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Nebraska's Early Learning Connection
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at… Nebraska's Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center…
Supporting Young Children Experiencing Separation and Trauma
Resources for Adults Who Care for Them… Young children and their families can be tremendously affected by trauma, with significant implications for well-being well into the future. And while young children can be very expressive, they often do not have the skills or ability…
Nebraska Creates New Tax Credits to Support High Quality Early Care and Education
In 2016 Nebraska passed the School Readiness Tax Credit Act, creating two new tax credits designed to increase access to… One of the tax credits targets ECE professionals who have attained the minimum qualification of a Child Development Associate Credential or a one-year certificate/diploma in…
Nebraska's Birth to Three Early Learning Guidelines
Nebraska’s Early Learning Guidelines place emphasis on early relationships and social-emotional development during the first three years of a child’s… Nebraska’s Early Learning Guidelines place emphasis on early relationships and social-emotional development during the first three years of a child’s life. The guidelines were developed…