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Celebrate Child & Youth Providers on May 8, 2026

04 May 2026

Recognize the essential work of child and youth professionals on Provider Appreciation Day

In recognition of Provider Appreciation Day, the Virtual Lab School celebrates the important role child and youth professionals play in supporting military-connected children and families every day.

National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

01 May 2026

Get Moving This May: Support Active, Healthy Lifestyles for Children, Youth, and Families

Get ideas and tools to promote physical activity, healthy routines, and overall well-being during National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.

New TPD: Supporting Children With Transitions Now Available

17 Apr 2026

Check out our new training that focuses on helping children and professionals navigate classroom transitions successfully

Explore how intentional planning and consistent routines support smoother transitions in the latest Targeted Professional Development training module.

Upcoming Live Leadership Webinar on Meaningful Math Experiences

01 Apr 2026

Next Live Leadership Webinar will be on May 13, 2026

Join us for our next live leadership webinar on promoting meaningful math experiences in CYPs.

Celebrating 40 Years of the Month of the Military Child

01 Apr 2026

Celebrating the Legacy of Resilience and Supporting Military-Connected Children and Youth

Access resources and guidance to celebrate and support military-connected children, youth, and families.

2026 Q1 Newsletter

16 Mar 2026

New Classroom Management Planning Tool and Resources for Child and Youth Professionals and Families

Apply the latest guidance and resources to support children, families, and program teams

Military Child Development Program (CDP) Workforce Survey

12 Jan 2026

Take the 20-minute survey now!

Help leadership make decisions about CDP workforce policies like compensation and working conditions to support the recruitment and retention of high-quality CDP staff