Bright & Early North Dakota

Early Experiences Last a Lifetime

Children have approximately 1,825 days from the day they are born until they enter kindergarten. What happens during this journey lays the foundation for their school and life success.

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News & Updates

Child Care Licensing System Update
December 14, 2022
The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Early Childhood Section has launched the online Child Care Licensing (CCL) System.
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Step 1 Quality Rating Automation
October 13, 2022
The Bright & Early ND Team is pleased to announce Step 1 Quality Rating automation. The Step 1 automation process will allow quicker processing times and easier access for programs pursuing continuous quality improvement.
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Workforce Incentives and Stipends
August 11, 2022
The North Dakota Department of Human Services is offering stipends to help retain and reward early childhood professionals for their work caring for children, along with incentives to reward individuals for completing approved training and education milestones.
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Bright & Early ND Steps to Quality

Bright & Early ND uses a consistent set of quality indicators that are organized into four standards.

Step 1

Health and Safety
Step 2

Space and Materials
Step 3

Activities and Experiences
Step 4

Relationships and Interactions

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