, The State of Alaska will be receiving additional funding through ...more

March 2, 2021

thread Launches New Policy Direction for 2021 & Updates Research

Alaska’s early childhood education system is an essential part of the economy, enabling families to work and employing a significant ...more

March 2, 2021

Governor Dunleavy Proclaims Feb. 26 Child Care Provider Day

Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed Feb. 26, 2021 as Child Care Provider Day throughout Alaska. The governor’s proclamation recognizes that ...more

February 25, 2021

Feb. 25: How to Apply for the PPP Workshop

Child Care Providers: How to Apply for the Paycheck Protection Program—A Workshop for Child Care Providers to Access Forgivable Loans ...more

February 22, 2021