News

Expanded Professional Recognition Bonus Opportunities and Student Loan Repayment Assistance Available

CDD and VTAEYC are pleased to support early childhood educators with expanded professional recognition bonuses and student loan repayment assistance.

Act 76 Updates and Upcoming Changes to CCFAP

The Child Development Division continues work to implement Act 76. Three changes to the Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP) will go into effect on Sunday, April 7.

Act 76 Readiness Payment Program Applications Close This Week

Act 76 Readiness Payment Program Applications Close February 9, 2024

Mini Grant Opportunity from Vermont Afterschool

Together with the Child Development Division, Vermont Afterschool is now accepting applications for a third round of Mini Room For Me Grants.

$3.5M Afterschool Expansion Grants Fund Improved Capacity and Quality for Vermont Programs

The State of Vermont is now offering Afterschool Expansion Grants to fund the growth of afterschool and summer learning opportunities for youth. This $3.5 million grant program is open to Vermont schools and municipal, private and non-profit partners who desire to expand existing programs or create new programs and centers.

New Reports on Vermont’s Early Childhood and Afterschool Workforce

The Child Development Division is pleased to share three complementary reports related to the early childhood and afterschool workforce; these reports were produced with data collected between September 2021 and June 2023.

December CCFAP Changes Implemented December 17, 2023

As directed by Act 76, the Child Development Division (CDD) made several changes to the Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP) that took effect on December 17, 2023.

Early MTSS Coaching Opportunities

Is your early childhood education program interested in receiving free, dedicated coaching on improving your program’s systems and classroom practices related to instruction, social-emotional development, and inclusion?

Listening Session for CCFAP Self-Employment Policies

The Child Development Division (CDD) is interested in hearing from those who earn self-employment income and who have received or have an interest in receiving financial assistance through the Vermont Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP).

Upcoming Special Accommodations Grants (SAG) Opportunities

The Child Development Division (CDD) is continuing to support children’s safe and successful inclusion with Special Accommodations Grant (SAG) awards to Vermont Licensed Specialized Child Care Programs.