Minnesota communities are facing unprecedented childcare shortages, and school districts are uniquely positioned to help bridge the gap. This session will provide a comprehensive, real-world roadmap for launching a leased family childcare model right inside your school walls. We will walk through the lifecycle of the initiative, including:
- Strategies to identify childcare gaps in your community and district.
- Navigating facility alterations, meeting licensing requirements, and managing liability concerns.
- How to seek out high-quality providers and structure mutually beneficial leasing agreements.
- Honest takeaways, pitfalls to avoid, and best practices developed over years of implementation.
Whether you have empty classrooms or need a staff retention tool you will leave this session with actionable steps to jumpstart a successful in-school family childcare partnership.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand the legal, logistical, and licensing frameworks required to host external providers in school facilities.
- Gain a practical checklist for assessing facility readiness and community demand.
