Parent Representation
Parent Leadership Opportunity – Caring for MI Future Regional Child Care Planning Grant
The Michigan Department of Education is leading a comprehensive, statewide effort – Caring for MI Future – to increase the number of licensed child care programs across the state. The purpose of the Child Care Regional Planning grants is to accelerate community-level efforts to...
Hello families! The newly forming Parent Impact Network, led jointly by MDHHS and MDE is looking for four experienced parent leaders to partner with state-level organizational champions to create a more coordinated and collaborative system of family and parent engagement in Michigan. Impact Networks...
As we approach the upcoming 2022 White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health, we are excited to invite you to contribute to our online hub. The hub is designed to elevate the voices of people across the country who’ve experienced hunger and the...
Drugs/ Guest Post/ Health/ Substance Use Disorders
Marijuana in 2022: Data, Impacts and Public Health Considerations, October 18, 2022 FREE Webinar
The Livingston County Community Alliance, Howell Public Schools, Livingston County Sheriff’s Office, and the National Marijuana Initiative (NMI) are pleased to announce that both Ed Shemelya and Dale Quigley will be joining us to discuss marijuana legalization, its impacts and issues of public health concerns. Specifically,...
DEAR PARENT: Visit GetInternet.gov today to check your family’s eligibility for $30 off your monthly internet bill and to sign up to save! High-speed internet is a necessity – especially for students. That’s why the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law created the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)...
Child Care/ Preschool/ Resources/ Scholarships
Child Care and Preschool Free or Low-Cost Opportunities
More Families Now Eligible for Free or Low-Cost Childcare in Michigan. Last month, Governor Whitmer celebrated bipartisan expansion for access to free or low-cost childcare for 150,000 more Michigan kids and their families. See the full press release. To help with outreach efforts, here...
Community events/ Events/ Parent Coalition
Two- Part Parent Café Series – November at Fowlerville Library
Parent Cafés are a safe and supportive place to have facilitated conversations around the protective factors to help keep families strong day by day. Join us from 6:00-8:00 pm for FREE dinner and conversation each week at the Fowlerville Library on Wednesdays: November 2...
UPPA baby recallUPPAbaby All-Terrain RIDGE Jogging Strollers are recalled. The stroller’s rear disc brakes have openings that can cause amputation or laceration if a non-occupant child’s fingertip gets caught in the openings while the stroller is in use. You can contact UPPAbaby:Toll-free at 844-823-3132...
4-Session Parent Workshop facilitated by MSU-Extension 5:30- 7:45PM Thursdays, October 6-27 Location: LESA, 1425 W. Grand River, Howell Dinner 5:30 – 6:00 pm Class 6:00 – 7:45 pm FREE DINNER & CHILDCARE (Childcare spots are limited) Stress Less with Mindfulness is a four-class series...
Literacy
First-Ever Little Free Library Mobile App Helps Readers Find Book-Sharing Boxes Anywhere in the World.
With more than 125,000 Little Free Libraries in all 50 U.S. states and 112 countries, the new app makes it easier than ever to access books! The Little Free Library app is available for download now on iOS and Android devices.The free app makes...
Breastfeeding has health benefits for both babies and mothers. Breast milk provides a baby with ideal nutrition and supports growth and development. Breastfeeding can also help protect baby and mom against certain illnesses and diseases. Five great benefits of breastfeeding. Breast milk is the...
Parent Representation
Opportunities for Parent Representation on the Michigan Interagency Coordinating Council (MICC)
The Governor appointed Michigan Interagency Coordinating Council (MICC) has vacancies for several parent representatives and a service provider. The purpose of the MICC is to advise and assist the Michigan Department of Education in matters related to Early On. The MICC membership includes: Five parents of infants...
