Events

This session will enhance provider capacity for having difficult conversations in an equitable, strengths-based and relationship-centered manner . Date: Tuesday May 13th Time: 11AM – 1PM Class will be held

Discover what process art truly means and how to inspire young minds to create and learn through creative expression. Date: Tuesday May 13th Time: 1:30PM – 3:30PM Class will be

We’ll explore opportunities to engage in nature in all types of weather, support providers with their health and wellness, recognize the intersectionality of families, and anchor our roots in nature

Understanding childhood trauma and the importance of the lasting impact on a child’s life, including their emotional well-being, mental health, and academic experiences at school. Date: Wednesday May 14th Time: 10AM – 12PM STARS Hours: 2 Class will be held online via zoom.   @Public

This training will provide an orientation on Principles of Child Development, Strengthening Families Protective Factors and the ASQ social emotional screening tools for child care providers as they prepare to on board and implement developmental screenings in partnership with parents. Dates: Wednesday May 14th Time: 1PM – 3PM Class will be held online via zoom.

We will examine the need for positive communication between parents and staff. Emphasis is placed on positive listening and speaking skills when interacting with parents in the child care environment. Date: Wednesday May 14th Time: 1PM – 3PM STARS Hours: 2 Class will be held online via zoom.   @Public

If you’re playing, you’re doing it right! Play is the way children learn. More than just a chance to have fun, play is serious business when it comes to a child’s health and development. From peek-a-boo to pat-a-cake and hide-and-seek to hopscotch, the many forms of play enrich a child’s brain, body and life in

This training explains how daily routines and rituals in early learning environments play a crucial role in preventing challenging behavior and create an optimal environment for learning and exploration. We will discuss a core collection of practical skills, strategies, and environmental considerations that support self-regulation and positive behavior management. Date: Thursday May 15th Time: 1PM

Calling all childcare workers and caregivers of children—this training is your gateway to becoming champions of compassion! In this session, you will discover how compassion positively impacts a child’s development. From enhancing cognitive abilities to fostering strong social connections, compassion is the key to unlocking their full potential. Together, we will explore how the nurturing