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Upcoming Events
Nov. 13: DPHHS child care licensing rules hearing (9 a.m.)
Nov. 14: Economic Affairs Interim Committee meeting
Nov. 16: CFHHS Interim Committee meeting
Nov. 16-17: Education Interim Committee meeting - The committee will tour facilities in Bonner/Missoula, no remote participation available. On Nov. 16 at noon, joint meeting with Board of Public Education (HB 352 - targeted early literacy - is on the agenda)
Nov. 15-17: Board of Public Education meeting
Nov. 21: OPI’s Early Literacy Collaborative first meeting (webpage)
Montana Child Care Business Connect Tiny Trainings Webinar Series:
- Nov. 16: Q&A with a Lawyer
- Nov. 30: Q&A with Human Resources
- Dec. 14: Q&A with a Licensor & an R&R
All Tiny Training webinars are held from 1:30-2 p.m. Register below!
Child care rules public comment closes Nov. 17
Hey, child care providers! Changes are coming to child care rules in Montana. DPHHS will host a public hearing on Nov. 13 at 9 a.m. Read the full proposed rules package here: https://bit.ly/dphhs-ccrules
DPHHS is encouraging providers to submit public comment to: Bailey Yuhas, Department of Public Health and Human Services, Office of Legal Affairs, P.O. Box 4210, Helena, Montana, 59604-4210; fax (406) 444-9744; or e-mail hhsadminrules@mt.gov
All written comments must be received no later than 5 p.m. on Nov. 17, 2023.
Join the Nov. 13 hearing via zoom.
(meeting ID: 857 9222 7402, and password: 151321; or join by phone: +1 646 558 8656)
The department issued a legislative update to providers last month, that letter can be found here: https://bit.ly/depths-legupdate
Contact Congress!
Congress agreed to temporarily keep the government open at current funding levels until Nov. 17 – now is the time to urge our Montana congressional delegation to prioritize Montana’s youngest children and oppose budget cuts to programs our kids need.
Most of the funding that comes to Montana for essential child care,
early education and health services is funded through the federal government – cutting this funding will severely impact the programs Montana children and families depend on.
Montana needs long-term comprehensive solutions at the federal level to allow for safe, nurturing, and affordable options for every family. It’s easy and quick to send your congressmen a message at bit.ly/MTworkingfamilies .
Boost your child care business!
Are you a child care provider struggling to navigate the world of business? Montana Child Care Business Connect is here to help!
Our team of expert business advisors and coaches provides FREE one-on-one support to help you with everything from financial management to marketing strategies. We understand that running a business while also providing high-quality child care can be challenging, so let us help make it easier.
Our advisors have helped child care providers just like you succeed in the business world. Whether you're looking to expand your services, increase your enrollment, or simply streamline your operations, we can provide you with the guidance you need.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your child care business to the next level. Contact our Senior Child Care Business Advisor, Jason Nitschke, today to learn more about our FREE business advising and coaching services.
Education & Events
These free offerings are part of a webinar series specific to different aspects of business practices for business owners/directors/managers. Participants must attend a minimum of four of the seven offerings to receive CE credit.
Remaining Webinar Series Schedule:
- November 16: Q&A with a Lawyer
- November 30: Q&A with Human Resources
- December 14: Q&A with a Licensor & an R&R
All Tiny Training webinars are held from 1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Missed a Tiny Training webinar? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to access past recordings. Or visit childcarebusinessconnect.com.
Now hiring!
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies is hiring a Director of Communications & Outreach and a Program Manager. Learn more on their website!
In the News
- Montana Child Care Business Connect expands into eight new counties (KTVH)
- States reconsider religious exemptions for vaccinations in child care (KFF Health News)
- New day care & preschool planned for Townsend (MT43 News)
- Red State parents need child care too (Deseret News)
- No, 1000 Colorado child care programs are not about to close (Chalkbeat Colorado)
