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SUMMARY:Where Does the Money Come From?
DESCRIPTION:Join First Up\, PennAEYC and Trying Together for “Where Does the Money Come From? Understanding Funding Streams in the ECE System.” Participants will learn about the various funding sources that relate to early childhood programming and who benefits from each. \nParticipants will also discuss the overall scarcity of funds and learn strategies to advocate for the needs of early educators and the children and families they serve. The session will be presented in English with live Spanish interpretation\, and ECE professionals can receive 1.5 PQAS hours. \nWednesday\, February 4\, 2026\, at 1:00-2:30 p.m. Register here\nThursday\, February 5\, 2026\, at 6:30-8:00 p.m. Register here
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/where-does-the-money-come-from-2/2026-02-04/
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SUMMARY:Where Does the Money Come From?
DESCRIPTION:Join First Up\, PennAEYC and Trying Together for “Where Does the Money Come From? Understanding Funding Streams in the ECE System.” Participants will learn about the various funding sources that relate to early childhood programming and who benefits from each. \nParticipants will also discuss the overall scarcity of funds and learn strategies to advocate for the needs of early educators and the children and families they serve. The session will be presented in English with live Spanish interpretation\, and ECE professionals can receive 1.5 PQAS hours. \nWednesday\, February 4\, 2026\, at 1:00-2:30 p.m. Register here\nThursday\, February 5\, 2026\, at 6:30-8:00 p.m. Register here
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/where-does-the-money-come-from-2/2026-02-05/
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SUMMARY:FLIP IT: Transforming “Challenging” Behavior in Young Children
DESCRIPTION:FLIP IT® is a strategy that offers a simple\, kind\, strength-based\, commonsense\, and effective four step process to address children’s day to day challenging behaviors. \nThe four steps are embodied in the FLIP IT mnemonic which stands for F – Feelings\, L – Limits\, I – Inquiries\, and P – Prompts. FLIP IT is nothing new\, but transforms best practice into a strategy that is easy to remember\, applicable in a variety of challenging situations\, and portable. \nFLIP IT is most appropriate for children 3-8 years old. \nMore information: \n\nWhen: Thursday\, February 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.\nWhere: ZOOM\nCost: $20\nRegister
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/flip-it-transforming-challenging-behavior-in-young-children/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T193000
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SUMMARY:Supervision 101
DESCRIPTION:This session will give a foundational overview of supervision in licensed early childhood programs. Learning objectives will focus on the DHS Certification Regulations for child care in Pennsylvania. \nParticipants will be able to define supervision per the regulations. This session will also focus on ratio and discuss various scenarios for practical application. \nThis course is appropriate for both new early childhood professionals and those who might need a refresher on the vital importance of supervision. \nMore information \n\nWhen: Monday\, February 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.\nWhere: ZOOM\nCost: $10\nRegister
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/supervision-101-4/
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SUMMARY:Growing Together | Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships with Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for February is Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships with Caregivers\n \nParticipants can choose to attend any or all of the mini-sessions and registration is highly recommended. However\, participants can access any session using the Zoom link. \nClick here to register \n\nProfessional development sessions in the series include: \n\nMarch 18\, 2026: Utilizing Your ELRC Quality Coach: What is Their Role  and How Can They Support You?\nApril 15\, 2026 Aligning Curriculum With Daily Practice\nMay 20\, 2026: The ELPES (Early Learning Program Engagement Specialists) Team: Who Are They and How Can They Support Providers?\nJune 17\, 2026 Child Development: Expectations vs. Reality \nJuly 15\, 2026 Navigating Public Policy and Systems\n\nEach session runs from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/growing-together-monthly-mini-pd-for-educators-2026-02-18/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to ASQ-3
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to use the ASQ-3 as a screening tool for children ages 3 months to 5 years. \nThe session provides information on why a developmental screening tool is administered in early childhood programs\, how to administer and score the screener\, strategies for sharing results with families of diverse backgrounds\, and supporting resources for making referrals to additional services if needed. \nMore information: \n\nLocation: Trying Together Training Room\, 5604 Solway St.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\nCost: $30\nRegister
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-asq-3-16/
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SUMMARY:American Red Cross First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, CPR\, and AED Training
DESCRIPTION:Trying Together and ELRC Region 5 are partnering to provide in person and hybrid First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)\, and automated external defibrillator (AED) trainings to early childhood professionals. \nAbout the Course\nThis PQAS-certified in-person course provides life-saving skills in alliance with The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs. \nCertification will be issued upon successful completion of the course. This certification is valid for two years. \nThe cost is $70. \nPLEASE NOTE: Successful course completion requires full participation in classroom and skill sessions\, as well as successful performance in skill and knowledge evaluations. \nParticipants will be conducting strenuous activities\, such as performing CPR on the floor. If you have a medical condition or disability that will prevent you from taking part in the skills practice sessions\, please let your instructor know so that accommodations can be made for the practice portion. The CPR and AED evaluations must be completed with the manikin on the ground. \nInformation for Hybrid Sessions\nThe online coursework for hybrid sessions must be completed prior to the in-person class. Access to the online coursework will be provided via email upon completion of registration. Allow yourself 3-4 hours to complete. We advise completing the online coursework at least 48 hours prior to your in-person course. You will need to provide proof of completion by providing a copy of your completion email either printed or on your mobile device of class in order to participate in the in-person class portion of the training. \nSession Details\n\nTuesday\, Feb. 24 | Hybrid | 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nElizabeth Seton Center (Brookline)\, 1900 Pioneer Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nSaturday\, March 14 | Full Class | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nTrying Together\, 5604 Solway St.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nSaturday\, May 16 | Full Class | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nElizabeth Seton Center (Brookline)\, 1900 Pioneer Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nMonday\, June 1 | Hybrid | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.\nPitt CEC-Homewood\, 622 N. Homewood Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\nQuestions?\nFor questions about the sessions\, contact Amanda Murphy at amanda@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/american-red-cross-first-aid-pediatric-first-aid-cpr-and-aed-training-12-2026-02-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T130000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to ASQ:SE-2
DESCRIPTION:*Attendees should have already taken ASQ-3 PD prior to this ASQ-SE2 training. \nParticipants will learn how to use the ASQ-SE-2® as a social-emotional developmental screening tool for children ages 3 months to 5 years. \nLearn More\nThe session provides information on why a developmental screening tool is administered in early childhood programs\, how to administer and score the screener\, strategies for sharing results with families of diverse backgrounds\, and resources to support making referrals to additional services as needed. \nUpcoming sessions include: \nFriday\, Feb. 27 | 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.\n\nLocation: ZOOM\nCost: $20\nRegister\n\nWednesday\, May 27 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.\n\nLocation: ZOOM\nCost: $20\nRegister
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-asqse-2-2026-02-27/
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