BCDI-Atlanta

🗳️ It's Election Day! 🗳️

Your vote is your voice—it's crucial for our children, our future, and our community. Every decision made at the polls has the potential to influence policies and resources that affect Black children and families throughout Georgia and the United States of America. Let's work together for a brighter, more equitable future for all.

Vote today for a stronger, healthier community!

Not sure where to go on Election Day?

Here’s your easy guide to finding your polling location! 🌎

Checking your registration status, locating your polling place, and planning ahead can save you time and help ensure a smooth voting experience. Use trusted resources like Vote.org or your state’s election website to avoid any Election Day surprises!

Voting is one of the most impactful ways to create change in your community. Let’s get out there, cast our ballots, and make our voices heard!

🎃 Halloween Safety Tips for Little Ones! 👻

At BCDI-Atlanta, we're committed to creating safe, supportive environments for young children in every aspect of their lives. This Halloween, keep our essential outcomes in mind as you make it a fun and safe night for kids 0-8:

🛡️ Safe Community: Stick to familiar, well-lit routes and monitor traffic. Reflective costumes or glow sticks help kids stay visible!

🍎 Health & Nutrition: Fuel up with a healthy snack before heading out so little ones are less tempted to overdo it on treats!

📚 Representation & Narratives: Talk to your child about their costume choice and make it a celebration of their identity and creativity!

📖 Education & Literacy: End the night with a fun Halloween story to keep the magic going at home.

👫 Family Engagement: Make it a group activity! Walk with friends and family to build memories while staying safe.

Happy Halloween from BCDI-Atlanta! 🎉 Keep safety first, and enjoy the fun!

Annual Members-Only Business Meeting
🕔 5:00-6:00 PM ET
Review our budget, tax documents, officers, and plans for the year ahead. Elections will also take place as needed.

🔗 Register now – https://i.mtrbio.com/ktufjtcvfo

Quarterly Affiliate Meeting
🕡 6:30-8:00 PM ET
Get involved in our initiatives for Early Care and Education, Family Engagement, and Literacy! Invite your colleagues, friends, and family to learn about our work and ways to support the community.

🔗Register now – https://i.mtrbio.com/wvmatqbrhu

📣 Partner with Us at BCDI-Atlanta's 6th Annual Culturally Responsive ECE Leadership Summit!

Join us as we dive into our 2025 theme, Elevate the Culture: Embracing All Voices. 🌟

BCDI-Atlanta is committed to building strong partnerships with those who serve Black children and their families—ECE educators, social workers, healthcare professionals, and more. Together, we can extend our reach and provide our community with the tools and knowledge to drive impactful change in early childhood education.

This is your chance to connect with a diverse network of professionals and showcase your work. Each sponsor will receive exhibit space at the event on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the Loudermilk Conference Center in Atlanta, GA.

Interested in partnering with us? Check out our sponsorship options below! 👇

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📅 Register Now for BCDI-Atlanta's 6th Annual Culturally Responsive ECE Leadership Summit!

Join us on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the Loudermilk Conference Center in Atlanta, GA, as we explore this year's theme: Elevate the Culture: Embracing All Voices. 🌟

This one-day, in-person event brings together ECE educators, social workers, healthcare professionals, and community leaders passionate about serving Black children and families. You'll gain valuable insights into Early Care and Education, Literacy, Family Engagement, and Policy!

💡 Why Attend?

1. Participate in dynamic sessions led by experts in culturally responsive practices
2. Network with professionals and advocates committed to advancing early childhood education
3. Engage in discussions that shape the future of our children and community

Don't miss this opportunity to grow, learn, and make meaningful connections!

Register today! https://i.mtr.cool/wcontbeqch

Your vote is your voice! Your vote shapes policies and decisions that affect your family, education, healthcare, and community resources. Don't miss out on the chance to make an impact.

Make sure you're ready for the election:
→ Educate yourself about those who are in the running.
→ Make a voting plan!
→ Lastly, be sure to vote by November 5th, 2024! Early voting has started in Georgia.

📢 Make sure your voice is heard!

📅 Mark Your Calendars for October 29, 2024!

🕔 5:00-6:00 PM ET
Join us for our Annual Members-Only Business Meeting, where we'll review the budget, tax documents, leadership updates, and operations for the current fiscal year. Elections will also take place as needed.
🔗 Register here: https://i.mtr.cool/ktijxjdwab

🕡 6:30-8:00 PM ET
Stick around for our Final Affiliate Meeting of 2024! Get involved in discussions about our key initiatives in Early Care and Education, Family Engagement, Literacy, and Policy. This is a great opportunity to shape our community efforts for the year ahead.
🔗 Register here: https://i.mtr.cool/uqrnxxnoci

We can't wait to see you there! 💬

HeadStart provides crucial support for children & families nationwide. Thank you to the incredible teachers and staff for your dedication to preparing America’s youngest children for success in school and life! 💙

In honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day, BCDI-Atlanta will be closed on October 11th and 14th to recognize and celebrate Indigenous communities' rich history, culture, and contributions. 🧡🌍

We encourage everyone to take time today to reflect, learn, and honor the voices and stories of Indigenous peoples. We'll resume regular office hours on Tuesday, October 10th.

Happy World Mental Health Day!

Today, let’s take a moment to reflect on our mental well-being. Your mental health matters today and every day! Take care of yourself, and don’t hesitate to seek support when needed. Together, we can break the stigma around mental health.

Here are five tips to help you stay grounded and prioritize your mental health:

1. Practice mindfulness.
2. Stay active.
3. Stay connected.
4. Prioritize rest.
5. Seek help when needed.

Share these tips with someone who might need them today!✨

Reflecting on Change: We had an amazing time at MDC the State of the South event! The powerful conversations on equity, education, and policy advocacy reinforced our commitment to building a better future for Georgia's children. 💪🏾

It's GaPreKWeek, and we’re celebrating the amazing impact of quality early learning! 🎉
Did you know that investing in early education boosts third-grade reading proficiency and increases high-school graduation rates? That's why we're all in for Georgia Pre-K! 📚✨

Let’s give every child the strong start they deserve! Join us in supporting Georgia’s youngest learners—because their future starts now! 💪🏾💙

To learn more, visit https://i.mtr.cool/gvjueycykk

Voices for Georgia's Children

October is Head Start Awareness Month! 🎉

Head Start means ensuring our children receive essential health services like:
💉 Immunizations
🪥 Dental Care
⚕️ Medical Check-ups
😃 Mental Health Support
🍎 Nutritional Services
➕ Early Detection

Because every child deserves a healthy start! 🌟

Little known fact: Your vote directly impacts the quality of education in your community. 📚

Voting can impact:
1️⃣ School Budgets & Funding 💰
2️⃣ Curriculum & Programs 🎒
3️⃣ Teacher Pay & Resources 🍎
4️⃣ Classroom Size & Learning Conditions 🏫

👉🏾 Your vote shapes the future of the next generation! 🧒🏽👩🏽‍🏫 Education is the foundation of our society, and by voting, you help create a future where every child has access to high-quality education, regardless of zip code. ✅ Make your voice count this election!

Make positive communication an everyday activity to build a strong, long-lasting relationship with your child. Here are four tips to get you started:

→ Listen Actively
→ Thinkers and a judgment-free zone
→ Feelings of love;
→ Communicate good behavior.

With these methods, your child will feel safe, loved, sanctified, and understood. Which one would you like to try first? Let us know in the comment section below!

💡 Parenting Hacks: Tips for Managing Screen Time & Promoting Digital Wellness for Kids 💡

In today’s tech-driven world, creating healthy screen time habits for our kids is crucial. 📱 Here are some expert tips on balancing screen use and encouraging digital wellness:

✨ Set clear screen time limits ⏰
✨ Encourage outdoor and offline activities 🌳
✨ Model healthy tech habits 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
✨ Turn screen time into learning time 🎓
✨ Teach mindful digital usage 🧠

Make sure your kids stay healthy year-round by renewing their low-cost/free health plan. They'll enjoy comprehensive care including doctor/dental visits, mental health support, and more.

Learn more at https://i.mtr.cool/kmvyxlmvxb or call 1-877423-4746.

Engagement partner opportunities for sponsors, exhibitors, and vendors are now open for our 6th Annual Culturally Responsive Early Education & Care Leadership Summit! Our 2025 theme, Elevate the Culture: Embracing All Voices, highlights the power of diversity and inclusion in shaping the future of early childhood education.

Whether your goal is to boost brand visibility, build meaningful connections, or demonstrate your commitment to culturally responsive education, we offer a range of options tailored to fit your organization's budget, goals, and objectives. This is an excellent opportunity to align your mission with impactful stakeholders in early childcare, creating lasting influence and expanding your reach within the community.

Together, let’s elevate the conversation around early childcare education while championing all voices!

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Registration for our 6th Annual Culturally Responsive Early Education & Care Leadership Summit, Elevating the Culture: Embracing All Voices, is now OPEN!

Join us on February 19, 2025, for a full day of professional development, packed with valuable content and resources tailored to engage our ECE stakeholder community.

Reminder: If you're a current BCDI-Atlanta member, you'll enjoy 15% OFF of your registration!

Register at https://i.mtr.cool/ojbldhzqhg

We can't wait to see you there!

BCDI-Atlanta membership provides access to resources you need to make a positive impact in the lives of Black children and their families and enables the organization to engage in collective, strengths-based culturally relevant education and advocacy.

Ready to get involved? Join BCDI-Atlanta using the 🔗in the bio!

Submit a proposal to present at BCDI-Atlanta's 6th Annual Culturally Responsive Early Education & Care Leadership Summit! We hope you will join us as we explore the 2025 theme - Elevate the Culture: Embracing All Voices.

This in-person professional development event will be held on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, in Atlanta.

To submit proposals, go to https://forms.gle/shPLMsmQvAocecbX8

BCDI-Atlanta is proud to be a part of this year's State of the South, and we’re even more thrilled to share that our Interim President, Tatjyana Elmore, and our Coordinator of Programs, Sharon Hudgins-Beck, will be speaking on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM. Their discussion will focus on Expanding Early Care and Education, Black Child Development Institute of Atlanta.

Join the conversation and register using the link in bio.

In a time of uncertainty and unrest, making a voting plan is more important than ever. Black voters face challenges from restrictive laws to misinformation campaigns, but together, we can rise above. Let’s use this day to empower our community, fight voter suppression, and ensure our voices are heard.

Plan your vote, protect your power! ✊🏾

🥗 Myth or Fact? Let's Set the Record Straight on Family Nutrition! 🥦

It’s time to debunk some common myths about healthy eating! From the cost of nutritious foods to getting kids excited about veggies, we’re breaking down the barriers to better family wellness. Don’t let misconceptions keep you from making healthy choices for yourself and your loved ones! 🚫❌

👉🏾 Swipe through to discover the truth and get practical tips to make healthy eating easier for your family! Want to dive deeper into family nutrition? Visit bcdiatlanta.org for more resources and support! 🌟

💥 Ready to take the next step? Share your biggest nutrition myth in the comments below and let’s tackle it together! Plus, tag a friend who needs to see this!