Prior to Taking Training
- Be sure you have a STARS ID. Need a STARS ID? Get one when you register in MERIT.
Get a STARS ID - Be sure you have your employment records current in MERIT - including roles.
- Be sure you add an end date to any employment you are no longer with.
Training Options
The following are available to complete the Electronic Attendance System training:
- Licensed providers: You likely have a DCYF Training account. If you have ever completed the required safe sleep training, this is where you accessed it.
- Create an account:
- Click “I am a new student and need a username and password.”
- You will need an email address and your STARS ID.
- Need a STARS ID? Get a STARS ID when you register in MERIT.
- DCYF Online Training Site Resources:
- Visit MERIT if you need help with the following:
- Creating a DCYF Training Account
- How to change your job role or program type in the DCYF training site
- How to troubleshoot login issues
- How to record completed training
- Visit MERIT if you need help with the following:
To register for an in-person session, go to The Imagine Institute website.
To request a workbook, fill out the Workbook Request form.
OR
Email ta@imaginewa.gov
OR
Call the Imagine Institute at 206-492-5249
To submit completed materials:
Email TA@imaginewa.gov
OR
Mail them to:
The Imagine Institute
16000 Christensen Rd., Ste. 201
Tukwila, WA 98188
KinderConnect Resources
KinderConnect is a web-based system that allows child care providers to view, edit, and submit attendance records to state agencies. KinderConnect is recommended for use on a laptop or desktop computer.
Find step-by-step and video resources below to support the use of the system.
- User Login: English | Spanish | Somali
- Add Operator Account: English | Spanish | Somali
- Child Search: English | Spanish | Somali
- Printing Provider Mobile Sign-In Sheet: English | Spanish | Somali
- Printing Sponsor Registration Form for KinderSmart: English | Spanish | Somali
- Submit Attendance: English | Spanish | Somali
- Correct Incomplete Attendance: English | Spanish | Somali
KinderSign Resources
KinderSign is a free app for use by parents or authorized persons to sign children in and out of care electronically on the child care provider's tablet or iPad.
Find step-by-step and video resources below to support parents' or authorized persons' use of the system.
- Provider Device Registration: English | Spanish | Somali
- Provider Login: English | Spanish | Somali
- Create Sponsor Pin and Secret Question: English | Spanish | Somali
- Checking Children In and Out: English | Spanish | Somali
- Provider Records and Absence: English | Spanish | Somali
- Messages: English | Spanish | Somali
KinderSmart Resources
KinderSmart is a free app for the parent or authorized person to sign children in and out of care electronically with their smartphone.
Find step-by-step and video resources below to support parents' or authorized persons' use of the system.
Technical Assistance Visit
You can receive Technical Assistance in the following ways:
- In Person
- Virtual Meeting
- Video-call Meeting
- Phone Meeting
To request Technical Assistance, fill out the EAS Technical Assistance Request form or call The Imagine Institute at 206-492-5249.
If you have further questions about Technical Assistance, please email electronic.attendance@dcyf.wa.gov.
