June 2025 Newsletter
Harris County Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity’s
Early Learning Quality Network (ELQN)
Empowering caregivers. Strengthening communities. Building early learning quality, together.
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ELQN’s June Community of Practice (COP) meeting brought together LNOs and partners for a day of collaboration and reflection. Participants explored success stories during the Field Reflection, discussed how to support home-based and Family, Friend, & Neighbor care providers, and used mind mapping to visualize ongoing impact.
The afternoon focused on strengthening outreach strategies, reviewing policy and procedures, and offering social media guidance to support consistent messaging across the network. We closed with a Web of Reflection activity to highlight shared progress and next steps.
Thank you to everyone who participated and continues to work tirelessly to move this work forward!
Open Applications: ELQN Initiatives
Training & Professional Development | Rupani Foundation
Provides training and coaching to enhance the skills and knowledge of child care providers of eligible centers and community members.
Eligible zip codes: 77009, 77015, 77021, 77022, 77027, 77029, 77032, 77033, 77036, 77037, 77039, 77044, 77047, 77048, 77049, 77051, 77056, 77057, 77060, 7072, 77074, 77076, 77081, 77091, 77099, 77379, 77530
Applications are open through August 30th. Apply today!
Early Learning Kits & Materials | National Literacy Institute
Provides developmentally appropriate learning materials to families with young children and providers of informal child care.
Eligible zip codes: 77379
Applications are open through August 30th. Apply today!
Technology for Households | Easter Seals of Greater Houston
Provides qualifying households with developmentally appropriate technological learning tools and training related to the use of technology with young children.
Eligible zip codes: 77021, 77033, 77047, 77051, 77048, 77009, 77022, 77032, 77037, 77039, 77060, 77076, 77091
Applications are open through August 30th. Apply today!
ELQN Applications Opening Soon
Three additional ELQN initiatives will be launching soon to support families and child care providers across Harris County. Stay tuned for application details and eligibility by zip code!
Stay tuned for application details and eligibility by zip code!
Technology For Child Care:
Equips child care providers and households with technological tools and resources to enhance early childhood development and streamline business operations, including digital learning applications, childcare management software, and Wi-Fi upgrades.
Facility, Safety & Security
Provides developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor materials and equipment, addressing and improving the safety and security of facilities.
Curriculum Development & Implementation Services
Offers providers access to high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum and materials to enhance classroom learning.
Upcoming ELQN Events
Throughout July, ELQN partners will largely focused on outreach and applications. If you’re interested in participating in any upcoming or active initiatives, be sure to check out our public calendar and reach out to your local LNO, attend their event, or explore the initiative vendor events featured on ELQN’s homepage for more information.
Looking to August, ELQN partners will host Back-to-School Events on August 1, 2, 4th and 9th. Connect with a Local Network Organization to learn more, and save these dates for these Back-to-School Bashes!
New on the Website: Impact & Data Tools
From hands-on early learning kits to dynamic training sessions, our vendors are bringing quality initiatives to life across Harris County! A few of them took the time to share updates, express appreciation, and reflect on the impact these opportunities are having in their communities. We’re proud to highlight their stories and celebrate the progress we’re making together.
Impact and Data Webpage
Together with families, child care providers, and local organizations, we’re working to ensure every child has access to high-quality early education tailored to meet the unique strengths and needs of each community. ELQN is thrilled to publicly release the data and resources collected by network-members throughout 2025, showcasing the impact it’s poised to have across Harris County.
Harris County Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity’s Early Learning Quality Network Pilot Evaluation: Year One
This three-year effort is guided by community input and local data to ensure that child care quality improvements are responsive to the needs of families and providers. Below are key findings and community insights from the first year of the pilot. Summaries of key findings from this report are also available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
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