Child Care Council
The Child Care Council is dedicated to promoting and supporting the development of quality, affordable and accessible child care services in Oswego County. To accomplish this mission we offer Free services for child care providers, individuals interested in opening a child care program, and families searching for child care. Click pages on the menu to the left to find out more.
The Child Care Council is located at 157 W. First St., Oswego, NY 13126
Our staff is available to assist you Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m
Phone: (315) 343-2344 or toll free at (866) 886-2344
Fax: (315) 343-0442
Did you know that May 8th is Provider Appreciation Day?
Keep reading to see how parents and organizations can help celebrate Provider Appreciation Day and recognize the hard work and dedication of our child care providers.
Ideas for Parents
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Get together with other parents to create a surprise
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Send flowers, cards or a handwritten note of appreciation
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Bring breakfast or lunch for your provider and for the kids
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Work with your child to create a special remembrance
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Buy something for your provider's play area
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Give your provider a paid day off, a raise or a bonus
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Key in on your provider's hobby and buy an appropriate gift
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Check to see if your employer provides scholarships for toys, equipment or training that you can sponsor as a parent
Ideas for Organizations
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Call local restaurants, retail stores, and grocery stores to request gift certificates for the child care providers you work with
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Plan a luncheon or dinner honoring child care providers
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Hang banners or posters
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Purchase a new piece of equipment in honor of the day
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Provide a scholarship for an early care education conference or workshop
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Pay for a day off so a provider may attend a conference or workshop
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Organize a spa day
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Serve the staff a continental breakfast
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Plan a parent/provider picnic
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Have a parade or dedicate a park
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Invite staff and parents to partner with you to plan a program-wide event
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Invite neighboring early childhood organizations to join you in your celebration
Don't let this day go by without a special thank you to these people who are so important to you and your children!