Blog | Arizona Early Childhood

Requesting Administrator Access in the Registry

AZ Early Childhood Network
October 6, 2026

Program/Center Directors/Administrators who oversee one or more sites may apply to have limited access to information in their staff members’ Arizona Registry profiles. Requesting Administrator Access Log into the Arizona Early Childhood Registry with your log-in credentials. If you do not yet have a Registry account, you will need to create an account.Click on My Documents from the dropdown menu under Profile. Select Proof of Administrator Position from the list of options under File Description and upload an acceptable form…

Become a Pyramid Model Implementation Site

AZ Early Childhood Network
November 4, 2025

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Arizona’s Pyramid Model Statewide Leadership Team is excited to recruit another round of programs to join! Participation includes access to high quality professional development around evidence based practices and access to learning materials & a program coach. Take your early child care program to the next level!

Child care safety hazards: Steps you can take to keep kids safe in the classroom

Laurel Rodriquez
September 18, 2025

TAGS: child care hazards, child care safety, early childhood, early childhood education, infant safety, toddler safety,

By Quality First Assessor, Laurel Rodriquez When you step into a child care program, whether center-based or home-based, you’ll notice art masterpieces, calming spaces, shelves full of colorful books and blocks stacked high. But tucked between the tables, cozy corners and play spaces, there can also be safety hazards, some obvious and some hidden. I promise, this is not about bubble-wrapping every corner. This is about spotting little things that can make a big difference in children’s safety. Electrical outlet…

Your guide to an early childhood education career in Arizona

Madison Anderson
July 28, 2025

TAGS: Arizona Registry, career development, college scholarships, early childhood education, First Things First, PCPP, Professional Development,

Thinking about an early childhood career but not sure where to start? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. Whether you're just starting or returning to school, the Arizona Early Childhood Workforce Registry is your go-to hub for scholarships and credentials, with the Arizona Early Childhood Professional Development Network being your guide to accomplish your early childhood career goals! Even better? First Things First (FTF) and the Professional Career Pathway Project (PCPP) offer early…

The Arizona Professional Development Roadmap for the Early Care and Education Workforce

Madison Anderson
February 20, 2025

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Quality early care and education (ECE) is essential for the healthy development of young children. It also supports Arizona families' ability to work or go to school. This strengthens families and the state’s economy. High-quality ECE gives children valuable and developmentally appropriate learning experiences. To support this, Arizona needs skilled, well-trained, and highly valued ECE professionals. The Arizona Professional Development Roadmap outlines goals and strategies to ensure the state has an integrated ECE professional development system that supports and empowers…

The Importance of a Sleep Routine

Madison Anderson
August 19, 2024

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What is one of the most important routines? (Hint: It's not work-related) It’s your sleep routine! Sleep might be something you don’t think much about–until you’re not getting enough. Lack of sleep can affect your mental health, behavior and memory. No matter your age, a healthy sleep routine helps you to feel and function better. Newborns need 12 to 16 hours of sleep per day, including naps, while adults need at least 8 hours. A good sleep routine can help…

There’s always time for a good book!

Madison Anderson
July 17, 2024

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No matter what your summer plans are, one thing is for sure- There's always time for a good book! Summer is a perfect time to incorporate reading activities into your classroom. No matter the age you work with, reading aloud to children helps them increase their vocabulary and will improve their reading ability later in life, and begin to understand that written words have meaning. These acronyms from Save the Children are great reminders of how to make the most…

Program Admin- Find your Employer ID

AZ Early Childhood Network
April 1, 2024

TAGS: Registry How-To Guides,

Staff without a Registry account can connect their account to your program during account creation using your program’s unique Program ID number. 1. First, on the Registry homepage click on “Program Administration,” located at the upper left hand corner. 2. Next, locate your Program ID. Click on “Edit Program Details” to open your program’s information: 3. The Program ID is indicated after the Program Name 4. The Program ID can also be found on the first page in the Program Administration…

For Program Admin To Use With New Staff-How To Add an Employer

AZ Early Childhood Network
April 1, 2024

TAGS: Registry How-To Guides,

Create an account on the Arizona Early Childhood Workforce Registry. You will use the Employer ID number listed in step 3 to add your employer. To create a Registry account:1. First, go to www.azregistry.org to create a Registry Account and click on “Register Now.” 2. After filling in your personal information, click on the Continue with Registration button 3. From the drop down menu, select “Employer ID” and type the Employer ID number provided below in the search box. Click on…

LETRS Training for Early Childhood Educators

AZ Early Childhood Network
March 13, 2024

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Cohorts available for Summer 2024 and School Year 2024-2025 The Arizona Department of Education is partnering with Lexia Learning to provide free LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) training for Early Childhood Preschool Educators and community partners across Arizona. As you are beginning to plan for professional development for next year, consider this career-enhancing opportunity.LETRS for Early Childhood Educators professional learning provides deep knowledge of literacy instruction for the youngest learners. Lexia LETRS for Early Childhood Educators…