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SUMMARY:STEMIEFest 2020: Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:STEMIE is partnering with the Boston Children’s Museum and Bridge Multimedia for the inaugural STEMIEFest and MakerFest. Join them from September 14 – 18\, 2020 for a series of STEM-focused virtual events! \nAbout\nSTEMIEFest will: \n\n\n\nconvene experts to engage early childhood practitioners in learning about and applying evidence-based practices in STEM and inclusion;\n\n\n\n\nexcite families\, practitioners\, and young children in exploring\, making\, and tinkering through MakerFest;\n\n\n\n\nconnect participants with authors of STEM-focused books through Storybook Conversations; and\n\n\n\n\nshowcase STEM activities\, STEM games from museums\, and organizations from around the nation through Media Cubbies.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the conference Eventbrite page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/stemiefest-2020/2020-09-18/
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SUMMARY:Together Toward Transformation: Roundtable Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in discussing opportunities to build a child care system that actually works for children\, families\, child care providers\, and employers? Join Child Care Aware of America this September for “Together Toward Transformation: A CCAoA Roundtable Series.” \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nParents & Families\nSaturday\, September 12\, 2020  |  1:30 – 3:30 p.m.  |  Register\n\n\n\n\nEmployers*\nThursday\, September 17\, 2020  |  3:00 – 5:00 p.m.  |  Request to Attend\n\n\n\n\nChild Care Providers\nSaturday\, September 26\, 2020  |  2:00 – 4:00 p.m.  |  Request to Attend\n\n\n\n*The Employers session is intended for local businesses\, corporations\, or any non-child care business that has been impacted by their employees’ child care challenges and are interested in improving the child care system. \nRegistration\nSeating is limited. To register and learn more\, visit the Child Care Aware website. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact Marlana Kelly at events@usa.childcareaware.org or 703.341.4115.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/together-roundtable-series/2020-09-17/
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SUMMARY:How to Design Socially Distanced Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how to create a socially distanced classroom that works for your students? Attend the webinar “How to Design Socially Distanced Classrooms During COVID-19” on September 17 to hear practical strategies for educators. \nAbout\nBy the end of the presentation\, viewers will be able to: \n\n\n\ndefine physical distancing versus social distancing;\nidentify potential classroom design mistakes;\napply suggested solutions for classroom setup; and\nencourage classroom community while practicing physical distancing.\n\n\n\nThis webinar will be of interest to preschool and pre-k teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders. Time for questions will be provided. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/socially-distanced-classrooms/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Community of Practice Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in discussing topics of interest and current trends with fellow professionals in the early childhood field? Join ELRC Region 5 for their virtual Community of Practice sessions! \nAbout\nCommunity of Practice sessions provide early learning professionals with opportunities to discuss topics of interest\, current trends in the early childhood field\, and offer insight and inspiration to their fellow professionals. \nIn September\, these virtual sessions will discuss the most current school-age care updates\, information\, trends\, resources\, and professional development opportunities. Participants will connect with out-of-school-time partners and professionals\, and they will receive support as new or existing school-age care programs. The session will also focus on supporting virtual learning\, daily schedules\, and keeping the children engaged. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 12: School-Age Care Updates\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 17: School-Age Care Updates\n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n1 p.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at  elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or 412.350.3577. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/community-of-practice-virtual-sept/2020-09-17/2/
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SUMMARY:STEMIEFest 2020: Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:STEMIE is partnering with the Boston Children’s Museum and Bridge Multimedia for the inaugural STEMIEFest and MakerFest. Join them from September 14 – 18\, 2020 for a series of STEM-focused virtual events! \nAbout\nSTEMIEFest will: \n\n\n\nconvene experts to engage early childhood practitioners in learning about and applying evidence-based practices in STEM and inclusion;\n\n\n\n\nexcite families\, practitioners\, and young children in exploring\, making\, and tinkering through MakerFest;\n\n\n\n\nconnect participants with authors of STEM-focused books through Storybook Conversations; and\n\n\n\n\nshowcase STEM activities\, STEM games from museums\, and organizations from around the nation through Media Cubbies.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the conference Eventbrite page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/stemiefest-2020/2020-09-17/
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SUMMARY:Virtual UnConference: Caring in a "New Normal"
DESCRIPTION:Join Trying Together from September 14–23\, 2020 for our second free Virtual UnConference: Caring in a ‘New Normal’. PQAS and Act 48 credit hours will be available. Registration is required. \nAbout\nVirtual UnConference: Caring in a ‘New Normal’ will feature a panel discussion and three workshops on topics including finance\, interacting with young children\, and social-emotional health during the COVID-19 health crisis. This UnConference will build on guidance shared during our first Virtual UnConference: Re-Opening to Our ‘New Normal’. To watch a recording\, visit our UnConference page. \nFeatured Workshops\n\n\n\nPositive Interactions During the Pandemic\nMonday\, September 14\, 2020  |  10:00 – 11:30 a.m.  |  Register \nIn this workshop\, Sarah Grubb from ELRC Region 5 will walk early childhood educators through the essential elements of positive interaction\, the educator’s role in co-regulation\, and strategies for supporting children best through positive\, day-to-day interactions.\n\n\nA Conversation on How to Support the Social/Emotional Needs of Children\nThursday\, September 17\, 2020  |  10:00 – 11:30 a.m.  |  Register \nJoin Diana Schwab for a conversation and Q&A focused on the social and emotional needs of children. In this workshop\, participants will discuss early childhood social and emotional development with a particular focus on how children communicate social and emotional needs through behavior. This workshop will also discuss how to focus a child’s behaviors as a communication of developmental strengths and vulnerabilities\, as well as mental health needs.\nBuilding a Foundation for Your Organization’s Financial Wellness\nMonday\, September 21\, 2020 | 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.  |  Register \nThis workshop will discuss the importance of building a business plan and budget as the foundation of your organization’s financial wellness\, especially during this time of changing external forces due to COVID-19. Presenter Chris Pentrack of Supporting Strategies will suggest beginner tools and methods to build these items\, as well as resources for additional assistance. Presenters will discuss topics such as profit and loss statements\, balance sheets\, monitoring\, and forecasting cash for the organization.\n\n\n\n\nProviding Safe and Healthy Care in Child Care Now and Beyond the Pandemic\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2020  |  1:30 – 3:00 p.m.  |  Register \nThis workshop will feature a panel of directors who will discuss the measurements currently being followed to prevent the spread of illness in their individual child care programs. A portion of the conversation will include health and wellness tips that can help support your staff and teachers during these challenging times. The discussion will conclude by identifying which health and safety practices will most likely be permanently incorporated into everyday practice moving forward beyond COVID-19.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nRegistration for this UnConference is being completed on the PD Registry. If you do not have a PD Registry account\, please complete this online form to create one. If you are unable to create an account\, please contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org for more information. \nClick the links below to register for each workshop you are interested in. Registration is required. \n\n\n\nPositive Interactions During the Pandemic\nMonday\, September 14\, 2020  |  10:00 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nA Conversation on How to Support the Social/Emotional Needs of Children\nThursday\, September 17\, 2020  |  10:00 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nBuilding a Foundation for Your Organization’s Financial Wellness\nMonday\, September 21\, 2020  |  1:30 – 3:00 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nProviding Safe and Healthy Care in Child Care Now and Beyond the Pandemic\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2020  |  1:30 – 3:00 p.m.\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact UnConference Director Yu-Ling Cheng at conference@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/virtual-unconference-caring/2020-09-17/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Community of Practice Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in discussing topics of interest and current trends with fellow professionals in the early childhood field? Join ELRC Region 5 for their virtual Community of Practice sessions! \nAbout\nCommunity of Practice sessions provide early learning professionals with opportunities to discuss topics of interest\, current trends in the early childhood field\, and offer insight and inspiration to their fellow professionals. \nIn September\, these virtual sessions will discuss the most current school-age care updates\, information\, trends\, resources\, and professional development opportunities. Participants will connect with out-of-school-time partners and professionals\, and they will receive support as new or existing school-age care programs. The session will also focus on supporting virtual learning\, daily schedules\, and keeping the children engaged. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 12: School-Age Care Updates\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 17: School-Age Care Updates\n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n1 p.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at  elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or 412.350.3577. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/community-of-practice-virtual-sept/2020-09-17/1/
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SUMMARY:Helping Parents & Caregivers Navigate a School Year Like No Other
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in hearing from the country’s leading experts about topics such as social-emotional wellness\, mental health\, learning resources\, tech safety\, and more? Join Remake Learning and other presenting organizations for the “So Now What?” virtual series! \nAbout\nThe series will bring the country’s leading experts in education and childhood development\, including PBS Kids\, Common Sense Media\, Learning Heroes\, and UPMC Children’s Hospital\, together with parents and caregivers to share and learn from one another. Presenters will cover a range of topics specific to this moment in time\, including: \n\n\n\nsocial-emotional wellness\,\nmental health\,\nlearning resources\,\ncommunication\,\ntech safety\,\nand much more.\n\n\n\nAvailable Sessions\nThe series includes the following sessions: \n\n\n\nCOVID-19 and Kids Health: An Evidence-Based Practical Guide & FAQ\nWednesday\, September 2 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSupporting Young Children’s Social and Emotional Wellness as We Return to School\nWednesday\, September 9 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nTweens\, Teens\, and Mental Health\nWednesday\, September 9 from 8 – 8:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nReady to Partner: 5 Steps for a Different Kind of School Year for Families and Schools\nWednesday\, September 16 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nHow to be Safe Online and Balance Tech Usage in a World of Virtual Learning\nWednesday\, September 23 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nLearning Resources for Families\nWednesday\, September 30 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/school-year-parents-caregivers/2020-09-16/
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SUMMARY:Connections and Conversations: Infant Sensory Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about the importance of sensory development in infants and toddlers? Join Trying Together on September 16 for our online session\, “Connections and Conversations: Infant Sensory Experiences.” \nAbout\nConnections and Conversations Virtual Check-Ins are biweekly interactive sessions that highlight topics of interest to the field of early childhood education. Participants engage in virtual discussions with child development experts while interacting with early learning practitioners to share questions\, experiences\, and expertise about the highlighted topic. Sessions offer one hour of PQAS credit. Act 48 credit will not be provided. \nThis session will define and explore the processes of sensory integration and the importance of sensory development in infants and toddlers. Participants will receive an overview of infant sensory development and ways to contribute to children’s learning within classroom settings as well as adaptations that can be made for students with behaviors due to the way they process sensory experiences differently. Participants will be lead in creating various developmentally friendly sensory toys with objects found in their own homes. \nSession Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Wednesday\, September 16  |  6 – 7 p.m\nInstructors: Jennifer McKain and Alicia Sebastian\nCKC: Child Growth and Development\nCDA Subject Area: Principles of Child Growth & Development\nRegistration Deadline: Tuesday\, September 15\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the course PD Registry page. Space is limited. \nParticipants will receive the course Zoom link via email within 24 hours before the start date for the course. For questions\, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org. \nSession Rules and Guidelines\nThese virtual discussions are designed to provide educators the opportunity to grow professionally and share knowledge on early childhood topics. During the meeting\, participants should follow the guidelines below to ensure a successful virtual meeting for all participants. \n\n\n\nPlease allow all participants a chance to speak. Listen respectfully and actively.\nCommit to learning about each other\, not to debating the topic.\nEmbrace differences of opinion as healthy and support each person’s authentic self-expression.\nParticipants will be muted for the beginning portion of the session.\nParticipants may use the “Raise Hand” feature in Zoom to request an opportunity to comment or ask a question. Individuals will be temporarily unmuted by the moderator.\nParticipants may type a comment or question in the Chat or may send comments or questions directly to the moderator for them to share.\nTo receive PQAS credit\, you must complete an evaluation at the end of the session and include your PD Registry number.\nHave fun\, make connections\, and engage in the conversations!\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions or more information\, please contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.
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SUMMARY:Unpacking Research on the COVID Slide
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about how much learning loss students are experiencing due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Attend the webinar “Unpacking Research on the COVID Slide and Recommendations to Close the Gap” on September 16 to hear from researchers Dr. John Bielinski\, Dr. Rachel Brown\, and Dr. Kyle Wagner. \nAbout\nDuring this webinar\, the researchers who authored the just-released report\, “COVID Slide: Research on Learning Loss and Recommendations to Close the Gap”\, will review the data and answer the following questions: \n\n\n\nDid certain grade levels experience more pronounced learning loss than others?\nWill core subjects experience the same levels of learning loss\, or will one suffer more than the other?\nExactly how far behind can I expect students to be when we resume instruction?\nWhat can I do to help catch students up quickly?\n\n\n\nThis webinar will be of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, guidance counselors\, and school psychologists. Time for questions will be provided. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/covid-slide-research/
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SUMMARY:STEMIEFest 2020: Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:STEMIE is partnering with the Boston Children’s Museum and Bridge Multimedia for the inaugural STEMIEFest and MakerFest. Join them from September 14 – 18\, 2020 for a series of STEM-focused virtual events! \nAbout\nSTEMIEFest will: \n\n\n\nconvene experts to engage early childhood practitioners in learning about and applying evidence-based practices in STEM and inclusion;\n\n\n\n\nexcite families\, practitioners\, and young children in exploring\, making\, and tinkering through MakerFest;\n\n\n\n\nconnect participants with authors of STEM-focused books through Storybook Conversations; and\n\n\n\n\nshowcase STEM activities\, STEM games from museums\, and organizations from around the nation through Media Cubbies.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the conference Eventbrite page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/stemiefest-2020/2020-09-16/
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SUMMARY:Pennsylvania's Child Care Crisis: A Virtual Public Forum
DESCRIPTION:Child care providers\, teachers\, parents\, and advocates in Pennsylvania are invited to join Start Strong PA on September 16 for “Pennsylvania’s Child Care Crisis: A Virtual Public Forum.” The Forum will include an important discussion with the congregational delegation regarding Pennsylvania’s child care crisis. \nAbout\nDuring the Forum\, featured speakers will present the following: \n\n\n\nPennState’s Dr. Philip Sirinides will review major takeaways and recommendations from a new study documenting the financial impact of COVID-19 on the child care sector.\n\n\n\n\nPennsylvania Chamber of Business Industry President and CEO Gene Barr will discuss child care’s vital role in Pennsylvania’s economic recovery.\n\n\n\n\nProviders\, advocates\, and others will detail the changing face of child care and challenges caused by COVID-19\, the essential role that child care will have for working families in a recovering economy\, and the need for additional financial stabilization assistance to prevent the collapse of the sector.\n\n\n\nA question and answer session with panelists and members of Congress will follow these presentations. \nRegistration\nTo register for the Forum\, visit the event webpage. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/child-care-forum/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T170000
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SUMMARY:SEL & Mental Health in Distance Learning
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how to implement social-emotional and mental health supports for your students and staff? Attend the webinar “SEL & Mental Health in Distance Learning: District Leaders Share Best Practices” on September 15 to hear best practices from education leaders. \nAbout\nIn this webinar\, presenters will share: \n\n\n\nhow to connect and build trust with students\, laying the groundwork for engagement and learning;\nbest practices for supporting students in special education in distance learning;\nhow to ensure staff feels safe and supported;\nhow to implement SEL that supports anti-racism and equity in distance learning; and\nhow to implement digital tools in an MTSS for efficacy and sustainability.\n\n\n\nSchool and district administrators will learn concrete steps they can take to deliver effective\, trauma-informed SEL and mental health supports to students and staff as schools and communities continue to grapple with the challenges of COVID-19. \nThis recorded webinar will be of interest to school and district leaders of pre-k through high school grade levels\, federal program coordinators\, and those involved in student mental health. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/sel-distance-learning/
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SUMMARY:STEMIEFest 2020: Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:STEMIE is partnering with the Boston Children’s Museum and Bridge Multimedia for the inaugural STEMIEFest and MakerFest. Join them from September 14 – 18\, 2020 for a series of STEM-focused virtual events! \nAbout\nSTEMIEFest will: \n\n\n\nconvene experts to engage early childhood practitioners in learning about and applying evidence-based practices in STEM and inclusion;\n\n\n\n\nexcite families\, practitioners\, and young children in exploring\, making\, and tinkering through MakerFest;\n\n\n\n\nconnect participants with authors of STEM-focused books through Storybook Conversations; and\n\n\n\n\nshowcase STEM activities\, STEM games from museums\, and organizations from around the nation through Media Cubbies.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the conference Eventbrite page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/stemiefest-2020/2020-09-15/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
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SUMMARY:STEMIEFest 2020: Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:STEMIE is partnering with the Boston Children’s Museum and Bridge Multimedia for the inaugural STEMIEFest and MakerFest. Join them from September 14 – 18\, 2020 for a series of STEM-focused virtual events! \nAbout\nSTEMIEFest will: \n\n\n\nconvene experts to engage early childhood practitioners in learning about and applying evidence-based practices in STEM and inclusion;\n\n\n\n\nexcite families\, practitioners\, and young children in exploring\, making\, and tinkering through MakerFest;\n\n\n\n\nconnect participants with authors of STEM-focused books through Storybook Conversations; and\n\n\n\n\nshowcase STEM activities\, STEM games from museums\, and organizations from around the nation through Media Cubbies.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the conference Eventbrite page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/stemiefest-2020/2020-09-14/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
CREATED:20200818T180445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T172431Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual UnConference: Caring in a "New Normal"
DESCRIPTION:Join Trying Together from September 14–23\, 2020 for our second free Virtual UnConference: Caring in a ‘New Normal’. PQAS and Act 48 credit hours will be available. Registration is required. \nAbout\nVirtual UnConference: Caring in a ‘New Normal’ will feature a panel discussion and three workshops on topics including finance\, interacting with young children\, and social-emotional health during the COVID-19 health crisis. This UnConference will build on guidance shared during our first Virtual UnConference: Re-Opening to Our ‘New Normal’. To watch a recording\, visit our UnConference page. \nFeatured Workshops\n\n\n\nPositive Interactions During the Pandemic\nMonday\, September 14\, 2020  |  10:00 – 11:30 a.m.  |  Register \nIn this workshop\, Sarah Grubb from ELRC Region 5 will walk early childhood educators through the essential elements of positive interaction\, the educator’s role in co-regulation\, and strategies for supporting children best through positive\, day-to-day interactions.\n\n\nA Conversation on How to Support the Social/Emotional Needs of Children\nThursday\, September 17\, 2020  |  10:00 – 11:30 a.m.  |  Register \nJoin Diana Schwab for a conversation and Q&A focused on the social and emotional needs of children. In this workshop\, participants will discuss early childhood social and emotional development with a particular focus on how children communicate social and emotional needs through behavior. This workshop will also discuss how to focus a child’s behaviors as a communication of developmental strengths and vulnerabilities\, as well as mental health needs.\nBuilding a Foundation for Your Organization’s Financial Wellness\nMonday\, September 21\, 2020 | 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.  |  Register \nThis workshop will discuss the importance of building a business plan and budget as the foundation of your organization’s financial wellness\, especially during this time of changing external forces due to COVID-19. Presenter Chris Pentrack of Supporting Strategies will suggest beginner tools and methods to build these items\, as well as resources for additional assistance. Presenters will discuss topics such as profit and loss statements\, balance sheets\, monitoring\, and forecasting cash for the organization.\n\n\n\n\nProviding Safe and Healthy Care in Child Care Now and Beyond the Pandemic\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2020  |  1:30 – 3:00 p.m.  |  Register \nThis workshop will feature a panel of directors who will discuss the measurements currently being followed to prevent the spread of illness in their individual child care programs. A portion of the conversation will include health and wellness tips that can help support your staff and teachers during these challenging times. The discussion will conclude by identifying which health and safety practices will most likely be permanently incorporated into everyday practice moving forward beyond COVID-19.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nRegistration for this UnConference is being completed on the PD Registry. If you do not have a PD Registry account\, please complete this online form to create one. If you are unable to create an account\, please contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org for more information. \nClick the links below to register for each workshop you are interested in. Registration is required. \n\n\n\nPositive Interactions During the Pandemic\nMonday\, September 14\, 2020  |  10:00 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nA Conversation on How to Support the Social/Emotional Needs of Children\nThursday\, September 17\, 2020  |  10:00 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nBuilding a Foundation for Your Organization’s Financial Wellness\nMonday\, September 21\, 2020  |  1:30 – 3:00 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nProviding Safe and Healthy Care in Child Care Now and Beyond the Pandemic\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2020  |  1:30 – 3:00 p.m.\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact UnConference Director Yu-Ling Cheng at conference@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/virtual-unconference-caring/2020-09-14/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trying Together":MAILTO:info@tryingtogether.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
CREATED:20200910T205806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200910T205806Z
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SUMMARY:Together Toward Transformation: Roundtable Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in discussing opportunities to build a child care system that actually works for children\, families\, child care providers\, and employers? Join Child Care Aware of America this September for “Together Toward Transformation: A CCAoA Roundtable Series.” \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nParents & Families\nSaturday\, September 12\, 2020  |  1:30 – 3:30 p.m.  |  Register\n\n\n\n\nEmployers*\nThursday\, September 17\, 2020  |  3:00 – 5:00 p.m.  |  Request to Attend\n\n\n\n\nChild Care Providers\nSaturday\, September 26\, 2020  |  2:00 – 4:00 p.m.  |  Request to Attend\n\n\n\n*The Employers session is intended for local businesses\, corporations\, or any non-child care business that has been impacted by their employees’ child care challenges and are interested in improving the child care system. \nRegistration\nSeating is limited. To register and learn more\, visit the Child Care Aware website. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact Marlana Kelly at events@usa.childcareaware.org or 703.341.4115.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/together-roundtable-series/2020-09-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
CREATED:20200831T205115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200831T205342Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Community of Practice Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in discussing topics of interest and current trends with fellow professionals in the early childhood field? Join ELRC Region 5 for their virtual Community of Practice sessions! \nAbout\nCommunity of Practice sessions provide early learning professionals with opportunities to discuss topics of interest\, current trends in the early childhood field\, and offer insight and inspiration to their fellow professionals. \nIn September\, these virtual sessions will discuss the most current school-age care updates\, information\, trends\, resources\, and professional development opportunities. Participants will connect with out-of-school-time partners and professionals\, and they will receive support as new or existing school-age care programs. The session will also focus on supporting virtual learning\, daily schedules\, and keeping the children engaged. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 12: School-Age Care Updates\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 17: School-Age Care Updates\n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n1 p.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at  elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or 412.350.3577. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/community-of-practice-virtual-sept/2020-09-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
CREATED:20200601T183743Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Rap
DESCRIPTION:Are you a single mom or caregiver in need of self-care? Women’s Rap provides a safe place for communication\, encouragement\, and reflection. Join us for a group discussion to build your confidence\, gratitude\, and supportive relationships with other women. \nEvent Details\nSecond Friday of Every Month\n6 – 7:30 p.m. \nLocation\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\n7219 Kelly Street\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nLearn More\nFor more information\, contact Toni Beasley at 412.540.5732 or toni@tryingtogether.org. Learn more about the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center on the Trying Together website. \nPlease share this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/womens-rap-virtual-sessions/2020-09-11/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trying Together":MAILTO:info@tryingtogether.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
CREATED:20200902T155311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200902T155311Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19’s Impact on Early Childhood and ACEs
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in hearing guidance from experts on early childhood development\, adverse childhood experiences\, and the impact of COVID-19 on children? Join the NIHCM Foundation on September 10 for their webinar\, “Protecting Our Children: COVID-19’s Impact on Early Childhood and ACEs.” \nAbout\nAlthough most children are not at high risk for contracting COVID-19\, the pandemic has disrupted their lives and exacerbated challenges to children’s health and well-being. This webinar will convene experts to provide information and guidance on early childhood development\, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)\, and the impact of COVID-19 on children. \nSpeakers will discuss the following topics: \n\n\n\nthe importance of early childhood experiences in lifelong health and how adversity affects both the developing brain and other physiological systems;\n\n\n\n\nwhat ACEs initiatives are doing to respond to COVID-19 and the opportunities and challenges the pandemic has produced for professionals in the field; and\n\n\n\n\nlessons from a health plan’s investment in programming that addresses ACEs\, including education on ACEs for teachers\, policymakers\, and health care professionals.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo learn more and register\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/covid-aces-children/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200910T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
CREATED:20200819T195851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200828T172126Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School-Time (APOST) from August 24–September 10\, 2020 for their Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference! \nAbout\nOver a period of three weeks\, the Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference will offer relevant workshops to assist professionals in continuing to provide high-quality programming for youth during this challenging time. This Conference is open to any youth practitioner who desires to increase their skills in working with youth in out-of-school-time programs or mentoring relationships. \nIf there is a workshop that you would like to attend but are not able to due to schedule conflicts\, recordings and resources for all workshop offerings will be available for at least one month after all of the workshops have concluded. \nAvailable Workshops\n\n\n\nA Summer in Review: Conducting In-Person Programming in the Foreseeable Future\nMonday\, August 24  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nWellness for Black Young People in a Racist Society during COVID-19\nTuesday\, August 25  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nHow to Handle Your Workforce Post COVID-19? – Organizational Skill Gaps with Leaner Staffing\nWednesday\, August 26  |  10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nOutdoor STEM in an Online Classroom\nThursday\, August 27  |  2 – 3:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nKeeping Kids Entertained and Learning During COVID-19 and Beyond\nFriday\, August 28  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nEngaging Your Students with Project-Based Learning Online\nMonday\, August 31  |  1 – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nWhat You Need to Know about the Current Pandemic\nTuesday\, September 1  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nLessons Learned: OST in the Virtual Space and Zoom into Hands-On Learning\nWednesday\, September 2  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\n Increasing Program Enrollment by Advertising on the Allegheny County Child Care Finder\nThursday\, September 3  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nDeep and Simple Interactions in OST Virtual Programming and Yes\, And’ing a Virtually New Normal\nTuesday\, September 8  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\n PBS 101 Middle School Track\nWednesday\, September 9  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nMaking Academic Content Exciting with Narrative Games\nThursday\, September 10  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo view all workshop descriptions and register\, visit the full Conference Agenda. Registration links will be included at the bottom of each event description. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact Jaron Paul via email at jaron.paul@unitedwayswpa.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/back-ost-conference-apost/2020-09-10/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="APOST":MAILTO:apostpgh@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
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SUMMARY:Helping Parents & Caregivers Navigate a School Year Like No Other
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in hearing from the country’s leading experts about topics such as social-emotional wellness\, mental health\, learning resources\, tech safety\, and more? Join Remake Learning and other presenting organizations for the “So Now What?” virtual series! \nAbout\nThe series will bring the country’s leading experts in education and childhood development\, including PBS Kids\, Common Sense Media\, Learning Heroes\, and UPMC Children’s Hospital\, together with parents and caregivers to share and learn from one another. Presenters will cover a range of topics specific to this moment in time\, including: \n\n\n\nsocial-emotional wellness\,\nmental health\,\nlearning resources\,\ncommunication\,\ntech safety\,\nand much more.\n\n\n\nAvailable Sessions\nThe series includes the following sessions: \n\n\n\nCOVID-19 and Kids Health: An Evidence-Based Practical Guide & FAQ\nWednesday\, September 2 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSupporting Young Children’s Social and Emotional Wellness as We Return to School\nWednesday\, September 9 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nTweens\, Teens\, and Mental Health\nWednesday\, September 9 from 8 – 8:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nReady to Partner: 5 Steps for a Different Kind of School Year for Families and Schools\nWednesday\, September 16 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nHow to be Safe Online and Balance Tech Usage in a World of Virtual Learning\nWednesday\, September 23 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nLearning Resources for Families\nWednesday\, September 30 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/school-year-parents-caregivers/2020-09-09/2/
CATEGORIES:Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Remake Learning":MAILTO:info@remakelearning.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
CREATED:20200902T195022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T195321Z
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SUMMARY:Helping Parents & Caregivers Navigate a School Year Like No Other
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in hearing from the country’s leading experts about topics such as social-emotional wellness\, mental health\, learning resources\, tech safety\, and more? Join Remake Learning and other presenting organizations for the “So Now What?” virtual series! \nAbout\nThe series will bring the country’s leading experts in education and childhood development\, including PBS Kids\, Common Sense Media\, Learning Heroes\, and UPMC Children’s Hospital\, together with parents and caregivers to share and learn from one another. Presenters will cover a range of topics specific to this moment in time\, including: \n\n\n\nsocial-emotional wellness\,\nmental health\,\nlearning resources\,\ncommunication\,\ntech safety\,\nand much more.\n\n\n\nAvailable Sessions\nThe series includes the following sessions: \n\n\n\nCOVID-19 and Kids Health: An Evidence-Based Practical Guide & FAQ\nWednesday\, September 2 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSupporting Young Children’s Social and Emotional Wellness as We Return to School\nWednesday\, September 9 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nTweens\, Teens\, and Mental Health\nWednesday\, September 9 from 8 – 8:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nReady to Partner: 5 Steps for a Different Kind of School Year for Families and Schools\nWednesday\, September 16 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nHow to be Safe Online and Balance Tech Usage in a World of Virtual Learning\nWednesday\, September 23 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nLearning Resources for Families\nWednesday\, September 30 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/school-year-parents-caregivers/2020-09-09/1/
CATEGORIES:Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Remake Learning":MAILTO:info@remakelearning.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
CREATED:20200819T195851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200828T172126Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School-Time (APOST) from August 24–September 10\, 2020 for their Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference! \nAbout\nOver a period of three weeks\, the Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference will offer relevant workshops to assist professionals in continuing to provide high-quality programming for youth during this challenging time. This Conference is open to any youth practitioner who desires to increase their skills in working with youth in out-of-school-time programs or mentoring relationships. \nIf there is a workshop that you would like to attend but are not able to due to schedule conflicts\, recordings and resources for all workshop offerings will be available for at least one month after all of the workshops have concluded. \nAvailable Workshops\n\n\n\nA Summer in Review: Conducting In-Person Programming in the Foreseeable Future\nMonday\, August 24  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nWellness for Black Young People in a Racist Society during COVID-19\nTuesday\, August 25  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nHow to Handle Your Workforce Post COVID-19? – Organizational Skill Gaps with Leaner Staffing\nWednesday\, August 26  |  10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nOutdoor STEM in an Online Classroom\nThursday\, August 27  |  2 – 3:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nKeeping Kids Entertained and Learning During COVID-19 and Beyond\nFriday\, August 28  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nEngaging Your Students with Project-Based Learning Online\nMonday\, August 31  |  1 – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nWhat You Need to Know about the Current Pandemic\nTuesday\, September 1  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nLessons Learned: OST in the Virtual Space and Zoom into Hands-On Learning\nWednesday\, September 2  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\n Increasing Program Enrollment by Advertising on the Allegheny County Child Care Finder\nThursday\, September 3  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nDeep and Simple Interactions in OST Virtual Programming and Yes\, And’ing a Virtually New Normal\nTuesday\, September 8  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\n PBS 101 Middle School Track\nWednesday\, September 9  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nMaking Academic Content Exciting with Narrative Games\nThursday\, September 10  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo view all workshop descriptions and register\, visit the full Conference Agenda. Registration links will be included at the bottom of each event description. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact Jaron Paul via email at jaron.paul@unitedwayswpa.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/back-ost-conference-apost/2020-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="APOST":MAILTO:apostpgh@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200908T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
CREATED:20200819T195851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200828T172126Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School-Time (APOST) from August 24–September 10\, 2020 for their Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference! \nAbout\nOver a period of three weeks\, the Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference will offer relevant workshops to assist professionals in continuing to provide high-quality programming for youth during this challenging time. This Conference is open to any youth practitioner who desires to increase their skills in working with youth in out-of-school-time programs or mentoring relationships. \nIf there is a workshop that you would like to attend but are not able to due to schedule conflicts\, recordings and resources for all workshop offerings will be available for at least one month after all of the workshops have concluded. \nAvailable Workshops\n\n\n\nA Summer in Review: Conducting In-Person Programming in the Foreseeable Future\nMonday\, August 24  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nWellness for Black Young People in a Racist Society during COVID-19\nTuesday\, August 25  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nHow to Handle Your Workforce Post COVID-19? – Organizational Skill Gaps with Leaner Staffing\nWednesday\, August 26  |  10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nOutdoor STEM in an Online Classroom\nThursday\, August 27  |  2 – 3:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nKeeping Kids Entertained and Learning During COVID-19 and Beyond\nFriday\, August 28  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nEngaging Your Students with Project-Based Learning Online\nMonday\, August 31  |  1 – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nWhat You Need to Know about the Current Pandemic\nTuesday\, September 1  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nLessons Learned: OST in the Virtual Space and Zoom into Hands-On Learning\nWednesday\, September 2  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\n Increasing Program Enrollment by Advertising on the Allegheny County Child Care Finder\nThursday\, September 3  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nDeep and Simple Interactions in OST Virtual Programming and Yes\, And’ing a Virtually New Normal\nTuesday\, September 8  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\n PBS 101 Middle School Track\nWednesday\, September 9  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nMaking Academic Content Exciting with Narrative Games\nThursday\, September 10  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo view all workshop descriptions and register\, visit the full Conference Agenda. Registration links will be included at the bottom of each event description. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact Jaron Paul via email at jaron.paul@unitedwayswpa.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/back-ost-conference-apost/2020-09-08/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="APOST":MAILTO:apostpgh@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200903T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200903T140000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School-Time (APOST) from August 24–September 10\, 2020 for their Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference! \nAbout\nOver a period of three weeks\, the Virtual Back to Out-of-School-Time Conference will offer relevant workshops to assist professionals in continuing to provide high-quality programming for youth during this challenging time. This Conference is open to any youth practitioner who desires to increase their skills in working with youth in out-of-school-time programs or mentoring relationships. \nIf there is a workshop that you would like to attend but are not able to due to schedule conflicts\, recordings and resources for all workshop offerings will be available for at least one month after all of the workshops have concluded. \nAvailable Workshops\n\n\n\nA Summer in Review: Conducting In-Person Programming in the Foreseeable Future\nMonday\, August 24  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nWellness for Black Young People in a Racist Society during COVID-19\nTuesday\, August 25  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nHow to Handle Your Workforce Post COVID-19? – Organizational Skill Gaps with Leaner Staffing\nWednesday\, August 26  |  10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nOutdoor STEM in an Online Classroom\nThursday\, August 27  |  2 – 3:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nKeeping Kids Entertained and Learning During COVID-19 and Beyond\nFriday\, August 28  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nEngaging Your Students with Project-Based Learning Online\nMonday\, August 31  |  1 – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nWhat You Need to Know about the Current Pandemic\nTuesday\, September 1  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nLessons Learned: OST in the Virtual Space and Zoom into Hands-On Learning\nWednesday\, September 2  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\n Increasing Program Enrollment by Advertising on the Allegheny County Child Care Finder\nThursday\, September 3  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nDeep and Simple Interactions in OST Virtual Programming and Yes\, And’ing a Virtually New Normal\nTuesday\, September 8  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\n PBS 101 Middle School Track\nWednesday\, September 9  |  1 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nMaking Academic Content Exciting with Narrative Games\nThursday\, September 10  |  10 – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo view all workshop descriptions and register\, visit the full Conference Agenda. Registration links will be included at the bottom of each event description. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact Jaron Paul via email at jaron.paul@unitedwayswpa.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/back-ost-conference-apost/2020-09-03/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="APOST":MAILTO:apostpgh@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T200000
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SUMMARY:Facts about COVID-19 and Quality Child Care
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to access child care services during the COVID-19 health crisis? Join the Pennsylvania Child Care Association on September 2 for their webinar\, “Facts about COVID-19 and High-Quality Child Care.” \nAbout\nChild care is highly regulated in Pennsylvania and the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) has responded to COVID-19 with updated regulations and guidelines to keep children and providers safe. However\, some of these are suggestions\, not requirements; some clash with best practices for child development; and some are difficult to implement with very young children. \nIn this webinar\, participants will learn about the pros and cons of different child care settings\, what to expect from child care providers\, and which questions to ask if you’re still searching for one that’s right for you and your child. The session will feature Susan Coffin\, MD\, MPH\, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s leading expert of COVID-19 and a great resource in creating CHOP’s FAQ for centers and families; a parent; and child care providers from both center-based and home-based settings. \nRegister\nThis webinar is best suited for parents and caretakers of children birth to age five. To register\, visit the event webpage. \nSubmit A Question\nYou may ask questions in advance (anonymously if you prefer) by emailing shawn.towey@pacca.org\, or you can enter them in the chatbox during the session. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/covid-19-child-care-pacca/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T055335
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SUMMARY:Helping Parents & Caregivers Navigate a School Year Like No Other
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in hearing from the country’s leading experts about topics such as social-emotional wellness\, mental health\, learning resources\, tech safety\, and more? Join Remake Learning and other presenting organizations for the “So Now What?” virtual series! \nAbout\nThe series will bring the country’s leading experts in education and childhood development\, including PBS Kids\, Common Sense Media\, Learning Heroes\, and UPMC Children’s Hospital\, together with parents and caregivers to share and learn from one another. Presenters will cover a range of topics specific to this moment in time\, including: \n\n\n\nsocial-emotional wellness\,\nmental health\,\nlearning resources\,\ncommunication\,\ntech safety\,\nand much more.\n\n\n\nAvailable Sessions\nThe series includes the following sessions: \n\n\n\nCOVID-19 and Kids Health: An Evidence-Based Practical Guide & FAQ\nWednesday\, September 2 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSupporting Young Children’s Social and Emotional Wellness as We Return to School\nWednesday\, September 9 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nTweens\, Teens\, and Mental Health\nWednesday\, September 9 from 8 – 8:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nReady to Partner: 5 Steps for a Different Kind of School Year for Families and Schools\nWednesday\, September 16 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nHow to be Safe Online and Balance Tech Usage in a World of Virtual Learning\nWednesday\, September 23 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nLearning Resources for Families\nWednesday\, September 30 from 7 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/school-year-parents-caregivers/2020-09-02/
CATEGORIES:Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Remake Learning":MAILTO:info@remakelearning.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T190000
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SUMMARY:Supporting Children's Emotional Wellness with Digital Technologies
DESCRIPTION:More than ever before\, early childhood practitioners play a critical role in supporting children’s social and emotional wellness. When used intentionally\, digital technologies can serve as tools to help children navigate emotions and express thoughts and feelings. Join Trying Together on September 2 for a conversation on promoting children’s communication skills and emotional development through the use of technology and media. Participants will engage in discussion and reflection on their current practice and the impact of COVID-19. \nAbout\nConnections and Conversations Virtual Check-Ins are interactive sessions that highlight topics of interest to the field of early childhood education. Participants will engage in virtual discussions via Zoom with child development experts while interacting with early learning practitioners to share questions\, experiences\, and expertise about the highlighted topic. \nParticipants will receive the course Zoom link via email within 24 hours before the start date for the course. For questions\, contact Rosie Hogan at rosie@tryingtogether.org. \nSession Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Wednesday\, September 2  |  6 – 7 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nInstructor: Katie Gullone\n\n\n\n\nCKC: K1.4 C2\n\n\n\n\nRegistrations must be submitted by Monday\, August 31. Space is limited.\n\n\n\n\nSessions will be offered biweekly and will offer one hour of PQAS credit. Act 48 credit will not be offered.\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nIdentify strategies to address children’s social and emotional development through the use of technology and media.\n\n\n\n\nReflect on current practice and the role of technology tools in early childhood environments.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register for this session\, complete our online registration form. \nSession Rules and Guidelines\nThese virtual discussions are designed to provide educators the opportunity to grow professionally and share knowledge on early childhood topics. During the meeting\, participants should follow the guidelines below to ensure a successful virtual meeting for all participants. \n\n\n\nPlease allow all participants a chance to speak. Listen respectfully and actively.\n\n\n\n\nCommit to learning about each other\, not to debating the topic.\n\n\n\n\nEmbrace differences of opinion as healthy and support each person’s authentic self-expression.\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will be muted for the beginning portion of the session.\n\n\n\n\nParticipants may use the “Raise Hand” feature in Zoom to request an opportunity to comment or ask a question. Individuals will be temporarily unmuted by the moderator.\n\n\n\n\nParticipants may type a comment or question in the Chat or may send comments or questions directly to the moderator for them to share.\n\n\n\n\nTo receive PQAS credit\, you must complete an evaluation at the end of the session and include your PD Registry number.\n\n\n\n\nHave fun\, make connections\, and engage in the conversations!\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions or more information\, please contact Rosie Hogan at rosie@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/emotional-wellness-tech/
CATEGORIES:Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trying Together":MAILTO:info@tryingtogether.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T170000
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SUMMARY:CDA Credential Course (North Side): Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:About\nAre you an early educator in the North Side of Pittsburgh who is working with young children? Are you looking to take the first step in advancing your career? Join your peers and Trying Together for this nine-month online CDA course where you will: \n\nfocus on Competency Standards and Best Practices that support healthy early development in young children;\ncomplete online coursework;\nreceive support from an experienced instructor; and\nreceive a nationally recognized credential upon completion.\n\nSession Details\n\nCourse Timeline: September 14\, 2020 – May 31\, 2021\nDelivery: Online (Schoology and Zoom)\nCourse Instructor: Theresa Hetler\nCDA Orientation Date: September 2\, 2020\nRegistration closes on September 2\, 2020. Space is limited.\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, complete our online form. \nPlease note that this listing is not a one-day\, in-person event. This online course runs from September 14\, 2020 to May 31\, 2020. More information will be provided after registration. \nMore Information\nFor questions or more information\, please contact Theresa Hetler at theresa@tryingtogether.org. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/cda-north-side-2020/
CATEGORIES:Course
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