News

Important CDDIS Reminders and Updates

We wanted to share a few important reminders and updates with you about CDDIS (Child Development Division Information System).

Important CDDIS Reminders: Submitting Provider Rate Agreements

We want to remind you about a few important items related to submitting Provider Rate Agreements (PRA) within the Child Development Division Information System (CDDIS).

Important Updates from the Child Development Division

As we move into the holiday weekend, we wanted to share a few important updates with you and wish you a fun, safe, and Happy 4th of July!

The Maternal Mental Health Hotline Is Now Live!

The new National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support, resources and referrals to any pregnant and postpartum mothers facing mental health challenges and their loved ones.

STARS Revision Project Update

The Child Development Division (CDD) is moving into the next phase of the STep Ahead Recognition System (STARS) revision process.

In Recognition of Vermont's Early Childhood Workforce

This year’s National Teacher Appreciation Week begins today, May 2nd and concludes with Provider Appreciation Day on May 6th.

In Recognition of Vermont's Out-Of-School Time Workforce

This year’s Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week begins today, April 25th.

Important Message Regarding State of Vermont Funding Opportunities

As of April 4, 2022, the federal government has transitioned from using DUNS numbers as the primary means for entity identification for awards in SAM.gov to a new Unique Entity ID (UEI).

New Grant Opportunities Available

The Child Development Division is excited to have two new grant opportunities available: the Child Care Business Technical Assistance Program and Expanding School Age Child Care Capacity Program.

Update: Child Care Financial Assistance Payments

On Monday, we learned that some child care programs did not receive their Child Care Financial Assistance payments for last week's payroll.