Today, Governor Kotek issued a statewide proclamation officially designating October as Head Start Awareness Month. The Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) and the Oregon Head Start Association (OHSA) join communities across Oregon and the nation …
DELC and ODE invite early childhood professionals to participate in a virtual session to update Early Learning and Kindergarten Guidelines, providing feedback and receiving stipends. The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) and the Oregon …
The Oregon DELC is launching two free professional development series for child care providers to enhance understanding of behavior and improve relationships with families. The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) is launching two new free …
September 2026 Department of Early Learning and Care Updates. A Message from leadership Do you want to receive this update in your email? Sign up for our Community Newsletter and Child Care Updates twice monthly send by subscribing here. This month’s …
Join us on September 23 for a virtual event covering Oregon ELMS, CCLD rules, and program updates. Registration is required. Interpretation is available. Join us in September to learn about the below topics: Oregon Early Learning Management System (Oregon …
The Oregon DELC and P5FS are updating the child care cost model and seek provider input through sessions, aiming to reflect true care costs for quality standards. The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) and Prenatal to Five Fiscal …
Oregon’s Department of Early Learning and Care will launch the Oregon Early Learning Management System on October 14, streamlining child care support. Pre-registration begins September 8 for families and providers. The Oregon Department of Early Learning …
The DELC is refreshing the ERDC waitlist. Families on the waitlist for over a year must confirm their status by October 31, 2026, to retain their place. The Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) is conducting an ERDC Waitlist refresh. Families who …
RFA – PSP – Waitlist for 25-27 Eastern Oregon Early Learning Hub Question: When the Operations Manual references the requirement of approximately 6 hours of programming per day, does that mean a provider must offer one continuous 6-hour preschool session, …
RFA – PSP – Waitlist for 25-27 Northwest Early Learning Hub Question: When the Operations Manual references the requirement of approximately 6 hours of programming per day, does that mean a provider must offer one continuous 6-hour preschool session, or …
New grants expand early literacy outreach for families with children ages birth through five SALEM, ORE. – The Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) is ramping up Oregon’s efforts to boost early reading skills through a statewide network of over …
The DELC Customer Service Survey invites direct care providers, tribal organizations, external partners, and regional service providers to participate in their preferred language. We want to hear from you for the DELC Customer Service Survey. This survey …
August 2026 Department of Early Learning and Care Updates. A Message from leadership Do you want to receive this update in your email? Sign up for our Community Newsletter and Child Care Updates twice monthly send by subscribing here. This month’s update …
As we wrap up July, 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! As we wrap up June, we’re taking a moment to look …
The recent Willamette Valley JATC Registered Apprenticeship Program Graduation, serving Marion, Polk, and Yamhill Counties, brought together an inspiring and diverse group of graduates and the partners who supported them throughout their journey. Early …
The Northwest Native Chamber’s Quarterly Luncheon gathered Tribal leaders and partners to discuss Native-focused child care improvements, funding resources, and community strategies for supporting Native children and families. On June 17, the Northwest …
The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care seeks proposals for Training and Technical Assistance to support OPK grantees in enhancing early learning services statewide. The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care is soliciting proposals from …
The DELC has upgraded its phone system, merging CCLD and DPU into a single Call Center, streamlining access to services with updated menu options and callback features. We want to let you know about an update to the Department of Early Learning and Care ( …
The Department of Early Learning and Care will launch Oregon ELMS on October 14, 2026, providing an integrated online system for child care providers and families. We are pleased to announce that the Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) is …
Wildfires in Oregon are impacting communities, prompting updated health guidelines to protect children’s health from unhealthy air quality. Stay informed and prepared with local resources. Wildfires and smoke are affecting communities across Oregon. As …
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