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I saw that the new Preschool Maine’s Early Learning and Development Standards on demand training is available. Do I need to take that as a requirement for Rising Stars for ME?

Aug 7, 2024 | Rising Stars | 0 comments

MRTQ PDN is very excited to introduce the new, FREE, 8-hour, on demand Preschool Maine’s Early Learning and Development Standards (P-MELDS) training! This new training is included in the Rising Stars for ME Standards. Read the list below to see where you fit to determine if the new training could affect your Rising Stars for ME goals: 

If you have already taken the 30-hour online MELDS training, you already meet the requirements for: 

  • Facilities 3.3.6: Program Owner/Director with children ages 36 months to kindergarten enrolled. 

  • Facilities 3.3.8: (At least one) Teacher or Assistant Teacher caring for children ages 36 months to kindergarten. 

  • Family Child Care 3.3.6: Program Owner with children ages 36 months to kindergarten enrolled. 

If you have NOT taken the 30-hour online MELDS training, you can complete the new on-demand P-MELDS to meet the above requirements. 

Everyone is welcome and encouraged to take the new P-MELDS training! 

If you have general questions about the Rising Stars for ME application or Standards, please visit the Office of Child and Family Service’s Rising Stars for ME website or email risingstarsforme@maine.edu. 

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