This Month of the Military Child, we sat down with Francisco “Fran” Jamison, Child Care Aware® of America's Vice President of Military Programs and Executive Director of Respite Care of America, to learn more about how the military has impacted his life, how meaningful his CDA credential has been over the course of his career, and the importance of investing in military families and children.
Every November, Family Engagement Month is an opportunity to highlight the vital role families play in children’s learning, development, and well-being. For Community Child Care Solutions (CCCS), a Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) agency serving New Jersey, family engagement isn’t just a themed month, it’s a daily commitment.
Each November, Military Family Appreciation Month reminds us of the extraordinary commitment military families make and the support they need to thrive. At Child Care Aware® of America, we work to ensure every family has access to the child care resources and community connections that make stability possible, especially during the unique challenges of military life. By elevating stories like the one we’re sharing today, we highlight the real impact of a strong, coordinated national network of state and community organizations working together to help families find quality care, stay mission-ready, and feel supported every step of the way.
When it comes to supporting the early childhood community, Tonya Harden and her team at Partnerships in Child Care, part of Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana, embody what it means to be a full-service, community-driven CCR&R.
At Child Care Aware® of America’s 2025 Leadership Institute, one theme echoed through every conversation, plenary, and hallway exchange: we are CCR&R Strong and we are building a Foundation for the Future.
