We’re excited to celebrate the completion of the 2025 Spring Family Service Credential cohort in Fayetteville! Over the past several weeks, 13 dedicated participants came together to deepen their knowledge and strengthen their practice in family support and engagement. 

Under the guidance of trainer Kathy Boisvert, the group explored key strategies for building trusting relationships with families and supporting children’s success through collaborative partnerships. Congratulations to all participants on their commitment and hard work! We’re so proud of what you’ve accomplished!

Did you know that gardening can be a powerful tool for early childhood development? Whether at home or in the classroom, gardening offers children a chance to grow physically, emotionally, and intellectually.

By getting hands-on with nature, kids develop motor skills, learn patience and responsibility, and build social skills through teamwork. Gardening also sparks curiosity about science, helps them understand where food comes from, and encourages healthy eating habits.

This simple activity fosters a deep connection to nature, teaching kids important lessons about the environment, sustainability, and well-being. It’s a fun, engaging way for parents and teachers to promote wellness while creating lasting memories with children. Start a garden today and watch young minds grow!

Want More Support? We Can Help!

Do you feel like taking on the responsibilities of a garden are too much for you or your staff right now? Start with reaching out to a local producer near you for questions or support. Don’t know where to start? Check into the website https://arkansasgrown.org/ for more information. You never know when reaching out to someone in your community could be the start of an amazing partnership!

Need more information about Farm to ECE? Reach out to jessica@curriculaconcepts.com for more information on Go NAPSACC resources and opportunities that may be available in your area!

SAVE THE DATE

We’re bringing the energy and Dr. Diane Craft to Fayetteville this June!

Get ready for hands-on fun, fresh ideas, and inspiration to keep little ones moving and learning. Mark your calendar! You won’t want to miss it!

Active Minds, Active Bodies is made possible with funding from the Centers for the Disease Control and Prevention under Cooperative Agreement (NU38PW000047-01-01) through a subcontract with the Association of State Public Health Nutritionists and Nemours Children’s Health. The views expressed in this summit do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the CDC or imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

Mark your calendars! You will now find Well-Being Wednesday at the Be Well Care Well Facebook page.

• August 6th - Positively Professional

• November - 5th- Resilience through Gratitude

If you missed April's Well-Being Wednesday, or any of the previous ones, you can check them out on our YouTube channel or our Facebook page!

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IMPORTANT REMINDERS!

Curricula Concepts Inc. is offering trainings in person and online via Zoom for families and educators! Go to our Training Calendar to sign up! Have questions or problems with registering for trainings? Contact Deborah below!

Childcare Provider Call Highlights! We know how busy you are and want to make it a litlte easier on you! Every month we email out a summary of highlights of the OEC's Childcare Provider Call. Make sure this is getting to you! If not, reach out to Deborah to stay connected!

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― Robert Louis Stevenson