Presale tickets available Sept 1st @ DNCCC for $10.00 or $15.00 at the door.

Comings and Goings
Dear Parents, Providers and Centers,

This letter is to inform you that as of September 2nd, 2005, I will no longer be working for the Del Norte Child Care Council. I have decided to move back to Sacramento to start my own family. We are expecting our first child in November. I am going to miss everyone with whom I have had the opportunity to meet and work.

Sincerely,
Kasey Velez

Dear Parents, Providers, and Centers,

My name is Debbie Williams and I’m Kasey’s replacement! I’ve been in Crescent City for about 2 years now-transplanted from Medford/Yreka area. My husband and I have two children and seven grandchildren whom you’ll probably hear about a time or two. We love this area because of the beauty and diversity. I am so excited about being part of the DNCCC team and look forward to meeting you all!

Sincerely,
Debbie Williams

Dear Parents, Providers and Centers,

I am sorry to inform you that I left DNCCC on July 15th, 2005. I have decided to pursue a career in Helicopter Maintenance with the US Air Force. I would like to thank the DNCCC for giving me the opportunity to be a part of this organization.

Sincereley,
Arturo Gomez

Dear Parents and Providers:

My name is Christina Jager. I am the Spanish Interpreter at the Del Norte Child Care Council, and many remember me from working on the Wonder Bus.

I enjoy working with the public and I’m excited about working with everyone involved in this agency. As a soon-to-be Mommy, I know the importance of wanting the best for children and how many people are involved.

My hours are Monday & Thursday 8AM-12PM Tuesday & Wednesday 8AM-5PM, feel free to contact me during these hours or you may leave a message. Hope to meet you soon.

Christina Jager

Estimados Padres y Proveedores:

Mi nombre es Christina Jager, Yo soy la Intérprete Bilingüe de la agencia Del Norte Child Care Council, muchos me recordaran de cuando trabajaba en El Wonder Bus.

Me da gusto trabajar con el publico y estoy entusiasmada en poder trabajar con todos los que estén relacionado con esta agencia. Al estar embarazada, me doy cuenta de la importancia en querer lo mejor para los niños y cuantas personas incluye.

Mis horarios de trabajo son Lunes y Jueves 8AM-12PM, Martes y Miércoles 8AM-5PM, Me pueden llamar durante estas horas o me pueden dejar un mensaje. Va ser un placer conocer a todos muy pronto.

Christina Jager

Interested in becoming a Child Care Provider?
Call Sarah Noll at the Del Norte Child Care Council to learn more about classes, incentives, and the benefits of becoming a Quality Child Care Provider.

464-8311, ext. 12

Classes Starting Soon!

Congratulations 2005 CARES recipients!
Compensation and Retention Incentives is designed to promote, encourage, and reward Early Family Child Care providers for their efforts in their chosen field. To be eligible, providers must work in a licensed facility, continue their education through college courses with ECE units or offered training hours, and work a minimum amount of weekly hours. Providers are rewarded with a cash stipend according to their level of continued education, with additional awards given to participants who are educated in the area of special needs, infant and toddler care, and second language.

It is proven that there is a link between the quality of children’s experiences in child care and the compensation, stability and training of their child care providers. With more parents relying on child care, especially during the early years, it is critical that all influences children receive outside of the family are positive and nurturing.

Research shows that a child’s brain develops most dramatically in the first five years and what parents and caregivers do during these years to support their child’s growth will have a meaningful impact throughout life. Based on this research, California voters passed Proposition 10 in 1998, adding a 50 cents-per-pack tax on cigarettes to support programs for expectant parents and children ages 0 to 5. In the past 4 years, First 5 Del Norte distributed over $250,000 in Prop. 10 revenues to the CARES Program.

First 5 Del Norte Commissioners: Dave Finigan, Michael Miller, Hilda Contreras, Gary Blatnick

And special thank you to CARES advisor Phil Freneau and First 5 Executive Director- Patti Vernelson

Quilt Project
Many of you may remember the beautiful quilt donated to DNCCC by Shari Ortega last year. We are currently planning another quilt with the help of the wonderful members of the Lighthouse Quilt Guild. We have a preliminary design for the quilt and hope to have it ready to hang at venues in town by August or September. Special thanks go to Carmen Brooks for beginning a dialogue with the Guild to gain their assistance. Many thanks to this group of wonderful women who are willing to find time in their busy lives to help us with this fundraiser. Stay tuned as the project unfolds for updates and information on where you can see the quilt and purchase raffle tickets to support our agency programs.

Voucher Seats Available
Are you or someone you know in need of a car seat? We can help income-qualified parents in Del Norte County get free car seats. If you are expecting a child or have a child who is not in an appropriate size car seat please contact Sarah or Shelagh at the Del Norte Child Care Council at 464-8311.

Jammin' at Jed CLEARANCE!
Del Norte Child Care Council will be selling 1994 through 2004 Jammin’ At Jed memorabilia for 50% off while supplies last. We have sweatshirts and t-shirts with the different logos from throughout Jammin’ at Jed history. We have sizes ranging from children through 3x adults. They make great gifts!!
Click for Price List

DNCCC Cook Books are Now Available!
"Homemade With Love"
The cookbook contains 181 recipes in 8 categories from Appetizers to Desserts. Staff, board, providers, and supporters of DNCCC contributed the recipes. This is a new venture for DNCCC and we hope it will provide some much needed funds.
Great idea for Wedding or Birthday gifts. Available at DNCCC Office. Cost is $10.00 while supplies last.
Help Support the Del Norte Child Care Council

Local Child Care Planning Council
Educational videos providing the most current best practices in early care and education for young children will be available for checkout at the IMC (Instructional Media Center) located at 400 West Harding. Videos will include information on Language, Play, Environments, Parenting, Challenging Behavior, the Gift of “No”, Fathering and more. The Local Child Care Planning Council is sponsoring this lending library. For questions call 464-0709.

DNCCC Donations - Opportunity for Giving
There are many ways people can choose to donate to the Del Norte Child Care Council. Contributions are tax deductible and gratefully accepted.

Please send checks to:
DNCCC
212 K Street
Crescent City, CA 95531

Donate Online by Credit Card!

If you have any questions, they may be directed to Christin McCollum, Executive Director, (707)464-8311, ext. 15, or via email to Donations@DNCCC.com