Growing Stars Therapeutic Childcare Network

Empowering Hamilton County’s Early Childhood Providers with Tools to Support Every Child’s Emotional and Behavioral Growth

Funded through a grant from Ohio’s Department of Children and Youth, the Growing Stars Therapeutic Childcare Network is a collaborative initiative designed to help early childhood educators and childcare providers respond to the increasing social-emotional and behavioral challenges among young children.

What Growing Stars Offers

Training for Educators & Leaders

Learn key principles from the Resilient Children and Families Program (RCFP), including trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and family engagement. Training is available through:

In-person workshops
Online self-paced modules
Virtual communities of learners
Technical assistance for program leaders

Classroom Observation & Coaching

Receive hands-on, on-site support for teachers navigating challenging behaviors. Our coaching uses trauma-informed, two-generation practices to build confidence and capacity.

Screening & Resource Coordination

For children showing signs of emotional or behavioral health needs, we help providers identify concerns and connect families to the right services and supports.

Therapeutic Childcare Placement

Children ages 2½–5 who are struggling in typical childcare settings may be referred to therapeutic classrooms at CoStars Early Education sites in Madisonville and Westwood. Transportation assistance may be available based on need and location.