Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care

The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) supports
all of Oregon's young children and families to learn and thrive.

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

The Oregon Early Learning Council approved the adoption of Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) that apply to certified child care centers. These rules will go into effect on January 1, 2024. Until that date, the current rules remain in effect. https://t.co/zT30wolNHB

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

The OCC Customer Service phone tree is currently sending callers who select “all other questions” to the wrong place.

To connect with customer service, select “Checking if someone is enrolled in the Central Background Registry” or email [email protected]

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

We are proud to share that many of the recommendations the @whitehouse has made [https://t.co/GGQUKkOrib] to improve access to child care are already in place in Oregon. To learn more about our Employment Related Day Care program, visit: https://t.co/Q1FmWD2tlW

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

You may have noticed we have a new name and logo – we’re now officially the Department of Early Learning and Care, and we’re here to put Oregon’s children and families first!

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

Congratulations, Dr. Williams! ✨

[Governor Tina Kotek @GovTinaKotek]

Excited to announce Dr. Charlene Williams as the next @ORDeptEd Director!

Her experience & passion for education will drive positive change for students across the state.

Congratulations, Dr. Williams!📚✨
https://t.co/9CpwX61V77

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

The ELD is currently going through an IT transition. We are experiencing temporary interruption of service to some emails. If you need assistance immediately, please give us a call!

Central office: [phone]
General child care licensing questions: 1 [phone]

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

Great news for Oregon families: the launch of the Dept. of Early Learning and Care on 7/1/23 means eligible families can now receive cash and child care assistance at the same time and there will be fewer reasons for child care to end early: https://t.co/MbmC3lW9Ll

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

Over the next few years, DELC will create more efficient systems to help families access child care, and better serve children across the state. https://t.co/3lZUcByRKi

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

Hey Oregon families, have you heard? The Early Learning Division and the Employment Related Day Care program are unifying to create the Department of Early Learning and Care on 7/1/23: https://t.co/Ev7tHkNPa0

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

If you are attending the NAEYC Professional Learning Institute, make sure to join the online study group for opportunities to connect and share in the experience.

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

The latest issue of our Child Care Updates newsletter is available online. Inside this issue: Update on the expanded eligibility through the ERDC program, OSU child care desert report, and Jumpstart kindergarten toolkit https://t.co/H2b7FMOa5I

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

It's Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month! Many caregivers struggle with their own mental well-being. That's why Healthy Families Oregon provides depression screening to connect caregivers with mental health services & family support.
#HFO30years #WeArePreventionOregon

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

Oregon has recognized the importance and effectiveness of Head Start by investing in Oregon Prenatal to Kindergarten since 1987. From early math skills to confidence & resilience, the #HeadStart model supports children on their path to success in school and in life.

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

According to a new report from @OregonState, child care slots for Oregon's young children grew by almost 5% from March 2020 to Dec. 2022. This is thanks, in part, to increased public funding for child care. Read more: https://t.co/dG4xAONEEs

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

Child care providers make all work possible. This week we encourage you to thank your child care provider for all they do! Just a few words, letting providers know how they help your family, can mean a lot.

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

It's Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month! Many caregivers struggle with their own mental well-being. That's why Healthy Families Oregon provides depression screening to connect caregivers with mental health services & family support.
#HFO30years #WeArePreventionOregon

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

Our website may be down for a few days. We are working to restore service. In the meantime, all staff emails are operating correctly, and general questions can go to [email protected]
Also, the Central Background Registry can still be reached: https://t.co/19L7u3apzs

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

How can Oregon better serve young children and their families? The state is asking for public feedback on their plan for the early childhood system. Visit
https://t.co/DhK7lsg0bw to complete a feedback form. The deadline is April 30, 2023.

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

The Research Institute at WOU invites families and early learning and care professionals to help redesign the statewide Quality Recognition Improvement System (Spark). You will earn $50 per hour for about 50 hours of work between late March and July. https://t.co/lS7s2YupQA

[Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care @OREarlyLearning]

March 2-6 is Read Across America week. Visiting your local library is a great way to find new and diverse books for your young child in this week's celebration!