LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – The Lake County Child Care Planning Council, in partnership with First 5 Lake and First 5 California is now accepting applications for the 2014-2015 Steps to Quality Program for child care providers and early childhood educators.  

Steps to Quality offers generous stipends for completion of a year-long program designed to mentor child care providers, provide opportunities for professional growth, improve quality and reward those who are continuing their education.  

For more information on eligibility and requirements, and to access the pre-application, visit www.lakecountychildcareplanning.com or contact the Lake County Child Care Planning Council at 707-262-4162.