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Special Notice Due to Coronavirus Pandemic
Due to the continued suspension, cancellations and postponements of most gatherings as a result of federal, state and local guidelines, any and all trainings, deadlines, jobs and events listed in this Provider Bulletin should be specifically verified with the hosting organization or agency.
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The Children's Trust Announces
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Does Your Program Have a Major Focus on Literacy? *
If so, the Florida Department of Education and the Office of Early Learning need your assistance with the Comprehensive Literacy State Development Grant application. If awarded, the state will distribute
95%
of the grant funding to local literacy programs. Complete this
needs assessment
in 25 minutes by Friday, May 22.
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Seeking Child Care Providers for Thrive by 5 Early Learning (QIS)
Applications are open to become a part of the Thrive by 5 Early Learning Quality Improvement system (QIS). Through the Thrive by 5 QIS, early learning programs and teachers will have access to comprehensive opportunities to improve and sustain high-quality early learning programs. To access more information on Thrive By 5 QIS, including a description of benefits and supports
click here
.
Licensed child care programs that meet all of the following criteria qualify to participate; those meeting some criteria may qualify, depending on available resources:
- Serve 30 percent or more young children (under age 6) receiving a school readiness subsidy
- Located in a low-income neighborhood
- Serve infants and toddlers
Applications for 2020-2121 must be submitted no later than June 1. For instructions and
step-by-step guide click here
. Providers that are currently participating in Thrive By 5 QIS will need to submit an application, however, your application will automatically be approved.
To access the application, please go to the
ELC Provider Portal
and click on the Thrive By 5 QIS logo.
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COVID-19 Catalog in Trust Academy
Are you ready to reopen your child care center, summer camp, business (office or administrative services) now that COVID-19 restrictions are starting to be lifted? Are you wondering what the CDC and OSHA guidelines are for reopening?
Reopening Guidance Courses in Trust Academy
The Children's Trust and CypherWorx, Inc. are offering courses for you in Trust Academy that are full of useful information, how-to safety considerations, and access to important CDC and OSHA links for important information designed to keep your staff, customers, clients and employees safe.
These courses include:
- CDC Guidelines for Reopening Schools and Day Camps
- CDC Guidelines for Employers and Small Businesses
- CDC Guidelines for Reopening Child Care Providers
- CDC Guidelines for Child Care Providers That Remain Open
To access these courses, please log into Trust Academy through your
Trust Central
account. Go to the
Course Catalog
. Click on
Show Categories
. These courses will be found within
COVID-19
.
While in Trust Academy, check out our other courses including the newly released Considering Delivering Services Through Video Conferencing: Where Do I Start? and The Big 5: Questions and Tips to Support Your Emotional Well-Being During COVID-19 in the UM Team COACH Online Training and Training & Implementation Associates Online Training categories.
If you do not yet have a Trust Central account, please have your agency administrator follow the instructions
located here
. If you are not funded by The Children's Trust you can still access these and other courses in Trust Academy. Follow the instructions in Account Creation steps 3 & 4 in the
Trust Academy User Guide
. If you have any questions regarding Trust Academy, please review the
Trust Academy User Guide.
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FREE
Young Talent Big Dreams Countywide Competition Moves Online
The show must go on! Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, together with presenting sponsor The Children’s Trust, have gone virtual to reopen auditions for the 10th anniversary season of Young Talent Big Dreams (YTBD), the most widespread talent competition for youth in the county. The competition will continue with kids between the ages of 8-17 submitting preliminary round audition videos that showcase their talents. Prizes remain the same and the semifinals and finals will be held in front of live audiences in late August and September, respectively, at The Miracle Theatre in Coral Gables, conditions permitting.
Those interested in registering for the new online competition should go to
StayHome.Miami
, The Children’s Trust’s new website with activities, resources and other fun features, for more information.
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StayHome.Miami Launches to Provide Fun & Activities for Families
The Children's Trust has launched
StayHome.Miami
, a new website that serves as a central repository for resources to parents and the community at large during the COVID-19 crisis. This resource is full of valuable information to help families cope with the challenges they are facing right now. More importantly, it give parents and caregivers useful tips and activities to help them and their children navigate the disruptions to daily lives. StayHome.Miami will help families enjoy their time together while staying safe at home. Resources and activities include read-aloud e-books, free downloadable coloring books, and many other fun and interactive options. If you have any resources, activities, or ideas to contribute to the website, please reach out to us and let us know.
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Submit Audits Electronically
The Children’s Trust now requires that all audit confirmation requests be submitted via email. These requests can be submitted to
audit.confirmations@thechildrenstrust.org
. We appreciate your flexibility and hope you are staying safe during this time.
For audit extensions, please email
audits@thechildrenstrust.org
. We will be closely monitoring any future dates that could also be possibly affected by the pandemic.
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COVID-19 Invoicing Guide
This COVID-19 pandemic has affected service and program delivery. The Children's Trust has messaged that we will cover costs that providers would have incurred during this period. The COVID-19 Invoicing Guide below will provide invoicing guidance during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Still Time to Fill Out Census Online
If you haven't received an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census online, or have but have not yet done so, there is still time. Options to fill out the census are available online, by phone or by mail. As providers, you are in a unique position to help direct families on filling out the census and informing them that it's safe, easy and important. Remember, the individuals you serve are often those who will most benefit from an accurate census count.
If you have not received your census invitation by now, you can still go online and fill out the census. Visit
my2020census.gov
.
For more information, materials and resources visit the 2020 Census pages at:
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Project RISE Upcoming Trainings *
To take any of Project RISE's many online trainings, please log into your
Trust Academy
account.
- Differentiated Literacy Instruction - May 27, 4:30 p.m.
- Literacy Outcome Assessment: Oral Reading Fluency - June 5, 10:30 a.m.
Register for these trainings on Trust Academy to receive the Zoom meeting link.
Project RISE Online Coaching Opportunities
If your program is open and you need help with reading and literacy instructional support, fitness activity promotion, or behavior management support, Project RISE is offering remote coaching services through available technologies. Please visit
Project RISE
and let them know what you need. Project RISE is available to help!
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Advocacy Network on Disabilities
If your program needs support including children with disabilities in virtual activities, our inclusion specialists are here to help through coaching, observation and providing resources. Reach out to your assigned inclusion specialist or Jen Urbay, Director, Community Inclusion Initiatives at
jurbay@advocacynetwork.org
or 305.308.9941.
To access any of our courses, please log in to Trust Academy through
Inclusion Peer Support Groups (IPS)
New! Inclusion Peer Support Groups: The Advocacy Network invites you to continue connecting. We are launching a series of Inclusion Peer Support Groups! Each one will be centered around a specific mini-theme, based on the groups’ interests. Attend any or all of these sessions.
- Tuesday, May 26, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. – via Zoom
- Tuesday, June 02, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. – via Zoom
ON-LINE TRAININGS – Register through Trust Academy
Discovering Inclusion:
This is the core training that sets the foundation for all others. Learn about different types of disabilities, the characteristics and benefits of an inclusive program, and how to use People First Language and respectful etiquette.
Introduction to Successful Inclusion of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Part 1:
Learn the facts about Autism Spectrum Disorder – you may be surprised to find that some of what you think isn’t necessarily so. Get an overview of how to help children meet behavioral expectations, recognize and accommodate those with sensory sensitivities, address bullying, and ensure a safe environment.
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Providers & Partners, Tell Us All About Your Good Work to Address Needs in the Community During the Pandemic!
Trust-funded programs and initiatives throughout the community have been featured for the inspiring, life-changing services they provide to the children and families of Miami-Dade during the coronavirus pandemic. Please continue the good work and make sure to share on social media while tagging us. Also, don't forget to email your
stories and latest triumphs here
!
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Available Mental Health Services at Institute for Child and Family Health, Inc. *
Institute for Child and Family Health (ICFH) provides mental health services including Individual/family therapy and psychiatry for children and adolescents in Miami Dade County. The institute accepts most Medicaid HMO’s and have funding for children of low-income families who do not have insurance. ICFH also provides individual/family therapy and psychiatry services for adults who have Medicaid.
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Looking for Foster Parents *
The Unaccompanied Refugee Minors Program provides foster care for unaccompanied refugee minors and independent living services to refugee youth. Join them for a free foster care info session to learn about fostering or mentoring unaccompanied refugee minors and youth.
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Survey of Nonprofit Organization Leaders in Miami-Dade County
In collaboration with Miami-Dade County, the FIU Jorge M. Pèrez Metropolitan Center is conducting a survey to understand how the local nonprofit sector is managing through the COVID-19 crisis. Your responses are anonymous and confidential. The results of this survey will let our community and donors have the necessary information to support the nonprofit sector during these difficult times.
The results of the survey will be released as part of the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce Thursday Roundtable webinar series on May 28 at 1 p.m.
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PhilanthropyMiami Academy: Fundraising Fundamentals
PhilanthropyMiami Academy is offering a summer cohort edition of Fundraising Fundamentals, an educational experience for people who have entered the fundraising profession in the last two years. The curriculum will cover a whole range of topics that new development professionals need to know. Classes will take place virtually for 5 consecutive weeks beginning Tuesday, June 2, 2020, for $349.
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Program Manager, MDC's Institute for Civic Engagement and Democracy *
Miami Dade College’s Institute for Civic Engagement and Democracy (iCED) is seeking to fill its Hialeah Campus Full-Time Program Manager position. Manage, lead, create, and implement campus civic learning and democratic engagement programming including academic service-learning and voter engagement, and myriad other changemaking programming. The position requires a Master’s degree. Salary range: $49,675 - $62,094.
Interested applicants should apply attention Josh Young at
jyoung@mdc.edu by May 29, 2020.
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Available Positions at Institute for Child and Family Health, Inc. *
- Therapist
- Mental Health Targeted Case Manager
For complete job listing, descriptions, requirements and to apply, visit CAREERBUILDER and CAREERROOKIE and/or e-mail résumé and cover letter to
Employment@icfhinc.org.
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Do you have an announcement you'd like included in the
Weekly Provider Bulletin?
Deadline is 5 p.m. Monday for distribution that same week. Please be sure to include the who, what, when, where and why of your announcement.
to your address book.
Please do not submit announcement requests to this email address.
The Children's Trust reserves the right to omit, edit and/or adjust your announcement
for style, content and/or space considerations.
Inclusion of announcements in the
Weekly Provider Bulletin is provided as a free service to the community and does not constitute an endorsement by The Children's Trust.
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