July 2025

Welcome to the heart of summer and the July issue of REACH! As warmer days invite more outdoor adventures and programs settle into their summer schedules, we are excited to bring you a newsletter brimming with valuable insights and celebration. This month’s Coach’s Corner offers practical inspiration, with several inexpensive ideas on taking art outdoors. … Read more

Welcome to the June edition of REACH. This month, we are pleased to announce the upcoming launch of our refreshed DIEEC website. This redesign aims to provide more efficient access to our professional development, technical assistance, and quality improvement resources, all organized to enhance your experience as you work to support young children. This issue … Read more

This month, we’re celebrating our partnership with Delaware’s early childhood education programs, highlighting the incredible 716 Quality Improvement Plans we’ve co-created with you. In this issue, you’ll also find actionable ideas for supporting early literacy in our Coach’s Corner article, information on upcoming professional learning experiences, and important updates from our partners, including a survey … Read more

In this issue of REACH, we invite you to celebrate the Week of the Young Child, including your own contributions toward ensuring that every child receives the bright start they deserve. We also highlight Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month, reminding us there are many facets that contribute to the well-being of all children. Did you … Read more

Welcome to the March edition of REACH! Spring is a time of growth and renewal, and at DIEEC, we’re embracing that spirit by offering you a variety of ways to enhance your professional journey. We’re thrilled to announce that nominations for the DIEEC Excellence in Early Childhood Awards are now open! This is your chance … Read more

This month, we’re excited to share new opportunities and resources to support you. Our new Microlearning Deep Dive professional learning experiences (PLEs) offer a chance to explore key early childhood topics with the addition of coaching and reflection. Plus, DIEEC’s Excellence in Early Childhood Awards are coming soon with a new category recognizing early career … Read more

Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, I’m excited to share that our team has updated DIEEC’s mission statement to reaffirm our commitment to ensuring high-quality early childhood experiences for all children. You can find the full statement in the DIEEC News section below. Together, we’ll continue working to build brighter futures for Delaware’s … Read more

As we close another impactful year in early childhood education, I want to take a moment to reflect on all we’ve accomplished together. Through Quality Improvement planning, Pyramid Model and Zero to Three cohorts, and a multitude of other professional learning experiences, your dedication to nurturing Delaware’s children has been unwavering, and the difference you … Read more

One thing we can all agree on in the early childhood education community is this: Early literacy is a critical building block of child development. The week of November 4 is national Children’s Book Week, and DIEEC staff are excited to be visiting programs across Delaware as guest readers. Throughout this issue of REACH, you’ll … Read more

If you’re anything like us, you’re wondering how on earth it can be October already! Our calendar for the coming month is packed, and this issue of REACH is your guide to all of the good things we have in store. In this month’s Provider Spotlight, FCC educator Tredena Trott shares how she stays connected … Read more