The FOCUS Planning Time Grant is offered by the New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) to support classroom preparation and program development.
Donor Name: New Mexico Early Childhood Education & Care Department
State: New Mexico
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/15/2022
Details:
Focus on Young Children’s Learning is a tiered quality rating and improvement system (TQRIS) that works to strengthen early childhood programs serving children and their families in New Mexico.
ECECD recognizes that planning time is essential to ensure program quality. They are happy to continue to offer FOCUS Planning Time Grants, an initiative managed by the Southwest Regional Education Cooperative (SWREC).
What the Grant Covers
A one-time per classroom payment to supplement the cost of staffing or materials related to activity planning.
Eligibility Criteria
A current FOCUS program at level 2-Star+ or higher is eligible to submit an application to receive a FOCUS Planning Time Grant. Accredited ECECD 5-Star providers are also encouraged to apply.
One of the FOCUS requirements is that educators must have at least two hours of weekly planning time for curriculum development, and to review child assessment information.
How Funds Can Be Used
Staffing costs, materials and supplies, toys, puzzles, and manipulatives, or any additional items needed for planning the early childhood learning environment.
For more information, visit New Mexico Early Childhood Education & Care Department.
