Apply for Childcare Reimbursement

Washington State University (WSU) has developed a process to comply with the WSU/UAW Contract 21.2, offering eligible Academic Student Employees (ASEs) the opportunity to apply for childcare reimbursements through the ASE Childcare Reimbursement Program. This business process is managed by the Graduate School and is designed to support ASEs with caregiving expenses during their appointment periods. Applications may be submitted during three designated windows:

• January 1-31 (fall appointment period)
• May 16-June 15 (spring appointment period)
• August 16-September 15 (summer appointment period)

Reimbursement funds are limited and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until all funds are exhausted. Application through this process does not guarantee reimbursement.

Click here to learn more about the WSU Graduate School's application for Childcare Reimbursement

Washington State Childcare Resources

The Fair Start for Kids Act: A $1.1 billion investment to make childcare and early learning more affordable for Washington families by expanding access, capping copays, and providing resources to support childcare and early learning providers. The changes made under the Fair Start for Kids Act will help create an integrated childcare and early learning system in Washington State that is accessible, affordable, and in which providers and childcare workers can have the support they need to provide quality care.

Washington Connection: A fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for various services such as Food, Cash, Childcare, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Individuals aged 65 or older, blind or disabled, may also apply for medical assistance.

Additional Washington State Childcare Resources: This childcare subsidy program from the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families.

Farah & Farah Common Car Seat Mistakes: Parents often don’t realize they are using child car seats incorrectly. Mistakes can be as small as clipping the harness in the wrong spot or as big as using a seat that no longer meets safety standards. These mistakes are dangerous because they increase the risk of injury to the child in the event of a motor vehicle crash. Learn 20 common car seat mistakes, their dangers, and how to fix them.