Are you curious about how you can strengthen your classroom or program’s connection to food and nutrition? Farm to ECE: An Introduction is designed to support you in finding ways to make those connections. This training will offer a variety of ideas and practical ways to implement them, from taste tests to gardening to field
📅 Saturdays: April 18, May 2, May 16, May 30, & June 13, 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📚 Series: *All five sessions must be attended in order to receive credit* 📍 Zoom: Link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register. 👤 Presenter(s): Yisbely Torres 💲 Cost: Free ⭐ STARS Hours: 14
Presenters Tracy Collins Description This new film study focuses on “Families Embracing Anti-Bias Values”, a documentary about families intentionally parenting with an anti-bias lens. A pivotal question addressed is, “What kind of world do we want to create with our children?” The film looks at everyday experiences in homes, communities & schools; shows families advocating
Predictability and engaging transitions reduce challenging behavior! In this training, early learning professionals will reflect on their daily schedule and routines, and how those arrangements, as well as the transitions between them, can be planned to support children’s success. This interactive training focuses on Pyramid Model tools and approaches, including visual supports, teaching specific skills,
Rethinking Exclusion @ Exclusionary discipline practices—like suspension and expulsion—can have profound and lasting impacts on young children, families, and early learning communities. Together we will examine current trends and disproportionate impacts around exclusion in early childhood programs, understand the developmental and academic consequences of exclusion, and explore practical strategies to prevent exclusionary discipline. @public Instructor:
To be successful in your business, we need to establish a professional, businesslike relationship with the parents of the children in your programs. This means we need to take care of yourself, your staff and work seriously with parents of the children in your care as business clients, including friends and relatives. We will look
📅 Tuesday, May 12, 2026 ⏰ 6:15 PM – 8:15 PM 📍 Zoom: Link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register. 👤 Presenter(s): Tracy Collins 💲 Cost: $10.00 (+ WA State Sales Tax) ⭐ STARS Hours: 2 📖Description: This training focuses on the many aspects involved and occurring in transitions within preschool
*NEW VIRTUAL Caring Connections: Supporting Families Through Trauma @ Every family’s story holds both strength and struggle. This session explores how trauma can shape the experiences, behaviors, and interactions of families we serve — and how early learning professionals can respond with compassion, clarity, and care.Together we will:• Build understanding of what trauma may look
Virtual-WA Pyramid Model: Implementing Inclusive + Equitable Pyramid Model Practices: Modules 1 and 2 (Birth to 3) @ A year + worth of Stars hours! This is a VIRTUAL class taking place across multiple days and weeks. Before registering, please make sure you are available for all sessions. 6:30pm-8:30pm May 12th May14th May19th May 21st
VIRTUAL Emergency Preparedness in Childcare Programs @ This class is intended for FCC owners and Directors however Teachers can also benefit from the topic and find ways to support policies at their sites. This class is designed to equip childcare providers with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to effectively prepare for and respond to
📅 Tuesday, May 19, 2026 ⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Zoom: Link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register. 👤 Presenter(s): Yisbely Torres 💲 Cost: $10.00 (+ WA State Sales Tax) ⭐ STARS Hours: 2 📖Description: Strong relationships with families are at the heart of quality early childhood programs. This training
This training encourages early learning providers to use descriptive and positive feedback to support children’s understanding of behavior expectations. Providers and teachers will learn about how we communicate expectations, including limits, in a variety of ways, and ways to go beyond “good job” feedback to keep children on track! This training includes Pyramid Model approaches.
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