Meltdowns happen. So do moments of connection. 💛 In honor of #CelebrateBabiesWeek, join Montclair State Center for Autism and Early Childhood Mental Health tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20, 12:00-1:30 PM for “From Meltdowns to Moments of Connection: Understanding Routines & Difficult Behaviors in Young Children (Birth-3).” You’ll leave with simple, practical strategies to: ✅ Understand how routines support emotional regulation ✅ Spot the triggers and unmet needs behind difficult behaviors ✅ Create responsive routines at home and in care settings ✅ Strengthen teamwork between families, caregivers, and early interventionists Perfect for parents, caregivers, and early intervention professionals. ⏰ Registration closes TONIGHT at 11:59 PM ET. 👉 Register here: reg.learningstream.com/reg/e… #EarlyChildhood #ParentingTips #InfantsAndToddlers #EarlyIntervention #EarlyRelationalHealth #SocialEmotionalDevelopment #ToddlerBehavior

Attention #Paterson Residents and Changemakers: We welcome you to a community conversation at A Better Market to dive into the data and help improve the lives of the city's children and families. See you on Saturday, November 7, from 12PM-2PM! Register via link in bio! cc: Paterson Alliance #kidscount #patersonkidscount

Preschoolers in New Jersey will be limited to 15 minutes of screen time a day at school under new standards approved last week. The limit is mandatory for state-funded programs, which have until September 2028 to comply. But schools can start implementing the new rules immediately. #publicpreschool #screentime nj.com/education/2026/10/nj-…

It's almost Celebrate Babies Week! Early relational health and supporting the mental health of our babies and their caregivers are fundamental to the well-being and successful development of everyone everywhere. Check out all the wonderful workshops happening all week-long next week! reg.learningstream.com/view/… #CelebrateBabiesWeek #EarlyRelationalHealth #MentalHealthMatters

📣 Affordable Child Care Now! Sign up and join us at the State House in Trenton on Oct 22 at 11am for a rally for affordable #childcare and fair pay for the people who provide it. RSVP & bring five people with you. 📣 ¡Cuidado infantil asequible ya! Acompáñanos en Trenton el 22 de octubre a las 11 a. m. en una manifestación a favor de un #cuidadoinfantil asequible y salarios justos para quienes lo brindan. Confirma tu asistencia y trae a cinco personas contigo: docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/…

The 2026 Preschool Provider Conference just got better! Save 20% with code LASTCHANCE2026 for a limited time. Enjoy free professional headshots, a lunchtime panel with NJ DOE leadership, and 27 workshops, including one on building a a strategic plan for your #earlylearning program. Participants will gain clarity on each step of the planning cycle—from defining a clear vision to setting measurable goals—and will be guided in developing a customized 12-month timeline they can take back to their organizations. acnj.org/2026providerconfere…

Happening next week on Tuesday, Oct. 6th at 4:30pm, Centennial Hall, Newark Public Library. RSVP here: acnj.org/newark-kids-count-2… Join us for refreshments and a conversation to explore the latest data and discuss solutions to help drive change for Newark's children. Featuring guest speaker Chesha Hodge, Director of the Coalition for Healthy Food in Newark Schools at the Greater Newark Conservancy. We can't wait to chat with you! #kidscount #NewarkKidsCount #NewarkChildren

Check out our statement on the new #childcare legislation! Let's give a huge shout-out to Assemblywoman Shanique Speight for her dedication in sponsoring and advancing this bill. 🙌 Her hard work is paving the way for better support for #NJchildcare providers and families!

What a day on the Hill! On Monday, ACNJ staff joined #homevisiting providers from across NJ at #capitolhill to share why home visiting matters. Thank you to the members of Congress who listened to how home visitors support new parents, connect families to resources, and help kids get a strong start. #homevisitingmatters #nationalhomevisitingsummit #homevisitorsmatter #LegislativeAction #policychangenow

HAPPENING NEXT WEEK!! NJ preschool providers, join us on Thursday, Oct 8th! Register here: acnj.org/2026providerconfere… This exciting one-day event brings together early childhood leaders, educators, and advocates committed to strengthening community-based public preschool partnerships across New Jersey. #NJPrek #PreschoolPartnerships #EarlyEdProfessionals #NJPreschools #EducationalConference

Calling all #NJpreschool professionals! We’ve added even more to the 2026 conference! And trust us, you’re going to want to take advantage of it. 💬 A special lunchtime conversation you won’t want to miss! Don’t miss our special lunchtime panel featuring NJ Department of Education leadership to get an inside look at what’s happening across New Jersey’s education landscape. 📸 Ready for a professional profile refresh? We’re offering complimentary professional headshots at the conference, so you can leave with a polished new photo in hand. 📝 27 dynamic workshops packed with practical, real-world takeaways for public preschool leaders and providers in contractual relationships with school districts. @njaeyc #PreschoolConference #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #NJEducationEvents #universalprek #publicpreschool

𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬 at acnj.org/2026providerconfere… 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗡𝗝: the 2026 Provider Conference is almost here, and we've added even more! #publicpreschool #PrivateProviders #preschoolproviders #njpreschools #preschoolprofessionals

Calling all #publicpreschool professionals across New Jersey! We’ve added even more to the 2026 conference! And trust us, you’re going to want to take advantage of it. Register here: acnj.org/2026providerconfere… 💬 Don’t miss our special lunchtime panel featuring NJ Department of Education leadership. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from state leaders, explore important topics, and get an inside look at what’s happening across New Jersey’s education landscape. 📸 Complimentary professional headshots at the conference, so you can leave with a polished new photo in hand. More opportunities to connect. More ways to participate. More perks to make your conference experience even better. October 8 is shaping up to be a day you won’t want to miss!

The Jersey Team made It to Minneapolis despite the Newark Airport ground stop for three days of learning, reflection and networking around perinatal and #infantmentalhealth at the @ZEROTOTHREE's Financing Policy Project Convening. Our Team was proud to present on NJ’s Connecting NJ, Children’s System of Care innovations, and recent infant mental health advocacy wins!! This year’s theme: #RelentlessIncrementalism. Google It !!

For more than 60 years, #HeadStart has promised low-income families high-quality early education, plus the health, developmental, and family supports children need to thrive. A new federal proposal would rescind most of the Head Start Program Performance Standards in the name of flexibility. Reducing administrative burden is worthwhile, but not at the expense of children's safety, quality, or essential services. Public comments are open until October 6, and anyone can submit one, as an individual or organization, named or anonymous. Our Advocacy Toolkit has more details and sample messages to help you write your own: acnj.org/head-start-toolkit-… Please share this with your network. Every voice counts. #ProtectHeadStart

#NJPreschool Providers: Ready to grow your center with confidence? Navigating the financial landscape of preschool expansion demands strong leadership acumen. This session with Lauren Small, CEO of Early Education Business Consultants, goes beyond basic budgeting — helping you build the financial leadership skills needed to capture diverse revenue streams, leverage benchmarking, and ensure the long-term financial viability of your center. You'll walk away able to: ✅ Optimize financial frameworks for district models ✅ Balance enrollment and expenses using key metrics ✅ Fully capture diverse revenue streams ✅ Use operational benchmarks to align costs ✅ Lead proactively with data-driven insights Register today at acnj.org/2026providerconfere…

📢 NJ Preschool Providers: Your work shapes our youngest learners! Now it's your turn to learn, connect, and grow! Keynote speaker Darryl Bellamy, Founder of FearLESS Inside, invites you to our 2nd Annual Preschool Community-Based Private Provider Professional Development Conference on October 8th. Join us for this empowering event filled with expert speakers, hands-on takeaways, and valuable networking. youtu.be/xiqqhE8Gr3w #NJPreschool #EarlyChildhoodEducation #PreKTeachers #PreschoolProviders #ProfessionalDevelopment #NewJerseyEducators #PartnershipsPowerPreschool

#FlashbackFriday to when ACNJ staff/board volunteered at the Central Jersey #DiaperBank. Remember, #Diaperneed happens all year long. facebook.com/watch/?v=846864… #NationalDiaperNeedAwarenessWeek #DNAW2026 #EndDiaperNeed

Happening TODAY at 1PM: Know Your Child's Education Rights. Start the school year with confidence! Learn about your child’s education rights, school resources, and the steps you can take to advocate for their needs and set them up for a successful year. acnj.org/event/lunch-and-lea…