Brightpoint Child Care Resource & Referral Program

10/18/2026

Join our Zoom training on October 21 to learn about your next steps in professional growth and career advancement.

📲Register today✨ https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/wYF3kOxyTDGh5CTvu7-cHQ #/registration

10/16/2026

❓ Did you know? Your CPR/First Aid certification expires every 2 years.
➡️ Sign up for one of our free CPR/First Aid training classes today!*
☎️ Contact Molly at [email protected] or 618-852-1020

*must be a Gateways-registered childcare provider in Illinois.

10/15/2026

🌟 Join Us for Our Next Conversation on Quality! 🌟

This month, we're focusing on Building and Sustaining a Positive Program Culture. This is a great opportunity for Center Directors to connect, collaborate, and discuss strategies for creating thriving early childhood programs.

📌 Topics We'll Explore:

✅ Creating a mission-driven culture
✅ Reducing workplace conflict
✅ Leading through change

Come ready to share ideas, learn from your peers, and strengthen your leadership practices to support a positive and successful program environment.

Register here: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/4r3AzOecR3SSAK6j6VI0AQ

10/15/2026

Ready to take your early childhood education journey to the next level? Join our informative Zoom training, "CDA & Beyond," on October 21.

⭐Register today⭐
https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/wYF3kOxyTDGh5CTvu7-cHQ #/

10/12/2026

Register below for Brightpoint's upcoming trainings!

CCAP CommYOUnity Forum: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/0EEXUnlCTM6a3qj0oNI21A

Conversations on Quality: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/4r3AzOecR3SSAK6j6VI0AQ

Infant Toddler Development: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/6jWOj0pmQauN0hvT6wpNfQ

Timeout- Harmful or Helpful? https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/12eWVkADQxqtDwTk-nHeeQ

10/08/2026

Hands-on activities give children the opportunity to explore, create, and discover. Moments like these help turn everyday lessons into meaningful learning experiences.

10/06/2026

Check out Brightpoint's upcoming trainings and sign up below!

10/15 CCAP CommYOUnity Forum: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/.../0EEXUnlCTM6a3qj0oNI21A
10/21 Conversations on Quality: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/.../4r3AzOecR3SSAK6j6VI0AQ
10/22 Infant/Toddler Development: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/.../6jWOj0pmQauN0hvT6wpNfQ See less
10/27 Time Out: Harmful or Helpful? https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/12eWVkADQxqtDwTk-nHeeQ

10/05/2026

🍎 Happy World Teachers' Day! 🍎

Today, we celebrate the teachers who make a difference every day. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and commitment to helping children learn and grow. 💙

🎉 Join the celebration! Tag a teacher who has made a difference in your life or in your child's life and share a message of thanks in the comments. Let's recognize the amazing educators who inspire, encourage, and support our communities every day!

10/02/2026

🍁 Don't miss these upcoming fall trainings! Join Brightpoint for engaging professional development opportunities that will help you learn, grow, and bring new ideas back to your program.

✏️ We look forward to learning with you this season!

🎯 Register here:
10/13 Beyond Beavhior: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/3B-fYLkPRheiCc8xHG_w5A
10/15 CCAP CommYOUnity Forum: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/0EEXUnlCTM6a3qj0oNI21A
10/21 Conversations on Quality: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/4r3AzOecR3SSAK6j6VI0AQ
10/22 Infant/Toddler Development: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/6jWOj0pmQauN0hvT6wpNfQ

10/01/2026

Did you know that October is Safe Sleep Awareness Month? Here is an upcoming webinar from Prevent Child Abuse Illinois.
Are you a family child care provider or center program with staff who would like support or more information on safe sleep practices? Please contact our Infant-Toddler Specialist, Genni Luberda, at 618-744-6928 to schedule a visit.

💙 Creating a safe sleep environment can save a baby's life.

Join Prevent Child Abuse Illinois for our upcoming FREE webinar:

👶 Dangers of Unsafe Sleep Environments and How to Create Safe Sleep for Babies

📅 October 8, 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM

Learn more about the dangers associated with unsafe sleep environments and the steps parents, caregivers, and professionals can take to help create safer sleep spaces for babies.

Whether you work with families or simply want to learn more about infant safety, we encourage you to join us and help spread the word!

👉 Register today:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HN1_EMMbTyyv3ICrXN-35A

Please share with parents, caregivers, colleagues, and community partners who may benefit!