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SUMMARY:Fixing Bullet Points
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Family Engagement - Tools for Positive Partnering
DESCRIPTION:Child Care Professionals: Want to learn how to leverage families’ strengths\, maintain positive relationships\, and connect families with community supports? Join Trying Together on Wednesday\, April 14 for our online course\, “Connections and Conversations: Strengthening Family Engagement – Tools for Positive Partnering.” \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 with child development experts while interacting with early learning practitioners to share questions\, experiences\, and expertise. \nIn this workshop\, child care professionals will learn to use the Trying Together Family Engagement Toolkit toward enriching their family engagement practice. During this “how-to”\, participants will learn to navigate the online toolkit as well as discuss ways in which they can leverage families’ strengths\, maintain positive relationships\, and connect families with community support and resources. \nCourse Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Wednesday\, April 14\, 2021 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nInstructors: Sarah Grubb and Serena Washington\n\n\n\n\nCore Knowledge Competency (CKC): K3.6 C1 – Identify intentional practices designed to acknowledge and value the strengths of families and to create positive\, reciprocal relationships with diverse families.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nSTEP ONE (EVENT REGISTRATION)\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Space is limited\, so register today to save your spot. Registration will close on Monday\, April 12 at 5 p.m. Please have your PD Registry Number available (if any). \nSTEP TWO (RECEIVING CREDIT)\nOne hour of PQAS credit is available. To receive credit\, participants must complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the 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 course questions\, contact Sarah Grubb at sarah.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or Serena Washington at serena@tryingtogether.org. For questions about credit\, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/family-engagement-tools/
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SUMMARY:Black Maternal Health: An American Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Join Adagio Health in recognizing Black Maternal Health Week by attending their online event “Black Maternal Health: An American Crisis” on Thursday\, April 15. \nAbout\nBlack women in the U.S. routinely experience poor maternal health outcomes\, including disproportionately high rates of death related to pregnancy or childbirth\, irrespective of income and education levels. The Better Health Outcomes Speaker Series seeks to further engagement and advocacy around issues that have taken on new importance during the COVID-19 pandemic: Food Insecurity\, Black Maternal Health\, Behavioral Health\, and Racial Health Disparities. \nThis event will focus on Black Maternal Health and will feature the following presenters: \n\n\n\nDr. Dara Mendez\, Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh\nMember of the Infant Mortality Collaborative for Allegheny County and the Pennsylvania Maternal Mortality Review Committee\n\n\n\n\nRepresentative Morgan Cephas (D-Philadelphia)\nChairwoman of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus Subcommittee on Women and Girls of Color\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the Adagio Health website. Enter the code “FREE” to receive free registration for this event.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/black-maternal-health/
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SUMMARY:Leaning into Culturally-grounded Anti-bias Child Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in exploring how child assessments can better capture the assets and competencies of children of color? Join Research Professor Iheoma Iruka on April 15 for “Leaning into Culturally-grounded Anti-bias Child Assessment.” \nAbout\nChild assessment plays a critical role in supporting children’s school readiness by providing early childhood educators with important information about children’s assets\, growth\, and potential\, as well as areas needing strengthening. For assessment to meet the standards of developmentally appropriate practice\, it must be authentic and strengths-based. That is\, children should be assessed in the context of their daily routines and activities as they engage with familiar materials through an asset frame. \nUnfortunately\, there is evidence that children of color\, especially Black children\, are often assessed as less cognitively\, linguistically\, and socially astute than their peers. There is a need to transform child assessments as an equity tool to support children in a racially-affirming and holistic way. This means interrogating the content\, purpose\, and goals of the assessments\, and the role of adults’ biases\, behaviors\, and the learning environment. \nFeatured Topics\nBy attending this webinar\, participants will: \n\n\n\nunderstand the purposes and goals of child assessments\,\n\n\n\n\nexamine how adult behaviors and environment may influence child assessments\, and\n\n\n\n\nexplore how child assessments can better capture the assets and competencies of Black children and other children of color.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. If you cannot participate at the scheduled time\, you can still register to receive a webinar recording link. Certificates will be available for those who complete the webinar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/anti-bias/
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SUMMARY:ECE Apprenticeship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how apprenticeship can help accomplish your degree\, credential\, and professional development goals? Join Trying Together on April 15 for our “ECE Apprenticeship Informational Night.” \nAbout\nDuring this informational session\, participants will learn about the importance of workforce development in the early childhood field including degree attainment\, credentials\, and professional development. Participants will also learn about apprenticeship as a means to accomplish those goals and receive an overview of our exciting and innovative program. Our valued partners from Literacy Pittsburgh will also be on hand to discuss their services available to our apprentices. \nSession Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Thursday\, April 15\, 2021\nSession Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.\nPresenter: Lindsey Vicoria-Bucki\, Professional Growth Specialist\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Registration closes on Tuesday\, April 13\, 2021\, at 5 p.m. \nMore Information\nFor questions about the event\, contact Lindsey Vicoria-Bucki at lindseyv@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/ece-apprenticeship-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T120000
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SUMMARY:Black Maternal Health Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the Black Mamas Matter Alliance from April 16 – 17 for their “Black Maternal Health Virtual Conference.” \nAbout\nFounded and led by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA)\, the Black Maternal Health Conference (BMHC) is the premiere assembly for Black women\, clinicians\, professionals\, advocates\, and other stakeholders working to improve maternal health using birth justice\, reproductive justice\, and human rights frameworks. This year’s virtual conference will offer a national space for learning\, rich discussions\, and mobilization to transform Black maternal health\, rights\, and justice. \nIndividuals who participate will deepen their understanding of contributing factors to Black maternal health outcomes; learn about and ideate community-driven program\, care\, and policy solutions; gain skills to engage more effectively in evidence-based advocacy; comprehend the current evidence base and identify ongoing research needs; and explore how culture is a necessary and powerful part of healing and resistance. \nConference Objectives\n\n\n\nBuild capacity of Black leaders in maternal health to shape programs\, policy\, and care and engage in evidence-based advocacy.\n\n\n\n\nDisseminate best practices to address critical issues in Black maternal health from different sectors including research\, care\, policy\, and culture shift.\n\n\n\n\nGrow a community and network of stakeholders committed to improving Black maternal health.\n\n\n\n\nCultivate a space of love\, respect\, and listening that centers the voices and experiences of Black Mamas\, Black Birthworkers\, Black scholars\, and Black Women leaders.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the Black Mamas Matter website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/bmhc-2021/2021-04-16/
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SUMMARY:Pre-K Explore Day 2021
DESCRIPTION:Join ALCOSAN on April 17 as they celebrate young learners (ages three to six) during their Pre-K Explore Day! \nAbout\nDuring this event\, children will virtually explore the science of ALCOSAN’s wastewater treatment process through interactive and engaging science experiments. Materials will be provided. Children must live or attend an Early Childhood Program in the ALCOSAN service area. \nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Registration is required. Share this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pre-k-explore/
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SUMMARY:Pediatric CPR\, AED\, First Aid\, and Fire Safety Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in receiving a certification in Pediatric CPR\, AED\, First Aid\, and Fire Safety? Join The Life Safety Pro Founder Jeremy Manke for a blended (online and in-person) Pediatric CPR\, AED\, and First Aid Training course. Completion of this module meets the required hours of professionals in Pennsylvania plus mandated health and safety education requirements. \nCourse Overview\nPlease read the Full Course Details before registering. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Jeremy Manke\, Founder\, The Life Safety Pro\nCost: \n\n$45 for Pediatric CPR\, AED\, and First Aid Training\n$55 for Pediatric CPR\, AED\, First Aid\, and Fire Safety Training\n\n\nOnline Training Session (Required) \n\nRegistrants will receive the online training link in their email after registration.\nMust be completed at least two days prior to the in-person session (by Thursday\, April 15).\nIncludes approximately four hours of self-paced\, online training content.\n\n\nIn-Person Training Session (Required) \n\nDate: Saturday\, April 17\, 2021\nLocation: Kinder Academy\, 1005 Beaver Grade Rd\, Moon Twp\, PA 15108\nAvailable Times: 10 – 11:15 a.m.\, 11:30 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.\, 1 – 2:15 p.m.\, or 2:30 – 3:45 p.m.\n\n\n\n\n\nFull Course Details\nThe certification received through this course is PA Keys Approved and meets the CPR and First Aid requirements for child care professionals in Pennsylvania. As a blended course\, this training consists of two parts: \nPart One: Online Training\nPart One includes a self-paced\, asynchronous online training session. After registering\, you will receive a training link via email to complete the required CPR and First Aid online videos. This portion will take approximately four hours to complete. While participants can complete the training videos at their own pace\, all online training must be complete at least two days before attending the in-person training session. \nIf a participant does not complete the online training\, they cannot participate in the in-person session. \nPart Two: In-Person Training\nPart Two includes a one-hour in-person skills training session where participants will demonstrate CPR and First Aid skills from the online training. The instructor will walk participants through the session and answer questions. Hands-on fire extinguisher training and a Fire Safety PowerPoint presentation will be available to participants that added Fire Safety to their registration. \nTimeslots will be used to limit the number of participants. A limited number of participants will be assigned to each mannequin. Masks must be worn at all times unless asked to remove for demonstration purposes. \nTwo-Step Registration\nStep One\nPlease register for this course using the online registration form. Pediatric CPR\, AED\, and First Aid Training will cost $45. Attendees can choose to add Fire Safety Training for an additional $10 ($55 total). \nRegistration closes on Thursday\, April 15 at 11:55 p.m. Limited timeslot spots are available. \nStep Two\nYou will receive a confirmation email to the email you included in your online registration. Please click on the training link in that email to access the online training sessions. All online sessions must be completed by Thursday\, April 15\, 2021. \nMore Information\nFor questions about course content\, contact Jeremy Manke at 412.712.7146 or jeremy@thelifesafetypro.com. For questions about registration\, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/cpr-fire-safety/
LOCATION:Kinder Academy\, 1005 Beaver Grade Rd\, Moon Twp\, 15108
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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in receiving a three-year Mental Health First Aid certification? Check out Pennsylvania Head Start Association’s virtual course\, “Mental Health First Aid.” \nAbout\nLike CPR training helps a non-medical professional assist an individual following a heart attack\, Mental Health First Aid helps an individual who does not have clinical training assist someone experiencing a mental health crisis. In both situations\, the goal is to help support an individual until appropriate professional help arrives. \nParticipants will receive a digital manual and participant guide. Upon satisfactory completion of the course\, participants will be certified Mental Health First Aiders for three years. \nRegistration\nThis training will be hosted virtually on Zoom. Approximately two to two and a half hours of work is required in advance of the training session. To register and learn more\, visit the event webpage. Space is limited. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact kayle@paheadstart.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/mental-health-first-aid/2021-04-20/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pennsylvania Head Start Association":MAILTO:stateoffice@paheadstart.org
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SUMMARY:Advocacy for Family and Group Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in meeting with elected officials to advocate for early childhood? Join Trying Together on Tuesday\, April 20 for our free online course\, “Crafting & Sharing Your Message: Advocacy for Family and Group Child Care Providers.” \nAbout\nEffective messaging helps advocates communicate key points to their audience that can potentially influence their level of support. This workshop is intended to connect advocacy knowledge and expertise in ECE to advocacy actions. Presenters will review early childhood research and effective messaging such as brain science\, return on investment\, impact on the workforce and business community\, and high-quality teaching. \nThe focus of the workshop will be geared specifically toward family child care and group child care providers. Attendees will leave the workshop with talking points and resources for meeting with elected officials to advocate for early childhood. \nCourse Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Tuesday\, April 20\, 2021\n\n\n\n\nSession Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nInstructors: Emily Neff\, Cristina Codario\, and Lindsey Ramsey\n\n\n\n\nCKC: K6.10 C2 – Participate in informed and ethical advocacy activities in the community and professionally that: articulate well-developed perspectives on the challenges facing the early childhood profession including the impact of public policy; advocate for sound educational practices and policies; and advocate for appropriate services and funding.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nStep One (Event Registration)\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Space is limited\, so register today to save your spot. Registration will close on April 18 at 5 p.m. Please have your PD Registry and PPID Numbers available (if any). \nStep Two (Receiving Credit)\nOne hour of PQAS credit will be available. To receive credit\, participants must complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form). \nMore Information\nFor questions about the session\, please contact Emily Neff at emily@tryingtogether.org. For questions regarding course credit\, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/child-care-advocacy/
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SUMMARY:Childhood Activities: Physical Activity and COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning about socially distanced physical activities for children ages two to five years old? Join the Pennsylvania Head Start Association on Wednesday\, April 21 for their online event\, “Early Childhood Physical Activities: Physical Activity and COVID-19.” \nAbout\nThe COVID-19 pandemic has prompted numerous changes in early childhood practices\, including the recommendation to maintain a physical distance of at least six feet from others. Learn ideas for physical activities that can still be enjoyed by young children while striving to maintain physical distancing. These physical activities use inexpensive equipment and are fun for two- to five-year-old children to play and adults to lead. \nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the online registration page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/childhood-activities-physical/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pennsylvania Head Start Association":MAILTO:stateoffice@paheadstart.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T190000
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski
DESCRIPTION:Join What School Could Be on April 21 to hear from Remake Learning founder Gregg Behr and co-author Ryan Rydzewski on their newly-released book about Mr. Rogers — When You Wonder\, You’re Learning. \nAbout\nPittsburgh has spawned two major contributions to educating our youth — Mr. Rogers and Remake Learning. During this session\, participants will meet Remake Learning’s founder\, Gregg Behr\, and co-author Ryan Rydzewski of their just-released new book about Mr. Rogers — When You Wonder\, You’re Learning. Participants will be flooded by childhood memories\, and marvel at how the values of Fred Rogers pointed us to such an inspiring vision of education. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the online event page. \nMore Information\nThis event is part of the Game Changer Series\, a collection of conversations between Ted Dintersmith and some of the leading education changemakers. To view additional events\, visit the What School Could Do website. To learn more about the book\, visit the When You Wonder website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/when-you-wonder/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T193000
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SUMMARY:ELRC Region 5: Ask the Coaches (STAR 3/4 Standards)
DESCRIPTION:Allegheny County child care owners\, directors\, and teaching staff: Do you have questions about Keystone STARS 3/4 Standards? Join ELRC Region 5 on April 22 for their online discussion\, “ELRC Region 5: Ask the Coaches.” \nAbout\nEarly Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5 Quality Coaches will a host one-hour discussion for Allegheny County child care owners\, directors\, and teaching staff to ask questions\, network with peers\, and learn about resources that support all things Keystone STARS. \nAdditional discussions will be held on the fourth Thursday of every month via Zoom. Discussion topics will vary based on participant feedback and current events. One PQAS credit hour will be available. \nCourse Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Thursday\, April 22\, 2021 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSession Topic: Keystone STARS 3/4 Standards\n\n\n\n\nInstructors: Kathy Wolfe\, Holly Cessna\, and Nicole Paulovich\n\n\n\n\nCKC: K6.3 C1 and K6.6 C1\n\n\n\nRegistration\nSTEP ONE (EVENT REGISTRATION)\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Registration will close on Monday\, April 20 at 5 p.m. Space is limited. Please have your PD Registry Number available. \nSTEP TWO (RECEIVING CREDIT)\nOne PQAS credit hour will be available. To receive credit\, participants must complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form). \nMore Information\nFor questions about the session\, please contact Jillian Miller at jillian.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us. For questions about course credit\, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/ask-coaches-stars/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T180000
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SUMMARY:Pittsburgh Mayoral Forum (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:PUMP and Urban League Young Professionals of Greater Pittsburgh are co-hosting a Pittsburgh Mayoral Candidate Forum on Tuesday\, April 27. \nAbout\nThe forum will focus on issues important to young Pittsburgh and provide an opportunity for all candidates to share their vision for the future of our city and share their perspectives on issues that matter to young Pittsburgh. All candidates who have qualified for the ballot have been invited to the event\, including: \n\nEd Gainey\nTony Moreno\nBill Peduto\nMike Thompson\n\nHow to Watch\nThis virtual event will be broadcast on the PUMP and ULYP‘s Facebook pages and will start promptly at 6 p.m. To tune in\, visit their Facebook pages. \nRegister\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Registration is encouraged but not required. All registrants will be kept up to date and notified of any changes prior to the event.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pittsburgh-mayoral-forum-virtual/
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SUMMARY:Trying Together Annual Celebration (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:During the Month of the Young Child (April)\, Trying Together will host a free three-day Virtual Annual Celebration to celebrate the important work of early childhood. Early educators\, families\, and other individuals who support young children are invited to enjoy LIVE Happy Together Half-Hour sessions; presentations from Trying Together Executive Director Cara Ciminillo and keynote speaker Dr. Denisha Jones; and more! \nCelebration Agenda\nTrying Together’s Virtual Annual Celebration will take place from April 27 – 29\, 2021 on Zoom\, with sessions available from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Each event will feature the following sessions: \n\n\n\n6:30 p.m.  |  LIVE Happy Together Half-Hour\nAttendees may select a breakout room\, each with an interactive activity to choose from including: yoga\, trivia\, PowerPoint Karaoke\, and a brief screening of the early education documentary\, No Small Matter followed by a group discussion.\n\n\n7:00 – 8:00 p.m.  |  Encore Program\nGuests will hear from Cara Ciminillo\, Trying Together Executive Director about the past year’s accomplishments as well as highlights of things to look forward to in 2021 and beyond. This year’s honoree will be Marc Cherna\, the newly retired Director of the Allegheny County Department of Human Services. This year’s keynote speaker will be Dr. Denisha Jones.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo participate in these events\, individuals must register online. One gift box will be mailed by Friday\, April 9 for each person who completes their registration by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday\, April 4\, 2021. Registration will remain open until 6:00 p.m. on Monday\, April 26\, 2021. Individuals who register after April 4 will not receive a gift box. \nOur Keynote Speaker\nDenisha Jones is the Director of the Art of Teaching Program at Sarah Lawrence College. She is a former kindergarten teacher and preschool director who spent the past 16 years in teacher education. Denisha is an education justice advocate and activist. She serves as the Co-Director for Defending the Early Years\, Inc\, and is the Assistant Executive Director for the Badass Teachers Association. Since 2017\, she has served on the steering committee for the national Black Lives Matter at School movement. In 2020 she joined the organizing committee for Unite to Save Our Schools. Her first co-edited book\, Black Lives Matter at School: An Uprising for Educational Justice\, was published in December 2020 by Haymarket Books. \nAbout Month of the Young Child\nFirst established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in 1971\, the Week of the Young Child is an opportunity to focus public attention on the needs of young children and their families and to recognize the early childhood programs and services that meet those needs. \nOver the years\, with growing interest and focus\, Trying Together designated the entire month of April as the Month of The Young Child (MOYC). MOYC is a time to plan how we will better meet the needs of all young children\, families\, caregivers\, and early care and education professionals.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/annual-celebration-virtual/2021-04-27/
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SUMMARY:Listening to Transgender Children\, Transforming Ourselves
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how to support transgender children? Join Brazelton Touchpoints Center on April 28 for their online event “Listening to Transgender Children\, Transforming Ourselves.” \nAbout\nThis event will feature Debi Jackson\, a nationally-known advocate for transgender rights. She is the mother of a transgender child and frequently travels to speak about transgender children. Recently\, she was awarded the 2016 Role Model Award by the National Education Association’s GLBT Caucus. \nRegistration\nThis event is a part of Brazelton Touchpoint Center’s Learning to Listen: Conversations for Change series. To register\, complete the online registration form. Spanish language translation will be available.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/transgender-children/
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SUMMARY:Start Strong PA Provider and Family Field Forums: Building a Stronger Child Care System through the American Rescue Plan
DESCRIPTION:Child care providers and families are invited to virtual forums to share their pandemic experiences and make recommendations for how they feel the American Rescue Plan federal dollars should be spent in Pennsylvania. \nAbout\nStart Strong PA is hosting virtual forums to gather feedback from child care providers and the families they serve in order to make recommendations to the Wolf Administration for how the American Rescue Plan funds should be spent. \nThe American Rescue Plan includes $24 billion for child care stabilization\, $15 billion for the Child Care Development Block Grant\, and $3.55 billion in the Child Care Entitlement to States. Pennsylvania is estimated to be awarded $1.18 billion.  \nThe child care sector was in crisis before the COVID-19 pandemic\, with eligible families unable to access child care subsidy\, poverty-level wages for early childhood educators\, and razor thin margins for providers. The child care sector has been pushed to the brink of collapse by the pandemic. Federal relief over the last year has helped many providers\, however between March 2020 and February 2021\, 592 Pennsylvania providers have closed permanently and 363 have temporarily closed.  Child care providers are still incurring additional pandemic related costs while operating significantly under capacity.  \nRegister\n\nAllegheny County Forum | May 4\, 2021\n10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.\nRegister\nSouthwestern PA Forum | May 11\, 2021\n(Lawrence\, Butler\, Armstrong\, Indiana\, Somerset\, Fayette\, Greene\, Washington\, Beaver\, and Westmoreland counties)\n10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.\nRegister\n\nBoth forums will be held virtually via Zoom. Registration is required to receive an attendance link. \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/start-strong-pa-provider-and-family-field-forums-building-a-stronger-child-care-system-through-the-american-rescue-plan/2021-05-04/
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SUMMARY:2021 Brown Mama Monologues
DESCRIPTION:Join Brown Mamas in celebrating the beauty\, diversity\, trials\, and triumphs of Black motherhood by attending their virtual “Brown Mama Monologues” event on May 4\, 2021. \nAbout\nThe Brown Mama Monologues is an annual showcase of eight African-American mothers telling unique stories about the trials and triumphs of mothering in color. The show gives a platform to Black mothers in need of an opportunity to share their motherhood narrative and provides an opportunity to diversify and add color to the American motherhood narrative. \nThis event will be hosted by past storyteller\, well-known life coach\, and CEO of When She Thrives\, Mrs. Tiffany Huff-Strothers. Event hosts will be giving out signature Mommy Awards to three women. Featured mothers will discuss a range of topics\, including miscarriage\, homeschooling\, police raids\, being daddy’s girl\, and more. \nRegistration\nThis event will be live-streamed on Facebook and Crowdcast. To register and learn more\, visit the event page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/brown-mama-monologues/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T133000
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SUMMARY:The Dying of the Vine: U.S. Black Maternal Mortality
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Pittsburgh on May 5 for their town hall series event “The Dying of the Vine: U.S. Black Maternal Mortality” to hear from a panel of experts as they discuss racial disparities in maternal health. \nAbout\nThis event is a part of the This Is Not “Normal”: Allyship and Advocacy in the Age of COVID-19 town hall series. Participants will hear from a panel of experts as they discuss the jarring racial disparities in maternal health and how healthcare systems and professionals can address these systemic racial inequities. \nPanelists include:\n\n\n\nBetty Jean Braxter – Associate Professor\, Health Promotion & Development | Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education\, School of Nursing\, University of Pittsburgh\n\n\n\n\nJada Shirriel – Chief Executive Officer\, Healthy Start Pittsburgh\n\n\n\n\nSonya Borrero – Director\, Center for Women’s Health Research and Innovation | Professor of Medicine; Clinical and Translational Science; and Obstetrics\, Gynecology\, and Reproductive Sciences\, School of Medicine\, University of Pittsburgh\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/black-maternal-mortality/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T140000
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SUMMARY:Amplifying Ways to Recruit and Retain Black Male Teachers
DESCRIPTION:The White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans (WHIEEAA) is hosting a virtual roundtable titled “#BlackMenTeach: Amplifying the Recruitment and Retention of Black Male Teachers” on Thursday\, May 6. \nAbout\nThis event is a part of the African American Education (AfAmEd) Connector Roundtable Series\, which seeks to: \n\n\n\naddress gaps and opportunities for African American students and families\, and\n\n\n\n\nhighlight programs\, policies\, and practices that accelerate the learning and development of Black students of all ages.\n\n\n\nThis discussion will provide participants with information\, resources\, and best and promising practices from the Department of Education\, other federal agencies\, and the field. \nRegister\nTo register\, complete the online registration form.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/recruit-black-male-teachers/
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SUMMARY:Remake Learning Days: Finding the Sound In You
DESCRIPTION:Let’s make music together! Join the Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for this year’s Remake Learning Days Across America event. This event will be held for children (age 0-8) and their families. Participate in activities featuring music\, dance\, instrument building\, and a musical scavenger hunt identifying shapes\, colors\, and items in the home. This event will be held virtually. \nPlease register via the online registration form.  \nAbout Remake Learning Days\nRemake Learning Days Across America is an innovative learning festival for families and youth. Taking root in 17+ regions\, these hands-on and engaging events are designed for kids of all ages at libraries\, schools\, tech centers\, museums\, play spaces\, community centers and more. Remake Learning Days 2021 will take place from April 22 through May 23. \nPlease share this flyer with your networks. \nView a complete list of instructions for this activity.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/finding-the-sound-in-you/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Building Blocks Lunch and Learn Series
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis May\, the Virtual Building Blocks Lunch and Learn Series will explore strategies to empower parents\, the power of play\, and how immune and nutrition issues affect therapeutic outcomes. This event is hosted by Westmoreland County Local Coordinating Council (LICC) and Trying Together. \nPQAS\, Act 48\, and/or ASHA credit will be available. This event is best suited for Early Intervention parents and therapists\, early learning professionals\, service coordinators\, and teachers. \nLunch and Learn Series\nThis Virtual Lunch and Learn Series will include three workshops\, including: \nWhy Is This Child Stuck? The hidden ways immune and nutrition issues affect therapeutic outcomes.\nTuesday\, May 11\, 2021  |  12:00 – 2:00 p.m.\nPresenter: Kelly Dorfman\, Clinical Nutritionist\, Author\, and Public Speaker\nRegistration Deadline: May 4\, 2021 \nTwo PQAS and/or Act 48 credit hours available. \nMany children do not progress as expected in therapy despite herculean efforts by well-trained professionals and caretakers. Medical specialists sometimes uncover a cause but rarely are common immune reactions or dietary weaknesses suspected. Discover how the immune system communicates with and can disrupt neurological function and how nutrition gaps can impact clinical outcomes. \nCore Knowledge Competency (CKC) and Learning Objectives \nK7.12 C1 – Describe the dietary needs associated with age-related development and ways to accommodate children’s and families’ special needs and preferences. \n\nDiscover how widespread messenger molecules communicate between the immune and nervous systems.\nRecognize common symptoms that suggest a weak diet or nutrition deficiencies and understand why they are significant.\nIdentify patients who may have nutrition or immune issues that could be interfering with optimal clinical outcomes.\n\nThe Power of Play in a High-Tech World\nWednesday\, May 19\, 2021  |  12:00 – 3:00 p.m.\nPresenter: Cari Ebert\, MS\, CCC-SLP\, Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist\nRegistration Deadline: May 12\, 2021\n \nThree PQAS\, ASHA\, and/or Act 48 credit hours available. \nIt is critical for pediatric therapists\, early childhood educators\, and parents to understand and appreciate the connection between brain development and play\, especially in young children who present with developmental delays. This course will provide an evidence-based approach to working with young children and their families by promoting cognitive\, language\, sensorimotor and social-emotional development through child-directed\, adult-guided play experiences. \nParticipants will gain more insight as to how play has changed over the years as a result of technology\, along with a rationale as to the benefits of screen-free play for young children with developing brains and bodies. Guidelines for virtual therapy visits during COVID-19 will also be discussed. \nCore Knowledge Competency (CKC) and Learning Objectives \nK2.14 C1 – Identify ways in which play (construction\, organizing\, and applying knowledge) is the primary instructional mode for supporting children’s construction of knowledge. \n\nSummarize the benefits of play across the five developmental domains (cognitive\, communication\, social-emotional\, physical\, adaptive).\nDescribe the limitations of drill work\, flashcards\, and educational apps when working with young children with developing brains and bodies.\nExplain the developmental stages of object play and social play from birth to age five.\nList specific strategies to make virtual therapy sessions more effective for young children and their families.\n\nEmpowering Parents in a Positive Way through Virtual and In-Person Coaching\nThursday\, May 27\, 2021  |  12:00 – 2:00 p.m.\nPresenter: June Fisher\, President of Dynamic Training Solutions\nRegistration Deadline: May 20\, 2021\n \nTwo PQAS and/or Act 48 credit hours available. \nAttend this interactive workshop to learn and share knowledge and skills that will improve your ability to work with a diverse population as you guide them to be the best caregivers they can be. During the workshop\, we will review evidence-based best practice techniques – based on brain science and motivational interviewing techniques – that will increase your ability to develop positive relationships with consumers. \nCore Knowledge Competency (CKC) and Learning Objectives \nK3.2 C1 – Describe differences and complexities in family structure and lifestyles within cultures that influence child development and learning\, including beliefs\, traditions\, child-rearing practices\, parent-child interaction styles\, and discipline. \n\nReview brain science and how to develop a positive serve and return relationship with consumers.\nReview key motivational interviewing techniques to engage consumers in services.\n\n  \nEach session will be hosted using the web-based video conferencing platform Zoom. Please download Zoom to your device of choice and monitor your email inbox for each workshop Zoom link. \nRegistration\nStep One (Event Registration)\nWorkshops cost $25 each\, or $50 for all three sessions. Please check the box next to the sessions you would like to attend. Registration will close on April 30 at 11:55 p.m. Space is limited. Registration is required. \n\n\n\nRegister: To register\, complete the online registration form.\n\n\n\n\nPay by Check: If you plan on paying by check\, please contact Debra McKeever at dmckeever@achieva.info.\n\n\n\n\nDiscount: Parents with children enrolled in Early Intervention in Westmoreland County are invited to attend these events for free. To receive the discount code\, please contact Debra McKeever at dmckeever@achieva.info.\n\n\n\nPlease have your PD Registry Number and PPID Number available (if any). \nStep Two (Receiving Credit)\nPQAS\, Act 48\, and/or ASHA credit is available. To receive credit\, participants must complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form for each event they wish to attend (in addition to the registration form): \n\n\n\nCredit Request – Why Is This Child Stuck?\n\n\n\n\nCredit Request – The Power of Play\n\n\n\n\nCredit Request – Empowering Parents in a Positive Way\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n \nKelly Dorfman\, Clinical Nutritionist\, Author\, and Public Speaker \nSelf-employed for 35 years as a clinical nutritionist\, author\, and public speaker. In 1994\, co-founded\, was President\, and then Advisor of Developmental Delay Resources\, a non-profit charity. Conducts workshops and give talks 10-20 times a year since 1995 in the United States of America as well as Canada\, Turkey\, India\, and Kuwait. Winner of 2013 Nautilus Book Award for her book\, Cure Your Child With Food. \n  \n \nCari Ebert\, MS\, CCC-SLP\, Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist \nCari Ebert\, MS\, CCC-SLP is a pediatric speech-language pathologist in private practice in the Kansas City\, Missouri area. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Iowa in 1993 and her Master’s Degree from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale in 1995. Cari is a therapist\, consultant\, author\, and nationally recognized speaker who gets paid to do what she loves most…TALK! She works exclusively with young children\, from birth to age five\, and their families and believes that early intervention is the key to future success. Cari has a son diagnosed with autism and apraxia\, allowing her to engage audiences both as a professional and as a parent of a child with additional needs. She has an animated personality\, and this translates to a high-energy speaking style. Join Cari as she explores important issues for enhancing the development of young children…you will be glad you took the time! \n  \nJune Fisher\, President of Dynamic Training Solutions \nJune has 30+ years of experience working\, planning\, and teaching individuals and groups from various cultures\, regions\, and backgrounds. She is currently the President of Dynamic Training Solutions\, the company she developed that provides: organizational assessments\, planning\, program and curriculum development\, and delivery throughout the United States. Throughout her career\, she has worked with individuals and groups to identify and achieve their goals. She is recognized as the premier facilitator by numerous social service organizations throughout Pennsylvania and has won Trainer of the Year Recognition. She provides dynamic interactive workshops for families\, agencies\, and communities. \nJune is a Licensed Social Worker\, certified Organizational Effectiveness Consultant\, and Diversity Trainer and has been certified as a Critical Incident Stress Management facilitator. Ms. Fisher has been an adjunct faculty member in the social work departments of West Chester\, Widener\, and Temple University. June has been active in the community where in a voluntary capacity she worked with a team to develop and implement Helping Hounds. The mission of Helping Hounds is to train dogs to become companion\, therapy\, and/or psychiatric service dogs to aid veterans living with the after-effects of military service. She has also been a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Cumberland County; In this capacity\, she assesses the services provided to abused/neglected youth and based on her assessment makes recommendations to a Pennsylvania Dependency Court Judge. June has touched the lives of many by teaching them the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve their goals personal and professional goals. \nAsk A Question\nFor questions about the series\, contact Debra McKeever at dmckeever@achieva.info. For questions about receiving credit\, please email jasmine@tryingtogether.org. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/early-intervention-lunch-learn/2021-05-11/
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SUMMARY:Uniting Worldviews to Advance Relationships in Indigenous Communities
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn about decolonizing relationships between service providers and Indigenous communities? Join Brazelton Touchpoints Center on Wednesday\, May 12 for “Uniting Worldviews to Advance Relationships in Indigenous Communities.” \nAbout\nThis event will feature Terry (Ha-ne-ga-noh) Cross\, MSW\, an enrolled member of the Seneca Nation. He is the founding executive director of the National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA)\, now serving as a senior advisor. He is also the author of Positive Indian Parenting and co-authored Towards a Culturally Competent System of Care\, published by Georgetown University. \nThis discussion will examine how NICWA has used the intersection between the linear worldview of Western culture\, helping\, and research\, and the relational worldview of Indigenous peoples and organizations to advance the interests of Indigenous children and families. The speaker will share the story of this process as an example of decolonizing relationships between mainstream service providers and researchers and Indigenous communities. \nRegistration\nThis event is a part of Brazelton Touchpoint Center’s Learning to Listen: Conversations for Change series. To register\, complete the online registration form. Spanish language translation will be available.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/indigenous-communities/
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SUMMARY:Fire Safety Training and Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The City of Pittsburgh and Trying Together will host an online Health and Safety Roundtable session on Wednesday\, May 12\, 2021. The Roundtable will include Fire Safety training and a Health and Safety Roundtable discussion with Public Safety staff and UPMC Children’s Hospital. Participants are encouraged to ask questions. \nSession Details\n\nDate: Wednesday\, May 12\, 2021\nTime: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.\nLocation: Zoom Meetings. Please check your email for the Zoom link.\nPresenters: Public Safety Staff and UPMC Children’s Hospital\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Space is limited. Registration closes on May 10 at 11:55 p.m. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact Judy Graca at judy@tryingtogether.org. For questions about registration\, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/online-fire-safety/
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SUMMARY:Positive Relationships\, The Key to a Child’s Heart
DESCRIPTION:Positive interactions provide lasting effects throughout a child’s lifetime. Join Trying Together on May 12 for “Connections and Conversations: Positive Relationships\, The Key to a Child’s Heart” to learn more. \nAbout\nThis session will explore the importance of building positive relationships between educators and children\, and highlight how positive interactions provide lasting effects throughout the course of a child’s lifetime. \nConnections and Conversations Virtual Check-Ins are interactive sessions that highlight early childhood education topics. Participants engage in virtual discussions with child development experts and interact with early learning practitioners to share questions\, experiences\, and expertise. \nCourse Details\nSession Date: Wednesday\, May 12\, 2021  |  6 – 7 p.m. \nInstructors: Judy Graca and Katie Streiff \nCore Knowledge Competencies (CKC): \n\nK2.13 C1 – Identify strategies\, involving both adults and children\, designed to help children develop social-emotional skills including self-regulation\, conflict resolution\, social problem solving\, and mutual respect.\nK5.1 C1 – Define communication as a process in which verbal and non-verbal messages are sent and received to facilitate the development of positive relationships between and among staff\, children\, families\, and community members.\n\nRegistration\nStep One (Event Registration)\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Registration closes on May 10 at 11:55 p.m. Have your PD Registry Number available (if any). \nStep Two (Receiving Credit)\nOne hour of PQAS credit is available. To receive credit\, complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form). For questions about credit\, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify positive relationships from their own life experiences and apply that motivation into nurturing relationships with children.\nIdentify the benefits of a positive child/teacher relationship and how it relates to brain development in children.\nApply positive interaction strategies into their classroom practices to support meaningful relationships with children.\n\nSession Rules\nThese discussions help educators grow professionally and share knowledge on early childhood topics. Participants should follow the guidelines below to ensure a successful virtual meeting for all participants. \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.\nHave fun\, make connections\, and engage in the conversations!\n\nAsk A Question\nFor course questions\, contact Judy Graca at judy@tryingtogether.org or Katie Streiff at katie.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us. For credit questions\, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.
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SUMMARY:Hello Mommy! Virtual Parent Group
DESCRIPTION:It is helpful to know you are not alone. Hello Baby‘s Hello Mommy virtual parent group connects mothers in Allegheny County with other local moms with infants to talk about everything from car seats to child care. \nHello Mommy! Meeting Schedule\n\n\n\nSecond Wednesday of Every Month  |  6 – 7 p.m.\nJoin the Meeting  |  Join by Phone (Audio Only): 267.368.7515\, Conference ID: 176 325 708#\n\n\nFourth Thursday of Every Month  |  11 a.m. – 12 p.m.\nJoin the Meeting  |  Join by Phone (Audio Only): 267.368.7515\, Conference ID: 176 325 708#\n\n\n\nOther Virtual Parenting Groups\n\n\n\nHello Daddy!\n\n\n\n\nAsk-a-Nurse\n\n\n\nAsk a Question\nTo ask a question\, call the Department of Human Services at 412.350.6611 or email celeste.boston@alleghenycounty.us.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/hello-mommy-virtual-parent-group/2021-05-12/
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SUMMARY:Hello Daddy! Virtual Parent Group
DESCRIPTION:Dads need support too. Hello Baby‘s Hello Daddy virtual parent group connects Allegheny County fathers with other local dads to share their experiences and get all their newborn questions answered. \nHello Daddy! Meeting Schedule\n\n\n\nSecond Thursday of Every Month  |  6 – 7 p.m.\nJoin the Meeting  |  Join by Phone (Audio Only): 267.368.7515\nMeeting ID: 949 4879 6722  |  Passcode: Father\nAdd this meeting to your calendar.\n\n\n\nOther Virtual Parenting Groups\n\n\n\nHello Mommy!\n\n\n\n\nAsk-a-Nurse\n\n\n\nAsk a Question\nTo ask a question\, call the Department of Human Services at 412.350.6611 or email celeste.boston@alleghenycounty.us.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/hello-daddy/2021-05-13/
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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 (ASQ)® as a screening tool for children ages three months to five years old? Join Trying Together on May 15 for our online course\, “Using Ages and Stages Questionnaires® as a Screening Tool.” \nAbout\nDuring this 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. Three hours of PQAS and/or Act 48 credit are available. \nCourse Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Saturday\, May 15\, 2021\nSession Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.\nInstructor: Pamela Zimmerman\nCore Knowledge Area: Assessment\n\n\n\nRegistration\nSTEP ONE (EVENT REGISTRATION)\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Space is limited\, so register today to save your spot. Registration will close on May 13 at 11:55 p.m. Please have your PD Registry and PPID Numbers available (if any). \nSTEP TWO (RECEIVING CREDIT)\nThree hours of PQAS and Act 48 credit are available. To receive credit\, participants must complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form). \nMore Information\nFor questions about this course or receiving credit\, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/asq-may-21/
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SUMMARY:Pediatric CPR\, AED\, and First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Trying Together and Life Safety Pro Founder Jeremy Manke are hosting a blended (online and in-person) Pediatric CPR\, AED\, and First Aid course that meets Pennsylvania health and safety education requirements. Professionals who complete this course will receive a two-year certification. \nPediatric CPR\, AED\, and First Aid\nThis course consists of two parts. Before registering\, read the full course details. \n\nCost: $45 for Pediatric CPR\, AED\, and First Aid | $55 for Pediatric CPR\, AED\, First Aid\, and Fire Safety\nOnline Training Session (Required)\n\nRegistrants receive the online training link in their email after registration.\nMust be completed at least two days prior to the in-person session (by Thursday\, May 13).\nIncludes approximately four hours of self-paced\, online training content.\n\n\nIn-Person Training Session (Required)\n\nDate: Saturday\, May 15\, 2021\nLocation: Spencer Family YMCA\, 305 Church Road\, Bethel Park\, PA 15102\nAvailable Times: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.\, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\, 1:15 – 2:45 p.m.\, or 3:00 – 4:15 p.m.\nParticipants must complete a COVID-19 Waiver before entering the facility.\n\n\nInstructor: Jeremy Manke\, Founder\, The Life Safety Pro\n\nTwo-Step Registration\nStep One: Register \nComplete the online registration form. \n\n\n\nPediatric CPR\, AED\, and First Aid Training will cost $45.\nFire Safety Training is available for an additional $10 ($55 total).\n\n\n\nRegistration closes on Tuesday\, May 11 at 11:55 p.m. Limited timeslot spots are available. Participants must complete a COVID-19 Waiver before entering the facility. \nStep Two: Credit and Online Training \nClick the online training link sent to your email and complete the online training sessions by May 13\, 2021. \nFull Course Details\nThis blended learning course consists of two parts: \n\nPart One includes a self-paced\, asynchronous online training session. After registering\, you will receive a training link via email to complete the required CPR and First Aid online videos. This portion will take approximately four hours to complete. While participants can complete the training videos at their own pace\, all online training must be complete at least two days before attending the in-person training session. If a participant does not complete the online training\, they cannot participate in the in-person session.\nPart Two includes a one-and-a-half-hour in-person skills training session where participants will demonstrate CPR and First Aid skills from the online training. The instructor will walk participants through the session and answer questions. Fire extinguisher training that includes a PowerPoint presentation and hands-on training will be available to participants that added Fire Safety to their registration. Timeslots will be used to limit the number of participants. A limited number of participants will be assigned to each mannequin. Masks must be worn at all times unless asked to remove for demonstration purposes.\n\nCertification through this course is PA Keys Approved and meets the CPR and First Aid requirements for child care professionals in Pennsylvania. \nMore Information\nFor questions about course content\, contact Jeremy Manke at 412.712.7146 or jeremy@thelifesafetypro.com. For questions about registration\, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org. \nView our other upcoming events.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pediatric-cpr-may-21/
LOCATION:Spencer Family YMCA\, 305 Church Road\, Bethel Park\, PA\, 15102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210517T130000
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SUMMARY:11th Annual Hi5! Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Hi5!\, a partnership between the Allegheny Intermediate Unit\, Trying Together\, and the United Way of Southwestern PA\, is hosting a celebration of kindergarten registration and transition. During this one hour virtual event\, educators from 67 school districts in the region and early learning programs will be celebrated for their innovation and dedication to supporting children and families transitioning to kindergarten. \nParticipants will be entered into a raffle to receive Lakeshore gift cards or a mini library of books. Early learning programs who participate will also receive a certificate and be recognized at the event. \nRegister\nMay 17\, 2021 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.\nRegister \nThe celebration will be held virtually via Zoom. Registration is required to receive an attendance link.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/11th-annual-hi5-celebration/
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