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SUMMARY:Working Together Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Start Strong PA and Pre-K for PA will host a Working Together Webinar on Wednesday\, May 20 in which Trying Together will participate. \nLearn More\nThe webinar will focus on advocating for early learning in the 2026-2027 Pennsylvania state budget\, state legislation updates\, a federal advocacy update\, and opportunities for child care. \nThe event will begin at 10 a.m. on Zoom. After registering\, participants will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nSpeakers will include Pre-K for PA and Start Strong PA partners – such as Trying Together\, Champions for Early Education\, Pennsylvania Association for the Education of Young Children\, Pennsylvania Child Care Association\, Pennsylvania Head Start Association\, and provider advisory board members \nRegister now for the webinar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/working-together-webinar-11/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Buds\, Blossoms\, and Belonging: Nature-Based Learning in Early Childhood
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the Week of the Young Child\, Walden University will host a webinar that is designed to help educators bring meaningful\, nature-based learning to early childhood settings. \nLearn More\n“Buds\, Blossoms\, and Belonging: Nature-Based Learning in Early Childhood” will be presented by Monica Wiedel-Lubinski\, who will share simple\, inclusive strategies in the classroom\, on a playground\, or in an urban environment. \nParticipants will gain research-informed strategies\, real-world examples\, and practical tools that support children’s curiosity\, social-emotional growth\, and sense of belonging. The session offers inspiration and actionable ideas that can be implemented immediately. \nThe webinar will begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday\, April 15. Registration is open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/buds-blossoms-and-belonging-nature-based-learning-in-early-childhood/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Parenting While Black: A Family-to-Family Real Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will celebrate Black History Month with a free\, four-part virtual conversation series by\, for\, and among Black parents. \nThis year\, the focus will be on Raising Black Children in the Digital Age: Culture\, Technology\, and Liberation. \nLearn More\nThrough a lens that centers on Black children’s experiences and futures\, the series will look at how parents\, educators\, and communities navigate the challenges and opportunities of our increasingly digital world while affirming Black children’s humanity\, agency\, and cultural heritage. \nThe conversations\, which each run an hour\, will be held on the following Mondays – February 2\, 9\, and 23\, and March 2 at 3 p.m. ET. \nThe series is designed to create an authentic and welcoming space for Black parents to share experiences and insights and build community. The webinars are moderated by Kimya Barden\, PhD\, a parenting scholar\, co-creator of The Speaker Shop\, and professor of Urban Community Studies at Northeastern Illinois University-Chicago \nEach webinar includes live Spanish-language translation and captioning. Those interested in attending the webinars can sign up online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-black-a-family-to-family-real-talk-series/2026-03-02/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
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SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\n\nJanuary 14: Communication and the Growing Brain \n\n\nJanuary 28: The Vocabulary of Emotions \n\n\nFebruary 11: Embedding Language and Literacy Throughout the Day \n\n\nFebruary 25: Getting Creative with Writing Development  \n\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-early-language-and-literacy-webinars-2/2026-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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CREATED:20251210T182305Z
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UID:10012453-1772024400-1772028000@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 14: Communication and the Growing Brain\nJanuary 28: The Vocabulary of Emotions\nFebruary 11: Embedding Language and Literacy Throughout the Day – registration coming soon\nFebruary 25: Getting Creative with Writing Development – registration coming soon\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-early-language-and-literacy-webinars/2026-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Parenting While Black: A Family-to-Family Real Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will celebrate Black History Month with a free\, four-part virtual conversation series by\, for\, and among Black parents. \nThis year\, the focus will be on Raising Black Children in the Digital Age: Culture\, Technology\, and Liberation. \nLearn More\nThrough a lens that centers on Black children’s experiences and futures\, the series will look at how parents\, educators\, and communities navigate the challenges and opportunities of our increasingly digital world while affirming Black children’s humanity\, agency\, and cultural heritage. \nThe conversations\, which each run an hour\, will be held on the following Mondays – February 2\, 9\, and 23\, and March 2 at 3 p.m. ET. \nThe series is designed to create an authentic and welcoming space for Black parents to share experiences and insights and build community. The webinars are moderated by Kimya Barden\, PhD\, a parenting scholar\, co-creator of The Speaker Shop\, and professor of Urban Community Studies at Northeastern Illinois University-Chicago \nEach webinar includes live Spanish-language translation and captioning. Those interested in attending the webinars can sign up online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-black-a-family-to-family-real-talk-series/2026-02-23/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 14: Communication and the Growing Brain\nJanuary 28: The Vocabulary of Emotions\nFebruary 11: Embedding Language and Literacy Throughout the Day – registration coming soon\nFebruary 25: Getting Creative with Writing Development – registration coming soon\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-early-language-and-literacy-webinars/2026-02-21/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T140000
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SUMMARY:Working Together Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a special webinar focusing on: \n\nadvocating for early learning in the 2026-27 state budget\nstate legislation updates\nfederal advocacy update and opportunities for child care\n\nAcompáñanos en un webinar especial sobre los siguientes temas: \n\nabogando por el aprendizaje temprano en el presupuesto estatal para el 2026-27\nactualizaciones de la legislación estatale\nactualización de la defensa federal y oportunidades para el cuidado infantil\n\n\nDetails\nWhen: Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026 1:00 PM\nWhere: Register in advance for this Zoom webinar\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nCuándo: martes 17 de febrero de 2026 a las 1:00 p.m.\nDónde: se requiere registro previo para este webinar por Zoom.\nLuego de registrarte\, recibirás un correo electrónico de confirmación con información para unirte al webinar. \n\nSpeakers will include Pre-K for PA and Start Strong PA PartnersEntre los disertantes\, se incluirán miembros de Pre-K for PA y Start Strong PA:First Up: Champions for Early EducationPennsylvania Association for the Education of Young ChildrenPennsylvania Child Care Association Pennsylvania Head Start AssociationTrying TogetherProvider Advisory Board Members \n\nLearn how we can continue to work together in 2026 and 2027 to strengthen Pennsylvania’s early learning system for teachers and programs and grow access to more eligible families!Conoce cómo podemos seguir trabajando juntos durante el 2026 y 2027 para fortalecer el sistema de aprendizaje temprano de Pensilvania en cuanto a los maestros y programas\, y facilitar el acceso a más familias elegibles.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/working-together-webinar-10/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T130000
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SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\n\nJanuary 14: Communication and the Growing Brain \n\n\nJanuary 28: The Vocabulary of Emotions \n\n\nFebruary 11: Embedding Language and Literacy Throughout the Day \n\n\nFebruary 25: Getting Creative with Writing Development  \n\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-early-language-and-literacy-webinars-2/2026-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T130000
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CREATED:20251210T182305Z
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SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 14: Communication and the Growing Brain\nJanuary 28: The Vocabulary of Emotions\nFebruary 11: Embedding Language and Literacy Throughout the Day – registration coming soon\nFebruary 25: Getting Creative with Writing Development – registration coming soon\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-early-language-and-literacy-webinars/2026-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T150000
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SUMMARY:Parenting While Black: A Family-to-Family Real Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will celebrate Black History Month with a free\, four-part virtual conversation series by\, for\, and among Black parents. \nThis year\, the focus will be on Raising Black Children in the Digital Age: Culture\, Technology\, and Liberation. \nLearn More\nThrough a lens that centers on Black children’s experiences and futures\, the series will look at how parents\, educators\, and communities navigate the challenges and opportunities of our increasingly digital world while affirming Black children’s humanity\, agency\, and cultural heritage. \nThe conversations\, which each run an hour\, will be held on the following Mondays – February 2\, 9\, and 23\, and March 2 at 3 p.m. ET. \nThe series is designed to create an authentic and welcoming space for Black parents to share experiences and insights and build community. The webinars are moderated by Kimya Barden\, PhD\, a parenting scholar\, co-creator of The Speaker Shop\, and professor of Urban Community Studies at Northeastern Illinois University-Chicago \nEach webinar includes live Spanish-language translation and captioning. Those interested in attending the webinars can sign up online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-black-a-family-to-family-real-talk-series/2026-02-09/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T160000
DTSTAMP:20251217T173858Z
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SUMMARY:Parenting While Black: A Family-to-Family Real Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will celebrate Black History Month with a free\, four-part virtual conversation series by\, for\, and among Black parents. \nThis year\, the focus will be on Raising Black Children in the Digital Age: Culture\, Technology\, and Liberation. \nLearn More\nThrough a lens that centers on Black children’s experiences and futures\, the series will look at how parents\, educators\, and communities navigate the challenges and opportunities of our increasingly digital world while affirming Black children’s humanity\, agency\, and cultural heritage. \nThe conversations\, which each run an hour\, will be held on the following Mondays – February 2\, 9\, and 23\, and March 2 at 3 p.m. ET. \nThe series is designed to create an authentic and welcoming space for Black parents to share experiences and insights and build community. The webinars are moderated by Kimya Barden\, PhD\, a parenting scholar\, co-creator of The Speaker Shop\, and professor of Urban Community Studies at Northeastern Illinois University-Chicago \nEach webinar includes live Spanish-language translation and captioning. Those interested in attending the webinars can sign up online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-black-a-family-to-family-real-talk-series/2026-02-02/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T140000
DTSTAMP:20251222T210507Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T210507Z
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SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\n\nJanuary 14: Communication and the Growing Brain \n\n\nJanuary 28: The Vocabulary of Emotions \n\n\nFebruary 11: Embedding Language and Literacy Throughout the Day \n\n\nFebruary 25: Getting Creative with Writing Development  \n\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-early-language-and-literacy-webinars-2/2026-01-28/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T140000
DTSTAMP:20251218T185023Z
CREATED:20251210T182305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T185023Z
UID:10012450-1769605200-1769608800@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 14: Communication and the Growing Brain\nJanuary 28: The Vocabulary of Emotions\nFebruary 11: Embedding Language and Literacy Throughout the Day – registration coming soon\nFebruary 25: Getting Creative with Writing Development – registration coming soon\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-early-language-and-literacy-webinars/2026-01-28/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T140000
DTSTAMP:20251222T210507Z
CREATED:20251222T210507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T210507Z
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SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\n\nJanuary 14: Communication and the Growing Brain \n\n\nJanuary 28: The Vocabulary of Emotions \n\n\nFebruary 11: Embedding Language and Literacy Throughout the Day \n\n\nFebruary 25: Getting Creative with Writing Development  \n\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-early-language-and-literacy-webinars-2/2026-01-14/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260107T210214Z
CREATED:20260107T210214Z
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SUMMARY:Federal and State Employer Child Care Contribution Tax Credit Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:PennAEYC will host a webinar on Tuesday\, January 13 that will feature experts from Civitas Strategies\, who will provide information on the federal and the new Pennsylvania Employer Child Care Contribution Tax Credit Program. \nLearn More \nThe webinar\, which will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.\, will discuss how child care programs can – as a business – receive the tax credit. \nThose interested in attending can register online. After registering\, they will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/federal-and-state-employer-child-care-contribution-tax-credit-program-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T160000
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CREATED:20250814T200929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T200929Z
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SUMMARY:Parenting While Rising to Child Developmental Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will host a series from September through December that enables caregivers of children with differences in or challenges to their development to connect with each other. \nLearn More\nThe free\, four-episode virtual conversation series will feature conversations with parents of children with developmental differences\, challenges\, or disabilities. It will explore the unique and common experiences of loving and raising children whose developmental process is delayed or atypical. \nDiscussion will cover the joys and challenges of family life with children with a wide array of ways of being in the world. Participants will learn from each other how to best support and advocate for children. \nThe virtual series will take place from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the following Mondays: \n\nSept. 29 (Presuming Competence and Challenging Assumptions)\nOct. 20 (Holding On to Hope and Confronting Grief)\nNov. 17 (A Mother’s Perseverance Against All Odds)\nDec. 15 (Drawing on Family and Cultural Strengths to Thrive in Life\n\nFor more information\, visit the series’ website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-rising-to-child-developmental-challenges/2025-12-15/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T150000
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SUMMARY:Parenting While Rising to Child Developmental Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will host a series from September through December that enables caregivers of children with differences in or challenges to their development to connect with each other. \nLearn More\nThe free\, four-episode virtual conversation series will feature conversations with parents of children with developmental differences\, challenges\, or disabilities. It will explore the unique and common experiences of loving and raising children whose developmental process is delayed or atypical. \nDiscussion will cover the joys and challenges of family life with children with a wide array of ways of being in the world. Participants will learn from each other how to best support and advocate for children. \nThe virtual series will take place from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the following Mondays: \n\nSept. 29 (Presuming Competence and Challenging Assumptions)\nOct. 20 (Holding On to Hope and Confronting Grief)\nNov. 17 (A Mother’s Perseverance Against All Odds)\nDec. 15 (Drawing on Family and Cultural Strengths to Thrive in Life\n\nFor more information\, visit the series’ website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-rising-to-child-developmental-challenges/2025-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T140000
DTSTAMP:20251003T140923Z
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SUMMARY:Working Together Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Available in English and en Español!\nPlease join us for a special webinar focusing on: \n\nstate budget update\nadvocating for early learning\n2025 Market Rate Survey\nfederal advocacy update and opportunities\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, November 5\, 2025 1:00 p.m.\nWhere: Register in advance for this Zoom webinar. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nLearn how we can continue to work together in 2025 and 2026 to strengthen Pennsylvania’s early learning system for teachers and programs and grow access to more eligible families! \n\nAcompáñanos en un webinar especial sobre los siguientes temas: \n\nactualización del presupuesto estatal\ndefender el aprendizaje temprano\n2025 Encuesta de Tarifas de Mercado\nactualización de la defensa federal y oportunidades\n\nCuándo: miércoles 5 de noviembre de 2025 a las 1:00 p.m.\nDónde: se requiere registro previo para este webinar por Zoom.\nLuego de registrarte\, recibirás un correo electrónico de confirmación con información para unirte al webinar. \nConoce cómo podemos seguir trabajando juntos durante el 2025 y 2026 para fortalecer el sistema de aprendizaje temprano de Pensilvania en cuanto a los maestros y programas\, y facilitar el acceso a más familias elegibles. \n\nSpeakers will include Pre-K for PA\, Start Strong PA Partners and the Provider Advisory Board:\nEntre los disertantes\, se incluirán miembros de Pre-K for PA y Start Strong PA y el Consejo Asesor de Proveedores: \nFirst Up: Champions for Early Education\nPennsylvania Association for the Education of Young Children\nPennsylvania Child Care Association\nPennsylvania Head Start Association\nTrying Together\nProvider Advisory Board Members
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/working-together-webinar-9/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T203000
DTSTAMP:20251028T181535Z
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SUMMARY:Preparing for College Success: Supporting Mental Health and Executive Functioning
DESCRIPTION:The Child Mind Institute will host an upcoming free webinar on how to support mental health for students as they begin college. \nLearn More\nPreparing for College Success: Mental Health\, Independence and Executive Functioning Skills will discuss how the transition from high school to college can be both exciting and overwhelming\, especially for students with mental health or learning challenges. \nAs teens become more independent\, they also face new academic pressures\, social changes\, and the responsibility of managing their own schedules\, support systems\, and well-being. \nThe Child Mind Institute’s webinar is intended for caregivers\, educators\, and students. It will run from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Monday\, November 3. \nAttendees will hear tips for teens and families on how to: \n\nNavigate the shift to college life\nIdentify key mental health and academic supports\nUnderstand executive functioning challenges\nBuild strategies for stress management\, routines\, and self-care
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/preparing-for-college-success-supporting-mental-health-and-executive-functioning/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T150000
DTSTAMP:20250908T142955Z
CREATED:20250908T142918Z
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SUMMARY:Three Ways to Build Your State's IECMH Funding Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Zero to Three and the Children’s Funding Project are offering a series of three 90-minute webinars to answer questions about public financing for infant and early childhood mental health (IECMH). \nLearn More\nThe series\, titled “Three Ways to Build Your State’s IECMH Funding\,” will include three sessions: \n\nInfant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Fiscal Mapping: Tuesday\, Sept. 9 at 1 p.m.\nUnderstanding True Costs of IECMH Programs and Services: Tuesday\, Sept. 30 at 1 p.m.\nFilling the Gap: Tax Revenue Building: Tuesday\, Oct. 21 at 1 p.m.\n\nRegistration is open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/three-ways-to-build-your-states-iecmh-funding-strategy/2025-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T160000
DTSTAMP:20250814T200929Z
CREATED:20250814T200929Z
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SUMMARY:Parenting While Rising to Child Developmental Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will host a series from September through December that enables caregivers of children with differences in or challenges to their development to connect with each other. \nLearn More\nThe free\, four-episode virtual conversation series will feature conversations with parents of children with developmental differences\, challenges\, or disabilities. It will explore the unique and common experiences of loving and raising children whose developmental process is delayed or atypical. \nDiscussion will cover the joys and challenges of family life with children with a wide array of ways of being in the world. Participants will learn from each other how to best support and advocate for children. \nThe virtual series will take place from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the following Mondays: \n\nSept. 29 (Presuming Competence and Challenging Assumptions)\nOct. 20 (Holding On to Hope and Confronting Grief)\nNov. 17 (A Mother’s Perseverance Against All Odds)\nDec. 15 (Drawing on Family and Cultural Strengths to Thrive in Life\n\nFor more information\, visit the series’ website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-rising-to-child-developmental-challenges/2025-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T150000
DTSTAMP:20250908T142955Z
CREATED:20250908T142918Z
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SUMMARY:Three Ways to Build Your State's IECMH Funding Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Zero to Three and the Children’s Funding Project are offering a series of three 90-minute webinars to answer questions about public financing for infant and early childhood mental health (IECMH). \nLearn More\nThe series\, titled “Three Ways to Build Your State’s IECMH Funding\,” will include three sessions: \n\nInfant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Fiscal Mapping: Tuesday\, Sept. 9 at 1 p.m.\nUnderstanding True Costs of IECMH Programs and Services: Tuesday\, Sept. 30 at 1 p.m.\nFilling the Gap: Tax Revenue Building: Tuesday\, Oct. 21 at 1 p.m.\n\nRegistration is open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/three-ways-to-build-your-states-iecmh-funding-strategy/2025-09-30/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T160000
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SUMMARY:Parenting While Rising to Child Developmental Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will host a series from September through December that enables caregivers of children with differences in or challenges to their development to connect with each other. \nLearn More\nThe free\, four-episode virtual conversation series will feature conversations with parents of children with developmental differences\, challenges\, or disabilities. It will explore the unique and common experiences of loving and raising children whose developmental process is delayed or atypical. \nDiscussion will cover the joys and challenges of family life with children with a wide array of ways of being in the world. Participants will learn from each other how to best support and advocate for children. \nThe virtual series will take place from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the following Mondays: \n\nSept. 29 (Presuming Competence and Challenging Assumptions)\nOct. 20 (Holding On to Hope and Confronting Grief)\nNov. 17 (A Mother’s Perseverance Against All Odds)\nDec. 15 (Drawing on Family and Cultural Strengths to Thrive in Life\n\nFor more information\, visit the series’ website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-rising-to-child-developmental-challenges/2025-09-29/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T200000
DTSTAMP:20250904T141355Z
CREATED:20250904T141355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T141355Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Why Courts Matter
DESCRIPTION:Every Voice Every Vote\, Children First\, and the New PA Project Education Fund will hold a webinar in September on the importance of courts and judges. \nLearn More\nThe webinar will feature discussion on how Pennsylvania is among the few states in which voters elect judges. On Tuesday\, Nov. 4\, Pennsylvanians will elect judges to serve in courts around the state. The webinar will emphasize how judges make decisions that shape the lives of families and children. \nWhy Courts Matter 101 will explore how court rulings shape our lives\, what’s at stake in this year’s judicial elections\, and how to make sure one’s voice is heard. \nThe virtual session will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday\, Sept. 17. Registration is open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/webinar-why-courts-matter/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T150000
DTSTAMP:20250908T142955Z
CREATED:20250908T142918Z
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SUMMARY:Three Ways to Build Your State's IECMH Funding Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Zero to Three and the Children’s Funding Project are offering a series of three 90-minute webinars to answer questions about public financing for infant and early childhood mental health (IECMH). \nLearn More\nThe series\, titled “Three Ways to Build Your State’s IECMH Funding\,” will include three sessions: \n\nInfant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Fiscal Mapping: Tuesday\, Sept. 9 at 1 p.m.\nUnderstanding True Costs of IECMH Programs and Services: Tuesday\, Sept. 30 at 1 p.m.\nFilling the Gap: Tax Revenue Building: Tuesday\, Oct. 21 at 1 p.m.\n\nRegistration is open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/three-ways-to-build-your-states-iecmh-funding-strategy/2025-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T160000
DTSTAMP:20250714T145728Z
CREATED:20250714T145728Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Parents' Day & Evidence on the Role of Partnership
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Parents’ Day\, Heckman Digest is hosting a webinar that features research regarding the vital role that parents play in family health and economic potential. \nLearn More\nProfessor Tamara McGavock\, of Grinnell College and the University of Chicago\, will present the impact of sharing household labor between parents and its influence on mental health. \nDr. Richard Reeves\, of the American Institute for Boys and Men\, will discuss how fatherhood impact boys and men facing challenges in school\, work\, and family life. \nThe webinar is aimed at those who are investigating gender equality and household labor\, supporting parents from divorce background\, or advocating for early intervention and family outcomes. \nThe webinar runs from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET on Monday\, July 28. \nRegistration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/webinar-parents-day-evidence-on-the-role-of-partnership/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T143000
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SUMMARY:Head Start Community of Practice: Fiscal Friends
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Head Start Association will host Community of Practice: Fiscal Friends on Wednesday\, July 23. \nLearn More\nThe Community of Practice event is designed for fiscal staff to connect\, share experiences\, and work together on challenges unique to their roles. The virtual space provides an opportunity for open dialogue\, problem-solving\, and collaboration in a supportive and welcoming environment. \nDiscussion during the event will include: \n\nCollaborative networking\nActionable insights\nContinuous reflection and growth\n\nThe virtual event will run from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on July 23. Registration is open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/head-start-community-of-practice-fiscal-friends/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T193000
DTSTAMP:20250212T175821Z
CREATED:20250212T175821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T175821Z
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SUMMARY:Supervision 101
DESCRIPTION:The ELRC Region 5 is offering the following professional development opportunity for your team of early learning educators. \nSupervision 101\nThis live webinar will give a foundational overview of supervision in licensed early childhood programs. This course will focus on the supervision aspects of the DHS Certification Regulations for child care in PA. The participants will be able to define supervision per the regulations. This session will also focus on ratio\, scenarios\, and the vital importance of supervision in child care. \nThis is an excellent course for new early childhood professionals or for those who might need a refresher. \nThis session is eligible for 1 hour of PQAS and Act 48 credit. \nSession Details\n\n\nThursday\, May 15\, 2025 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\nVirtual via Zoom\nCost: $10\nRegister \n\n\nInstructors: Holly Cessna \nStandards: Health and Safety \nQuestions?\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Amanda Murphy at amanda@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/supervision-101/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T103000
DTSTAMP:20250303T160929Z
CREATED:20250303T160703Z
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SUMMARY:Working Together Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Pre-K for PA and Start Strong PA will host an upcoming webinar on the state budget and advocacy efforts. \nLearn More\nThe Working Together Webinar will be available in English and Spanish. The topics covered during the webinar include: \n\nEarly learning in the 2025-26 Pennsylvania state budget\nFollow up and response to state policymakers\nFederal advocacy update and opportunities for child care\n\nThe webinar will begin at 9 a.m. on Thursday\, March 13. Registration is open for the Zoom webinar. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nSpeakers will include Pre-K for PA and Start Strong PA partners.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/working-together-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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