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Your source for news and information from the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning. You will hear from Commissioner Amy M. Jacobs and special guests to give you an update on all things DECAL.
Podcasting since 2018 • 377 episodes
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Latest Episodes
Episode 3 - Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment for health benefits is a pivotal time for employees here at DECAL. During this annual window…this year October 20 to November 8…staff members can review, select, or update their health insurance and related coverage options to b...
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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30:04
Episode 2 - Every Amazing Story
It's Georgia Pre-K Week and we're talking with Coy Bowles, a Grammy award-winning guitarist for the Zac Brown Band and advocate for children’s education and creativity, and Malcolm Mitchell, former Georgia Bulldog, Super Bowl champion, and lite...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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32:28
Episode 1 - Georgia Pre-K Week
This week we’re excited to spotlight a very special occasion: the 15th annual Georgia’s Pre-K Week, taking place October 6th through 10th, 2025. For fifteen years, this tradition has united leaders and communities across Georgia to celebrate th...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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44:00
Episode 50 - Early Literacy Alignment Mini-Grants
This week we’re talking with the Georgia Foundation of Early Care and Learning about a new round of Early Literacy Alignment Mini-Grants. With up to $5,000 in funding, these grants bring public elementary schools and local child care programs t...
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Season 7
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Episode 50
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30:53
Episode 49 - Criminal Background Checks
This week we’re focusing on a topic that’s essential for the safety and well-being of our youngest learners, criminal background checks. Whether you are a parent, provider, or educator, understanding how DECAL conducts these checks is crucial t...
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Season 7
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Episode 49
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34:36