Child Care Network of New York, Inc

10/21/2026

10/20/2026

Just fyi, quality early childhood education has long-lasting positive effects on children's cognitive, social and emotional development.

10/09/2026

REMINDER: New York City Public Schools will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026 in observance of Italian Heritage/Indigenous People’s Day.

Families can view the official NYCPS 2026-2027 school year calendar on our website: schools.nyc.gov/calendar

09/29/2026

What does it take to build a strong CACFP sponsoring organization? For Karen Velasco and Anabel Tejada of Child Care Network of New York, it starts with strong systems, professional development and meaningful relationships with providers.

From starting in entry-level roles to helping lead an organization that now supports more than 1,100 family child care homes, Karen and Anabel have seen firsthand the difference sponsors can make in their communities.

Read their Sponsor Spotlight to learn how their team has grown, supported providers and stayed focused on what matters most: helping children access nutritious meals through the CACFP - https://www.cacfp.org/2026/09/08/sponsor-spotlight-karen-velasco-and-anabel-tejada-with-child-care-network-of-new-york/

09/18/2026

REMINDER: New York City Public Schools will be closed on Monday, September 21, 2026 in observance of Yom Kippur.

Families can view the official NYCPS 2026-2027 school year calendar on our website: schools.nyc.gov/calendar

07/27/2026

The 2026–2027 CACFP Reimbursement Rates are here!

Updates include increases across meal types for homes and centers, as well as increased administrative rates for sponsors. Rates are effective July 1, 2026.

Find Rates here: https://www.cacfp.org/rates-of-reimbursement/
Read the full breakdown on our blog: https://www.cacfp.org/2026/07/27/2026-2027-cacfp-reimbursement-rates/

07/09/2026

Do you know providers not yet on the food program? Share this post!

We're hosting a free webinar on Thursday, July 30, where providers can learn more about the Child and Adult Care Food Program and why it's so much more than just a meal program. Empower your program to serve healthy and nutritious meals, receive valuable reimbursement, and access a nationwide network of caregivers and resources.

06/16/2026

☀️ Summer is in full swing, and staying hydrated is more important than ever! 💧

Check out the USDA’s Offering Water in CACFP resource, available in English and Spanish, for tips on making water easily accessible, encouraging healthy habits, and keeping kids refreshed all season long.

A simple guide to support healthy hydration in your program

Download the free resource and make every sip count at https://www.cacfp.org/assets/pdf/USDA+FNS+-+Offering+Water+in+the+CACFP+EN-SP+cacfp.org/

06/03/2026

REMINDER: Students do not attend school on Thursday, June 4, 2026, in observance of Anniversary Day/Chancellor's Conference Day for staff development.

Schools will continue regular programming on Monday, June 8, 2026.

To view the full calendar, visit: schools.nyc.gov/calendar

05/23/2026

REMINDER: New York City Public Schools will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day.

Schools will reopen on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

To view the full calendar, visit: schools.nyc.gov/calendar