We are so excited!! Starting on May 2nd, we will be hosting Play & Grow groups! This drop-in group will be in English, but we are working on starting one in Spanish soon. Stay Tuned!

Please help spread the word. Download the flyer HERE.

Provider Learning Series: Child Support 101 - Myths, Realities and Options within an Evolving System 2024

Child support is an emotionally charged topic that can have a huge impact on people’s lives. It involves a complex system of laws, policies and procedures that are often misunderstood, leading to challenges when engaging with the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services’ Division of Child Support. During this live Zoom event, DCS Management Analyst Jim Ward will provide an overview of how the child support system works and answer common questions. 

The Foundation for Academic Endeavors - Summer Academy 2024

Register today for FAE Summer Academy 2024! Visit our website at skagitfae.org to learn more. Monday July 8th - Thursday, August 8th, 2024

4th Annual Race and Health Equity Conference | Saturday April 13

The goal of the conference is to empower medical professionals like you to become champions for race and health equity in the healthcare system. Conference attendees will deepen their understanding of health equity, connect with a supportive community, gain valuable CME credits, and most importantly, become part of a powerful force for change.

Bilingual peer learning for mental health providers!

This series will provide the opportunity for members of the mental health workforce to share common challenges and experiences when providing services to Spanish-speaking communities with Limited English Proficiency (LEP), as well as high-quality resources and innovative solutions. All levels of Spanish language proficiency and comfort are welcome – this will be a truly inclusive bilingual space.

Children’s Justice Conference | April 22-23

The CJC provides professionals from multiple disciplines a unique opportunity to receive core and advanced training and skill development in identifying, investigating, and prosecuting child maltreatment. Attendees will have unparalleled opportunities to learn and network with professionals representing a variety of disciplines involved in the child welfare community.

Registration and Housing for the 2024 Professional Learning Institute is NOW OPEN!

NAEYC’s Professional Learning Institute brings together seasoned and emerging early childhood leaders in a community of learners focused on deepening the early childhood knowledge base, addressing challenging and controversial issues facing the field, and developing skills to improve professional development and practice.

The theme for this year’s Professional Learning Institute is Creating a Caring, Equitable Community of Learners.

Washington Fatherhood State of the State Study - We want to hear from dads!

Your voice as a father is important to make change and we want to know how you’re doing. To help with that, our partners at the University of Washington have created a survey to gather input from Washington dads. If you identify as a father, are 18 or older and live in Washington state, we want to hear from you! After you complete the survey, you can enter to win one of 10 $50 gift cards.

The survey closes at midnight on Tuesday April 9th, so act now to ensure your voice is heard! And please feel free to send the survey to other dads you know who might like to share their perspective. Your feedback is valuable, confidential and will be used to help us understand your experiences and take action to create a more father-friendly Washington. 

Registered Nurse for MSS – Full Time (Bellingham/Whatcom County)

Sea Mar Maternity Support Services has an immediate opening .

The position is Monday to Friday 8-5 (no nights or weekends)

RN 1 (ADN degree) $34.63/hour

RN 2 (Bachelor’s degree) $39.72/hour

DCYF Hiring a Help Me Grow Specialist

This project position is integral to implement recently funded agency work through the Preschool Development Grant (PDG) and builds momentum and infrastructure for Help Me Grow Washington, a network of state and community-based systems to link families with young children to high quality early childhood and family support services, supports and information. This role supports the establishment of the Help Me Grow Stewardship Council, facilitates communication across the Help Me Grow governance bodies, and supports active program and grants management. We look forward to bringing on another team member who is committed to advancing racial equity.