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SUMMARY:Tabling Tuesdays with Pittsburgh Park Rangers
DESCRIPTION:Pittsburgh Park Rangers will be hosting quick\, free activities for all ages throughout the summer in Frick Park. \nEvents\nSeed Plantings (10 a.m. to noon) \n\nJune 21\n\nBlue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\nJune 28\n\nForbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nArt Break (10 a.m. to noon) \n\nJuly 5\n\nBlue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\nJuly 12\n\nForbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\nJuly 19\n\nBlue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\nJuly 26\n\nForbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nCoffee Filter Butterflies (10 a.m. to noon) \n\nAugust 2\n\nBlue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\nAugust 9\n\nForbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\nAugust 16\n\nBlue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\nAugust 23\n\nForbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nPinecone Birdfeeders (4:30 to 6 p.m.) \n\nSeptember 6\n\nBlue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\nSeptember 23\n\nForbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tabling-tuesdays-with-pittsburgh-park-rangers/2022-06-21/
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SUMMARY:Everyday Interactions Matter: Deep and Simple Relating in Early Learning Programs
DESCRIPTION:Everyday Interactions Matter will be offering “Deep and Simple Relating in Early Learning Programs\,” a five-week course where early learning professionals will engage with the Everyday Interactions Matter approach through a process of careful observation\, discussion\, and self-reflection. \nThis professional development initiative is designed to support early learning professionals\, including owners\, directors\, and educators\, in examining the everyday moments that make up their days. Through this strengths-based process\, professionals can recognize powerful moments of connection\, sharing\, growing\, and belonging in everyday interactions with others. \nThis course begins on June 21 and is available only for early learning professionals within Allegheny County. The course consists of weekly Zoom sessions on Tuesdays from 6 – 7:30 p.m.\, along with self-paced work on Schoology over a five week period. \nRegistration is required and space will be limited. 15 hours of PQAS or Act 48 credit will be available upon completion of the full course. \nRegister now.  \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/everyday-interactions-matter-deep-and-simple-relating-in-early-learning-programs/2022-06-21/
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SUMMARY:Teaching and Learning About Race: Fantastic Practice in Early Childhood
DESCRIPTION:What does healthy and developmentally appropriate teaching and learning about race look like in early childhood classrooms? Join EmbraceRace on Wednesday\, July 13\, for a virtual conversation about how early childhood educators can to guide young children toward foundational understandings of human diversity and social justice. \nThis conversation is the second in a series called “Organizing in Defense of Children’s Racial Learning.” \nDate and Time:\nWednesday\, July 13\, at 8:30 p.m. \nSpeakers:\nVictor L. Bradley\, Jr.\, an anti-bias and anti-racist educator who believes you’re never too young to change the world. He has over 30 years of experience teaching in elementary and early childhood settings and over 20 years training and consulting to serve young children\, families\, and school communities. \nVerónica Reynoso\, a Mentor Teacher at Hilltop Children’s Center in Seattle\, Washington. She is a first generation Mexican-American\, born and raised in Chicago. She has also taught at Velma Thomas Preschool in Chicago and the Epiphany Early Learning Preschool in Seattle and has been published in Learning Together with Young Children: A Curriculum Framework for Reflective Teachers and in Exchange Magazine. She is also featured in the film Reflecting On Anti-Bias Education in Action: The Early Years. \nRegister for the event. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/teaching-and-learning-about-race-fantastic-practice-in-early-childhood/
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SUMMARY:Jeremiah's Place Hosting 4th Annual Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Join Jeremiah’s Place on Friday\, July 22\, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. for their annual Jerebear Fair. This community event will feature carnival food\, games\, music\, raffles\, and more. Additionally\, patrons can take advantage of various resources from community agencies. This outdoor event will take place at the Kingsley Association at 6435 Frankstown Ave\, rain or shine. \nJeremiah’s Place is Pittsburgh’s only crisis nursery and protects children and strengthens families by providing a safe haven of respite\, health\, renewal\, and support for children when their families are experiencing a critical need for childcare. \nVisit the Jeremiah’s Place website for more information and to register.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/jeremiahs-place-hosting-4th-annual-block-party/
LOCATION:The Kingsley Association\, 6435 Frankstown Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
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SUMMARY:HiMama Helps Webinar: Strategies for Enhancing Emotional Regulation in Young Children
DESCRIPTION:HiMama is offering a webinar on Thursday\, July 28th at 2 PM ET featuring Jan Blaxall and Janet Foster from Tools for Life! This event will explain how emotional literacy is the cornerstone of emotional regulation and outline the role educators can play in fostering this development. \nTopics will include practical strategies for how educators can support children in developing a sense of control over their emotions\, and how they can recognize and safely express these emotions. Additionally\, discussions will center around how to select and use books for emotional literacy\, and how opportunities to enhance emotional literacy happen in the classroom everyday. \nParticipants at the live event will be entered for a chance to win a $50 gift card for classroom supplies! \nInterested participants can register at HiMama’s website
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/himama-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Positive Racial Identity Professional Development Series
DESCRIPTION:Positive racial identity is crucial to the healthy development of children and their sense of whole identity and worldview. In this series\, instructors will discuss positive racial identity and its application to the early childhood setting.  \nIn partnership with Trying Together and external experts\, this course will identify the history of positive racial identity in the education setting as well as barriers such as racism and implicit bias. Instructors will move from this topic to discuss how these barriers can be confronted and how positive racial identity can be interwoven with classroom practices\, such as through literature\, resources\, and family and community partnerships. Instructors also will touch on program-wide policies that can encourage positive racial identity from a whole center approach versus an individual classroom approach. \nSession Details\nSession Dates: July 28\, August 4\, August 11\, and August 18\, 2022. The July 28\, August 4\, and August 18 sessions will be self-paced in Schoology. The August 11 session will be live via Zoom from 6 – 8 p.m. \nParticipants will receive access links after registration. \nInstructors: Judy Graca\, Allison Hritz\, Lindsey Ramsey\, Jennifer Salaway \nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the registration form by July 26\, 2022. For 15 hours of PQAS credit\, please visit the event in the PD Registry. \nMore Information\nFor questions about this course or receiving credit\, contact Allison Hritz at allison@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/positive-racial-identity-professional-development-series/2022-07-28/
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SUMMARY:Using Ages and Stages Questionnaires as a Screening Tool
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to use Ages and Stages Questionnaires as a screening tool for young children? Join Trying Together on Monday\, August 1 for a free virtual course. \nThis course is for individuals in Allegheny County.  \nAges and Stages Questionnaires Course\nDuring this virtual course\, participants will learn how to use the ASQ® and ASQ:SE® as a screening tool for children ages three months to five years old. This session will provide information on how to administer the screener\, score the screener\, and share the results with families. Presenters will also include resources for making referrals to additional services if needed. \nCourse Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Monday\, August 1\, 2022\nSession Time: 6 – 9 p.m.\nInstructor: Gloria Rodriguez-Ransom\nCore Knowledge Area: Assessment\n\n\n\nRegistration\nStep One (Event Registration)\nTo register\, complete the registration form by July 29\, 2022. Please have your PD Registry and PPID numbers available (if any). \nStep Two (Requesting Credit)\nTo receive credit\, complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form). Three PQAS and Act 48 credit hours available. \nMore Information\nFor questions about this course or receiving credit\, contact Allison Hritz at allison@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/using-ages-and-stages-questionnaires-as-a-screening-tool/
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SUMMARY:Homewood Community Health & Wellness Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will be hosting the Homewood Community Health & Wellness Summit on Saturday\, August 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in front of 7219 Kelly Street. This event is planned in coordination with the 2nd Annual Community Health & Wellness Summit\, presented by the Community Empowerment Association\, YMCA of Homewood\, and Alma Illery Health Center. \nThis free community event – coordinated with members of the Homewood Early Learning Steering Committee (HELSC) – will feature family-friendly activities surrounding dance\, art\, sports\, and resources coordinated for parents and caregivers.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/homewood-block-party-2022/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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SUMMARY:Using Ages and Stages Questionnaires as a Screening Tool
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to use Ages and Stages Questionnaires as a screening tool for young children? Join Trying Together on Monday\, August 1 for a free virtual course. \nThis course is for individuals in Allegheny County.  \nAges and Stages Questionnaires Course\nDuring this virtual course\, participants will learn how to use the ASQ® and ASQ:SE® as a screening tool for children ages three months to five years old. This session will provide information on how to administer the screener\, score the screener\, and share the results with families. Presenters will also include resources for making referrals to additional services if needed. \nCourse Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Monday\, August 8\, 2022\nSession Time: 6 – 9 p.m.\nInstructor: Gloria Rodriguez-Ransom\n\n\n\nRegistration\nStep One (Event Registration)\nTo register\, complete the registration form by August 5\, 2022. Please have your PD Registry and PPID numbers available (if any). \nStep Two (Requesting Credit)\nTo receive credit\, complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form). Three PQAS and Act 48 credit hours available. \nMore Information\nFor questions about this course or receiving credit\, contact Allison Hritz at allison@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/using-ages-and-stages-questionnaires-as-a-screening-tool-2/
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SUMMARY:Teacher Tom's Play Summit 2022
DESCRIPTION:Tom “Teacher Tom” Hobson of Teacher Tom’s Blog will be hosting a five-day Early Childhood Development Conference from Saturday\, August 13 to Wednesday\, August 17 geared for early childhood professionals\, parents\, and grandparents. This free conference will feature twenty session covering topics such as insights\, ideas\, and practical tools; elevating respect for early childhood professionals; the art & science of play-based learning; and many more. \nEach day of the summit\, participants will receive an email with a link to that day’s sessions at 12pm EST. Sessions will be available for viewing during a 24-hour window. Lifetime access to each session is available for purchase after registration. \nRegister for free before August 13 to secure your spot.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/teacher-toms-play-summit/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Trying Together OCDEL Certification Regulation Rewrite Project Feedback Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:OCDEL has invited early childhood professionals to use the OCDEL Certification Regulation Rewrite Project Feedback Tool by August 19\, 2022 to submit feedback on proposed changes to drafted proposed child care certification regulations.  \nIn preparation of the public input submission deadline\, Trying Together is hosting its OCDEL Certification Regulation Rewrite Project Feedback Meeting on Tuesday\, August 16 at Noon. This brainstorming session will serve to discuss proposed changes\, as well as give an opportunity for child care professionals to discuss their suggested changes in a peer-to-peer environment. \nThis meeting will be presented virtually on Zoom. \n  \nWHEN: Tuesday\, 8/16 | 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET \nPlease register in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYudeGgqj8sHt1nXheWUPyaGz7Vpx8d_8e1 \n  \nMORE INFORMATION \nVisit our recent post on the Certification Rewrite Project to learn more about the process\, timeline\, and how to participate.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/trying-together-ocdel-certification-regulation-rewrite-project-feedback-virtual-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom (Online Platform)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220903T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220903T123000
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SUMMARY:ECE Lending Library Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Trying Together ECE Lending Library is available for early learning providers to borrow an array of materials for their programs. In an effort to be more accommodating for instructors outside of classroom hours\, the Library has a standing open house on the first Saturday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. \n  \nLibrary Access\nVisitors can park in the lot on the right side of the building\, or on the street. Please do not park in the Carriage House Children’s Center parent pick up and drop off spots. \nTo enter the building\, please come to the side entrance on the right side of the building. From the directory\, please page to find “Lending Library” and follow the instructions on the pin pad to dial the Library. A staff member will buzz you in. If you are unable to reach someone from the directory\, please call or text Allison at 412-515-4988. NOTE: Face masks are required to enter the building and must be worn at all times inside. Take the stairs or elevator to the second floor and make a left. The Library is located in room 204 on the right hand side. \n\nChecking Out\n\n\n\nPick the items you want to borrow. \n\n\nUse a smartphone to scan the QR code on one of the items to access the check out form. An iPad with the form will be available for those who don’t have access to a smartphone. \n\n\nComplete the form and note which items you will be borrowing. \n\n\nAnyone borrowing an InspireBoard must sign an additional paper form\, which will be available at the Library. \n\n\nConsider bringing a rolling cart to transport the items. \nReturning Items\nItems must be returned to the ECE Library within 30 days. Consider bringing a rolling cart to transport the items. \nClothing must be washed and items must be sanitized before they are returned. Items also will be cleaned and sanitized once they are returned and before they are put back on the Library shelves. \nContact\nFor questions about borrowed items\, please contact the ECE Learning Library by emailing library@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/ece-lending-library-open-house/2022-09-03/
LOCATION:Trying Together Home Office\, 5604 Solway Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15217\, United States
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SUMMARY:Free Developmental Screenings for Children
DESCRIPTION:The ELRC Region 5 is hosting four Ages & Stages Questionnaires® developmental screening events during the month of September. \nFamilies with children ages two months to five years are invited to participate on the following dates: \n\nMonday\, September 12: 304 Wood Street\, Suite 400\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15222\nWednesday\, September 14: Highlands Family Center\, 415 E 4th Avenue\, Tarentum\, PA 15084\nWednesday\, September 21: Hosanna House\, 807 Wallace Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15221\nThursday\, September 22: Allegheny Family Network\, 1600 Pacific Avenue\, Natrona Heights\, 15065\n\nScreenings will be done every hour on the hour from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The screening takes 60 minutes\, and results are immediately provided. If necessary\, staff can offer referrals for full evaluations and developmental resources. \nFamilies should call 412.350.3577 or email elrc5@alleghenycounty.us to make an appointment. \nShare this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/free-developmental-screenings-for-children-september/2022-09-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T173000
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SUMMARY:Taking the Stress Out of Back-To-School: For Educators
DESCRIPTION:The Child Mind Institute recognizes that the new school year can bring new challenges for parents and educators alike. Educators play an important role in building a positive learning environment and supporting children when they experience learning challenges or behavioral problems. \nRegister Here \n  \nAbout the Event\nThe Child Mind Institute will be hosting a virtual session on Building Successful Students: How we can sharpen our skills to build a better learning environment. This hour-long call with expert clinicians. Start the year off with proactive strategies to set you and your students up for success and also discover ways to promote a positive learning environment\, prioritize the student-teacher relationship\, and foster student engagement and motivation. \nThis event will take place on Wednesday\, September 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and will be hosted by Angela Moyer MS\, CAS\, NCSP\, a nationally certified school psychologist for the School and Community Programs team at the Child Mind Institute. Ms. Moyer has a decade of experience working in diverse communities across the Northeast and Midwest. As an advocate of social justice\, Ms. Moyer works to empower marginalized families and communities by promoting the educational rights\, opportunities and well-being of all children. \nParticipants must pre-register for this webinar and will receive an invitation to their email.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/child-mind-institute-educators/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T190000
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SUMMARY:Taking the Stress Out of Back-To-School: For Parents
DESCRIPTION:The Child Mind Institute recognizes that the new school year can bring new challenges for parents and educators alike. Parents play an important role in building a positive learning support at home through being responsive to children’s learning challenges or behavioral problems. \nRegister Here \n  \nAbout the Event\nThe Child Mind Institute will be hosting a virtual session on Helping Your Child Manage Back-to-School Stress. This hour-long call with expert clinicians will help parents learn how to use reinforcement and validation to support children in managing their anxiety. Specific coping strategies will be shared\, along with information about how to tell when to seek professional support. \nThis event will take place on Wednesday\, September 14 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will be hosted by Katie Peinovich\, LCSW\, a licensed clinical social worker for the School and Community Programs team at the Child Mind Institute. Ms. Peinovich provides evidence-based trauma treatment to children in the New York City public school system and works with parents\, teachers and school administrators to deepen their understanding of childhood trauma\, its impact\, and how to connect affected children with high quality care. \nParticipants must pre-register for this webinar and will receive an invitation to their email.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/taking-the-stress-out-of-back-to-school-for-parents/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T210000
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SUMMARY:Remake Learning's Big Remake Bash
DESCRIPTION:Join Remake Learning celebrating 15 years of igniting engaging\, relevant\, and equitable learning experiences for young people throughout the greater Pittsburgh region at their Big Remake Bash on Thursday\, September 15. Participants will enjoy performances\, awards\, and activities while recognizing the past\, present\, and future work of Remake Learning. \nTrying Together will host a Pre-Bash Happy Hour from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the National Aviary. Then\, a creative\, interactive program will take place at the New Hazlett Theater from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and will be followed by a celebratory reception with food and drink in the Museum Lab next door until 9 p.m. \nRegister to attend the Pre-Bash Happy Hour and Big Remake Bash today!
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/big-remake-bash/
LOCATION:New Hazlett Theater\, 6 Allegheny Square E\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15212\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T183000
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SUMMARY:Using Email Newsletters and Facebook Groups to Communicate with Families
DESCRIPTION:Electronic communication systems can offer child care providers an opportunity to reach busy families and expand engagement. In this virtual two-hour course\, the instructor will cover best practices for sharing information with families of children who are currently in their care. Students who complete the course will understand how to effectively use digital techniques to communicate with their program’s families\, and they will be able to develop an email newsletter (MailChimp) and a Facebook Group. \nSession Details\n\nSession Date and Time: September 21\, 2022 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.\nInstructors: Heidi Winkler and Loni Gooden\nProfessional Standard Areas: Family–Teacher Partnerships and Community Connections and Professionalism as an Early Childhood Educator\n\nRegistration\nRegister online. Space is limited. Registration closes on September 20\, 2022. There is a $10 cost. \nMore Information\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Allison Hritz at allison@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/using-email-newsletters-and-facebook-groups-to-communicate-with-families/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
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SUMMARY:State Interagency Coordinating Council Family Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Families of children receiving Early Intervention (EI) Services are invited to attend the upcoming State Interagency Coordinating Council (SICC) Family Meet & Greet. \nLearn More\nThe State Interagency Coordinating Council (SICC) is a Governor appointed council that ensures integrated Early Intervention (EI) programs and services. Families of children who receive EI services can participate in this virtual event to meet one another\, network\, and share resources with each other. This event will take place on Thursday\, October 6 from 11:30 a.m. until 12:15 p.m.  The SICC Meeting will immediately follow. Participation in this following meeting is optional\, but welcome. \nFamilies must register for this event and can direct any questions to Sadia Batool at c-sabatool@pa.gov.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/state-interagency-coordinating-council-family-meet-greet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
CREATED:20221006T212922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T213135Z
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SUMMARY:Structure and Clear Limits
DESCRIPTION:How do you prevent chaos in a youth environment without stifling youth’s positive energy? Youth need structure and clear limits in order to feel safe. This interactive workshop helps participants analyze the level of structure in their programs and practice identifying and maintaining clear limits. Appropriate structure and clear limits can provide stability\, predictability\, and organization for youth—a safe and productive space for learning! \nLearn more and register on the Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time (APOST) website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/structure-and-clear-limits/
LOCATION:CoLab18\, 100 S Commons\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15212\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
CREATED:20220926T190636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T174933Z
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SUMMARY:Candidates on the Record: Kids and the Economy
DESCRIPTION:As we look ahead to November’s election\, it’s important to know where your candidates stand on topics like early care and education. Children First Action Fund is hosting a series of candidate conversations across the commonwealth (both in-person and virtual) to ask questions on a range of issues\, including early care and education. \nAllegheny County Candidate Conversation\nBefore you vote\, find out what your candidates think on jobs\, the economy\, and child care. Children First Action Fund is hosting a virtual candidate conversation with candidates running for PA House Districts 30 and 33 and Senate District 38. \nAllegheny County Candidate Conversation\nTuesday\, October 11\, 2022 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. \nRegister today \nLearn More\nDon’t have a candidate conversation happening in your area? Check out Children First Action Fund’s candidates’ webpage to see if your candidate has filled out a survey on where they stand. \nLearn more about what candidates have to say and talk to others who want to prioritize early care and education by joining the Child Care Voters Facebook Group.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/candidates-on-the-record-kids-and-the-economy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
CREATED:20221017T130326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T130822Z
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SUMMARY:Track and Treat 2022 presented by CitiParks
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center and Buzzword will be in attendance during this year’s Track and Treat event presented by CitiParks. This annual event will take place on Saturday\, October 22 from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. at Bud Harris Cycling Track. \nCitiparks Track and Treat is a FREE\, fun\, seasonal event that promotes health and wellness\, bike safety and more! Children and families can ride around the Bud Harris Cycling Track in their Halloween Costumes\, participate in a costume contest\, decorate pumpkins and enjoy seasonal enrichment and entertainment! Bring your bike or you can get one there! \nFor more information\, visit pittsburghpa.gov/citiparks/track-treat.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/track-and-treat-2022-presented-by-citiparks/
LOCATION:Bud Harris Cycling Track\, 1401 Washington Blvd\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
CREATED:20221005T185555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T203602Z
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SUMMARY:City of Pittsburgh Lead Safe Child Care Registry
DESCRIPTION:On November 30\, 2021\, Pittsburgh City Council passed a Lead Safety Law to protect the public from the dangers of lead-based hazards. Child-occupied facilities (including active child care programs\, pre-schools\, or kindergarten classrooms) located in Pre-1978 buildings are required to register with the Department of Permits\, Licenses\, and Inspections (PLI) by December 31\, 2022. \nPLI will be offering two virtual trainings via Zoom on October 25 to assist child- occupied facilities with the OneStopPGH registration process. \n\n\nRegister for the training at 1 p.m. \n\n\nRegister for the training at 6:30 p.m. \n\n\nRegister your facility online: pittsburghpa.gov/pli/child-care-facility-registry \nMore information on PLI’s Licensing Rules and Regulations.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/city-of-pittsburgh-lead-safe-child-care-registry/2022-10-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
CREATED:20220919T171615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T171615Z
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SUMMARY:Everyday Interactions Matter: Deep and Simple in School Age Care
DESCRIPTION:Child care providers in Allegheny County may participate in a seven-hour course\, “Everyday Interactions Matter: Deep and Simple in School Age Care.” \nSessions will take place via Zoom on Wednesday evenings from October 26 to November 9\, at 6:30 – 8 p.m.  Additional self-paced homework will be assigned via Schoology. \nThe cost is $35. Registration is available on the Trying Together website. \nCourse Description\nThe primary ingredient of quality in school age settings begins with the “everyday interactions” between educators and children. These simple and ordinary moments that take place during play\, transition\, and daily routines form the foundation for learning and growth.   \nIn this three-week course\, school-age learning professionals will engage with the Everyday Interactions Matter approach through a process of careful observation\, discussion\, and self-reflection. Educators will evaluate the impact their ordinary interactions have on child development and the overall quality of programming in their learning communities.  Course experiences offer school-age educators the chance to cultivate professional self-awareness and community building.  Through the Everyday Interactions Matter approach\, educators recognize powerful moments of connecting\, sharing\, learning\, and belonging in their everyday interactions with school age children. \nMore Information\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Allison Hritz at allison@tryingtogether.org. \nAbout Everyday Interactions Matter\nEveryday Interactions Matter (EIM) is a professional development initiative designed to help early childhood educators learn and grow from their own practice. Through a strengths-based process of observation\, discussion\, and reflection\, educators take a close look at the everyday moments they share with children. Video footage of adult-child interactions serves as the raw material for facilitating professional growth.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/everyday-interactions-matter-deep-and-simple-in-school-age-care-2/2022-10-26/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T140000
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SUMMARY:Embedding Equity-focused Family and Parent Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Pritzker Children’s Initiative is hosting the webinar “Embedding Equity-focused Family and Parent Leadership” with the National Center for Family and Parent Leadership. \nAbout\nWhat: In the prenatal-to-three space\, families who would most benefit from new practices or interventions are seldom genuinely involved in co-creating systemic solutions. In this webinar\, presenters will discuss the concept of equity as a central focus of authentic parent collaboration and leadership. To best realize equity-focused practices for family and parent leadership\, systems and organizations must set intentional goals for increasing access\, removing barriers\, and ensuring accountability and community safety. \nDuring the webinar panelists will: \n\nShare a framework that has proved useful in the context of local government to develop policy that is equity-focused and responsive to community members’ vulnerabilities and needs;\nDiscuss how accessibility\, safety\, and utility merge with the National Center for Family and Parent Leadership’s five practices for embedding equity-focused family and parent leadership; and\nShare examples from parent-leaders who have worked with\, and within\, bureaucratic environments to create and implement equitable practices for the engagement of family and parent leaders.\n\nWhen: Thursday\, November 3\, 1 – 2 p.m. \nWho: \n\nChandra Jones\, Parent Leader & Owner\, The Parent Engagement Group\, LLC\nDr. Francisco J. Villegas\, Arcus Center for Social Justice Leadership Associate Professor of Sociology\, Kalamazoo College\nJacob Pinney-Johnson\, Parent Leadership Consultant\, Early Childhood Investment Corporation & Health Director\, Fatherhood Network\nNatalia Carvalho-Pinto\, Director of Equity and Leadership\, Early Childhood Investment Corporation\n\nRegister online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/embedding-equity-focused-family-and-parent-leadership/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
CREATED:20221021T162437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T170211Z
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SUMMARY:Building Relationships with Preschool Children
DESCRIPTION:Healthy social and emotional development during the preschool years is foundational to children’s development in all other areas. Research shows that fostering positive relationships in the early years is key to that healthy development. \nNurturing and responsive relationships are also the foundation of the Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) framework. This webinar will discuss the importance of social and emotional development for preschoolers. Learn ways teachers and family child care providers can use the PBS framework to build relationships with the children in their care. \nKey topics discussed during this webinar include: \n\nThe importance of social and emotional skills as the foundation of healthy child development\,\nPractical strategies through the PBS framework that foster healthy relationships with preschool children.\n\nRegister now.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/building-relationships-with-preschool-children/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of Head Start":MAILTO:HeadStartinfo@acf.hhs.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
CREATED:20221027T190042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221104T184123Z
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SUMMARY:BUZZ\, BUZZ\, BUZZ at The Hub!
DESCRIPTION:Join Buzzword for an in-person family event on Wednesday\, November 9\, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. at The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center where there will be food\, crafts/activities\, music\, dancing\, and plenty of reading opportunities for children. \nDinner will be served from 5:30 – 5:55 p.m. \nFrom 6 – 7 p.m.\, there will be a number of activities from the following Buzzword Collaborative Member organizations: \n\nPittsburgh Cultural Trust\nPittsburgh Parks Conservancy\nCarnegie Science Center\nTrying Together / The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\n\nThose who attend will also get an opportunity to explore the Buzzword signature “BUZZ Box\,” a family engagement kit complete with a high quality children’s book and enriching activities and that support early literacy skills and development \nCarlow’s Dyslexia Center and Learning Lab will also be available to talk about literacy offerings and provide resources. \nCheck out the event flyer for more details: Buzzword-BBBattheHUB-Flyer_Digital
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/buzz-buzz-buzz-at-the-hub/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
CREATED:20221024T233101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T233233Z
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SUMMARY:Race and the Early Childhood Profession: Why We Can't Look Away
DESCRIPTION:The P.R.I.D.E. Program is hosting a virtual speaker series event\, Thursday\, November 10\, 2022\, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. \nDuring “Race and the Early Childhood Profession: Why We Can’t Look Away\,” Dr. Aisha White\, Director of the P.R.I.D.E. Program\, will moderate a conversation with authors of the instructive book\, Don’t Look Away: Embracing ANTI-BIAS Classrooms and it’s significance to early education and educators. \nThe program will also include a share from creative guest and Senior Early Learning Specialist\, Lisa Browne\, MEd.\, a question and answer period\, and book raffle. \nRegister online. \nShare this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/race-and-the-early-childhood-profession-why-we-cant-look-away/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
CREATED:20221012T175256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T175222Z
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SUMMARY:Cultural Consciousness and Awareness in the Early Childhood Field
DESCRIPTION:All child care staff of Department of Human Services certified child care providers that participate with Child Care Works (CCW) are required to take a minimum of one professional development training in Child Development annually. \n“Cultural Consciousness and Awareness in the Early Childhood Field” will give participants an opportunity to engage in a conversation about the role cultural consciousness and awareness plays in the Early Childhood Education field. The instructor will provide a forum for respectful dialogue where participants can share their experiences with race and how it relates to their work with young children. The instructor will discuss the importance of family culture is integral to child development and will discuss strategies to include/maintain responsiveness to family cultural practices. Space will also be provided for self-reflection and group discussions about current teaching practice. \nSession Details\nInstructors: Allison Hritz and Judy Graca\nTime: 6 – 8 p.m.\nCost: $10\nDates: \n\nRegister – November 22\, 2022\nRegister – January 26\, 2023\nRegister – May 16\, 2023
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/cultural-consciousness-and-awareness-in-the-early-childhood-field/2022-11-22/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
CREATED:20221116T195858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T195858Z
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SUMMARY:State Interagency Coordinating Council Family Meet and Greet
DESCRIPTION:Families of children receiving Early Intervention (EI) Services are invited to attend the upcoming State Interagency Coordinating Council (SICC) Family Meet & Greet. \nLearn More\nThe State Interagency Coordinating Council (SICC) is a Governor appointed council that ensures integrated Early Intervention (EI) programs and services. Families of children who receive EI services can participate in this virtual event to meet one another\, network\, and share resources with each other. This event will take place on Thursday\, December 1 from 11:30 a.m. until 12:15 p.m.  The SICC Meeting will immediately follow. Participation in this following meeting is optional\, but welcome. \nFamilies must register for this event and can direct any questions to Sadia Batool at c-sabatool@pa.gov.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/state-interagency-coordinating-council-family-meet-and-greet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155618
CREATED:20221205T144948Z
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SUMMARY:Buzzword In-Person Event at The Kingsley Association Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Buzzword for an in-Person family event on Saturday\, December 10\, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. at The Kingsley Association where there will be snacks\, activities\, music\, dancing\, and crafts for children\, as well as a reading of “The Nutcracker”\, followed by a special Nutcracker dance instruction from Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. \nLunch will be served from 1:30 – 2:00 p.m. \nFrom 2 – 2:30 p.m.\, Pittsburgh Ballet Theater will lead a singing of “The Buzzword Song” and then a reading of “The Nutcracker” \nNext from 2:30 – 3 p.m.\, Pittsburgh Ballet Theater will hold a Nutcracker dance instruction. Children will learn 2 new dances. Get ready to move your body and join the dance party! \nFinally\, children will get the chance to get crafty with a few Activity Stations hosted by Buzzword collaborative members: \n\nPittsburgh Ballet Theater\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\nEast Liberty Family Center\nTrying Together\n\nThose that attend will also get an opportunity to learn more about the Buzzword program and our signature “BUZZ Box”\, a family engagement kit complete with a high-quality children’s book and enriching activities that support early literacy skills and development. \nDon’t worry adults\, you’ll be able to join in on the fun as we raffle off a gift basket! \nFor more information or questions\, contact Katie at katiek@tryingtogether.org. \nCheck out the event flyer for more details\, or check-in for the event on the Buzzword Facebook page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/buzzword-in-person-event-at-the-kingsley-association-center/
LOCATION:The Kingsley Association\, 6435 Frankstown Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
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