Quality Improvement Programs for
Early Care and Education

Statewide Initiatives

After School Initiative - a program designed to enhance quality of programs serving School-Age children.

Child & Adult Care Food Program - a program designed to reimburse Family Child Care Providers for providing nutritious meals and snacks to children in their care.

First Steps - a program designed to enhance quality of programs serving Infants and Toddlers.

Step Up To Quality - a voluntary star rating system for Centers licensed by the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services

Local Initiatives

Quality Enhancement Project - a program designed to work with Licensed Centers in the Mahoning Valley to enhance the quality of care for all children and families.

 

 

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