The R&R Early Learning Newsletter provides Program News and  Updates, Early Learning Related Policies, Tips, Inspiration, and Upcoming Events.  Available in PDF
       

July 2026 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
Reminder: Subsidy Attendance forms for June 2026 and earlier must be turned in by July 5th 2026
About CAI Hub the new Subsidy Provider/Family Portal
Early Childhood Policy Updates
California Budget Updates
Heavy Work Ideas for Summer
From the Subsidy Department
BrightLife Kids (brightlife.kids)
Resource & Referral
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night - July 16th 2026
Work With Us Today - Have Questions About Providing Child Care?
Lending Library
Going Crafty with Gold Country Art Spot
Upcoming Professional and Development Trainings
Community Resources
Schedule of Events

June 2026 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
Reminder: Subsidy Attendance forms for June 2026 and earlier must be turned in by July 5th 2026
About CAI Hub the new Subsidy Provider/Family Portal
Early Childhood Policy Updates
California Budget Updates
California Governor's Race
What Builds Brain Development
Health & Safety Reimbursements Available Now!
From the Subsidy Department
BrightLife Kids (brightlife.kids)
Resource & Referral
Family Friend & Neighbor Provider Art Workshop
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night - June 18th 2026
Providers Out and About - at the Frog Jump Youth Parade
Work With Us Today - Have Questions About Providing Child Care?
Lending Library
Community Partners
Schedule of Events

May 2026 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
Reminder: Subsidy Parents & Providers register for CAI Hub and keep informed
From Policy to Practice - Early Childhood Policy Updates
Children's Day and Celebrate Our Children events recap
Online Mandated Reporter Training
CAPR/Firt Aid Training - May 30th
Health & Safety Reimbursements Available Now!
From the Subsidy Department
BrightLife Kids (brightlife.kids)
Child Care Provider Resources:
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night - Masy 21st 2026
Provider Appreciation Night - May 8, 2026
Work With Us Today - Have Questions About Providing Child Care?
Lending Library
Grandparent Cafe
Community Partners
Schedule of Events   

April 2026 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
Reminder: CAI Hub Portal Is Here!
From Policy to Practice - Early Childhood Policy Updates
Online Mandated Reporter Training
Health & Safety Reimbursements Available Now!
From the Subsidy Department
BrightLife Kids (brightlife.kids)
Child Care Provider Resources:
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night - April 16 2026
Provider Appreciation Night - May 8, 2026
Provider Appreciation Day Proclamation  - April 28, 2026
Work With Us Today - Have Questions About Providing Child Care?
Lending Library
Calaveras Children's Fair - April 11, 2026
Amador Celebrate Our Children - April 25, 2026
Grandparent Cafe
Community Partners
Schedule of Events    

March 2026 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
Reminder: CAI Hub Portal Is Here!
R&R On the Road
Three Legislative Bills to Keep Your Eye On
Other Legislation in Progress
Best Practices for a Safe & Secure Child Care Environment
Online Mandated Reporter Training
Health & Safety Reimbursements Available Now!
From the Subsidy Department
BrightLife Kids (brightlife.kids)
Child Care Provider Resources:
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night - March 19 2026
Providers - Share Your Story
Work With Us Today - Have Questions About Providing Child Care?
Lending Library
Calaveras Children's Fair - April 11, 2026
Amador Celebrate Our Children - April 25, 2026
Grandparent Cafe
Community Partners
Schedule of Events   

February 2026 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
CAI Hub Portal Is Here!
California Budget 101
Securing the Future for California Families
Your Voice Matters!
PBS Kids- Media Made for Growing Minds
Health & Safety Reimbursements Available Now!
From the Subsidy Department
BrightLife Kids (brightlife.kids)
Child Care Provider Resources:
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night - February 19 2026
Work With Us Today - Have Questions About Providing Child Care?
Lending Library
Calaveras Children's Fair - April 11, 2026
Grandparent Cafe
Community Partners
Schedule of Events  

January 2026 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
ECE Resources California
Introducing Mia Hurst our new Resource & Referral Specialist
2026 Child Care Policy and Practice
Learn About the Impact of Transitional Kindergarten in California
Family Child Care Fundamental Series - 4 Weekly sessions - Jan 20th - Feb 10th
CPR & First Aid  Health & Safety Training - January 24th 2026
Health & Safety Reimbursements Available Now!
From the Subsidy Department
Stages of Play
Child Care Provider Resources:
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night - January 15 2026
Work With Us Today - Have Questions About Providing Child Care?
Lending Library
Grandparent Cafe
Community Partners
Schedule of Events     

December 2025 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
Giving Tuesday
CalSavers | Retirement Savings Requirement for Small Business
California Early Care & Education Workforce Registry is Closing
Chile Care Taxes for Providers Workshop - December 9th
Family Child Care Fundamental Series - 4 Weekly sessions - Jan 9th - Feb 10th
CPR & First Aid  Health & Safety Training - January 24th 2026
Health & Safety Reimbursements Available Now!
From the Subsidy Department
The Resource Connection Holiday Coloring Contest
Child Care Provider Resources:
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night - December 18 2025
Work With Us Today - Have Questions About Provifing Child Care?
Lending Library
Grandparent Cafe
Community Partners
Schedule of Events     

November 2025 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
Holiday Office Closures
California Early Care & Education Workforce Registry is Closing
CPR & First Aid  Health & Safety Training - January 24th 2026
Health & Safety Reimbursements Available Now!
A Note For Our Dedicated, Providers, Educators, & Families
From the Subsidy Department
The Resource Connection Holiday Coloring Contest
Child Care Provider Resources:
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night - November 20th, 2026
Work With Us Today - Have Questions About Providing Child Care?
Lending Library
Child Care Resource Hub - Pumpkin Pie Playdough (non-edible)
Five Reasons to Teach Pat-A-Cake & Other Clapping Games
Grandparent Cafe
Community Partners
Schedule of Events    

October 2025 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
Job Opening - Resource & Referral Specialist
October 20-26 is Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
Communicating Well With Babies and Children: Tips
Little Hands-Big Words Signing with Infants & Toddlers Workshop - Oct 14th
CPR Class & Health and Safety Reimbursement is Available Now
From the Subsidy Department
Child Care Provider Resources:
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night Oct. 23rd
Work From Home - Be a Child Care Provider
Lending Library
Grandparent Cafe
Community Partners
Schedule of Events   

September 2025 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
How to Encourage Your Child's Language Development at Every Stage
Fall Begins September 22nd!  Are You Ready?
CPR Class & Health and Safety Reimbursement is Available Now
Amador College Connect
TrustLine
From the Subsidy Department
Child Care Provider Resources:
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night Sept. 18th
Work From Home - Be a Child Care Provider
Lending Library
Grandparent Cafe
Community Partners
Schedule of Events  

August 2025 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director  
How to Cope with Back to School Anxiety - Parenting Tips & Advice
Swinging: Not Just for Recess
Health and Safety Reimbursement is Available Now
Amador College Connect
-ECE Job Board & Did you know Amador College Connect Can Help You Earn Your Assistant Teaching Permit...
TrustLine
From the Subsidy Department
Child Care Provider Resources:
Child Care Resource Hub Provider Night
Work From Home - Be a Child Care Provider
Lending Library
Grandparent Cafe
Community Partners
Schedule of Events 

July 2025 [PDF]

Message from Our Program Director
The Importance of Child Care - a Calsveras Child Care Council Video
Voices of Child Care Providers: A Needs Survey
New Guidance for Integrating Family Child Care Homes Into Public Preschool
(not) Today I Watered the Garden
Amador College Connect-ECE Job Board
TrustLine
From the Subsidy Department
Work From Home - Be a Child Care Provider
Lending Library
Child Care Provider Resources:
Grandparent Cafe
Community Partners
Schedule of Events