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Lesson Planning for Preschool With Foundations: Do you align you lesson plans with Foundations? Are you intentional in planning activities? Do you need help connecting the goals and indicators to […]
Getting Familiar With Foundations This course is designed for anyone who wants to increase or refresh their knowledge of the North Carolina Foundations for Learning and Development. Have you already […]
Do you struggle getting children to focus and pay attention? This learning event will provide insight how children with ADHD may struggle and feel. We will also discuss the history […]
BSAC (Basic School Age Care) is a 5 hour introductory level training event for school age care professionals that are new to the field. The training includes the following modules: 1) Health, Safety & Nutrition, 2) Environmental Design, 3) Child/Youth Development, 4) Developmentally Appropriate Activities, 5) Guiding Child Behavior, and 6) Quality School Age Care. […]
MMCI is a research-based group coaching experience, which improves teacher scores in all CLASS domains, fosters a positive relationship between teachers and their coaches, and helps teachers feel more connected to and supported by their colleagues. MMCI promotes a strength-based approach by encouraging teachers to increase the depth, duration, and frequency of existing effective interactions. […]
The Pyramid Model developed by the Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL) provides a framework for preschool teachers to support the social-emotional development of young children. In this module we’ll explore attitudes about challenging behaviors and the range of factors that influence a child’s behavior, define the relationship between social […]
Ever wonder what's the most important thing we should be teaching in preschool? While teaching shapes, colors, 1:1 counting skills, and alphabet and numeral recognition/formation is at the top of most teacher's lists, research shows that teaching children social emotional should be the focus of every curriculum plan. Instead of telling children what not to […]
It starts with crying, cooing, and babbling, and then you finally hear it, their first words! Sharing those language milestone moments can be some of our best experiences as infant and toddler teachers. During this workshop you will learn more about the development of language and communication for children birth to three; the research that […]
Learn key concepts of playground safety, test for hazards and identify general maintenance Requirements Presenter: Shanda Cox, Child Care Resource and Referral Coordinator Cost: $10.00 4.0 DCDEE Contact Hours Deadline to register: 4/10/20 Sessions offered in counties other than Forsyth County may have different registration requirements. Please read training summaries and follow registration guidelines for […]
Everything in a baby’s world happens in steps and stages. It is important to appreciate each stage as it occurs and provide the support and guidance needed to allow a successful journey through each one. This training will offer suggestions of what types of materials support learning at the different stages. You will gain insight […]
This training will provide participants with an introduction to Foundations, NC’s new Early Learning and Development expectations, how they are structured, and how to implement them in an early childhood setting. Participants will construct the knowledge base necessary to use these in supporting children in their learning and development by embedding the expectations in daily […]
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification and First Aid Certification are required certifications for every family child care provider and recommended for most child care center staff. After completing this session, participants should be able to conduct both CPR and First Aid techniques on infants, children and adults Seating is limited Presenter; LaVonya Washington / Donna Bell Cost; […]
Through supportive relationships, infants and toddlers develop a sense of trust, how to interact with others and eventually how to express empathy. Strong, nurturing relationships are key to healthy development for infants and toddlers. This professional develpment event will explore socail emotional development within the context of relationships. Participants will learn how providing responsive care […]
Researchers have recently discovered a dangerous biological syndrome caused by abuse and neglect during childhood. As the new documentary Resilience reveals, toxic stress can trigger hormones that wreak havoc on the brains and bodies of children, putting them at a greater risk for disease, homelessness, prison time, and early death. While the broader impacts of […]
MMCI is a research-based group coaching experience, which improves teacher scores in all CLASS domains, fosters a positive relationship between teachers and their coaches, and helps teachers feel more connected to and supported by their colleagues. MMCI promotes a strength-based approach by encouraging teachers to increase the depth, duration, and frequency of existing effective interactions. […]
Playing isn’t just about having fun – it’s also about learning! Children learn best when they have the opportunity to explore, discover, and play. Join us as we take a comprehensive look at the cognitive, physical, and social-emotional value of play. Presenter: Ashley Reid, Techincal Assistance Specialist Registration Deadline May 12th @ 12pm 2 DCDEE […]
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification and First Aid Certification are required certifications for every family child care provider and recommended for most child care center staff. After completing this session, participants should be able to conduct both CPR and First Aid techniques on infants, children and adults Seating is limited Presenter; LaVonya Washington / Donna Bell Cost; […]
BSAC (Basic School Age Care) is a 5 hour introductory level training event for school age care professionals that are new to the field. The training includes the following modules: 1) Health, Safety & Nutrition, 2) Environmental Design, 3) Child/Youth Development, 4) Developmentally Appropriate Activities, 5) Guiding Child Behavior, and 6) Quality School Age Care. […]
•CHASE: Children’s Health & Safety Essentials .5 CEU/5 CHCs –Reg. $30, Now $12 •YaketyYak: These Kids Talk Back .5 CEU/5 CHCs –Reg. $30,Now $12 •Anger & Aggression in Young Children .5 CEU/5 CHCs –Reg. $30, Now $12 •Pick Your Personality: Effective Interactions with Coworkers .3 CEU/3 CHCs –Reg. $20, Now $8 •ADHD & the Developing […]
Professional Learning Communities (PLC) process is defined by DHHS as “the concept or model of an ongoing process in which educators commit to working collaboratively to achieve better learning opportunities for the children they teach. DPI states, “The term professional learning community has become quite commonplace in education circles. The term describes a collegial group […]
Early Childhood Summer Specials: June 1 – Aug 31, 2020, Prices Slashed!! BSAC Reg. $40, now $25 Rest Time Reluctance Reg. $15, now $8 The Power of Redirection Reg. $15, now $8 Turn Time Out Into Time In Reg. $15, now $8 Register At- Http://www.swcdcinc.org Use CCRR code: CCRR10 Questions? Contact Karen Darby at […]
MMCI is a research-based group coaching experience, which improves teacher scores in all CLASS domains, fosters a positive relationship between teachers and their coaches, and helps teachers feel more connected to and supported by their colleagues. MMCI promotes a strength-based approach by encouraging teachers to increase the depth, duration, and frequency of existing effective interactions. […]
Calling all STEM Superheroes! Does the thought of creating high quality STEM activities overwhelm you? Do you wish you had STEM superpowers? The goal of this learning event is to introduce afterschool providers to practical strategies for developing powerful STEM programs. Participants will define STEM in their own words and describe STEM barriers. Participants will […]
We will explore self-care, signs of stress, protective and self-care strategies, and how the global pandemic has affected, and continues to impact, our children, families, and workforce. In this webinar, SSFC mobilizes for community support with the understanding that physical distancing can be highly stressful for families and the workforce. We’re here to remind attendees […]
The Natural Learning Initiative is happy to announce the upcoming webinar in partnership with Be Active Kids and NCDHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education. This webinar will explore how to help childcare providers feel secure taking children outdoors by applying: Classroom group structure protocols. Evidence-based sanitation routines. Active play and learning programming. Space […]