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 […]

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 […]

New Online format! Come find out how you can help children as they deal with the stress during these trying times! Children verbally and non-verbally express their reaction to stressors. This is particularly important when discussed during our current environmental climate. As educators, it is important to be aware of what stressors children experience, how […]

Death and loss is a part of life that affects young children. The emotional pain of a child who has lost a loved one makes it tempting to avoid the subject or to try to distract the child. When a loss is not addressed appropriately by adults it may leave the child feeling confused or […]

This online training says that : Stress is a fact of life, no matter your age. Some stress is good for us - it keeps us attentive, sharp, productive, and learning. But Toxic affects brain development and learning in young children, and can have long lasting effects. This session will help participants define stress. We'll […]

Stress is a fact of life, no matter your age. Some stress is good for us - it keeps us attentive, sharp, productive, and learning. But Toxic affects brain development and learning in young children, and can have long lasting effects. This session will help participants define stress. We'll look at the long term effects […]

Death and loss is a part of life that affects young children. The emotional pain of a child who has lost a loved one makes it tempting to avoid the subject or to try to distract the child. When a loss is not addressed appropriately by adults it may leave the child feeling confused or […]

Child Nutrition Virtual Summit Looking for training? Earn up to 20 Continuing Education Credits. In CACFP, Summer Food, Afterschool Meals: Sessions Include: ► Summit Welcome & Policy Update ► Healthy Eating from Head to Toe ► Feeding Infants: What, When, and How ► 10 Tips for Successful Taste Tests with Young Children ► CACFP and […]

No matter what our role is in child care, we share a common goal: to provide quality group care for infants and toddlers. But what does that look like? In this training, we will discuss evidence-based practices and policies that support the high-quality infant toddler care we strive to provide. As we discuss quality infant- […]

Working with young children is rewarding, but it also has its own set of challenges. Participants will learn ways to manage stress and rediscover the joys of providing care and teaching young children. Presenter: Ashley Reid , Technical Assistance Specialist Child Care Resource Center Cost; Free 2.0 DEDEE credit hrs. Please note: Participating in training […]

This training will allow the nurturer to focus on their well-being and the capacity they hold to take care of others. Read more Read less About this Event During this training participants will be able to reflect on strategies centered around mindfulness, how their interactions with the children they serve can be effected by their […]

Stress is a fact of life, no matter your age. Some stress is good for us - it keeps us attentive, sharp, productive, and learning. But Toxic affects brain development and learning in young children, and can have long lasting effects. This session will help participants define stress. We'll look at the long term effects […]

Through supportive relationships, infants and toddlers develop a sense of trust, learn how to interact with others, and how to eventually express empathy. Strong, nurturing relationships are key to healthy development for infants and toddlers. This professional development event will explore social emotional development within the context of relationships. Participants will learn how the process […]

Resilience means the ability to recover from difficult life experiences. Resilient parents and caregivers have empathy for themselves and others and can keep a positive attitude, solve problems creatively and take life’s events in stride. This training will help participants define and recognize signs of parental resilience, identify actions that can help build the resilience […]