Department of Early Education and Care

Web Site:

www.mass.gov/eec

Organization Chart

Mission:

The Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care provides the foundation that supports all children in their development as lifelong learners and contributing members of the community and supports families in their essential work as parents and caregivers.

Governing Laws:

Statutes

MGL C. 15D S. 1-17	Purpose and policies

Regulations

102 CMR 1-5	Standards for the Licensure
102 CMR 12	Dependent Care and Assistance Program
606 CMR 10	Subsidized Child Care
606 CMR 14	Background Record Checks
606 CMR 7	Standards of Licensure

 

Reports:

• Tips on Choosing Child Care (English)
  


• Higher Education Report
  


• Dual Language Education Policy and Guidelines
  


• Core Competencies for Early Education and Care and Out of School Time Educators
  


• Vision for the Early Childhoold Information System: The Massachusetts Early Childhood Information System (ECIS)
  


• Massachusetts Professional Development System Study: Year One Final Report.
  


• Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) State Plan.
  


• FY12 EEC Legislative Report Executive Summary.
  


• Institutions of Higher Education (IHE) Mapping Project.
  


• Cost of Quality Childcare Survey Analysis