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TITLE: August Updates
Key Notes:
-Travel and Connecting
-WhatsUpWednesday Highlights
-Save the Date info
-Upcoming interviews
DATE: September, 2023
TITLE: August Updates
Key Notes:
-Colorado FCCH Providers – Facilities Funding Available Through ECCA
-Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) in Child Care Toolkit
-ECE Mental Health Support
-Funding Support
DATE: August, 2023
TITLE: Let Your Voice Be Heard!
DESCRIPTION: In this month's newsletter, we highlight ECE mental health support, as well as inform of the Home Providers and Centers Quarterly Connection meeting. We share about a fun family engagement day as well as highlight our CEO, Judy Williams joining industry leaders to discuss EHS-CCP with the Bipartisan policy center. ELV has received a Daniels Grant, funding 50 homes and centers in Colorado for a whole year. We have also received funding from the Comis Foundation to support 35 child care programs OUTSIDE of CO for a year as well. We have included on UPK Colorado in this month's newsletter too. As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: July, 2023
TITLE: Help Us Celebrate Another Year of Impact
DESCRIPTION: Check out our new 2022 Annual Impact Report and save the date on our next #WUW! We highlight our podcast and share about our time at the Early Childhood Conference in New Orleans. Our webinar with Melissa Buccholz is on July 14th and we outreach for more ideas for our webinar series in the future. ELV has received a Daniels Grant, funding 50 homes and centers in Colorado for a whole year. We have also received funding from the Comis Foundation to support 35 child care programs OUTSIDE of CO for a year as well. We have included on UPK Colorado in this month's newsletter too. As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: June, 2023
TITLE: Scholarships and More!
DESCRIPTION: In this month's newsletter we sent a Save the Date for the Home Providers and Centers Quarterly Connection. We are still providing free Alliance CORE costs for a year for new users. We also provided an update on UPK Colorado. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews. We shared an update on our parent podcast - Family Engagement Fridays and highlighted scholarships available through T.E.A.C.H.
DATE: May, 2023
TITLE: We're Hiring!
DESCRIPTION: We are still actively searching for a Spanish Speaking client support member. We have also officially launched Alliance CORE in Spanish and include instructional links and flyers for how to navigate the platforms. We highlight the quarterly connection meetings coming up as well. ELV has received a Daniels Grant, funding 50 homes and centers in Colorado for a whole year. We have also received funding from the Comis Foundation to support 35 child care programs OUTSIDE of CO for a year as well. We have included on UPK Colorado in this month's newsletter too. As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: April, 2023
TITLE: RMECC, Spanish Speaking CS and More!
DESCRIPTION: ELV will be attending the RMECC conference as a session and booth vendor. We are also actively searching for a Spanish Speaking client support member. ELV has received a Daniels Grant, funding 50 homes and centers in Colorado for a whole year. We have also received funding from the Comis Foundation to support 35 child care programs OUTSIDE of CO for a year as well. We have included on UPK Colorado in this month's newsletter too. As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: March, 2023
TITLE: New Members Get FREE CORE
DESCRIPTION: ELV has received a Daniels Grant, funding 50 homes and centers in Colorado for a whole year. We have also received funding from the Comis Foundation to support 35 child care programs OUTSIDE of CO for a year as well. We have included on UPK Colorado in this month's newsletter too. As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: February, 2023
TITLE: New Year, New Updates!
DESCRIPTION: In this month's newsletter, we highlight our team building day at Black Cube as well as share the link to our new podcast as well. We share links to our past ERTC and FFRA tax credit webinars too. ELV has received a Daniels Grant, funding 50 homes and centers in Colorado for a whole year. We have also received funding from the Comis Foundation to support 35 child care programs OUTSIDE of CO for a year as well. As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: January, 2023
TITLE: COGD, Travel, Podcast Launch and More!
DESCRIPTION: In this month's newsletter, we highlight our team's recent travels to Pennsylvania as well as announce a podcast the team has started that will launch before the end of the year. Colorado Gives Day is right around the corner so we include the donation link as well. ELV shares a statement of support of the LGBTQ+ communities due to the recent act of violence in Colorado. We share links to our past ERTC and FFRA tax credit webinars too. ELV has received a Daniels Grant, funding 50 homes and centers in Colorado for a whole year As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: December, 2022
TITLE: ERTC, FFCRA, Training and Travels
DESCRIPTION: In this month's newsletter, we highlight our 2022 staff training as well as our recent travels to Virginia. We share about the ERTC and FFCRA updates and opportunity available to providers. We've included the EPIC Awards video as well as this month's #WhatsUpWednesday highlight being ECEA's update on their new Health Plan. ELV has received a Daniels Grant, funding 50 homes and centers in Colorado for a whole year As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: November, 2022
TITLE: New COO, Travels and Updates
DESCRIPTION: In this month's newsletter, we welcome our team's new COO, Christian Andrade and highlight our recent travels to Hawaii for a Family Child Care Conference. It is is Head Start Awareness Month, so we include 5 things to know about the programs as well. We highlight a #WhatsUpWednesday with Sondra Ranum with the Colorado Department of Higher Education who goes over the funding opportunities distributed in partnership with CDEC. ELV has received a Daniels Grant, funding 50 homes and centers in Colorado for a whole year and we share about our upcoming October webinars on the Employee Retention Tax Credit and Families First Coronavirus Response Act. We highlight new "Resources from EHS Staff" as well. As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: October, 2022
TITLE: Webinars, Grants and More!
DESCRIPTION: In this month's newsletter, we share our team's recent travels to South Carolina for a conference and our expansion into Massachusetts and Pennsylvania. We highlight a #WhatsUpWednesday with Lisa Roy with the Colorado Department of Early Childhood as well. ELV has received a Daniels Grant, funding 50 homes and centers in Colorado for a whole year and we share about our upcoming October webinars on the Employee Retention Tax Credit and Families First Coronavirus Response Act. We highlight new "Resources from EHS Staff" as well. As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: September, 2022
TITLE: CEO Announcement, New Positions and Milestones!
DESCRIPTION: In this month's newsletter revamp, we share news about our team's new CEO, Judy Williams as well as highlight our team's recent trip to New Orleans for a conference. We reached over 1,000 network members and highlight an updated national expansion map to share where we have partners located across the United States. We had hub partners from Virginia and Hawaii visiting us recently and highlight ELV in the press news as well. We highlight new "Resources from EHS Staff" as well. As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: August, 2022
TITLE: Summertime Updates for You!
DESCRIPTION: This month, we share about the team's second upcoming trip to New Orleans, LA and highlight new "Resources from EHS Staff" as well. We inform of the referral program and the positions we're hiring for at ELV. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Sue Kansteiner. As always, we include who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: July, 2022
TITLE: Annual Report, Legislation, Payroc and More!
DESCRIPTION: This month, we share our newest Annual Report update, highlight our new Payroc vendor for parent billing, share about the team's trip to New Orleans, LA and engage with the system's new CACFP feature. We include information about legislative bills and share new "Resources from EHS Staff" as well. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Lauren Dennis. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: June, 2022
TITLE: Resources, Referrals and More!
DESCRIPTION: This month, we share about the team's trip to Austin, TX and introduce the system's new CACFP feature. We include new "Resources from EHS Staff" as well. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Faith Racine. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: May, 2022
TITLE: Spring Updates, Webinar and More!
DESCRIPTION: This month, we promote our April webinar and include our "Three Free Resources" for the first time provided by our EHS staff. We also include a reminder about our Alliance CORE mobile features as well as some important information regarding tax prep with the Statement of Payments Report as tax season is upon us. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Lora Stanfield-Rohlman. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: April, 2022
TITLE: Webinar Line-Up, CTC and More
DESCRIPTION: This month, we promote our March webinar line-up and include a reminder about our Alliance CORE mobile features as well as some important information regarding tax prep with the Statement of Payments Report as tax season is upon us. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Tim Garcia. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: March, 2022
TITLE: Webinar Line-Up, CTC and More
DESCRIPTION: This month, we provide info on COVID Vaccine data within Alliance CORE, promote our February webinar line-up and share information on the #unbearable campaign. We include a reminder about our Alliance CORE mobile features as well as some important information regarding tax prep with the Statement of Payments Report as tax season is upon us. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Jennifer Rosendo. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: February, 2022
TITLE: New Year Recap
DESCRIPTION: This month, we cover a year in review highlight of 2021 for ELV's successes. We also link to a Statement of Payments Report as tax season is upon us. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Elsa Sackett. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: January, 2022
TITLE: Happy Holiday from the ELV Team!
DESCRIPTION: This month, we highlight the positions we're currently hiring for on our career page as well as mention the use of our product, Alliance CORE's mobile applications as well. We share a previous #WUW interview with Jennifer Geiselhofer from Dental at Your Door who goes over all things dental hygiene for children. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Ty Johnson. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: December, 2021
TITLE: Expansion, Apps & More!
DESCRIPTION: This month, we highlight our recent expansion to Indiana with Early Childhood Alliance and promote the use of our mobile applications as well. We also advertise our Colorado-tailored Conscious Discipline courses. We share a previous #WUW interview with Dana Richardson, Executive Director of Life Center Academy who received a Level 5 CO Shines rating. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is new Client Support Specialist, Fizza Choudhry. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: November, 2021
TITLE: Fall Resources and Highlights!
DESCRIPTION: This month, we highlight a press event that a partner site hosted with Senator Bennet about child tax credit needs. We also advertise our Colorado-tailored Conscious Discipline courses. We share a previous #WUW interview with Brigid Hunt about recipe frameworks and what a useful tools they can be when providers cannot source ingredients in a recipe they like to use. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Amy Heide. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: October, 2021
TITLE: Tools for You!
DESCRIPTION: This month, we highlight a budget tool and include the link to access for both homes and centers. We include an instructional document regarding our new mobile enhancements and announce more is to come supporting document wise. We welcome, newest Client Support Specialist member, Amy Heide to the team and highlight a recent #WhatsUpWEdnesday interview done in August with guest, Constant Hine covering her trainings and coaching available. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Malana Boris. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: September, 2021
TITLE: Mobile Updates, CTC & More!
DESCRIPTION: This month, we have our mobile IM and daily reporting announcement to the Alliance CORE system, congratulate Ty Johnson on being a member of the Transition Advisory Group and share about Senator Bennett's visit with ELV site. We highlight a July #WhatsUpWednesday video with Cassie Levya regarding the CTC as well. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Jennifer Hinderliter. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: August, 2021
TITLE: Summer Updates on the Horizon
DESCRIPTION: This month, we have our save the date for our July webinar and have an announcement for any child care businesses temporarily closing for the summer. We highlight a June #WhatsUpWednesday video with Brandon DiCesare for the DocsByPhone feature as well. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Michael Taylor. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: July, 2021
TITLE: Summer Updates on the Horizon
DESCRIPTION: This month, we recap how successful Teacher Appreciation Baskets and share photos of the prep process to get these out to the winners of our nominations in May. We have included our June webinar save-the-dates and highlight one of May’s #WhatsUpWednesday videos done with Erin Holt. She highlights all things ECE Shared Resources Platform. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Tristan Clerihew. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: June, 2021
TITLE: Mental Health Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION: Check out several resources and videos regarding Mental Health Awareness for this month's topic. We also include a video highlighting Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage month. Check out a demo video on the ELV Billing module as well. Save the date for our May webinar with Lisa Armao of Boomers Leading Change and watch one of April's #WhatsUpWednesday videos done with Sue Renner about the American Rescue Plan Act's Impact on the child care industry. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Tracey McKinney. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: May, 2021
TITLE: Spring and Updates On the Horizon!
DESCRIPTION: Save the date for our April webinar and visit a link to participate in our 2020-2021 ELV Feedback Survey. We highlight our #WhatsUpWednesday interview with ELV staff, Tim Garcia, about Early Head Start as well. This month's "Get To Know The Team" is Eva Nagel. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: April, 2021
TITLE: Spring and Updates On the Horizon!
DESCRIPTION: Check out our newest resources as well as the most recent #WhatsUpWednesday with ELV staff, Eva Nagel, about the team's new Knowledge Base. We share information about our newest blog on age group data and partnerships as well as a fun blurb to get to know our team member, Carson Haney. Our team has a new Calendly accessible via the link provided as well as in staff email signatures as a convenient way to schedule any kind of training needed. The National CACFP week is coming up as well, so we promote the social media contest involving that. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: March, 2021
TITLE: Network and Team Growth
DESCRIPTION: Learn about the team's new Knowledge Base and what tools that has to offer thus far. We have added two new team members to our ELV staff, Kailee Smith and Carson Haney. This week's #WhatsUpWednesday interview is also featured this month to highlight Louise Stoney's work with Opportunities Exchange and the Iron Triangle. There are several resources included with registration links to learn more. As always, we include referral information and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: February, 2021
TITLE: New Year, New News!
DESCRIPTION: Learn about what's new in client support including the CORE-to-ATS Interface Enhancement and the Knowledge Base. Coloradans can learn about the COVID-19 Phase 1B vaccine and providers will see a flyer for how to run the "Statement of Payments" report within the Parent App for tax season. The Sales team has a January promo going on and the team shares out their 2020 year in review graphic relating to support and funding throughout the year. There is also a reminder to for ELV members to use AmazonSmile when doing their personal shopping as a way to support the ELV team mission. As always, we include referral information, pandemic related enhancements to the Alliance CORE system, where to purchase more masks and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours, Resource Platform account access and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: January, 2021
TITLE: 'Tis the Season!
DESCRIPTION: Learn about the Child Care Sustainability Gran Program as well as access a link to donate to ELV for Colorado Gives day on the 8th. We have updated our availability hours for the holidays coming up and have included numerous educational items including trainings and webinars available across several organizations. As always, we include referral information, pandemic related enhancements to the Alliance CORE system, where to purchase more masks and who to contact if in need of a website for an online presence in the child care industry. Additionally, all reminders are included for office hours, Resource Platform account access and information about our Breakout Series and #WhatsUpWednesday interviews.
DATE: December, 2020
TITLE: November News!
DESCRIPTION: Learn about several webinar resources available within the industry and see where you can donate early to ELV for Colorado Gives Day. Check out a new graphic the team created to show the multi-use Alliance CORE system and as always, contact the team with referrals to receive two months from of the system for yourself. As always, we have masks for purchase, the capability to create/edit/design custom websites for you as a child care provider and several other standard updates regarding office hours. Read about reminders on the #WhatsUpWednesday interviews and the 2020 Webinar Breakout Series.
DATE: November, 2020
TITLE: Tips and Tricks for YOU!
DESCRIPTION: Learn about the Child Care Assistance Program Attendance Tracking System (CCAP ATS) update and see where ELV was featured in press release articles recently. Client support has started "Tips and Tricks" tutorial videos that you can see on our Facebook page. As always, we have masks for purchase, the capability to create/edit/design custom websites for you as a child care provider and several other standard updates regarding office hours. Read about reminders on the #WhatsUpWednesday interviews and the 2020 Webinar Breakout Series.
DATE: October, 2020
TITLE: Making Back to School Safe & Easy!
DESCRIPTION: We announce the "September to Remember" webinars line-up. See who the guests are, when they will be speaking and what topics they'll be covering. The ELV Authorized Pickup and Provider/Staff apps are available as more safe and easy enhancements we've recently done. As always, we have masks for purchase, the capability to create/edit/design custom websites for you as a child care provider and several other standard updates regarding office hours. Read about reminders on the #WhatsUpWednesday interviews and the 2020 Webinar Breakout Series.
DATE: September, 2020
TITLE: We Have Your Back!
DESCRIPTION: We highlight our provider, Shailee's Sunbeams as Director, Jessica, shares a heart warming story this month. As always, we have masks for purchase, the capability to create/edit/design custom websites for you as a child care provider and several other standard updates regarding office hours. Read about reminders on the #WhatsUpWednesday interviews and the 2020 Webinar Breakout Series.
DATE: August, 2020
TITLE: Your ELV Summer Updates!
DESCRIPTION: We highlight ELV network member, Rachael Balerio as she discusses her recent, successful, virtual licensing visit while using Alliance CORE. As always, we have masks for purchase, the capability to create/edit/design custom websites for you as a child care provider and several other standard updates regarding office hours. Read about reminders on the #WhatsUpWednesday interviews and the 2020 Webinar Breakout Series. Contact Brooke Shellhorn to participate in the ECE Legislation call.
DATE: July, 2020
TITLE: The Latest From ELV
DESCRIPTION: This is the third month in a row that we are offering THREE MONTHS FREE of Alliance CORE, thanks to generous donors. Learn about and register for several community webinars including Tom Copeland, Homegrown, and read about which ELV provider family child care homes were ECCLA awardees. We've provided resources and links on the Black Lives Matter movement as well. As always, we have the capability to create/edit/design custom websites for you as a child care provider and several other standard updates regarding office hours. Read about reminders on the #ELVcares social media campaign and contact Brooke Shellhorn to participate in the ECE Legislation call.
DATE: June, 2020
TITLE: Bring On May Flowers
DESCRIPTION: This is the second month in a row that we are offering Alliance CORE for free to our network, thanks to generous donors. We link webinars that we've hosted over the several weeks for easy access. Learn about the new Parent App that increases efficiency and allows parents to use their security code on any phone/tablet. We encourage you to update your status on CO shines and complete the 2020 census.
DATE: May, 2020
TITLE: We're Here For You!
DESCRIPTION: We cover April's Alliance CORE invoices for our network due to the pandemic. We've linked April themed books for your use and leisure to spend time with your kiddos. Learn about a scholarship opportunity and a COVID-19 related webinar done by the Colorado Office of Early Childhood. The 2020 2nd annual training conference will be postponed due to the pandemic.
DATE: April, 2020
TITLE: Spring Has Sprung!
DESCRIPTION: Save the date for ELV's 2nd annual training conference. Learn about a CCCAP workshop and some Alliance CORE tips we wanted to share with you. It's tax season, which means you can donate your refund to a nonprofit of your choice. The Kiosk App is now available as a valuable backup for child and staff check-in/out daily. We have SCOOP gift cards to grocery stores for those interested in the nutritional program for their children and families.
DATE: March, 2020
TITLE: Big Goals on the Horizon!
DESCRIPTION: Michael Taylor has large goals on the outreach team and would like to help others "move past paper," and save them time and money - learn more on the presentation he gives to providers, sites, directors, and teachers. Acquire4Hire is a smart hiring tool that helps small businesses recruit quality staff. We have SCOOP gift cards to grocery stores for those interested in the nutritional program for their children and families.
DATE: February, 2020
TITLE: New Year, New Updates from ELV Client Support
DESCRIPTION: Acquire4Hire is a smart hiring tool that helps small businesses recruit quality staff. We have SCOOP gift cards to grocery stores for those interested in the nutritional program for their children and families. Need to schedule a CORE refresher, reach out to our team for more training for you or your staff. learn more about a Food Program reminder this newsletter as well.
DATE: January, 2020