Happy New Year!
Wishing you all a safe and happy start to 2018.
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January Calendar
- Thursday 1/4, Services resume
- Tuesday 1/9, Transition to Kindergarten Workshop for 4J Families
- Monday 1/15, MLK Day (no services)
- Tuesday 1/16, no services
- Saturday 1/20, Weighted Blanket Parent Chat
- Monday 1/22, Positive Behavior Group begins
- Saturday 1/27, Children's Health Fair
Inclement Weather Policy
In the event of inclement weather, we will follow the decision made of the local school district in each area. If your school district is on a
delay
, Early Childhood CARES
' morning classes will be canceled in your area. Afternoon classes will run as scheduled. If school is
canceled
in your district, Early Childhood CARES classes will be canceled. Contact your service coordinator if you are in need of additional information.
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Transition to Kindergarten Workshop for 4J Families:
Early Childhood CARES to Eugene School District 4J
Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Location: Howard Elementary
We invite you to join the 4J Early Childhood Team to learn about the special education transition process as your family moves from preschool to kindergarten.
This meeting is for all families within the Eugene School District 4J who have children transitioning to kindergarten in Fall 2018.
We will be sharing information about:
*Differences between Early Childhood CARES (IFSP) and School Age Services (IEP)
*Evaluation Process
*4J’s special education programs
*Provide a tour of different classrooms that represent different levels of special education support as well as a kindergarten classroom
*School choice process relating to special education students
*A panel of special education providers will be present
*A time for questions/answers for families
Childcare and light refreshments will be provided
If you need childcare, please call 541-790-4950 so we can plan accordingly.
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4J School Choice
For families living in Eugene School District 4J, the period for school choice runs until
January 31 at midnight
. If you are interested in enrolling your child in a school other than your neighborhood school for the
2017-18 school year
, you can apply for up to three ranked choices.
The Elementary School Showcase is scheduled for January 6 from 10 am-noon at the 4J Education Center, 200 N. Monroe St. in Eugene. This is a chance to meet with principals and other representatives from every elementary school in 4J. Visit the 4J website
here
for more information.
Charter schools have a separate application process; please visit the school's website for more information.
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On
January 20
, from 10-noon,
we will be having a weighted blanket workshop at our main office, 1500 W. 12th Ave, Eugene. Parents will need to bring their own:
- Sewing machine
- Fabric (1.5 yards of heavy fabric such as non-stretch canvas)
- Scissors
- Pins
- Thread
- Marking Pen
- Ruler
- Extra sewing machine needles
In February we will be having a 2-part series on autism, presented by Florien Deurloo, one of our autism specialists. On
February 3
, the topic is What is Autism?, followed by Autism: Getting Started at Home on
February 10
. Our February parent chats will be held at Brattain Early Learning Center, 425 10th St in Springfield. Both will meet from 10-noon.
Free childcare, coffee, and light refreshments will be available. Parents need to register even if childcare is not needed.
Register by calling our front desk at 541-346-2578, texting 541-393-7200, or by email to [email protected]
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Self-Care Strategy of the Month: Eat your Breakfast
Skipping breakfast can be all too easy for a busy parent who is rushing kids out the door to school in the morning. But missing breakfast is not a good way to start out your day, from a health point of view. Here are some of the benefits of eating a healthy breakfast, according to the website symptomfind.com.
- Energy boost to start the day
- Helps you focus
- Boosts your metabolism and prevents your body from going into fat-storing starvation mode
- Prevents overeating at later meals
Many breakfast foods are highly nutritious, such as eggs, whole grains, and fruit. One quick and easy way to start your day off with whole grains is by making overnight oatmeal. Combine 1/3 cup of milk, 1/4 cup uncooked rolled oats, 1/4 cup yogurt, 2 tsp. honey or maple syrup, 1 tsp. cinnamon, and 1/4 cup of fruit. Some people also like to add chia seeds or nut butter for additional protein. Cover and refrigerate overnight, then it will be ready to eat in the morning.
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Winter 2018 Positive Behavior Group
This is an eight-week group starting:
Monday, January 22
5:30-7:30 pm
Brattain Early Learning Center, Library
425 10th St., Springfield
The group is based on
The Incredible Years
, developed by Dr. Carolyn Webster-Stratton with the University of Washington. The group is designed to help parents decrease negative behaviors in preschool-aged children. Cheryl Henderson, an early childhood special educator with our program, will lead this group.
Childcare will be provided each week by Early Childhood CARES staff. A light dinner will be provided each week. Pre-registration is required. Parents need to register for the group even if childcare is not needed.
Registration deadline: Wednesday January 10
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Sign up for text message reminders
If you would like to receive text message reminders about upcoming events, including our monthly parent chat & playgroup, visit this link to sign up today:
remind.com/join/eccares
You can also sign up by texting @eccares to the number 81010.
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Support our Program with eScrip
Sign up for eScrip to raise money for Early Childhood CARES when you shop at Market of Choice and other partner organizations. You can designate up to three schools to receive funds when you shop. Signing up is quick and easy at
escrip.com.
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Your Family's Resource for Connecting with the Community!
- Informative parenting articles.
- Monthly calendar of activities to do with your kids.
- Connect with resources across Lane County.
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Early Childhood CARES Resource Guide 2017-2018
Our annual Resource Guide lists relevant community resources for young families including library storytimes, play groups, childcare options, and more. If you would like a copy of the 2017-2018 Resource Guide — newly updated in August 2017 — visit our
website
to download it. If you need a paper copy, contact your service coordinator or Carla at [email protected].
Free Screening for Siblings
Parents of children receiving services from Early Childhood CARES may request a free developmental screening for younger siblings. Simply call 541-346-2578. Spanish speaking families can call 541-346-0742.
Sensory Storytime
The Downtown Eugene Public Library is going to bring back Sensory Storytime in pre-registered sessions. The first Sensory Storytime Session will be offered at the Downtown Library Saturdays at 3pm starting March 3, and run for the whole month. More information will follow about the date registration for this session will start in February.
Imagination Library
Families who live in the Eugene library district, you can sign your child up to receive a free book by mail every month from birth until he or she turns 5. Details available at the
Eugene Public Library website here.
Tax Deduction for Child with an IFSP
An Oregon tax deduction is available for families with a dependent child who has an IFSP. Parents need to have a copy of the eligibility statement for the child and a current IFSP, but these documents do NOT need to be sent with the tax form. Consult a tax professional or the Oregon Department of Revenue for more information.
Earned Income Tax Credit
The Earned Income Tax Credit is for working people with low to moderate income, and one or more dependent children. Families claiming the EITC will not be eligible to receive their tax refund until February 15 or after. For more information, and to see if you qualify, visit irs.gov.
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Early Childhood CARES
provides early intervention and early childhood special education to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children in Lane County. Services are individually designed to address the needs of the young child with developmental delays or disabilities. All services are free of charge to eligible children.
Early Childhood CARES
541-346-2578
800-925-8694
1500 West 12th Ave Eugene OR 97402
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