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Category: Featured

May 13, 2026
by CCAofWA Communications
Featured

Join a Live or Virtual ECEAP Listening Session hosted by CCA of WA Regions

CCA of WA’s regional partners are hosting a series of live and virtual listening sessions for child care providers who are interested in learning more about ECEAP expansion.[..]

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November 7, 2025
by Rosie Alfaro-Toledo
Featured

Inspired by True Stories of Care, Commitment, and Community

Celebrating Early Learning Coaches Across Washington. Every day, Early Learning Coaches across Washington work alongside child care providers to help them grow their programs,[..]

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September 18, 2025
by Rosie Alfaro-Toledo
Featured

From Graduation to New Beginnings: Celebrating Our 2025 Scholars

As a new school year begins, we are honored to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our scholars who graduated this past June. This year, we proudly recognize 60 graduates[..]

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August 20, 2025
by Rosie Alfaro-Toledo
Featured

Connected Care: Child Care Aware of Washington & Help Me Grow Join Forces for Families

At Child Care Aware of Washington, we believe that every child deserves quality early learning experiences and every family deserves support that meets them where they are. Fo[..]

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August 7, 2025
by CCAofWA Communications
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Rob Colombini Appointed CEO of Child Care Aware of WA

We are pleased to announce that Child Care Aware of Washington has appointed our new Chief Executive Officer – please join us in welcoming Rob Colombini to the team! Rob

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July 9, 2025
by Rosie Alfaro-Toledo
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Child Care Aware of WA Says Goodbye to Deeann Puffert

After an impactful career devoted to advancing the well-being of children, youth, and families, Deeann Puffert, CCA of WA’s Chief Executive Officer, will retire on July 15. [..]

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July 9, 2025
by Rosie Alfaro-Toledo
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Naomi Wilson Appointed Interim CEO of Child Care Aware of WA

Child Care Aware of WA has appointed Naomi Wilson as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective July 16. Naomi joined CCA of WA in November 2024 as the organization’s first [..]

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May 7, 2025
by Michel Nelson
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CCA of WA is seeking its next CEO to champion equitable access to quality child care across Washington!

Exciting news! Child Care Aware of Washington is seeking its next CEO to champion equitable access to quality child care across Washington! This is a pivotal moment for early [..]

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March 1, 2025
by Rosie Alfaro-Toledo
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Honoring Women Who Lead, Inspire, and Empower: Her Story, Our Legacy

March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the remarkable contributions of women throughout history and in our communities today. From educators and a[..]

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February 2, 2025
by Rosie Alfaro-Toledo
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Celebrating Black History in Early Childhood Education

Black History Month is a time to recognize, honor, and celebrate the contributions of Black leaders, educators, artists, and advocates. In early childhood education, it’s es[..]

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December 20, 2024
by Rosie Alfaro-Toledo
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Introducing Holding Hope: Our New Podcast on Mental Health 

Boundaries and Balance: Redefining Self-Care We are thrilled to announce the launch of Holding Hope, a podcast designed to support families, child care providers, and com[..]

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November 1, 2024
by Rosie Alfaro-Toledo
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New Episode of Manteniendo Esperanza Podcast: Supporting Neurodiverse Children in Our Community

We’re thrilled to announce the release of the first Spanish episode of our Manteniendo Esperanza podcast! In this special episode, we dive into a meaningful conversation wit[..]

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September 3, 2024
by Rosie Alfaro-Toledo
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A New School Year, A New Chapter: Celebrate Our 2024 Graduates!

As the new school year begins, we are excited to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our scholars who graduated this past June. This year, we proudly recognize 62 graduat[..]

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