Covid-19 Resources

Current Information & Resources for Delaware

Our hearts go out to all who have been infected by COVID-19 and those whose lives have been disrupted by this pandemic. We are particularly concerned about the significant impacts this public health crisis is likely to have on our nation's child care and early learning programs, including educators, families, and children.

Blueprint for reopening Delaware Childcare safely

https://www.delawarestars.udel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Opening-Child-Care-Safely-1.pdf

Latest information from the Governor’s office

https://coronavirus.delaware.gov/child-care/phase-2/

DSCYF Resources

Additionally, all providers must have a written plan that addresses the child care program’s prevention and response to COVID-19. DSCYF has developed sample plan (COVID-19 Child Care Plan Template- Click here) that providers may utilize to satisfy this requirement. This plan includes the Phase 2 requirements developed by OCCL and the Division of Public Health and other practices recommended by public health officials.

Providers can create their own plan but it must include the Phase 2 requirements. The plan does not need to be submitted to OCCL but it must be kept on the premises of the facility or home and made available upon request.

Real Talk about the COVID-19 Vaccine

Did you know that early childhood providers are included with the K-12 educators to receive their vaccination? Have questions or concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine? Not sure it’s for you? Watch this video. Two Delaware physicians give straight answers to tough questions. Get real with Dr. Joan Coker, an ear, nose and throat specialist with 28 years’ experience, and Dr. Velma Scantlebury, America’s first African-American female transplant surgeon. Hosted by Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware.

Real Talk about COVID-19 Vaccine Recorded Video

Child care providers can apply for enhanced reimbursement from the state whether they are open or closed. Are you a child care provider and need to apply for enhanced reimbursement during the COVID-19 pandemic? Apply now.

Please reach out to Tina Shockley at tina.shockley@doe.k12.de.us for general questions about enhanced reimbursement. For questions specifically related to payment processing, please email enhanced.reimbursement@doe.k12.de.us