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SUMMARY:Virtual Sessions to Discuss Book on Wonder and Fred Rogers
DESCRIPTION:Two upcoming free virtual book study sessions will discuss a new book that examines the subjects of wonder and Fred Rogers. \nLearn More \nThe events will focus on “When You Wonder\, You’re Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative\, Curious\, Caring Kids” by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski. The authors will take part in both sessions. \nThe book covers the importance of wonder for children. It cites Rogers’ – of Pittsburgh-based TV show “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood” – ability to spark a sense of wonder in children. The book also covers how Rogers encouraged and nurtured children’s play and helped learners to manage their feelings and try new things. \nThe sessions will be held on: \n\nThursday\, Sept. 26 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET\nThursday\, Oct. 3 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET\n\nRegistration is now open for the event. More information on the book can be found on Remake Learning’s website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/virtual-sessions-to-discuss-book-on-wonder-and-fred-rogers/2024-09-26/
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SUMMARY:Inside a Child's Mind
DESCRIPTION:The Brazelton Touchpoints Center is hosting a workshop in September that explores how caregivers and early education professionals can understand the unique experiences and developmental processes of children. \nLearn More\nInside a Child’s Mind will explore how\, from birth\, children bring their own unique contributions to their development. Children’s temperaments\, individuals competencies\, and cultures all influence a child’s experience of themselves in their development process as well as their experience of the people and world around them. This workshop will explore children’s perspectives on their own developmental process from birth through preschool. \nWho Should Apply\nThe course is aimed at professionals who work with young children. This includes early care educators\, family child care providers\, mental health consultants\, home visitors\, pediatricians\, and early interventionists. \nMore Details\nCertificates will be provided at the end of the six-hour course. The cost of the course\, which begins Sept. 6\, is $140 per seat. Each 90-minute live\, interactive workshop will take place at 1 p.m. ET and 10 a.m. PT on Thursdays. Sessions will be recorded\, and live Spanish translation and closed captioning will be available. \nThe dates and subject matter for the series include: \n\nSept. 5 – The Child’s Contribution to Their Developmental Process\nSept. 12 – Inside a Baby’s Mind: The Touchpoints of Infancy\nSept. 19 – Inside a Toddler’s Mind: The Touchpoints of Toddlerhood\nSept. 26 – Inside a Preschooler’s Mind: The Touchpoints of Preschool\n\nRegistration and other information can be found on Brazelton Touchpoints Center‘s website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/inside-a-childs-mind/2024-09-26/
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SUMMARY:Brazelton Touchpoints Center: Families in Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will host a training course on deepening knowledge about the effect of substance use order (SUD) and prenatal exposure on families. \nLearn More\nFamilies in Recovery: Touchpoints in the Context of Substance Use Disorder will return on Sept. 10. The training opportunity is designed to enhance skills and deepen understanding of working with families affected by SUD and prenatal exposure. \nThe course will include six four-hour live sessions\, at which attendance is required to obtain 20.35 continuing education credits for physicians\, nurses\, social workers\, and psychologists. Closed captioning will be available. \nThe sessions will run from noon to 4 p.m. ET on the following dates: \n\nTuesday\, Sept. 10\nThursday\, Sept. 12\nTuesday\, Sept. 17\nThursday\, Sept. 19\nTuesday\, Sept. 24\nThursday\, Sept. 26\n\nRegistration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/brazelton-touchpoints-center-families-in-recovery/2024-09-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T123000
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SUMMARY:APOST Fall 2024 Professional Development and Training Series
DESCRIPTION:Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time (APOST) is offering a series of professional learning workshops for out-of-school educators. Each workshop is led by local facilitators trained to implement Weikart Center for Youth Program Quality training curriculum. \nLearn More\nAll events are located in CoLab18 in Nova Place\, unless indicated otherwise as a webinar. Registration is required and closes two days prior to each event or when the session is full. \nOctober events include: \n\nLEGO Brick Club for Providers – Thursday\, Oct. 31\, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.\n\nNovember events include: \n\nBuilding Community – Friday\, Nov. 1\, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nStructure and Clear Limits – Thursday\, Nov. 7\, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nPromoting Responsibility and Leadership – Friday\, Nov.  8\, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nRecognizing and Reporting Child Abuse – Tuesday\, Nov. 12\, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nPlanning and Reflection – Friday\, Nov. 15\, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nIdentifying Student Homelessness – Thursday\, Nov. 21\, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.\nLEGO Brick Club for Providers – Thursday\, Nov. 21\, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.\n\nDecember events include: \n\nRecognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Neglect (webinar) – Tuesday\, Dec. 10\, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nLEGO Brick Club for Providers – Thursday\, Dec. 12\, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/apost-professional-development-and-training-series/2024-09-26/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Youth Behavior Reflection Support Tool
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Key will hold an upcoming virtual course that will introduce participants to the Youth Behavior Reflection Support Tool (YBRST). \nLearn More\nThe tool was specifically developed for program teams to use when they are faced with challenging behaviors within their K-6 School-Age Child Care (SACC) program. \nThe purpose of the tool is to help programs get started on looking at the behavior at hand\, the youth’s needs\, their current practices\, sorting through their feelings\, their family connection\, and begin adjusting the program to support SACC students. \nThrough reflection and assessment activities\, participants will apply knowledge learned during this course. Participants will earn 1.5 credit hours. \nThe virtual sessions will take place on the following days; register by clicking on the date: \n\nSept. 26\, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\nNov. 13\, 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.\nFeb. 18\, 1 p.m. p- 2:30 p.m.\nMay 19\, 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-the-youth-behavior-reflection-support-tool/2024-09-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T130000
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime at The Hub & Family Center
DESCRIPTION:Does your family need a new space to play? Are your children tired of playing at home\, but it’s getting too cold to go outside or to the park? \nJoin The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for drop-in playtime hours! The Hub & Family Center’s play space will be open for families to “drop-in” and play with new toys\, read new books\, and more! \nWhen: Weekly on Wednesdays | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nWhere: The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15208 \n*Please note that parents/caregivers must remain with their children during drop-in hours. Drop-in hours are not staff led activities and/or programming\, but staff will be on-site and able to answer any larger questions about community resources\, Hub & Family Center services\, and more!
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime-at-the-hub-family-center/2024-09-25/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2024-09-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T200000
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SUMMARY:CDA Completion Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesdays from mid-September to late October\, those working towards their Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential can join a network of fellow educators. \nLearn More\nTrying Together’s virtual CDA Completion Community of Practice is a seven-week course that offers a blend of structured learning and interactive community engagement tailored to empower CDA candidates. \nEach week\, participants will dive into individual pieces of the required CDA portfolio\, application\, and available financial assistance. The facilitator will provide step-by-step instructions and practical tips as well as answer questions to help participants navigate the complexities of the CDA credential. \nEducators must have completed the minimum 120 hours of CDA training to qualify for the course. \nThe course will run from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesdays\, from Sept. 11 to Oct. 23. Registration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/cda-completion-community-of-practice/2024-09-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T190000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Why Boys Struggle in School and How to Help
DESCRIPTION:The Child Mind Institute will host a free webinar on why some boys struggle in school and what can be done to help. \nLearn More\nWhy Boys Struggle in School and How to Help will discuss how boys disproportionately struggle in school. The free webinar will explore why this occurs and how caregivers\, educators\, and policy makers can work together to support boys academically while protecting their mental health. \nA panel discussion will cover: \n\nWhy boys struggle academically\nWhat needs to change in the education system to help them succeed\nHow caregivers\, educators\, and community leaders can support them while protecting their mental health\n\nThe webinar starts at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday\, Sept. 24. Registration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/webinar-why-boys-struggle-in-school-and-how-to-help/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T160000
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SUMMARY:Brazelton Touchpoints Center: Families in Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will host a training course on deepening knowledge about the effect of substance use order (SUD) and prenatal exposure on families. \nLearn More\nFamilies in Recovery: Touchpoints in the Context of Substance Use Disorder will return on Sept. 10. The training opportunity is designed to enhance skills and deepen understanding of working with families affected by SUD and prenatal exposure. \nThe course will include six four-hour live sessions\, at which attendance is required to obtain 20.35 continuing education credits for physicians\, nurses\, social workers\, and psychologists. Closed captioning will be available. \nThe sessions will run from noon to 4 p.m. ET on the following dates: \n\nTuesday\, Sept. 10\nThursday\, Sept. 12\nTuesday\, Sept. 17\nThursday\, Sept. 19\nTuesday\, Sept. 24\nThursday\, Sept. 26\n\nRegistration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/brazelton-touchpoints-center-families-in-recovery/2024-09-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T120000
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2024-09-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T111500
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SUMMARY:Story time at The Hub!
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nWhere: \nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\n7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nWhen: \nTuesdays from 10:30–11:15 a.m. \nFor more information\, contact Nicole Banner at nicole@tryingtogether.org. \nShare our flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/storytime-at-the-hub-2023/2024-09-24/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T160000
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SUMMARY:Brazelton Touchpoints Center: Parenting While Rising to Child Developmental Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will host a series of conversations with families of children with differences in or challenges to their development. \nLearn More\nParenting While Rising to Child Development Challenges will offer an opportunity to connect for parents of children with differences in or challenges to their development. Through conversations with parents of children with developmental differences\, the events will explore the unique as well as common experiences of loving and raising children whose developmental process is delayed or atypical. \nSpeakers will discuss the challenges and joys of family life with children with a wide array of ways of being in the world. There will also be discussion on how to best support and advocate for children. \nThe series will run for four Mondays through Dec. 16. Each episode is an hour\, with live Spanish translation and closed captioning. \nEach episode runs from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET. Episodes include: \n\nSept. 23\nOct. 21\nNov. 4\nDec. 16\n\nRegistration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/brazelton-touchpoints-center-parenting-while-rising-to-child-developmental-challenges-2/2024-09-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T120000
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SUMMARY:Get Ready for the November Election
DESCRIPTION:The Voter Empowerment Education & Enrichment Movement (VEEEM) will drop by the Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center on Mondays for the next two months. \nLearn More\nDuring the visits\, attendees can register to vote for the Nov. 5 election\, learn where their voting poll is located\, and be educated on the candidates’ views. \nVEEEM is a faith-based\, nonpartisan community organization dedicated to increasing voter turnout in the Greater Pittsburgh area. \nVEEEM representatives will visit the Hub from 9 a.m. to noon on every Monday in September and October. For more information\, call the Hub & Family Center at 412-545-5039.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/get-ready-for-the-november-election/2024-09-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T123000
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SUMMARY:APOST Fall 2024 Professional Development and Training Series
DESCRIPTION:Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time (APOST) is offering a series of professional learning workshops for out-of-school educators. Each workshop is led by local facilitators trained to implement Weikart Center for Youth Program Quality training curriculum. \nLearn More\nAll events are located in CoLab18 in Nova Place\, unless indicated otherwise as a webinar. Registration is required and closes two days prior to each event or when the session is full. \nOctober events include: \n\nLEGO Brick Club for Providers – Thursday\, Oct. 31\, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.\n\nNovember events include: \n\nBuilding Community – Friday\, Nov. 1\, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nStructure and Clear Limits – Thursday\, Nov. 7\, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nPromoting Responsibility and Leadership – Friday\, Nov.  8\, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nRecognizing and Reporting Child Abuse – Tuesday\, Nov. 12\, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nPlanning and Reflection – Friday\, Nov. 15\, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nIdentifying Student Homelessness – Thursday\, Nov. 21\, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.\nLEGO Brick Club for Providers – Thursday\, Nov. 21\, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.\n\nDecember events include: \n\nRecognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and Neglect (webinar) – Tuesday\, Dec. 10\, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nLEGO Brick Club for Providers – Thursday\, Dec. 12\, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/apost-professional-development-and-training-series/2024-09-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T190000
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SUMMARY:Live Panel on PA Child Care Staffing Shortage
DESCRIPTION:Spotlight PA will host a live panel in September to discuss Pennsylvania’s child care staffing shortage. \nLearn More\nTwo issues are currently plaguing Pennsylvania’s child care industry – many families find care unaffordable and inaccessible while workers are given low pay and often do not remain in their jobs for long. Business groups have urged lawmakers to take action\, arguing that the shortage affects nearly all economic sectors. \nChild care providers and advocates say the typical legislative response of tax credits for families and intermittent boosts of state money towards child care programs fail to address structural issues with the industry. \nPanel\nSpotlight PA’s Ed Mahon will host a panel on Zoom to discuss the staffing shortage as well as solutions proposed by lawmakers and advocates. It will run from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sept. 19. \nQuestions or comments can be directed to ypiper@spotlightpa.org. Registration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/live-panel-on-pa-child-care-staffing-shortage/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T190000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer at Lytle Land Park for Tree Pittsburgh
DESCRIPTION:Tree Pittsburgh is holding a Third Thursday volunteer event in September at Lytle Land Park. \nLearn More\nThird Thursday volunteer events bring a comprehensive overview of tree care. This month\, volunteers will care for the trees at and near Lytle Land Park. \nVolunteers will learn as they provide care for community trees. Partners from the community are welcome to join and highlight how trees play a beneficial role as volunteers learn and work together to promote the local community forest. \nThe event will run from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday\, Sept. 19 at Lytle Land Park. For more information\, email volunteer@treepittsburgh.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/volunteer-at-lytle-land-park-for-tree-pittsburgh/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T130000
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SUMMARY:Inside a Child's Mind
DESCRIPTION:The Brazelton Touchpoints Center is hosting a workshop in September that explores how caregivers and early education professionals can understand the unique experiences and developmental processes of children. \nLearn More\nInside a Child’s Mind will explore how\, from birth\, children bring their own unique contributions to their development. Children’s temperaments\, individuals competencies\, and cultures all influence a child’s experience of themselves in their development process as well as their experience of the people and world around them. This workshop will explore children’s perspectives on their own developmental process from birth through preschool. \nWho Should Apply\nThe course is aimed at professionals who work with young children. This includes early care educators\, family child care providers\, mental health consultants\, home visitors\, pediatricians\, and early interventionists. \nMore Details\nCertificates will be provided at the end of the six-hour course. The cost of the course\, which begins Sept. 6\, is $140 per seat. Each 90-minute live\, interactive workshop will take place at 1 p.m. ET and 10 a.m. PT on Thursdays. Sessions will be recorded\, and live Spanish translation and closed captioning will be available. \nThe dates and subject matter for the series include: \n\nSept. 5 – The Child’s Contribution to Their Developmental Process\nSept. 12 – Inside a Baby’s Mind: The Touchpoints of Infancy\nSept. 19 – Inside a Toddler’s Mind: The Touchpoints of Toddlerhood\nSept. 26 – Inside a Preschooler’s Mind: The Touchpoints of Preschool\n\nRegistration and other information can be found on Brazelton Touchpoints Center‘s website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/inside-a-childs-mind/2024-09-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20240807T192616Z
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SUMMARY:Brazelton Touchpoints Center: Families in Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will host a training course on deepening knowledge about the effect of substance use order (SUD) and prenatal exposure on families. \nLearn More\nFamilies in Recovery: Touchpoints in the Context of Substance Use Disorder will return on Sept. 10. The training opportunity is designed to enhance skills and deepen understanding of working with families affected by SUD and prenatal exposure. \nThe course will include six four-hour live sessions\, at which attendance is required to obtain 20.35 continuing education credits for physicians\, nurses\, social workers\, and psychologists. Closed captioning will be available. \nThe sessions will run from noon to 4 p.m. ET on the following dates: \n\nTuesday\, Sept. 10\nThursday\, Sept. 12\nTuesday\, Sept. 17\nThursday\, Sept. 19\nTuesday\, Sept. 24\nThursday\, Sept. 26\n\nRegistration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/brazelton-touchpoints-center-families-in-recovery/2024-09-19/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20240911T184846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T185352Z
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SUMMARY:T.E.A.C.H. Scholarships Now Available at Alvernia University
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Child Care Association (PACCA) will hold information sessions for T.E.A.C.H. scholarships that are now available at Alvernia University. \nLearn More\nPACCA has established a new partnership with Alvernia University to offer T.E.A.C.H. bachelor’s degree scholarships. The school offers a full online\, accelerated\, Early Childhood Education Bachelor’s Degree program with PK-4 teacher certification. \nInformation sessions will be held to provide information on the degree program and scholarship. \nSessions will be held on: \n\nFriday\, Sept. 13  at 1 p.m.\nWednesday\, Sept. 18 at 6:30 p.m.\n\nRegistration is now open for the Sept. 13 and Sept. 18 events.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/t-e-a-c-h-scholarships-now-available-at-alvernia-university/2024-09-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20240828T184154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T184321Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: An OST Leader's Guide to Leveraging AI
DESCRIPTION:The National Afterschool Association is hosting an upcoming webinar on a new version of an AI-powered language model. \nLearn More\nAn OST Leader’s Guide to Leveraging AI will feature a discussion on ChatGPT 4.0\, the newest version of an AI-powered\, large language model that is changing how OST professionals work. Whether one is a program director\, administrator\, or development officer\, the webinar will show attendees how to harness the power of ChatGPT to streamline operations\, enhance programming\, and boost communications. \nThose who attend the webinar will learn: \n\nThe basics of ChatGPT 4.0 – what it can do and why it is useful for the OST sector\nHow to leverage ChatGPT as a personal assistant\nHow to master prompt engineering; how to train it to understand specific needs\nTips for effective AI interaction\n\nThe webinar is designed for OST professionals who want to save time\, reduce workload\, and focus on making a difference in the lives of children and families they serve. It aims to enable attendees to walk away with practical tips and strategies to incorporate the tool into daily work. \nMore Details\nThe webinar begins at 1 p.m. ET on Wednesday\, Sept. 18. Registration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/ost-leaders-guide-to-leveraging-ai/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20231205T180209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T130807Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime at The Hub & Family Center
DESCRIPTION:Does your family need a new space to play? Are your children tired of playing at home\, but it’s getting too cold to go outside or to the park? \nJoin The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for drop-in playtime hours! The Hub & Family Center’s play space will be open for families to “drop-in” and play with new toys\, read new books\, and more! \nWhen: Weekly on Wednesdays | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nWhere: The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15208 \n*Please note that parents/caregivers must remain with their children during drop-in hours. Drop-in hours are not staff led activities and/or programming\, but staff will be on-site and able to answer any larger questions about community resources\, Hub & Family Center services\, and more!
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime-at-the-hub-family-center/2024-09-18/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T104500
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20240826T162756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T162756Z
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2024-09-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20240819T183733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T193811Z
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SUMMARY:CDA Completion Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesdays from mid-September to late October\, those working towards their Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential can join a network of fellow educators. \nLearn More\nTrying Together’s virtual CDA Completion Community of Practice is a seven-week course that offers a blend of structured learning and interactive community engagement tailored to empower CDA candidates. \nEach week\, participants will dive into individual pieces of the required CDA portfolio\, application\, and available financial assistance. The facilitator will provide step-by-step instructions and practical tips as well as answer questions to help participants navigate the complexities of the CDA credential. \nEducators must have completed the minimum 120 hours of CDA training to qualify for the course. \nThe course will run from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesdays\, from Sept. 11 to Oct. 23. Registration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/cda-completion-community-of-practice/2024-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20240809T165912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T165912Z
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SUMMARY:Skilled Trades Career Exploration Event
DESCRIPTION:CCAC’s Center for Education\, Innovation\, and Training (CEIT) will host a Skilled Trades Career Exploration Event in mid-September. \nLearn More\nThe event will include a light dinner\, special guest speaker Lance Harrell of the Master Builders’ Association\, demonstrations\, and hands-on activities from local unions. There will also be a tour showcasing the various innovation technologies of the CEIT building. \nThe event is free and parking will be provided. Any questions should be directed to Quinn Kirby at quinn@northsidechamberofcommerce.com. Event details will be provided via email the week before the event. \nThe event will run from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sept. 18 at the CEIT building\, located at 808 Ridge Ave. in Pittsburgh.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/skilled-trades-career-exploration-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T194500
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20240909T134808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T134808Z
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SUMMARY:SAC Youth with Big Emotions
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Key will host a course over the next eight months on how to manage youths’ big emotions. \nLearn More\nWhen youth have big emotions\, they might display them through various behaviors. This course will help providers identify these emotions and provide techniques to manage them. \nIt will provide an overview of brain development – including trauma – as well as provide strategies for coping\, such as co-regulation. Through reflection and assessment activities\, participants will apply knowledge learned during this course. \nParticipants can obtain 1.5 credit hours for taking the course. \nThere are four virtual sessions. Click on the following dates to register: \n\nSept. 17\, 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.\nNov. 15\, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\nFeb. 19\, 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.\nMay 22\, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/sac-youth-with-big-emotions/2024-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20240909T182448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T182821Z
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SUMMARY:Closing the Opportunity Gap for Young Children
DESCRIPTION:Pritzker Children’s Initiative will host an upcoming webinar on the challenges children face regarding healthy development. \nLearn More\nPritzer and the National Institute for Early Education Research will host “Closing the Opportunity Gap for Young Children” on Zoom. \nThe webinar will delve into a recent National Academies report of the same name that explores the challenges that many U.S. children face in accessing the conditions and resources necessary for healthy development. Presenters will discuss the causes\, costs\, and effects of the opportunity gap in children\, from birth to 8 years. \nThe webinar will also provide an overview of how policies have created and perpetuated opportunity gaps that affect children’s educational and health outcomes. \nAttendees will: \n\nGain a comprehensive understanding of factors contributing to opportunity gaps among children\, impacting their success\, health\, and future economic opportunities\nLearn about drivers of these gaps in three key domains: education\, mental health\, and physical health\nExplore actionable recommendations for policy makers and organizations aimed at closing the gaps\, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to thrive\n\nMore Details\nThe webinar will run from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET on Wednesday\, Sept. 17. \nRegistration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/closing-the-opportunity-gap-for-young-children/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20240807T192616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T194225Z
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SUMMARY:Brazelton Touchpoints Center: Families in Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will host a training course on deepening knowledge about the effect of substance use order (SUD) and prenatal exposure on families. \nLearn More\nFamilies in Recovery: Touchpoints in the Context of Substance Use Disorder will return on Sept. 10. The training opportunity is designed to enhance skills and deepen understanding of working with families affected by SUD and prenatal exposure. \nThe course will include six four-hour live sessions\, at which attendance is required to obtain 20.35 continuing education credits for physicians\, nurses\, social workers\, and psychologists. Closed captioning will be available. \nThe sessions will run from noon to 4 p.m. ET on the following dates: \n\nTuesday\, Sept. 10\nThursday\, Sept. 12\nTuesday\, Sept. 17\nThursday\, Sept. 19\nTuesday\, Sept. 24\nThursday\, Sept. 26\n\nRegistration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/brazelton-touchpoints-center-families-in-recovery/2024-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20220209T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T160301Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2024-09-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T073031
CREATED:20240911T161016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T161250Z
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SUMMARY:National Afterschool Association: Thriving Evidence Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The National Afterschool Association will host an upcoming webinar on child and youth growth and development. \nLearn More\nThriving Evidence will be a candid discussion of the current landscape of state and local policies that allow students to get credit for anywhere\, anytime learning. \nThe webinar will explore how and why these policies have come into being\, and how they have supported or unintentionally thwarted the development of robust learning ecosystems that illuminate multiple pathways toward accruing credits that matter for young adults. \nThe webinar will begin at 12 p.m. ET on Tuesday\, Sept. 17. Registration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/national-afterschool-association-thriving-evidence-webinar/
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