Dear Jessica,

Happy Latinx Heritage Month! We're proud to celebrate the rich history and endless achievements of Latinx communities, not just this month, but all year round! This year's theme Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation, highlights the importance of bringing together diverse voices and perspectives in helping to build a stronger nation. All Our Kin wouldn’t be what it is without the voices and immeasurable contributions of our Latinx staff and family child care educators!

This Latinx Heritage Month, we look forward to shining a spotlight on our staff and educators, and the amazing work that they do every day to care for children and families. If you're interested in participating in our spotlight series, we invite you to fill out a quick questionnaire, or reach out to the Communications Team at communications@allourkin.org.

There are plenty.of ways you can celebrate! Check out this week’s newsletters for resources to enjoy in your home and programs.

With love,

The All Our Kin Team

Upcoming Workshops

Learn in Nature!

Outdoor Education Workshop Series

All Our Kin’s Outdoor Education Workshop Series begins October 15! This hands-on curriculum is designed to support family child care programs in creating educational experiences that develop children’s relationships with nature, their health and developmental holistic growth.

The first workshop will take place at Silverman Farm and Randalls Farm Preserve in Easton, CT, where we will learn about animal feeding, wildlife preservation, and how to incorporate environmental care practices in your program.

Educators can participate in the full series, or sign up for individual workshops.

Virtual Educator Panel:

Fostering a Love of Learning

Family child care educators play an essential role in helping children to develop a love of learning that will last a lifetime! Our October 17th FCC Educator Panel will explore the strategies and approaches educators use to foster curiosity, wonder, intuition, inquiry, excitement and creativity in children.

We are seeking panelists and moderators! Please email Colby colby@allourkin.org to participate. Planning meetings are scheduled for the evenings of September 27 & October 13.

Learning Together Series

Join Early Childhood Professional Educational Coach Amoulifie Souffrant in a monthly learning series that explores key topics in early childhood development.

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Coming up:

September 21 & 23: CPR & First Aid Training

September 27: Stamford/Norwalk/Danbury Space Together

September 28: Our Time

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Get Involved

Connecticut Voices for Children

Community Budget Forum

Connecticut Voices for Children will hold their 2nd Annual Community Budget Forum on Thursday, October 13th from 6:30pm-8pm to discuss their annual State of Working Connecticut report.

Leadership Needed

NAFCC Board Nominations

The National Association for Family Child Care board nominations are now open! NAFCC is seeking educators who are committed to their mission of strengthening and supporting state and local family child care.

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Get Registered

Election Day is Around the Corner!

Have your voice heard at the ballot box this November 8th. Not registered to vote?

Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month

A new brief from the National Research Center on Hispanic Children & Families explores key findings from literature on Latinx families' strengths and highlights the ways in which these strengths can protect children from adversity.

The NEA celebrates Latinx Heritage with lesson plans, activities and videos that educators can use year-round for children of all ages!

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Contact:

Bridgeport: Bridgeport@allourkin.org; 203-392-4574

Danbury: Danbury@allourkin.org; 203-690-9726

New Haven: NewHaven@allourkin.org; 203-301-8473

Stamford/Norwalk: StamfordNorwalk@allourkin.org; 203-690-9726