Dear Child Care Provider,

We want to make you aware of the statement we just released regarding paying by enrollment in the Child Care Payment Program.

The recent final rule set by HHS leaves this decision to states. We urge MDHS to continue to make CCPP payments to centers based on enrollment, a practice that has proven to help centers and families. In addition, this particular payment practice recognizes that centers must fund their educational facility regardless of how many children may be present/absent.

A recent report from the Mississippi State Auditor's Office suggests this practice invites fraud or waste. However, state and federal regulations include extensive fraud protections.

Please read our statement by clicking the button below and feel free to share among your networks.

Carol Burnett

Executive Director

Mississippi Child Care Changemakers:

Leading the Way to the Ballot Box

Training in Biloxi this Saturday

We hope you will be able to join us this Saturday, May 16 from 10-1 p.m. for our first regional training in Biloxi. The address is:

📍Moore Community House

325 Nixon Street

Biloxi, MS 39530



This statewide training series that will equip you with tools to:

• Educate families about voting

• Connect civic engagement to child care and workforce issues

• Implement the “V is for Vote” curriculum

• Prepare you to vote during the General Election on November 3, 2026

📍 Future Locations include:

Indianola | Tupelo | Jackson

✔ Open to Child Care Leadership Team Members, Staff, & Parents

✔ Employment Equity for Single Moms Providers

✔ Lunch will be provided

Register today by emailing us at info@mschildcare.org.

Together, we are building stronger communities — one voice at a time.