Learn about new laws that are causing significant changes in time-limited work rules for SNAP recipients and that impact recipients and increase workload for Minnesota's counties and Tribal Nations.
The federal shutdown has ended, and SNAP benefits are being processed and distributed on schedule. Learn more at https://dcyf.mn.gov/federal-shutdown
Parent Aware One-Star Rating Change
Parent Aware is Minnesota’s quality rating and improvement system for child care programs. Programs that participate in Parent Aware are recognized and rewarded for their commitment to quality.
What’s changing
Starting July 1, 2026, all child care programs that are licensed and in good standing will receive a One-Star Parent Aware Rating. This only impacts programs that are not Parent Aware Rated and programs that have a current One-Star Rating. If your program has a Two-Star Rating or higher, there is nothing you need to do.
Take the survey!
If your program is not Parent Aware Rated or has a One-Star Rating, we want to hear from you! Take our quick (less than five minute) survey to tell us if you plan to accept the One-Star Rating or opt out. Your answers will help us prepare for the change.