NcPRekmeeting2026

NC Pre-K Site Interest Meeting Is your center ready to become part of the NC Pre-K program? Smart Start of Forsyth County is hosting an interest meeting for 4- and 5-star centers interested in joining the 2027-2029 cycle. This session will walk you through what it takes to become an NC Pre-K site and how…

Solving the Staffing Crisis: Recruitment & Retention That Works Staffing is the challenge many childcare programs in Forsyth County are facing right now. Mark your calendar for the opening session of our FY26–27 forum series, where directors will leave with practical, ready-to-use recruitment and retention strategies.   Thursday, August 27, 2026 5:30 PM – 7:00…

DCDEE AREA TOPIC PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Know What Assessors Are Really Watching For

DCDEE TOPIC AREA Planning a Safe, Healthy Learning Environment

Master the Habits That Keep Illness Out

DCDEE AREA TOPIC PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Turn Everyday Moments Into Scoring Wins

DCDEE AREA TOPIC PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Decode the Indicators Before Assessment Day

DCDEE AREA TOPIC PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Boost Your Infant & Toddler Environment Score

DCDEE TOPIC AREA Planning a Safe, Healthy Learning Environment

See Your Classroom Through an Assessor’s Eyes

Smart Start of Forsyth County is opening its Resource Room to early childhood educators and childcare providers for a free classroom materials giveaway. Stop by and pick up fully stocked activity bins and free giant book bags to take back to your classroom at no cost.

Adults providing care for infants, 12 months or younger, are required to be trained in Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Risk Reduction Practices. The Infant/Toddler Safe Sleep and SIDS Risk Reduction in Child Care (ITS-SIDS) is an approved training that provides an understanding of how to implement safe sleep practices. Date: 4/16/2026 Location: Smart Start…