Thursday, October 31, 2013

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Shiprock Branch Library's Halloween Party!!

Hey,Hey,Hey Library Lovers! 
The Shiprock Branch Library is going to be having a Halloween party on Halloween  @ the Library! woot! woot! So go and visit them  with your awesome costumes!! Have a Fantabulous Wednesday!!
 

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Story Time


Seen Breaking Bad? A really big fan? Well Jesus Jr. AKA Gonzo will be at the Farmington Public Library this Friday @ 2pm. He will be touching on a topic that affects everyone BULLYING! make sure you stop by for this amazing opportunity!
 

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Community Child Find Screening & Community Resources



Feel free to set up a information booth at locations. 
Continental breakfast will be available for community resource attendees :)
Community Resource, 
please RSVP with Regina Morgan or Laurinda to reserve
your spot.

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Funding for Early Childhood

New Funding:
Smart from the Start Grant Program 

Together Counts, with support from the National PTA, has launched a new grant opportunity for early childhood sites. "Smart from the Start" awards are designed to reward preschools that develop plans for creating practical, long-term improvements in nutrition and physical activity at their school. The winning preschool will be awarded $20,000 and ten runners-up will each receive $2,500. Early childhood education centers and schools with a Pre-K program are eligible to apply.
  • Award Amount: $20,000 (1) or $2,500 (10)  
  • Deadline: February 28, 2014
  • Click Here for more information about this grant

Monday, October 14, 2013

Job Opportunities

American Fence Co. 
is looking for an experienced welder earning $15 depending on experience. Will build gates / fence panels, maintain the orderliness of the construction shop/yard, load/unload trucks, pull orders/material handling. Two or more years welding experience / gate / fence panel building experience preferred. Forklift experience required. Must have a valid driver's license, good record and no DUI! We conduct a thorough background investigation and drug test. Apply at American Fence Co., 7212 E. Main, Farmington, NM.

Environmental Manager SOS Staffing - Farmington, NM
Environmental Manager

Hours: Monday Through Friday 7:00am to 5:00pm

Pay: DOE

Job Description:

Oversees diverse environmental projects and lab services, supervises technical and field staff, and serves as the company's chief engineer. Is the single, most knowledgeable expert on environmental assessments, solutions, and regulatory requirements. Regularly interfaces with clients to maintain and expand existing business.

Job Duties:
·         Manages client relationships effectively.
·         Oversees laboratory services to ensure superior quality and profitable performance.
·         Ensures that all necessary environmental permits for related construction projects are obtained and necessary plans developed and implemented.
·         Responds to technical/regulatory inquiries from State, local and Federal agencies, as well as public and private organizations or individuals.
·         Works with other departments to prepare proposals and bids.
·         Plans, budgets, executes effectiveness of programs and projects.
·         Conducts technical reviews and makes recommendations on environmental site assessments, wetland delineations, groundwater and soil investigations, risk assessments, hydrogeologic studies, remediation system design, industrial hygiene services, underground storage tank assessments, and remediation assessments.
·         Evaluates and determines remedial strategies or monitoring plans, prepares reports, and presents recommendations to clients.
·         Leads and mentors a team of environmental specialists and field personnel to ensure superior quality and profitable performance.
Education:
·         HS/GED
·         Bachelor's Degree: civil, chemical, environmental or petroleum
·         Master's Degree: civil, chemical, environmental or petroleum
Experience:
·         10+ years experience
·          
Additional:
·         All applicants will be subject to a pre-employment background check*
·         Applicant will be subject to a drug screen as a condition of employment
Job Benefits & Perks:
·         401k with employer contribution
·         Competitive compensation
·         Dental
·         Family Coverage
·         Financially sound
·         Growing Company
·         Growth opportunity (offers new skills and experience development)
·         Medical
·         Opportunity to make a difference
·         PTO
·         Progressive Management
·         Vision
·         Well established
·         Wellness Plan
·          
Company Info:
·         Offers A to Z environmental services with no out of town travel.
Please submit resume to SOS Employment Group dept077@sosemploymentgroup.com
 
 
 

 Tri Energy Services Incorporated
hiring drivers for oilfield services non cdl and must be able to pass a drug test and lift heavy stuff.
(505) 325-7005
836 hwy 516 flora vista, New Mexico
 
 
 

Central Consolidated School District
 

Saturday, October 12, 2013

Storytelling Festival @ Berg Park

I was able to participate in the Storytelling Festival on Friday and Saturday, October 11and 12th. Where there were 5 main storytellers. Tim Tingles of the Choctaw Nation was able to go to Nizhoni Elementary on Thursday, October 10, 2013. His stories of Native American Folklore were enchanting, whimsical, comical and heart-warming. It was an amazing privilege to be able to hear stories from many backgrounds and cultures.


Friday, October 4, 2013

Child Care Aware® of America News

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The Raise Your Hand webinar series is a five-month journey that will raise awareness about federal and state opportunities to support child care, connect participants with content experts, and promote meaningful action. Join us Thursday, Oct. 3, at 12:30 p.m. EDT, for a free webinar on the budget process, timeline and what's at stake for child care and early learning programs. Register here.
 
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An update concerning the status of funding for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program and the discretionary, mandatory, and federal share of matching portions of the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF).
 
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Michael Olenick, Ph.D., Child Care Aware® of America board president, was recently honored with a 2013 Heart of Gold award presented by the Child Development Institute. The award is given annually to individuals and organizations in recognition of outstanding advocacy for the needs of young children and lifelong work to support and strengthen families. Olenick is president and CEO of the Child Care Resource Center in Chatsworth, Calif.
 
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Children through age 12 are invited to share their original artwork displaying seasonal traditions from their family or around the world. Child Care Aware® of America will unveil the art collections on upcoming cards, Web and social media sites. Learn more here.
 
 Training/Professional Development Opportunities
 
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October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Awareness Month. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, is the sudden unexplained death of a child less than one year of age. In many instances of SIDS, a child is thought to be sleeping, but when checked, is found dead. Spend some time this October learning safe and healthy sleeping habits and techniques to avoid this tragedy. Enroll in the Training Academy today and start earning continuing education units online.
 
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Friday, Oct. 4, 2013 12:30 p.m.- 1 p.m., EDT

Join our Child Care Aware® staff for a 30-minute webinar on ways consumer education practices can be shared with families.

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 Children's Product Recalls/Information
 
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Toys R Us recalls Journey Girl travel trunks due to laceration hazard.
 
 Industry News
 
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Young children readily learn words from their parents, grandparents, and child care providers in live conversations, but learning from video has proven more difficult. A new study questioned why and found that it's the responsiveness of the interactions that's key: When we respond to children in timely and meaningful ways, they learn — even when that response comes from a screen. More

 
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Enrollment rates for children who are eligible for Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) are higher than ever. This is the finding from a recent analysis by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and Urban Foundation. According to the study, most of the credit for increased enrollment can be given to increased awareness of CHIP and to efforts which simplify the plan enrollment and renewal process. It's expected for enrollment to continue to increase due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and Medicaid expansion. Here's an overview of what the analysis found. More

 
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With so many education technology tools now available, how can school and district leaders implement the best choices? According to one veteran tech-savvy education technology integrator, there are a few ideas to consider when implementing technology. One of the biggest considerations? Put yourself in students' shoes! "It's not just about the technology or the technology other schools and district are using," said Jane Englert, learning designer and technology integrator at Ephrata High School in Pennsylvania. "It's understanding the needs of your students, as well as how to integrate the technology seamlessly with your curricular goals for the class." More

 
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When it comes to children's learning, are we focusing too much on schools — and not enough on parents? "There is, quite rightly, a cacophonous debate on how to reform schools, open up colleges, and widen access to pre-K learning," notes a new article, "Parenting, Politics, and Social Mobility," published by the Brookings Institution, a Washington think tank. "But too little attention is paid to another divide affecting social mobility — the parenting gap." More


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