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A Look Ahead: IntelliKids.ai and What to Expect in 2025

2 days ago

A Look Ahead: IntelliKids.ai and What to Expect in 2025

As we wrap up a busy and successful year in the childcare industry, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our achievements, assess...

Nurturing Resilience in Child Care: Strategies to Support Emotional Well-Being

Karen Titolo

Dec 12

IKS Academy

Nurturing Resilience in Child Care: Strategies to Support Emotional Well-Being

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and reflection. For young children, it can also bring disruptions to routines,...

Holiday Inclusion: How to Honor Diverse Traditions in Your Child Care Center

Karen Titolo

Dec 5

IKS Academy

Holiday Inclusion: How to Honor Diverse Traditions in Your Child Care Center

The holiday season is a magical time filled with joy, but it can also be a time of learning and connection. In a world rich with diverse...

Creating a Joyful Holiday Season in Child Care: Simple Ways to Celebrate with Families and Staff

Karen Titolo

Nov 27

IKS Academy

Creating a Joyful Holiday Season in Child Care: Simple Ways to Celebrate with Families and Staff

The holidays are a time of wonder, connection, and celebration—a perfect opportunity to bring families, children, and staff together in...

Mastering Staffing Challenges in Early Childcare: Top Tips from Aleta Mechtel

Karen Titolo

Nov 21

IKS Academy

Mastering Staffing Challenges in Early Childcare: Top Tips from Aleta Mechtel

In the world of early childcare, staffing challenges can feel like an uphill battle. With so much movement in this field, finding,...

Using Holiday Kindness to Boost Enrollment and Build Community

Karen Titolo

Nov 14

IKS Academy

Using Holiday Kindness to Boost Enrollment and Build Community

When’s the last time you thought about enrollment? It’s always in season! And with the holidays approaching, you have the perfect chance...

Positive Guidance: Building Social Skills and Thankfulness in Young Children

Karen Titolo

Nov 7

IKS Academy

Positive Guidance: Building Social Skills and Thankfulness in Young Children

Positive guidance is a powerful approach that helps children build essential life skills like self-control, self-esteem, and the ability...

Key Takeaways from Our “Profit is NOT a Bad Word” Webinar with Chelsea Reue

Karen Titolo

Oct 24

IKS Academy

Key Takeaways from Our “Profit is NOT a Bad Word” Webinar with Chelsea Reue

Running a successful childcare center is about more than providing quality care—it's also about running a sustainable business. One of...

Empowering Teachers Through Positive Guidance: An Administrator’s Perspective on Supporting Early Childhood Educators

Karen Titolo

Oct 17

IKS Academy

Empowering Teachers Through Positive Guidance: An Administrator’s Perspective on Supporting Early Childhood Educators

In early childhood education, where young minds are rapidly growing and learning, positive guidance is key to fostering a supportive and...

Maximizing Fall for Your Childcare Center: 5 Ways to Boost Engagement and Keep Enrollment Steady

Karen Titolo

Oct 11

IKS Academy

Maximizing Fall for Your Childcare Center: 5 Ways to Boost Engagement and Keep Enrollment Steady

Fall is a transitional season, both in nature and within childcare centers. As we welcome cooler weather and shorter days, it's the...

Learning to Say “No” in Childcare: Finding Balance Without Burnout

Karen Titolo

Oct 4

IKS Academy

Learning to Say “No” in Childcare: Finding Balance Without Burnout

In the world of child care, professionals often find themselves in the role of caregivers not just to children but to parents, staff, and...

Cultivating Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood: Why It’s Essential and How to Start

Karen Titolo

Sep 26

IKS Academy

Cultivating Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood: Why It’s Essential and How to Start

As educators and parents, we often focus on academic milestones, but emotional intelligence (EQ) is equally important for children’s...

Enhancing Preschool Safety with Christina Villa and PB&J TV

Karen Titolo

Sep 19

IKS Academy

Enhancing Preschool Safety with Christina Villa and PB&J TV

In today’s world, ensuring a safe and secure environment for young children is at the top of every preschool’s priority list. That’s why...

The Joys of Being an Early Childhood Education Administrator

Karen Titolo

Sep 12

IKS Academy

The Joys of Being an Early Childhood Education Administrator

Working as an administrator in Early Childhood Education (ECE) is more than just a job—it’s a deeply rewarding experience filled with...

Back to School: How Are We Feeling After a Few Weeks? What's Next?

Karen Titolo

Sep 5

IKS Academy

Back to School: How Are We Feeling After a Few Weeks? What's Next?

The initial chaos of back-to-school season has started to settle, and with a few weeks under our belts, it’s a good time to reflect. How...

Did the Pandemic Ruin Childcare? A Look at the Lasting Impact on the Industry

Karen Titolo

Aug 29

IKS Academy

Did the Pandemic Ruin Childcare? A Look at the Lasting Impact on the Industry

The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching effects across various sectors, and childcare is no exception. A question that has been...

Maximizing Enrollment with IntelliKid Systems and Procare Solutions

Karen Titolo

Aug 22

IKS Academy

Maximizing Enrollment with IntelliKid Systems and Procare Solutions

Our recent webinar, “Enrollment in Action: The Powerful Combination of IntelliKid Systems + Procare” brought together childcare...

Protecting Your Peace: Navigating Overwhelm in Childcare Leadership with Sara Schreiner

Karen Titolo

Aug 15

IKS Academy

Protecting Your Peace: Navigating Overwhelm in Childcare Leadership with Sara Schreiner

At IntelliKid Systems Academy, we understand the unique challenges that come with leading a childcare center, especially during the...

Managing Transitions: Helping Children Adapt

Karen Titolo

Aug 8

IKS Academy

Managing Transitions: Helping Children Adapt

Hello, wonderful child care administrators! As we gear up for a fresh, exciting school year, it's time to focus on helping our little...

Boost Enrollment and Back-to-School Excitement with These Creative Ideas!

Kaia Gallop

Aug 1

IKS Academy

Boost Enrollment and Back-to-School Excitement with These Creative Ideas!

As we gear up for the back-to-school season, it's the perfect time to ramp up your child care center's enrollment efforts. Here are some...

Smart Funding - How CACFP Can Feed Kids and Fuel Your Budget

Karen Titolo

Jul 25

IKS Academy

Smart Funding - How CACFP Can Feed Kids and Fuel Your Budget

"Smart Funding: How CACFP Can Feed Kids and Fuel Your Budget," hosted by IntelliKid Systems Academy with Cindy Vian. What is CACFP? The...

The Power of Play: Transforming Your Childcare Center with Creative Play Spaces

Karen Titolo

Jul 18

IKS Academy

The Power of Play: Transforming Your Childcare Center with Creative Play Spaces

As childcare administrators, we are always looking for ways to enhance the learning environment and provide children with opportunities...

Essential Summer Professional Development for Childcare Staff: Preparing for the New School Year

Karen Titolo

Jul 11

IKS Academy

Essential Summer Professional Development for Childcare Staff: Preparing for the New School Year

Hello, dedicated childcare administrators! As the summer sun shines brightly, it's the perfect time to focus on professional development...

From "Just a Pulse" to Passion: Unlock the Buy-In of the ECE Workforce with Dr. Teri DeLucca and Dr. Brittany Hewett

Karen Titolo

Jul 8

IKS Academy

From "Just a Pulse" to Passion: Unlock the Buy-In of the ECE Workforce with Dr. Teri DeLucca and Dr. Brittany Hewett

In the field of Early Childhood Education (ECE), the challenge of fostering commitment and enthusiasm among teachers is ever-present. The...