February 09, 2010: PM Classes and Workshop are cancelled due to the weather. Please call the 4C office for more information: (414) 562-2650.
Dear Colleagues,
I am glad to tell you the "Newsroom" is out of construction. This gives 4C the ability to post important information and get it to you faster. As you visit our web-site, please take a look at the newsroom as I will be posting information from the local community as well as news from around the state. I hope you find this useful.
Jack McCommon
4C-Executive Director
Child Care Licensing memo 2009-05, "Vehicle Safety Alarm Requirement", has been posted to the Department of Children and Families' memo web site. To access this memo and the applicable attachments, click on the following link:
http://dcf.wisconsin.gov/memos/BRL/2009/2009_05.pdf
Commentary. This will not solve the problem. Child Care Providers do not need more requirements. There are rules and regulations already in place that revolve around transportation. Did you know that the State of Wisconsin ranks #6 in the nation in having rules, regulations, and policies. The problem stems from overseeing the rules and regulations. The state ranks #41 in the nation in enforcing the standards. This tells us that the state needs a Quality Rating System. Now don't get me wrong, the mere fact of having such a system will not solve the problem either. It is the fact that providers receiving the training and technical assistance that they (you) need and deserve will infact improve the quality of care.
