Brightpoint Child Care Resource & Referral Program

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

📣 Important Update: Effective September 8, 2026, Brightpoint offices will be closed from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM for lunch.

09/02/2026

Learn how to support active play and nurture a joy of movement with P.A.L.S.!
Contact Molly for more information and to register:
618-852-1020
[email protected]

09/01/2026

This Labor Day, we recognize and thank the workers who help strengthen our communities every day.

Please see the image below for Brightpoint's holiday schedule.
We wish everyone a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable holiday weekend! 💙🧡

08/31/2026

Interested in learning more about the Pyramid Model?
Would you like to complete the Pyramid Model training but find it difficult to set aside multiple Saturdays? The ePyramid Model Module Series may be a great fit for you!

Join us for one of our upcoming information sessions on Wednesday, September 9:
🕙10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
OR
🌙 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Learn about:
-Self-paced online training
-Monthly Community of Practice Meetings
-Earn 30-38 hours of professional development credit 🤯
See the flyer for more information and register here: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/CT0ImkM1RoiAawlPom32ZQ

This opportunity is open to all center staff.

Please note: Training credit will not be awarded for attending this information session.

08/28/2026

Today is the last day to register for Brightpoint's annual conference. You won't want to miss this day full of FUN- learning, networking, giveaways, and more!
And, it's free for all Gateways-registered childcare providers in Illinois!
Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VFCK5MQ

08/27/2026

Brightpoint is honored to have Linda Mitchell as a trainer at our annual conference! Her breakout session on literacy is perfect for the provider who wants to learn how every day habits can become powerful opportunities to build early literacy skills.
Registration closes August 28, but there are still spots available! Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VFCK5MQ

08/27/2026

The last day to register for Brightpoint's annual conference is tomorrow, August 28...don't wait!
Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VFCK5MQ

08/26/2026

Don't miss Genni Luberda's breakout session at Brightpoint's annual conference!
Registration closes this Friday the 28th- register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VFCK5MQ

08/26/2026

Our recent Conversations on Quality session sparked meaningful discussion and new ideas. Check out what directors and administrators said they took away from the experience! 💡
Interested in joining the discussion and receive 1.5 hours of professional development?
Next Conversations on Quality is Wednesday 9/16 from 12:00-1:30. Our conversation will be around using AI in the ECE programs. Use the QR code or this link to register: https://brightpoint-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/goFLBhtKSBqa5dH9WROUxg