Indiana Early Educators
God certainly seems to be moving in this Midwestern state! We want to partner with Him and go where God is working, especially during any windows of opportunity that He lays before us. You live in one of few states where partnerships still exist between faith-infused entities and the state government.
I am thankful for the privilege of serving you at this time. It is our goal to bring a synthesizing presence to Christian early education in Indiana so that we achieve the best and most quality programming possible for the glory of our Father and His mission for His children. To that end ACSI is advocating on your behalf and accessing money where it is possible to help you become accountable, licensed, and/or accredited, and to assist you in navigating the systems of resources that will help you shine. We hope this webpage will help you navigate a variety of resources and services available to you.
Membership
How do I become a member?
Go to www.acsi.org\kwtestdrive and complete the application. When you receive your membership number go to www.acsi.org and select register in the top right corner. You will receive your access to the members only webpages.
More information on member benefits.
Accreditation
Scholarships Provided for ACSI accreditation with the REACH protocol for Early Education stand-alone programs through a process called Indiana Accreditation Project (IAP) in partnership with IN-AEYC.
Indiana Accreditation Project process chart.
If you would like your program to be accredited with a Christian organization, just complete the above application form and email it to Debby Carter, Field Director—Early Education Services.
Indiana Accreditation Project Application Form.
Training
There are many opportunities for Christian programs in Indiana with ACSI involvement or participation.
ACSI will be offering presentations from a biblical perspective for faith-based providers and will host a booth at the Indiana Early Childhood Conference.
The Early Childhood Meeting Place connects Indiana Early Educators with resouces and event information and acts as a clearing house for those in Indiana child care and early education programs.
Curriculum
Help in writing your educational philosophy. Curriculum Guide
Choosing a curriculum. Curriculum Chart
Resources
How to write a vision and mission statement for your program.
How to develop your curriculum from your vision and mission statement.
Early Education learning guidelines for Indiana.
Indiana Child Care Resource and Referral
National Child Care Information and Technical Assistance
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
Division of Family Resources
Bureau of Child Care
402 West Washington Street, W-361 MS-02
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317.232.1144
Toll Free: 877.511.1144
Web Site: IN.gov
Licensing
Indiana regulations for Health and Safety
Day care licensing statutes
State Licensing contact:
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
Division of Family Resources, Bureau of Child Care
402 W. Washington St. Room W361
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 877.511.1144
Web Page: IN.gov
Should I utilize State Benchmarks in the outcomes development for my students?
State benchmarks
Printed copy may be requested from:
Indiana Educational Resource Center
7725 N College Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2504
317.232.0587
1.800.833.2198
What is Paths to Quality and why should I participate?
Paths to Quality
Paths to Quality for Indiana
ACSI Early Education Products
Early Education Products can be accessed at Purposeful Design Publications.
Early Education Ambassador Program
The Ambassador Program is ACSI's Early Education volunteer network program.
To connect with a local Ambassador who can mentor and assist you contact Debby Carter, Field Director at 1.888.892.4258 ext. 5
