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How to Stay Steady When Nothing Goes as Planned
Directors don't need to eliminate the unexpected — they need to get steady again, faster, each time it hits. A preview of the three FrogStreet sessions Kate's bringing this year, on staying grounded w... ...more
Conference
July 29, 2026•3 min read
Suppliers - Think Before You Buy
childcare supply vendor, personalized school supplies, US-made childcare furniture, The Neighborhood Childcare Conversations, North Star School Supply, childcare director resources, early childhood cl... ...more
Tips
June 22, 2026•8 min read
The Conversation Happening in Childcare Offices Right Now
In childcare programs, one conversation keeps repeating: enrollment vs. staffing vs. payroll. Owners want to fill classrooms, while directors worry about capacity—and both are right. The real issue is... ...more
Tips ,Conference &Enrollment
April 28, 2026•2 min read
The Real ROI of Childcare: How One State Turned $300M Into $11 Billion (And What Every Director Can Learn From It)
Childcare is often treated as a cost—but the data tells a very different story. In New Mexico, a $300 million investment in early childhood education grew into an $11 billion trust fund, now powering ... ...more
Books ,Tips &Enrollment
April 23, 2026•6 min read
The 3-Minute Walkthrough: The Leadership Habit That Retains More Staff Than Any Bonus Ever Will
Staff retention in childcare is often misunderstood as a compensation issue—but in reality, it’s a leadership visibility issue. The “3-Minute Walkthrough” is a simple, powerful habit that helps direct... ...more
Books ,Tips &Enrollment
April 14, 2026•5 min read
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