The federal government is currently in a shutdown. At this time, there are no immediate impacts to federally funded child and family programs operated by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood. Families should continue to access care and services as usual.
We are monitoring the situation closely with federal partners and will share updates as soon as more information becomes available.
Licensed Child Care Centers must have policies in place regarding guidance, positive instruction, supporting positive child behavior, and discipline and consequences. These policies must identify how the Child Care Center will:
Child Care Centers must also have policies in place defining how decisions are made and what steps are taken prior to the suspension, expulsion, or request to parents or guardians to withdraw a child from care due to concerns about the child’s behavioral issues.
Procedures must be consistent with the center’s policy on guidance, positive instruction, discipline, and consequences, and include documentation of the steps taken to understand and respond to challenging behavior.
Early Childhood Mental Health Specialists can be part of the team that works together with programs to improve social and emotional environments and relationships, and support children who are exhibiting challenging behavior.
Raising Colorado Kids Guide is brought to you by the Colorado Office of Early Childhood.
For general help, call 1-800-799-5876 or email cdhs_oec_communications@state.co.us
Raising Colorado Kids is brought to you by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.
For general help, call 1-800-799-5876 or email cdec_communications@state.co.us
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