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WHY JOIN THE THRIVE NETWORK?

The Thrive Network provides free resources, professional development and peer connection for Oklahoma home child care providers and prospective providers. While you take care of working Oklahomans’ families, we take care of you, supplying the support and guidance you need to be successful. 

BENEFITS

  • National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) Membership

  • Free Telehealth and Teletherapy for you, your family and your assistants

  • Access to specialized trainings like the Pyramid Model Community of Practice 

  • Subscription to shared services

  • Subscription to Brightwheel (child management software) 

  • Monthly trainings tailored towards family child care home providers

Help Oklahoma Thrive - Support working parents and your community by becoming a child care provider today!

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YOUR
CHILD CARE
RESOURCE

Colette, Childcare Provider

“I am so grateful for the business coaching program and I hope it continues because it's been a lifesaver for me.”
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Thrive Network Consultants
(click on names to email)

North Central - Tracy Hinton

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North East Region - Ryan Sierra

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North West Region - Jesse Bailey

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OKC Region - Alexiss Turner or Toni Johnson

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South Central Region - Jessica Colungo

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South East Region - Jamie Ashley

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South West Region - Athena Jarvis

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Tulsa Region - Patricia Lee or Taylor Compton

UPCOMING EVENTS

For information on how to attend events, please contact your local Thrive Network Consultant

North Central Region

Topic: Becoming Miss Tizzy
Time: 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Date: December 6, 2025

North East Region

Topic: Lesson Planning  
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Date: December 13, 2025

North West Region

Topic: Make & Take
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Date: December 6, 2025

OKC Region

Topic: The Gift of Self-Care
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Date: December 6, 2025

South Central Region

Topic: Fostering Foundations
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Date: December 6, 2025

South East Region

Topic: Attachment Style
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Date: December 13, 2025

 South West Region

Topic: Tips on Managing Seasonal Illnesses, Allergies & Food Safety with Holiday Treats
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Date: December 13, 2025

Tulsa Region

Topic: Reflect, Renew, Celebrate – Self-Care as Excellence
Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Date: December 13, 2025

Spanish Providers Group

Topic: TBD
Contact: Keila Garcia kgarcia@okschoolreadiness.org
Date: October 4, 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

As a Thrive Network member you are also entitled to all resources available through the Oklahoma CCR&R network.

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JOIN THE THRIVE NETWORK

The Thrive Network only accepts applicants who operate or want to operate a home child care service 

in the state of Oklahoma.

Please select the choice that best describes you:
Please check the box if you're interested:
Please check all that apply to you:

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