4C for Children

Congratulations Victoria Faris and Alissa Nasiatka! Both are now a ZERO TO THREE Certified Trainer: Critical Competencies for Infant-Toddler Educators after 135 hours of training. Keep an eye on our 2025 training calendar for trainings with these and our many other wonderful specialists: https://buff.ly/3Dk18e7

🛒 Make grocery shopping fun for everyone! In today's #VroomTip learn how to work as a team, strengthen your bond with your child and help them feel more confident by playing "Little Shopper."

Start 2025 strong! Build blocks for early literacy with our training on January 24 at 10 a.m. at our Dayton office. We will discuss the five pillars for the Science of reading and how to build these skills through the five early literacy practices. Register today: https://buff.ly/4flqF3P

Amazing Alicia! This #staffspotlight goes to Family & Community Services Specialist Alicia Montgomery. She's a go-getter who helps families on their child care search. "When Alicia decides she’s going to do something, she doesn’t stop until it’s done - the right way. She’s a high energy team player who asks the questions that help us think outside of the box." - Nicole Malveaux, Family & Community Services Strategic Director.

🏠✨ Join us as we listen to Yonnae's powerful words of wisdom for potential foster caregivers. 💫 Dive into her story and discover the impact of fostering! Click the link to read now: buff.ly/4fbigQp #FosterInOhio

We are excited to announce an investment of $20,000 from CHARLES H DATER FOUNDATION INC. Thank you for this commitment to our local community that will provide Child Development Associate (CDA) scholarships for local early childhood educators and access to in-demand Ohio Approved training that advances the skills of these educators to provide quality early learning experiences.

⛄🎁🎉 Feeling the holiday spirit! Thank you to dozens of volunteers who helped us yesterday. They contacted about 230 child care providers to collect survey responses that will help 4C prioritize programs, strengthen relationships, and ensure we have the most up-to-date information for families who are searching for care. 📢 Stay tuned in 2025 to see how you can support local children, families and child care providers.

Earn your Childhood Development Associate with help from 4C for Children! The CDA Credential is the most widely recognized credential in early childhood education and is the best first step on the path of career advancement for early childhood professionals. Here's what 4C provides to help you: 🎒 Skilled instructors 🎒 Specialized and Ohio Approved Training 🎒 Individualized portfolio guidance and review 🎒 Assistance with documentation, exam and verification visit Get started today: https://buff.ly/42lNXjy

“I don’t believe [my child care center] could survive long-term without having the support from 4C and CNP. It makes a huge difference in what we can offer the families here.” See the difference the Child Nutrition Program could make for your program! 4C administers this program and helps child care providers serve nutritious, well-balanced meals and help children develop good eating habits. Find out more: https://buff.ly/3VntQA6

Keep kids happy this holiday season with our downloadable Learn Through Play Calendars. These free monthly calendars have an activity every day for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Download yours today: