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Leadership is demonstrated through clarity, consistency, accountability, and the way we support others in doing their best work.

What leadership qualities matter most to your team?

Is it time to renew your CDA or Director’s Credential? Are you looking for a way to earn your CEUs or In-Service Hours? If so, we encourage you to join the KidVision Teachers Association!

KidVision Pre-K is a Business Advocate Member of FACCM and provides preschool professionals with entertaining and educational professional development and classroom tools, to help them learn and teach Early Learning and Developmental Standards.

For more information visit:

https://www.kidvisionprek.org/teacherdev.html

Children thrive when the adults caring for them are supported too. Staff wellness, manageable systems, and open communication all contribute to safer and more responsive classrooms.

How does your program support educator wellness?

Every quality improvement journey begins with a decision to take the next step. Whether that means revising a policy, coaching a teacher, or beginning accreditation, progress starts with intention.

What next step will your program take this month?

Strong early learning communities are built through trust, communication, and shared responsibility. Children benefit when educators, families, and community partners work toward common goals.

What partnership has made a difference for your program?

As a school leader you know that the financial decisions you make today can have a lasting impact on the strength and sustainability of your early learning program.

From managing day-to-day operations to protecting your business from financial risks having the right knowledge and resources can help you make those decisions with greater confidence.

We hope you’ll join us virtually on Thursday, September 10 at 1:00 PM ET for our upcoming FACCM Connect session, “Strengthening Your Program’s Financial Future.” This session will touch on strategies that can help you strengthen your program’s financial foundation, and make informed decisions about its future.

Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ssfr7du

APPLE Accreditation gives programs a structured opportunity to reflect, improve, and verify that strong practices are in place. The process is designed to help programs build quality from the inside out.

Learn more about beginning your APPLE Accreditation journey at our upcoming information session on Thursday September 17 at 1 PM ET. More details here:

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/yj9pvrs/lp/8a33ffe8-d7a8-4ad3-818a-9dda6ac2bc90

Let's start the week by appreciating some of our industry leaders! FACCM members are leading teams, strengthening communities, and shaping Florida’s early learning landscape every day.

Tag a school leader whose work deserves recognition.

🍎 Please join us in welcoming Michelle Foley to the APPLE Accreditation Commission!

APPLE Accreditation, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Michelle Foley as an APPLE Accreditation Commissioner.

Michelle brings more than 35 years of leadership experience in early childhood education and nonprofit management, with expertise spanning operations, strategic planning, accreditation, regulatory compliance, program development, team leadership, and organizational growth.

As Vice President of Early Education for the YMCA of Central Florida, Michelle provides executive leadership and strategic oversight for Early Learning programs and leads major initiatives focused on quality, compliance, and growth. She also brings firsthand experience with the APPLE Accreditation process and a deep understanding of the important role accreditation and continuous improvement play in strengthening early learning programs.

“Michelle brings an exceptional combination of operational leadership, accreditation knowledge, and a lifelong commitment to early childhood education,” said John Stover, Chair of the APPLE Commission. “Her perspective, experience, and commitment to continuous improvement will be tremendous assets to the APPLE Commission.”

We are excited to welcome Michelle and grateful for her commitment to advancing quality, accountability, and excellence in early education.

Congratulations and welcome, Michelle! 👏🍎

FACCM is proud to have Dr. Glen Mort, President & CEO, representing our members and Florida’s early learning community at the Bainum Family Foundation’s Child Care Regulatory Coherence Convening in Washington, D.C.

Pictured here with Ma**ca Cox Mitchell, Chief Program Officer with the Bainum Family Foundation, Dr. Mort is joining early childhood leaders from across the country for two days of conversation and collaboration focused on strengthening the future of child care regulatory systems.

We are grateful for the opportunity to bring the perspectives and experiences of FACCM members and APPLE Accredited programs to this important national conversation.