The New Mexico Early Childhood Strategic Plan 2021–2024

This plan charts out key goals, objectives, and actions to meet identified needs, track progress, and provide a detailed view of the early childhood landscape and a comprehensive strategy for moving forward.

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Child Care Copay Waiver Extended

As COVID-19 continues to impact our communities, we are committed to supporting families and child care providers across the state by extending waivers for parent child care copayments.

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Moments Together

Babies are always learning, and you already have what it takes to teach them. From breakfast to bedtime there are tons of simple, everyday moments you share with your little one that can put them on the path to a bright future.

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Supporting Families

We work to ensure that all New Mexican families and young children have equitable access to high-quality early childhood opportunities.

Parents

Supporting Providers

We are committed to improve child well-being outcomes and strengthen family support services through continuous quality improvement.

Early Childhood Professionals

The New Mexico Early Childhood Strategic Plan 2021–2024

This plan charts out key goals, objectives, and actions to meet identified needs, track progress, and provide a detailed view of the early childhood landscape and a comprehensive strategy for moving forward.

View the Plan

Child Care Copay Waiver Extended

As COVID-19 continues to impact our communities, we are committed to supporting families and child care providers across the state by extending waivers for parent child care copayments.

See Details

Moments Together

Babies are always learning, and you already have what it takes to teach them. From breakfast to bedtime there are tons of simple, everyday moments you share with your little one that can put them on the path to a bright future.

Learn More

Supporting Families

We work to ensure that all New Mexican families and young children have equitable access to high-quality early childhood opportunities.

Parents

Supporting Providers

We are committed to improve child well-being outcomes and strengthen family support services through continuous quality improvement.

Early Childhood Professionals

We’re with you every step of the way!

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NOTICE: New Mexico Early Learning Advisory Council Meeting March. 11

The Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC) is a group that makes recommendations and advises the government and legislature regarding...

At-A-Glance: New Mexico Early Head Start/Head Start

About the Early Childhood Education and Care Department’s Head Start State Collaboration Office (HSSCO) Early Head Start (EHS) and Head...

Updated Rapid Response Process for Child Care programs

Rapid Response Process for Child Care Programs ECECD, in collaboration with the University of New Mexico, Early Childhood Services...

NM School Districts, Governmental Bodies, and Private Nonprofits to Operate the Summer Food Service Program for Children

Sponsoring Organization Media Release February 8.2021 — The New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (NM ECECD), is proud...

Scholarship opportunity for Infant Mental Health Endorsement

Become Recognized for Your Infant Mental Health Specialization Endorsement for Culturally Sensitive, Relationship-Focused Practice...

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Am I Eligible?

We invite you to complete the Am I Eligible? survey and learn about the family services programs for which you may be eligible. To apply for services or request a referral to one or more of the family services programs, please click on the Apply for Services button.

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Grants, RFPs & Procurement Opportunities

NM ECECD has the following opportunities available for vendors to apply for.

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ECECD Pre-k Grant Application

Submission of Grant Applications are due on March 31, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. Late submission of Applications will not be accepted.

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Request for Proposal RFP 2021-0001 Financial and Audit Compliance

Submission of Proposals are due on March 12, 2021 at 3:00 P.M. Late submission of applications will not be accepted.

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