Collin County Chapter TXaeyc

Week of the Young Child is here. Take the next step.

From April 11–30, get 20% off new and renewing NAEYC memberships with code WOYC26.

Join the network that’s shaping early childhood and advocating for the field. Choose Texas AEYC when you sign up and get connected here at home.

👉 Join or renew now: https://buff.ly/Lk3fCF8

We’re ready to see Collin County families this morning at Parr Library in Plano for our Week of the Young Child kick-off party, 11:00-12:30!

Texas Association for the Education of Young Children

The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

We are excited to partner with Plano Public Library to celebrate the Week of the Young Child!

Join us for a kick-off party this Saturday April 11th at Parr Library from 11:00-12:30. We will have several community members, fun kids activities and a balloon artist!

Texas Association for the Education of Young Children

TXAEYC recently released a new four-year report highlighting the impact of Books Beginning at Birth, a statewide early literacy initiative launched through the Texas Education Agency’s Texas Reading Initiative Birth to Kinder grant.

One number stands out.

117,308 children ages 0–4 have been served.

That means more than one hundred thousand young Texans building home libraries and early reading habits from the very beginning.

Through Books Beginning at Birth, TXAEYC has helped guide a statewide effort connecting families, early childhood providers, and communities around a shared goal: stronger literacy foundations for Texas children.

Read the full report on our website 🔗 https://buff.ly/PYW6tuQ

We are excited to celebrate in partnership with Plano Public Libraries! Stay tuned for our Kick Off event on Saturday April 11th!

🌎 Build something that grows for years to come. 🌿

The NHSA Garden Grant supports programs committed to long-term sustainability. Review committees look for:
✓ Plans for ongoing maintenance
✓ Integration into year-round curriculum
✓ Community partnership development
✓ Future growth and funding strategies

Your garden can become a cornerstone of your Head Start program's educational approach. Make it happen with up to $5,000 in grant support.

Submit your application by January 30, 2026:https://nhsa.org/resource/gmg-application/

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The Shared Services Alliance gives early learning programs more than just access to healthcare. Members can choose from multiple benefit options, including dental, vision, and supplemental coverage, so you can support your staff in ways that match your budget and your needs.

Beyond benefits, Shared Services also connects you to professional development, HR advising, and business coaching that help your program grow stronger and run more smoothly.

If you’ve been looking for practical support that actually fits your day to day, this is a great place to start.

Learn more and unlock the potential of your program here 🔗 https://buff.ly/wUb3nUQ

Looking forward to hearing and seeing the action of this task force. Let’s get the conversation going here in Collin County!