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Attention all ECE providers!

The Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five team is excited to announce the release of the drafted Nevada Early Care and Education Workforce Wellness Guidebook!

The guidebook was developed with valuable input from over 100 ECE providers and more than 200 strategies were gathered, with a goal to support the wellness of ECE professionals across the state. It includes actionable strategies to promote mental and physical well-being for staff, and thoughtful ideas for directors to support their teams in meaningful ways.

They need your input!
Your feedback is vital in finalizing this resource. Please review the attached guidebook and complete the feedback survey by May 2, 2025 using the link below:

https://forms.office.com/g/3x3Fy0Gn3J

QRIS Providers – Coming Soon!  Wellness Plans & Wellness Program Stipends!

Let’s work together to support a healthier, stronger ECE workforce in Nevada!

Sincerely,

The Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five team with the Nevada Department of Education – Office of Early Learning and Development

Questions?
Please direct any questions about the Wellness Guidebook to Jamie Mendez, Early Childhood Workforce Specialist, Preschool Development Grant Birth – 5