West Virginia Early Childhood Training Connections and Resources

12/31/2025

If you are unsure if weather conditions are safe for outdoor play, check the Child Care Weather Watch Chart.
To download a copy visit:
https://www.c-uphd.org/documents/wellness/weatherwatch.pdf

12/31/2025

Colder weather doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! Outdoor play boost mood, builds strong bodies, and helps little ones explore the world in every season. Here are a few tips to help prepare for playing outdoors during the colder months.

12/30/2025

The WV Child Care Nurse Health Consultants offer a self-paced course, Planning for Children’s Health Needs During a Disaster. Visit www.wvstars.org to register.

12/29/2025

Influenza (also known as “flu”) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses.

Flu can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. Flu symptoms usually come on suddenly. People who have flu often feel some or all of these signs and symptoms:
* fever or feeling feverish/chills
* cough
* sore throat
* runny or stuffy nose
* muscle or body aches
* headaches
* fatigue (tiredness)
* some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.
*It's important to note that not everyone with flu will have a fever.

You should see a doctor for the flu if you're in a high-risk group (young kids, 65+, pregnant, chronic conditions) or experience severe signs like difficulty breathing, chest pain, confusion, dizziness, severe vomiting, or symptoms that improve then return worse; otherwise, rest, fluids, and OTC meds often suffice for healthy adults. Seek immediate emergency care for signs like blue lips, seizures, or severe dehydration.

Need a flu shot? Give us a call! 304-824-3330 💉

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays from all of us at West Virginia Early Childhood Training Connections and Resources!
Whether you're in the classroom, supporting programs, or guiding families, your work matters!

12/22/2025

Great reminder from the West Virginia Child Care Nurse Health Consultants

12/19/2025

Free ASD webinar

12/18/2025

Want to learn more about the services and supports available through WVECTCR?
Visit our website to explore how we support early childhood professionals and programs.
www.wvearlychildhood.org

12/17/2025

Registration for Apprenticeship for Child Development Specialist - ACDS the spring semester is open. Visit the ACDS website for additional information. www.wvacds.org

Registration for the spring semester will open November 3! The process has been updated. Please visit the ACDS website for additional information.

12/16/2025

Did you know each of the WVECTCR projects has its own page? Give them a like and follow to stay in the loop on updates, events, and resources.
WV STARS
Apprenticeship for Child Development Specialist - ACDS
Celebrating Connections Conference
West Virginia Child Care Health Educators
West Virginia Child Care Nurse Health Consultants
WV Governor's Early Intervention Interagency Coordinating Council
Early Care Share WV

12/15/2025

Check out the West Virginia Child Care Nurse Health Consultants and West Virginia Child Care Health Educators January online trainings. To register visit www.wvstars.org.

12/12/2025

Our West Virginia Child Care Health Educators are hosing an online Safe Sleep training next Thursday. Spots are filling up fast---sign up today! www.wvstars.org

This training focuses on SIDS risk factors, ways to reduce the risk, safe sleep practices for children at a child care center, and sleeping equipment for children at a child care center.

To schedule the Safe Sleep Practices for your center, contact the Child Care Health Educator for your region. For contact information visit, https://www.wvearlychildhood.org/cche