On May 11th, providers across the state showed our communities the important work we do, and asked our legislators to stand with us for more affordable licensing fees.

Providers delivered purple “Support Family Child Care” ribbons to senators and representatives, along with cards urging them to invest more in quality child care.

When Rep. Patti Fritz recognized National Provider Appreciation Day, the entire House stood and applauded us!

Across the state, providers put up signs on our homes, to let our parents and communities know about the day.

In St. Cloud, Mayor Kleis met with family child care providers Jan Stockinger, Jodi Schneider, Pam Koepp and Sandy Trossen.

In St. Joe, Mayor Carlbom met with providers Karen Budde, Stearns County Provider of the Year, Bonnie Budde and Cindy Hammerel, Benton County Provider of the Year.

In Sartell, Mayor O’Driscoll met with providers Cherilee Brockopp, Vicki Langston, Diane Kiley and Rachel Lolmasteymaugh.

In Rochester, Mayor Brede read a story to kids at Anna Telecky’s child care and issued a Proclamation for National Provider Appreciation Day.

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