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CCSA Staff

Easing Day-to-Day Stress for Early Childhood Professionals

By Asata Virgo, B-3QI Anchor Consultant Hey there, Early Childhood Professionals! Whether you’re a teacher, caregiver, or administrator, you know how crucial your role is in shaping little minds. But, let’s be honest, your job can sometimes feel like a juggling act that leaves you more than a little frazzled.

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Employee Spotlights
CCSA Staff

Meet Kimberly Bynum

Welcome to our Employee Spotlight series, where we highlight the exceptional individuals driving the success of Child Care Services Association (CCSA). Today, we’re excited to introduce Kimberly Bynum, Program Manager for T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® NC Scholarship Program. Join us as we explore Kimberly’s journey with CCSA, uncover her evolving perspective on our organization, and celebrate the significant contributions she has made over the years.

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CCSA Staff

Risky Play

A lot of us aren’t comfortable discussing the topic of risky play, let alone allowing the children in our care to engage in it. Understandably, we want to err on the side of caution when it comes to our children’s health and safety. Risky play can take many forms. You

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CCSA Staff

Perspective | For All the Children

The following is an excerpt of a speech, as well as an original poem, presented by North Carolina Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green at Child Care Services Association’s 50th anniversary celebration on May 18, 2024.

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CCSA Staff

CCSA’s 50th Anniversary Gala Recap and New Name Reveal

On Saturday, May 18, Child Care Services Association (CCSA) hosted a 50th Anniversary Gala to celebrate 50 years of transformative work and impact in the early care and education field. This celebration honored our past as we are forging our future, which includes a new name and logo for our

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CCSA Staff

The Impact of Sleep Hygiene on Your Mental and Physical Health

Sleep hygiene refers to healthy habits, behaviors and environmental factors that can be adjusted to help you have a good night’s sleep. During sleep, your body is working to support healthy brain function and maintain your physical health. However, 1 in 3 adults report not getting enough sleep or rest

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