Southeastern Oklahoma State University Child Care Resource and Referral

07/22/2026

https://form.jotform.com/262025817206149

Good afternoon all. The time is here again to sign up for the mobile resource library. This is a themed 10-month curriculum addition to use in your program. We will deliver and pick up the boxes, as well as clean them. All you need to do is use the materials with your students and have fun. If you have further questions, please call our office or just click the link to fill out the form.

Application is due on or before Aug. 3rd

Please click the link to complete this form.

06/29/2026

Summer is here, and with it comes exciting updates, resources, and opportunities to support you and the families you serve. In this edition of our Child Care Connections newsletter, you’ll find the latest policy updates, training opportunities, and tips to enhance your program.

Thank you for all you do to nurture and educate the children in our community!

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06/02/2026

🚨🚨 Reminder: Weather Permitting 🚨🚨

Join us this Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM for a fun and refreshing Summer Pool Party hosted by Youth Services of Bryan County, Inc. and the Fathers In Action Network at the Carl Albert Pool in Durant, OK.

Enjoy a cool morning packed with swimming, hot dogs, snow cones, popcorn, and more, all completely free 💯.

Don’t miss this chance to kick off summer early, enjoy early pool access, and beat the heat with family and friends!

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Adrienne Matlock of the Stigler area for being selected as the winner of our Makeover Magic for Family Child Care Homes program.
Her classroom area was re-vamped to meet the needs of her program. 🩷

04/08/2026

https://form.jotform.com/260823883573163 -- Free formal training in Idabel on 4-30-26.

Please click the link to complete this form.

04/02/2026

Check out Spring Child Care Connections Newsletter:

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03/06/2026

A local child care provider is hosting a networking opportunity in McAlester. This will be a relaxed, come-and-go event where providers can connect, share ideas, and build relationships.
This event is not hosted, sponsored, or affiliated with CCR&R.

02/24/2026

Sensory ideas for the coming spring.

02/10/2026

🚨 Strong Start Application Notice 🚨

If you’ve started an Oklahoma Strong Start application and have been asked to submit additional information, please be sure to log into your Submittable account and take action.

Applications that remain inactive for 30 days after a request for additional information will be closed.

👉 If you believe your application was closed in error or need assistance, please contact the Strong Start Team by Friday, February 16.

Closed applications may be resubmitted; however, reapplications are not eligible for backpay.

Thank you for your continued interest in Strong Start and for all you do to support Oklahoma’s children and families.

02/03/2026

Durant and surrounding areas, here is a new field trip idea.

The Kids' Playspace
402 N. 1st Ave Suite 100
Durant, OK 74701

Click the link or call for more information.
website: https://www.thekidsplayspaceok.com/
Phone: (580) 634-5710
Email: [email protected]