WHAT WE DO
Advocate For Better Early Education
We're here to enhance the quality of early care and education here in Northern California. We assess and help elevate the quality of childcare programs. For parents, we offer valuable insights to make informed choices about their child's care and education. Providers committed to excellence can join us on a journey of continuous quality improvement and receive a variety of support and resources.
WHO WE ARE
About QCNS
Quality Counts North State unites six Northern California counties: Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Tehama, and Trinity. We are part of the statewide Quality Counts California initiative, contributing to a higher standard of early care and education.
Our mission is to boost the region's childcare quality and educate the community on its importance. Our vision is to ensure the highest quality early care and education for all children while helping the community recognize and locate quality providers.
Funding
Earn allocation dollars to purchase materials or professional development
Coaching
Get connected with an expert in ECE who will provide you with tailored supports
Professional Development
Access to multiple free training opportunities annually
Conference Sponsorships
Opportunities to apply to attend ECE Conferences
Scholarships
Apply for help with tuition and books
QCNS Consortium Partners
Our consortium is a harmonious collaboration of partners from six counties, exemplifying the power of collective efforts in pursuit of a common mission and vision. Our aim is to help create access to high-quality early care and education within our local communities.
Together, community leaders make decisions that cater to the unique needs of our Northern California community, as well as the individual requirements of each county and organization. Every participating entity plays a vital role in shaping and executing our quality improvement initiatives.
PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES
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