Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative
@NebraskaEarly
NECC is investing in the early childhood landscape through innovation, collaboration, and service - strengthening families, businesses, and Nebraska.
Meet Taylor Furnas, a member of the Parent Ambassador Class of 2025! She’s a licensed in-home child care provider in Syracuse, NE, passionate about #ECE & helping her community thrive. Want to join Taylor in making a difference? Apply by July 31! nebraskaearly.org/parents/neamba…
Meet the leaders behind NECC’s mission! In our first Board Spotlight, we’re proud to highlight Tiffany Awortwi, Colten Venteicher, and Board Chair Christian Espinosa Torres. Get to know them on our blog! 👉 nebraskaearly.org/get-to-know-ou…
⏳ Final weekend to apply! Join the Parent Ambassador Class of 2026 and help shape early childhood policy in Nebraska. Apply by July 31 & schedule your interview ASAP: ➤ nebraskaearly.org/parents/neamba… #ParentAmbassadors #NebraskaParents #EarlyChildhoodAdvocacy
Help protect Nebraska’s youngest kids from hidden environmental risks! UNL researchers want your input on plastic container use in homes & child care settings. Take a 10 min survey for a chance to win a $20 Amazon gift card (100 winners). Survey link: unlcorexmuw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6z…
🌟 Who is NECC? We’re a #Nebraska nonprofit putting early childhood first by supporting providers, empowering families, and advocating for high-quality #EarlyChildhoodEducation. Read more about our impact at nebraskaearly.org/impact/annual-…
¡Queda 1 semana para aplicar al programa de Padres Embajadores de NECC! Si eres madre, padre o cuidador de un niño, o trabajas en educación infantil y quieres desarrollar habilidades de liderazgo y apoyo comunitario, el programa gratis es para ti. Visita: bit.ly/44xVRd7
Applications for the @NebraskaEarly Parent Ambassador program close in 1 week! If you are a parent of a young child or an early educator interested in growing your leadership and advocacy skills, this free, year-long program is for you. Apply today! bit.ly/4lsvn3m
🗓️ Save the Date: FFN Appreciation Week 2025 is September 7-12th! 🎉 🎊 Family, Friend and Neighbor Appreciation Week is an opportunity to celebrate the over 5 million FFN caregivers who look after 11.5 million children each year. The celebration of FFN Appreciation Week…
Meet Sarah Videgla, a member of the Parent Ambassador Class of 2025! She is a mom of 3, autism advocate, entrepreneur, & author. She joined to uplift parents & build a stronger community, & you can, too! Apply to the Parent Ambassador program by July 31: nebraskaearly.org/parents/neamba…
Looking to boost your child care skills? 🧠 Explore NECC’s no-cost Learning Library! Find CPR training, curriculum, codes & more. ✔️ 100% online ✔️ In-service hours covered Start now → nebraskaearly.learnupon.com/users/sign_in?… #ChildCare #FreeTraining #EarlyEducation #NECC
Wish you had someone to talk to who gets it? Support groups connect providers who understand the day-to-day of running a child care business. Can't find a child care support group in your area? Start your own with tips from Erin Branch & Kim Chase: 📖 nebraskaearly.org/how-to-start-a…
New to #ECE? Start your career strong with Essentials for Early Educators - a no-cost, 8-week course designed exclusively for educators working at child care centers in the Omaha-Metro area with less than 2 years of experience. Learn more and apply: nebraskaearly.org/essentials/
Say hello to the newest members of NECC’s Advisory Council! 👋 The child care providers who serve on the Advisory Council bring real-world insight from across Nebraska to help guide NECC's work. Connect with one near you: nebraskaearly.org/advisory-counc…
Join the Child Care Network for tools, support & resources to help your child care business grow! Start today: nebraskaearly.org/nebraska-excha… Únase a la Red de Cuidado Infantil y acceda a recursos y apoyo para su negocio. Inscríbase hoy:
Now accepting Parent Ambassador applications from ALL Nebraska counties! This paid, year-long role empowers parents to advocate for early childhood in Nebraska. Apply now: nebraskaearly.org/parents/neamba…
#ParentAmbassador Taylor Furnas is bringing kids and leaders together through storytime in her in-home child care! 📖 NE Senator Bob Hallstrom stopped by, showing advocacy can start with a book! 👉 You can join the Parent Ambassador program, too! Apply: nebraskaearly.org/parents/neamba…
Are you new to #ECE and working in the Omaha Metro area? Join our Essentials for Early Educators course, an 8-week, no-cost training for those in their first two years at a child care center. Learn more and apply: nebraskaearly.org/essentials/
Did you know that Head Start was launched in 1965 as part of Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty? This Independence Day, you can celebrate 60 years of impact - sign Head Start's birthday card and help Nebraska lead the charts! 🎉 birthday.nhsa.org/birthday-sign-… @NatlHeadStart
Medicaid is health care & it is a lifeline for 1 in 3 kids in NE. We must protect Medicaid. Every child deserves a healthy start. We urge you to call NE's Representatives & speak up for children: Mike Flood: (202) 225-4806 Don Bacon: (202) 225-4155 Adrian Smith: (202) 225-6435
Medicaid is vital to NE's children. Federal cuts risk coverage for thousands & strain our state's budget. Call NE's Representatives & speak up: 📞 Mike Flood: (202) 225-4806 📞 Don Bacon: (202) 225-4155 📞 Adrian Smith: (202) 225-6435 Learn more: firstfivenebraska.org/federal-policy…
