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thread Alaska's Statewide Child Care Resource & Referral Organization
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thread connects families free of charge to early care and education programs, provides early educators with training and professional development opportunities, and ensures that issues critical to the development of children receive attention from Alaskan communities and policy makers.

In observation of today’s holiday, thread’s statewide offices are closed. We will reopen for regular business hours on M...
06/19/2026

In observation of today’s holiday, thread’s statewide offices are closed.

We will reopen for regular business hours on Monday, June 22. Please visit our website at threadalaska.org for more information. Have a wonderful weekend! 💛

💙 Voices of the Journey: Programs & Educators 💙In 2004, Vivian M. of Gingerbread House Child Care shared how Child Care ...
06/19/2026

💙 Voices of the Journey: Programs & Educators 💙

In 2004, Vivian M. of Gingerbread House Child Care shared how Child Care Connection staff helped support her program through behavior management training, staff development, classroom quality improvement, and leadership coaching. She described the support as “a lifesaver on more than one occasion” and credited the partnership with helping children remain successfully in care while strengthening communication and morale within her center.

As thread celebrates 40 years, stories like Vivian’s highlight the lasting impact of supporting educators, programs, and the children they serve every day. 🌟

Learn more about thread’s history:

https://www.threadalaska.org/thread/about-thread/history-special-projects/

Tomorrow, thread is attending the LINKS Resource Fair in Wasilla!📆 June 16, 2026🕚 11 am to 3 pm📍 Wonderland Park / Idita...
06/18/2026

Tomorrow, thread is attending the LINKS Resource Fair in Wasilla!

📆 June 16, 2026
🕚 11 am to 3 pm
📍 Wonderland Park / Iditapark: 500 W Nelson Ave., Wasilla, AK

Get ready for an incredible day! This year’s fair will once again fill the entire park with over 100+ organizations and vendors, along with:

🎤 Live Emcee and music
🎯 Kid & teen activity areas, along with a toddler area just for the little humans
🎉 Vendor Bingo with prizes
🍴 Food vendors
🤝 Community engagement opportunities
…and so much more!

thread will be hosting a booth with a fun activity and we hope to see you there!

https://www.threadalaska.org/events/links-resource-fair-2/

2026 CCPO Community Engagement Sessions start TODAY! ✨The Alaska Child Care Program Office (CCPO) is starting their 2026...
06/17/2026

2026 CCPO Community Engagement Sessions start TODAY! ✨

The Alaska Child Care Program Office (CCPO) is starting their 2026 series of community engagement sessions, with the first session today, June 17 at 12:00 PM - and they hope you’ll join in!

These sessions are an opportunity for providers, families, advocates, and community partners to share feedback, experiences, ideas, and suggestions related to Child Care Licensing, Child Care Assistance, Alaska Inclusive Child Care (Alaska IN!), and Child Care Grant Program regulations. Input gathered during these sessions will help inform and strengthen ongoing program changes and future regulatory development efforts.

Join here:

https://bit.ly/4xwSMYj

Did you know? 🎉 The turn of the century meant big things for early educators in Alaska. 🙌 In 2001, Alaska System for Ear...
06/17/2026

Did you know? 🎉

The turn of the century meant big things for early educators in Alaska. 🙌

In 2001, Alaska System for Early Education Development (SEED) - now housed and managed by thread - launched at the University of Alaska Southeast with federal funds. Alaska SEED supports early educators’ professional development. 🤩

Learn more about thread’s history:

https://www.threadalaska.org/thread/about-thread/history-special-projects/

Tomorrow, thread is attending Family Day at the Wednesday Market in Soldotna! 🥳 📆 June 17, 2026🕚 11 am to 3 pm📍 Soldotna...
06/16/2026

Tomorrow, thread is attending Family Day at the Wednesday Market in Soldotna! 🥳

📆 June 17, 2026
🕚 11 am to 3 pm
📍 Soldotna Creek Park, Soldotna

Join in on a fun-filled afternoon celebrating families, community, and learning through play! Hosted by the 100% Communities Parent Support Action Team.

✨ Hands-on activities and games
✨ Interactive exhibits from a special guest
✨ Opportunities to connect with local resource providers
✨ Door prizes and giveaways
✨ Fun ways for children to learn through play

thread will be hosting a booth with a fun activity and we hope to see you there!

https://www.threadalaska.org/events/family-day-at-the-wednesday-market/

Anchorage Daily News reports: Anchorage Assembly looks to improve childcare options with slate of regulation changes. 👇 ...
06/16/2026

Anchorage Daily News reports: Anchorage Assembly looks to improve childcare options with slate of regulation changes. 👇

“Childcare advocacy nonprofit, thread, reports that over the last five years, 25% of all childcare businesses have closed statewide.

Stephanie Berglund, executive director of thread, said Alaska lost 1,400 early childhood educators during the pandemic, but fewer businesses are closing as state and city funding has helped stabilize the industry.

The Anchorage Assembly is considering code changes that would affect the 190 childcare businesses in the municipality, and the state has added funding to improve retention for childcare employees after the industry saw an exodus during the COVID-19 pandemic. But childcare operators say there’s more to be done that can ensure their industry doesn’t lose momentum....“

Continue reading:

https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2026/06/14/anchorage-assembly-looks-to-improve-childcare-options-with-slate-of-regulation-changes/

06/13/2026

To celebrate 40 years of thread, we’re honored to continue sharing this special documentary highlighting our history, the voices of our community, and the vision of thread for the next 40 years. 💕

From our beginnings in a closet in 1986 to today, thread has championed quality early education, strengthened child care programs, and connected thousands of families to critical resources. What started as a small but mighty effort has grown into a statewide movement focused on building a stronger future for Alaska’s children.

Here’s to 40 years of impact - and to the future we’re building together for Alaska’s children. ♥️

Learn more about thread's history and impact here:

🔗 https://www.threadalaska.org/thread/about-thread/history-special-projects/

💙 Voices of the Journey: Programs & Educators 💙 “Dear Child Care Connection, thank you for the stipend — the $400 is a b...
06/12/2026

💙 Voices of the Journey: Programs & Educators 💙

“Dear Child Care Connection, thank you for the stipend — the $400 is a blessing! I appreciate the reward for continuing my education. I feel the benefit of my education in my classroom every day. Thank you for your encouragement.”

— Dawn N., 2004

Dawn’s story is a reminder that when educators are supported, entire classrooms and communities benefit. Thank you to all the child care providers and early educators who continue learning, growing, and shaping brighter futures for Alaska’s children. 🌟

Learn more about thread’s history:

🔗 https://www.threadalaska.org/thread/about-thread/history-special-projects/

¡Última oportunidad para inscribirse! 👇 ¡Inscríbase en su próxima capacitación de thread: Cómo planificar un currículo c...
06/11/2026

¡Última oportunidad para inscribirse! 👇

¡Inscríbase en su próxima capacitación de thread: Cómo planificar un currículo con alcance y secuencia para edades de 0 a 5 años!

📅 Sábado, 13 de junio de 2026
🕙 9:30 a. m. a 12:30 p. m.
📍 Virtual
💵 $0
💥 ¡Obtenga 3 horas de capacitación aprobada por Alaska SEED!

Los participantes:
• Comprenderán el concepto de alcance y secuencia en la planificación curricular.
• Identificarán los componentes clave de un currículo de alta calidad alineado con el Modelo Piramidal y los estándares de Alaska.
• Practicarán la creación de un plan de lección semanal alineado con los dominios del desarrollo.

¡Regístrese hoy!

https://thread-alaska.my.site.com/portal/s/trainings/a1iRo000009jlvFIAQ/c%C3%B3mo-planificar-un-curr%C3%ADculo-con-alcance-y-secuencia-para-edades-20260613

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