As we wrap up December, we’re taking a moment to look back at some highlights we shared on our social media channels throughout the month. If you haven’t already, we invite you to follow us on social media! It’s one of the easiest ways to stay up to date on child care resources, early learning news, and opportunities to get involved.
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The Caring Communities Tour continued through Eastern Oregon, where our Executive Leadership Team and program experts met with educators, caregivers, and partners who make early learning thrive in their communities.
The team visited Heppner Day Care, Stanfield School District Preschool at Stanfield Elementary School, Patriot Heights Umatilla-Morrow Head Start, Inc., Little ToTs DayCare/Preschool, Blue Mountain Nature School, and Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Cay-Uma-Wa Head Start—along with a stop at Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center. They also connected with partners at Umatilla-Morrow Head Start, Inc. and Eastern Oregon University Head Start to hear about the incredible work happening across the region.
We’re deeply grateful to Blue Mountain Early Learning HUB and all our local partners for opening their doors, sharing their stories, and helping us strengthen support for children and families across Oregon.
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It was wonderful to see the collaboration and advocacy in action during a recent visit to Head Start of Lane County. A big thank-you to Lindsay Pearson and Rachel Elliott for representing the Department of Early Learning and Care and helping amplify the voices of families and educators working every day to make a difference in Oregon’s early learning system.
Every Child Belongs Connect is growing!
More Oregon regions now have access to expert support for early learning providers — helping ensure every child gets the care they deserve.
Learn more at https://everychildbelongs.org
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This December, 71,863 children across Oregon will find a special gift in their mailboxes—a brand-new book from the Imagination Library!
In this season of wonder, we’re celebrating every cozy storytime, every spark of imagination, and every child who discovers the joy of reading.
If you have a little one under five, they’re eligible to enroll—free for families across Oregon.
We’re celebrating 100 years of excellence in early childhood education in 2026—and we’re inviting dedicated professionals to help make this milestone unforgettable.
Join us as a Centennial Volunteer! Flexible roles include:
- Social Media & Virtual Engagement
- Local Story Sharing
- Community Celebrations Support
- Resource Distribution
What’s provided: Templates, materials, and full staff support—you bring your time and enthusiasm.
Time commitment: As little as 15 minutes a month
Sign-up deadline: January 15, 2026
Be part of shaping the next century of early childhood education while building meaningful connections in your community.
Interested? Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4rJiGVN