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BOCA is the leading voice in Rhode Island of a diverse and dynamic group of center and home child care owners, directors, decision makers, and educators who all advocate for a common cause in high quality early childhood education. We give members the opportunity to share, network, and firsthand access to legislation through our lobbyist. BOCA has become a vital voice in advocating political and professional leadership for educators and children.

News & Updates
Read below for important industry news and updates or follow us on Facebook.
Upcoming meetings (Jan – April 2021)
COVID Testing Program for Business
Minutes of the Monthly Meeting of the Business Owners in Childcare Association

History of BOCA
BOCA is a nonprofit professional association of business owners and operators of center based child care and early childhood education programs in Rhode Island. BOCA was established in 2011 by a concerned group of child care business owners who wanted to work together to advocate for early childhood teachers and programs in Rhode Island. The association works collaboratively with other associations towards the same goals and objectives in child care.
Join BOCA
BOCA is a positive support focused group where everyone's ideas and questions are meaningful. If you have a home daycare or a large center you will find a great group of supportive colleagues to inform and aid in your business needs. We work together for a better industry for all.

Membership Benefits
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Advocate for issues that impact child care businesses in Rhode Island
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Receive support
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Financial support
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Zoning Board approval tips
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Keep informed on the issues that impact your business
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Relevant guest speakers
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Network and learn from colleagues in the child care business
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Curriculum planning and implementation
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Building and construction support
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State Agency support
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Low annual dues
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Referral within our membership group for center registration
BOCA Board Members
President Joseph Tomchak
Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County
jtomchak@bgcnewport.org
Vice President Tracy Martin
Cadence-Education Inc
tracy.martin@cadence-education.com
Secretary Rebecca Compton
Dr. Day Care Learning Center
rcompton@drdaycare.com
Treasurer Amy Vogel
Dr. Day Care Learning Center
avogel@drdaycare.com
