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SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion | Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brazelton Touchpoints Center\, the Center for Child and Family Well-being at the University of Washington\, and the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion for their three-part webinar series\, “Mindful Self-Compassion.” \nAbout the Series\nIn response to the COVID-19 pandemic\, the Brazelton Touchpoints Center\, the Center for Child and Family Well-being at the University of Washington\, and the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion have teamed up for a three-part webinar series that will introduce families and family-facing providers to mindful self-compassion (MSC) practices to help them care for themselves and each other. \nAvailable Webinars\n\n\n\nCo-creating Heart Skills in Early Childhood Programs and Systems | June 24\, 2020 | 3 p.m.\nThis third webinar will explore how early childhood programs and systems use mindfulness and self-compassion to support their providers and the families and communities they serve. Participants will learn about the approaches diverse early childhood organizations are taking to adapt and integrate mindfulness and compassion to deeply inform organizational culture and systems change.\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor more information\, visit the Brazelton Touchpoints Center website. \n*Information provided by the Brazelton Touchpoints Center
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/mindful-self-compassion-webinar-series-2020-06-24/
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SUMMARY:Drive-Up Diaper Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Join Global Links and the Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank (WPDB) on June 25 for their public drive-up diaper distribution event outside of PPG Paints Arena (rain or shine). To ensure participant safety\, this event cannot accommodate walk-up participants. \nAbout\nGlobal Links and the Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank (WPDB) have partnered to host a public drive-up diaper distribution event outside PPG Paints Arena (rain or shine)\, thanks to support from the Pittsburgh Penguins and Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation. The distribution will be equipped to serve up to 1\,000 cars. \nWhat’s Included?\nFamilies and caregivers of young children who are experiencing financial hardship are invited to line up by car outside PPG Paints Arena to receive the following items (at no cost to families): \n\n\n\nOne case (four packages) of diapers per car.\n\n\n\n\nOne package of wipes per car.\n\n\n\n\nAn informational sheet listing neighborhood resource centers that can provide further diaper assistance.\n\n\n\n\nSafe sleep information provided by Cribs for Kids® National Infant Safe Sleep Initiative.\n\n\n\nPlease note that two families CANNOT be represented in one car. Parents and caregivers will have the option of choosing one or two different sizes of diapers. \nTraffic Details\n\n\n\nAll vehicles attending the diaper distribution will enter the distribution area by turning onto Logan Street from Centre Avenue. Once on Logan Street\, personnel on-site will direct vehicles from the lots to the location at which the diapers will be distributed. To exit\, all traffic will be routed to Fullerton Street and will exit via Centre Avenue.\n\n\n\n\nBedford Avenue between Washington Place and Crawford Street will be closed to traffic from downtown going uphill. Traffic from downtown can turn right onto Washington Place to access Centre Avenue or stay left on Bigelow Boulevard.\n\n\n\n\nWylie Avenue will be closed between Crawford Street and Logan Street.\n\n\n\nMore Information\nTo learn more\, visit the Drive-Up Diaper Distribution event page or the Global Links website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drive-up-diaper-distribution/
LOCATION:PPG Paints Arena – Distribution Area\, Logan St & Centre Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15219\, United States
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SUMMARY:Everyday Heroes: Child Care is No Small Matter
DESCRIPTION:Join No Small Matter and their partners for a Facebook Live town hall and streaming premiere of the documentary No Small Matter (Executive Produced by Alfre Woodard). \nAbout the Event\nAmerica’s early learning infrastructure was fragile even before COVID-19. But the pandemic has pushed it to the brink of collapse. Half of all child care sites are currently shuttered\, and the ones that remain open do so at great risk to the health of providers and their families. With no other option but to stay home with their infants\, toddlers\, and preschoolers\, millions of parents will be unable to return to work\, paralyzing efforts to restart the nation’s economy. What has suddenly become searingly self-evident is that early education is essential. Put simply\, America doesn’t work without it. \nThat’s why on June 25\, ABCinemaNOW Live will present an unprecedented Facebook Live screening event designed to generate support for the urgent action needed to tackle America’s childcare crisis. Everyday Heroes: Celebrating Early Educators\, Supporting Families will feature the national streaming premiere of the documentary No Small Matter (Executive Produced by Alfre Woodard)\, followed by a live panel discussion highlighting the devastating impact of COVID-19 on children\, families\, and caregivers\, and in turn\, on the economy. Woven throughout the event will be video messages from celebrities\, cultural influencers\, and frontline workers thanking early educators for the challenging\, exhausting\, and essential work they do every day. \nLearn More\nVisit the event website and follow No Small Matter on Facebook to join this event.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/everyday-heroes-child-care-is-no-small-matter/
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SUMMARY:Adaptive Dance | Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre\, Adaptive Dance is an online class series intended for children ages six and up with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) or other sensory sensitivities. \nAbout\nThe Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) emphasizes creative movement principles and modified ballet technique in a welcoming and structured studio environment. Classes are taught by PBT School instructors experienced in adaptive dance and are limited to 15 students. Live music/percussion accompany each class. Caregivers may observe and/or participate in classes if they wish. \nThis class is for children ages six and up. All classes will be held on Zoom. Each student that registers for the entire semester will also receive an adaptive dance kit to bring even more of the studio experience to their home. Session costs five dollars each or you can buy purchase all six sessions for 25 dollars. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre website. \nMore Information\nFor questions about the class or registration\, email accessibility@pittsburghballet.org. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/adaptive-dance-pittsburgh-ballet-theatre/2020-06-27/
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SUMMARY:Choosing Child Care | Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Choosing high-quality child care is a complex process\, and to many it may feel overwhelming right now. Join the Center for Women Pittsburgh\, Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5\, and Trying Together on June 28 for their virtual workshop “Choosing Child Care.” \nAbout\nThrough this virtual workshop\, participants will: \n\n\n\nlearn about the CDC guidelines that early learning professionals are incorporating into their programs;\n\n\n\n\nhear questions they can use to ask providers about sanitation and physical distancing;\n\n\n\n\nsee a live demonstration a new search tool for child care in Allegheny County;\n\n\n\n\nget tips on the application process\, as well as what you need to apply for assistance; and\n\n\n\n\nknow how they can help advocate for needed changes to the child care system.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/choosing-child-care-virtual-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200629T163000
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SUMMARY:Public Discussion: Services for Families in Allegheny County
DESCRIPTION:What does your community need? How can the Allegheny County Department of Human Services help meet those needs? You are invited to share your ideas and suggestions at a virtual Human Services Block Grant Public Meeting. All input will inform the 2020-21 Human Services Block Grant Plan. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nMonday\, June 29\, 2020 | 4:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 30\, 2020 | 4:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nJoin a Session\nThere are three ways to participate in a virtual meeting: \n\nTo hear the live audio\, see the live video\, and participate in the Q&A\, join on your computer\, smartphone\, or tablet. You may be instructed to download an app called Microsoft Teams. If prompted to sign in\, you may choose whether to do so or join anonymously.\nTo hear the live audio only\, call 267.368.7515. The access code for Monday’s meeting is 172 596 105# and the access code for Tuesday’s meeting is 746 312 327#.\nTo watch the recordings at your convenience\, visit the Allegheny County website. The recordings will be posted within 24 to 48 hours after the meetings.\n\nMore Information\nAllegheny County DHS makes reasonable efforts to accommodate people with disabilities or limited-English-proficiency. Closed captioning in English\, Spanish\, Chinese\, and Arabic will be available when joining the meeting on a PC or Mac. \nFor questions\, comments\, or ideas\, contact DHS-Ideas@AlleghenyCounty.US.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/public-discussion-allegheny/2020-06-29/
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SUMMARY:Transitioning Your Child from Preschool EI to Elementary School
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about options for developing an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for your child as they transition from preschool early intervention (EI) to elementary school? Join the PEAL Center on July 1 for their webinar\, “Transitioning Your Child From Preschool Early Intervention to Elementary School.” \nAbout\nIn this webinar\, participants will learn about: \n\n\n\nthe importance of informed decision making in determining educational placement\,\noptions for developing an IEP as a child transitions\,\nthe impact of adult perspectives on children’s opportunities\, and\na Student Snapshot tool families can use in preparing for the transition.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/transition-ei-elementary-school/
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SUMMARY:Coffee with the Community featuring Cara Ciminillo
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about Trying Together’s mission and work? Join The Salon on Thursday\, July 2 for their event “Coffee Conversation with Cara Ciminillo of Trying Together” to hear from Trying Together Executive Director Cara Ciminillo! \nAbout Coffee with the Community\nCoffee with the Community is The Salon‘s way to engage with leading community organizations\, gain insight into their causes and the populations they are serving\, and find ways to provide support to their efforts. For those attending the conversation\, event hosts ask that you consider making a donation to the featured organization if you are able. To learn more\, visit their website. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/conversation-cara-ciminillo-salon-pgh/
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SUMMARY:Embracing Anti-Bias Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how institutional racism becomes present in early childhood environments? Sign up to receive a recording of the live webinar “Embracing Anti-Bias Classrooms: A Response to Racism in America” on July 8. \nAbout\nIn this webinar\, the lead authors of the newly released book\, Don’t Look Away\, Embracing Anti-Bias Classrooms\, will participate in a roundtable discussion on how to explore and address issues of bias\, equity\, low expectations\, and family engagement to ensure culturally responsive experiences. Equipped with the tools and strategies to promote classroom change\, educators will be empowered to do the following: \n\n\n\nlearn how institutional racism becomes present in early childhood environments;\n\n\n\n\ndiscover how implicit bias\, microaggression\, and white privilege can play a role in undermining the learning experiences of marginalized Black and brown children and those who teach them;\n\n\n\n\nembrace anti-bias and anti-racist teaching approaches; and\n\n\n\n\nimplement best practices for creating culturally-rich and supportive classroom environments that protect children from social-emotional and psychological trauma by affirming personal healing.\n\n\n\nThis webinar will be of interest to pre-k through elementary teachers; school and district leaders; coaches; trainers; and child care providers\, owners\, and administrators. \nRegistration\nLive access to this event is sold out. Sign up to receive the event recording by visiting edWeb.net.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/embracing-anti-bias-classrooms/
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SUMMARY:Everyday Interactions Matter: Noticing the Simple and Ordinary
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how to maintain essential interactions with young children during this difficult time of masks and physical distancing? Join Trying Together on July 8 for our free online session\, “Everyday Interactions Matter: Noticing the Simple and Ordinary.” \nAbout\nThe primary ingredient of early childhood quality begins with the “everyday interactions” between educators and children. These simple and ordinary interactions that take place during play\, transition\, and daily routines form the very foundation of learning and growing. How can educators uphold these essential interactions with children during this challenging time of masks and physical distancing? \nEarly learning professionals are invited to join Trying Together on July 8 at for our online module “Everyday Interactions Matter: Noticing the Simple and Ordinary” to engage with the Everyday Interactions Matter approach through a process of careful observation\, discussion\, and self-reflection. As a part of the “Connections and Conversations: Virtual Check-Ins” series\, this session will encourage educators to recognize powerful moments of connecting\, sharing\, growing\, and belonging in their everyday interactions with young children. \nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nObserve video footage of children and their caregivers in authentic settings and describe positive interactions.\n\n\n\n\nRecognize moments of connecting\, sharing\, growing\, and belonging in everyday moments in the early childhood setting.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the event webpage. Registrations must be submitted by July 6\, 2020. Space is limited. \nParticipants will receive the course Zoom link via email within 24 hours before the start date for the course. For questions\, contact Rosie Hogan at rosie@tryingtogether.org or Sarah Grubb at sarah.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us. \nVirtual Series Overview\nConnections and Conversations: Virtual Check-Ins are interactive sessions that highlight topics of interest to the field of early childhood education. Participants will engage in virtual discussions via Zoom with child development experts while interacting with early learning practitioners to share questions\, experiences\, and expertise about the highlighted topic. \nSessions will be offered biweekly and will offer one hour of PQAS credit. Act 48 credit will not be offered. \nSession Rules and Guidelines\nThese virtual discussions are designed to provide educators the opportunity to grow professionally and share knowledge on early childhood topics. During the meeting\, participants should follow the guidelines below to ensure a successful virtual meeting for all participants. \n\n\n\nPlease allow all participants a chance to speak. Listen respectfully and actively.\n\n\n\n\nCommit to learning about each other\, not to debating the topic.\n\n\n\n\nEmbrace differences of opinion as healthy and support each person’s authentic self-expression.\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will be muted for the beginning portion of the session.\n\n\n\n\nParticipants may use the “Raise Hand” feature in Zoom to request an opportunity to comment or ask a question. Individuals will be temporarily unmuted by the moderator.\n\n\n\n\nParticipants may type a comment or question in the Chat or may send comments or questions directly to the moderator for them to share.\n\n\n\n\nTo receive PQAS credit\, you must complete an evaluation at the end of the session and include your PD Registry number.\n\n\n\n\nHave fun\, make connections\, and engage in the conversations!\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions or more information\, please contact Rosie Hogan at rosie@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/everyday-interactions-pd/
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SUMMARY:PACCA Zoom Series: Racial Equity in Early Learning
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how to embed racial equity into your early learning program? Join the Pennsylvania Child Care Association (PACCA) on Fridays from July 10 – 24 for their Zoom Series\, “Racial Equity in Early Learning.” \nAbout\nThis three-part professional development series is designed to help early learning and school-age programs embed racial equity from recruiting\, hiring\, and on-going training offerings for staff to interactions with children of color. After defining key racial justice terminology such as implicit bias\, cultural competency\, race\, racism\, antiracist ally\, etc.\, participants are encouraged to identify concrete ways to embrace racial equity personally and professionally. \nThese Zoom meetings will be informative and interactive\, and will provide participants with real resources and supports for classroom situations. Individuals who participate in all three meetings will receive 4.5 hours of PQAS credits and/or 4.5 Act 48 hours. \nCost\n\n\n\nPACCA Members: $20 for all three meetings\n\n\n\n\nNon-Members: $45 for all three meetings\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage. \nZoom links will be sent in a confirmation email when your registration is received. If you do not receive confirmation\, please check your Junk inbox or contact maureen.murphy@pacca.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pacca-racial-equity/2020-07-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200713T120000
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SUMMARY:WIDA Communication Strategies to Support Multilingual Children
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning developmentally appropriate strategies to support multilingual children in your early learning program? Join Trying Together Innovative Learning Strategist Mimi Loughead from July 13 through August 3 for a three-week online course\, “WIDA Communication Strategies to Support Multilingual Children.” \nAbout\nDuring this three-week online course\, participants will identify and apply developmentally appropriate academic language demands of routines\, social interactions\, and learning experiences for multilingual learners. Also\, participants will learn about language supports to use in their environments to provide multiple meaningful opportunities for multilingual learners to use their own languages through the use of WIDA Early Years resources. \nCourse Details\n\n\n\nTimeline: July 13 – August 3\, 2020 (Three Weeks\, Self-Guided)\nInstructor: Mimi Loughead\nCKC: K5.3 C2 and K5.7 C2\nKeystone STARS Alignment: SQ. 3.4.3\nCDA Subject Area: Understanding principles of child development.\nThree PQAS and ACT 48 hours available.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the event webpage. All registrations must be submitted by Friday\, July 10. Space is limited. \nMore Information\nFor more information\, contact Community Engagement Assistant Rosie Hogan at rosie@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/wida-multilingual-children/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200714T103000
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SUMMARY:Transform for Tomorrow – Virtual Series for School Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in connecting with school leaders to discuss strategies for integrating justice and anti-racist systems into your school? Attend “Transform for Tomorrow\,” a three-part virtual series for school leaders that explores how educational organizations can make plans for what comes next. \nAbout\nAs a Superintendent or school leader\, you are already preparing for what will be a very different 2020-21 school year. You are adjusting to new ways of preparing your teachers\, educating your students\, and supporting your parents. Have you also integrated matters of justice? Are you constructing anti-racist systems? \nThis three-part virtual series presents opportunities to share and learn from one another about how our schools might\, together\, make plans for what comes next\, no matter what tomorrow brings. \nWebinar Dates\n\n\n\nJustice: Learning and Leading\nJuly 14\, 2020 | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. | Register\n\n\n\n\nJustice: Teaching in STEM\nJuly 16\, 2020 | 1 – 2 p.m. | Register\n\n\n\n\nJustice: Learning and Strategizing\nJuly 21\, 2020 | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. | Register\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/transform-tomorrow-series/2020-07-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200714T120000
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SUMMARY:CDA Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Are you an early educator who is interested in advancing your career? Join Trying Together starting July 14 for our six-week online course\, “CDA Community of Practice.” \nAbout\nThis online course is intended for individuals who have completed the necessary hours and requirements for a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. During this community of practice\, participants will explore the current theory\, research\, and best practices related to early childhood. Participants will focus on the completion of portfolio requirements\, as well as preparation for the CDA credential exam. \nThis course will be hosted on Zoom. Participants will receive the Zoom link via email from the course instructor. For questions\, contact Theresa Hetler at theresa@tryingtogether.org. \nCourse Details\n\n\n\nTimeline: July 14 – August 18\, 2020 (Six Weeks)\nSessions will be held every Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m.\n\n\nInstructor: Theresa Hetler\, Workforce Development Strategist\n\n\nCourse Type: Online (Zoom Meetings)\n\n\nRegistration Deadline: Friday\, July 10\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register for this course\, contact Theresa Hetler at theresa@tryingtogether.org. Space is extremely limited. Registrations must be submitted no later than Friday\, July 10. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact Theresa Hetler at theresa@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/cda-community-practice-course/
CATEGORIES:Course
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SUMMARY:A Routines-Based Approach for Young Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about a routines-based approach for providing early intervention to young children with disabilities? Join ZERO TO THREE on July 15 for their free webinar\, “Where Intervention Happens: A Routines-Based Approach for Young Children with Disabilities.” \nAbout\nThroughout the day\, children learn during their everyday routines\, including during child care. Ensuring that infants and toddlers with disabilities get the most intervention possible and the most relevant intervention possible means building their caregivers’ capacity. \nThis webinar will address the assessment of child and family needs\, the use of a primary service provider\, collaborative consultation\, data collection\, and how to train staff to use a routines-based approach. This webinar is best suited for early intervention professionals\, as well as caregivers who have or would like to have an early intervention professional working with them. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage. For those who are unable to attend the session\, please note that all registrants will receive a link to the webinar recording 24 to 48 hours after the session.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/routines-disabilities-ei/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200715T200000
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SUMMARY:Creativity Concepts
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about the role creativity plays in your early learning program? Join Trying Together on July 15 for our online course\, “Creativity Concepts.” \nAbout\nThis course will serve as an introduction to creativity and children’s developmental stages with arts learning. The course instructor will share ideas for visual art\, music\, movement prompts\, and activities. A supply list will be shared before class for those interested in participating in hands-on artmaking. \nAll registrations must be submitted by Monday\, July 13. Space is limited. \nCourse Details\n\nSession Date: Wednesday\, July 15 | 6 – 8 p.m.\nInstructor: Alison Babusci\nCKC: K11.C2\nCDA Subject Area: Advancing children’s physical and intellectual development.\nTwo PQAS and ACT 48 hours available.\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the course webpage. \nMore Information\nFor more information\, contact Community Engagement Assistant Rosie Hogan at rosie@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/creativity-concepts-course/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200716T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200716T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141805
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SUMMARY:Remote Learning for Early Learners with Autism
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how to help early learners with autism engage with remote instruction through evidence-based practices? Attend the webinar “Remote Learning for Early Learners with Autism” on July 16. \nAbout\nWhile remote learning allows students to continue their education\, it can be challenging for young students with autism and other developmental disabilities to attend to the screen and engage with the curriculum. In this webinar\, STAR Autism Support Training Specialist Elizabeth Curtin will discuss strategies to help early learners with autism engage with synchronous remote instruction through evidence-based practices. \nA focus of this presentation will be on teaching skills in receptive language\, expressive language\, social and play\, and pre-academics. This webinar will include video examples of teachers coaching caregivers to provide consistent instruction to their students. Participants will also learn strategies on teaching students to be more independent in daily functional routines. \nThis webinar is best suited for pre-k through elementary teachers and school leaders. Time for questions will be provided. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage. Registration to attend the live presentation is limited to 2\,000 people. A recording of the session will be available to those who sign up to receive it via email and to those who attend the live event.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/remote-learning-autism/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200717T173000
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SUMMARY:National Family Child Care Conference
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in celebrating and exploring the field of family child care? Join the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) on July 17 and 18 for the 30th National Family Child Care Conference! \nAbout\nDue to the COVID-19 pandemic\, NAFCC will host its annual National Family Child Care Conference virtually on the evening of Friday\, July 17 and all day on Saturday\, July 18. The conference will feature: \n\n\n\nlive and on-demand workshops\,\n\n\n\n\nan opportunity to earn up to 24 hours (or 2.4 continuing education units) of training credit\,\n\n\n\n\na Spanish track with four live sessions presented in Spanish\,\n\n\n\n\na Black and Latina caucus where participants can discuss the things that are important to them\, and\n\n\n\n\na virtual exhibit hall where participants can view vendors without leaving their homes.\n\n\n\nFeatured Topics\nLive and on-demand workshops will cover a variety of topics\, including\, but not limited to\, the following: \n\n\n\nrecord-keeping and tax implications of COVID-19\,\n\n\n\n\norganizing a sustainable daily routine that supports health and wellbeing\,\n\n\n\n\nhow to make your home a place of inquiry\, play\, and experimentation\,\n\n\n\n\nstrategies for creating an environment that promotes a variety of social-emotional skills\,\n\n\n\n\nfinding out and improving your business’ profit margin\, and\n\n\n\n\nrecognizing early signs of mental illness in young children.\n\n\n\nView the schedule and full workshop descriptions. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage. For questions\, submit NAFCC’s online contact form.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/national-family-child-care-conference/2020-07-17/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200720T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141806
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SUMMARY:The Mindful Mindset
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how to incorporate mindful practices into your early learning classroom? Join Trying Together for our three-week\, self-paced course\, “The Mindful Mindset.” \nAbout\nThrough this three-week online course\, participants will learn about incorporating mindful practices into their early learning classrooms. Mindfulness has been shown to improve children’s attention spans\, social skills\, and emotional coping skills. It is also an imperative tool for educators to improve their practice by being more present and understanding with their learners. Even as we face the everyday onslaught of stimuli and emotion\, we all possess the capacity for mindfulness. \nAll registrations must be submitted by Wednesday\, July 15. Space is limited. \nCourse Details\n\nTimeline: July 20 – August 10\, 2020 (Three Weeks\, Self-Guided)\nInstructor: Sarah Byrne-Houser and Mimi Loughead\nCKC: K6.4 C2\nCDA Subject Area: Maintaining a commitment to professionalism.\nThree PQAS and ACT 48 hours available.\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the course webpage. \nPlease note that participants will not have to attend the virtual course every day during the three-week period. Rather\, participants can log on to the virtual course platform at any time during the three-week period to complete the session. \nMore Information\nFor more information\, contact Community Engagement Assistant Rosie Hogan at rosie@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/the-mindful-mindset/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T150000
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Supplies Distribution Event for Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:About\nTrying Together\, Global Links\, and Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5 are partnering to ensure that 650 licensed child care operators in Allegheny County are fully equipped with the protective and cleaning supplies they need to maintain a safe\, clean\, and healthy environment for children and employees. \nAll licensed child care providers in Allegheny County are eligible to receive cleaning supplies and safety equipment. Providers must have their tax identification (EIN) numbers read for staff at the distribution site. \nWhat’s Included\nChild care operators are invited to visit a distribution location to receive: \n\n\n\nan infrared\, no-touch thermometer;\n\n\ngloves for diaper changes and cleaning;\n\n\nhand sanitizer;\n\n\ndisinfectant;\n\n\nreusable cloth masks;\n\n\nreusable clear plastic face shield; and\n\n\none case of tissues.\n\n\n\nAvailable Dates and Locations\n\n\n\nDistribution at Global Links  |  Register\nWednesday\, July 22  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n700 Trumbull Drive\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15205\n\n\n\n\nDistribution at LaRoche University  |  Register\nThursday\, July 23  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n9000 Babcock Boulevard\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15237\n\n\n\n\nDistribution at Edgewood Town Centre  |  Register\nFriday\, July 24  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n1763 South Braddock Avenue\, Swissvale\, PA 15218\n\n\n\nSee a map of each distribution location. \nRegistration\nTo ensure enough supplies are available\, please register for the date and location of your choice via the PPE Supply Pickup Form. Each provider must sign up separately. Providers with multiple locations should sign up for each program\, specifying the program name on each form. \nMore Information\nThe purchase and distribution of supplies are made possible through the generous support of local foundations. For more information\, call 412.350.3577 or visit elrc5.alleghenycounty.us.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/covid-19-supplies-child-care/2020-07-22/
LOCATION:Global Links\, 700 Trumbull Drive\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15205\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T150000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Service Delivery Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:To support family-facing providers in their online work with children and families\, Brazelton Touchpoints Center is offering a series of free one-hour webinars and an online learning community that will explore how to manage the challenges posed by virtual service delivery and share strategies providers have found for building and sustaining strong relationships with families virtually. \nAbout\nIn partnership with Parents as Teachers and the Rapid Response Virtual Home Visiting (RR-VHV) Collaborative\, Brazelton Touchpoints Center will build on lessons learned from virtual home visiting\, adapted for all family-facing providers. \nAll professionals who work with families of young children—including those who work in health care\, early care and education\, early intervention\, child welfare\, and family support—are encouraged to attend these webinars. Brazelton Touchpoints Center is pairing the webinars with an online learning community where webinar participants can engage with one another and BTC facilitators on topics and strategies discussed in the webinars. \nFeatured Webinars\n\n\n\nEngaging Families Using a Strengths-Based Approach in the Virtual World\nWednesday\, July 22 | 2 – 3 p.m. | Register\n\n\n\n\nPartnering with Families Virtually\nWednesday\, August 5 | 2 – 3 p.m. | Register\n\n\n\n\nProviding Staff Support and Supervision Virtually\nWednesday\, August 19 | 2 – 3 p.m. | Register\n\n\n\n\nDevelopmental Screenings on Your Screen\nWednesday\, September 2 | 2 – 3 p.m. | Register\n\n\n\n\nChallenging Conversations with Families Virtually\nWednesday\, September 16 | 2 – 3 p.m. | Register\n\n\n\n\nTaking Care of Yourself as a Virtual Service Provider\nWednesday\, September 30 | 2 – 3 p.m. | Register\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the Brazelton Touchpoints Center website. Participants can register for the entire series or for individual webinars. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, email touchpoints@childrens.harvard.edu.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/virtual-service-webinar-series/2020-07-22/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T190000
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SUMMARY:Connections and Conversations: Advocacy 101
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about the budget process and state government in Pennsylvania? Join Trying Together on July 22 at 6 p.m. for our online session\, “Connections and Conversations: Advocacy 101.” \nAbout\nConnections and Conversations Virtual Check-Ins are interactive sessions that highlight topics of interest to the field of early childhood education. Participants will engage in virtual discussions via Zoom with child development experts while interacting with early learning practitioners to share questions\, experiences\, and expertise about the highlighted topic. \nThis session will highlight the budget process and state government in Pennsylvania. Participants will receive an overview of the Early Learning Pennsylvania (ELPA) campaigns\, how early childhood education programs are impacted by the budget process\, and ways professionals and families can use their experiences and knowledge to advocate. This session will also identify advocacy actions attendees can participate in or lead to advocate for early childhood. \nParticipants will receive the course Zoom link via email within 24 hours before the start date for the course. For questions\, contact Rosie Hogan at rosie@tryingtogether.org or Sarah Grubb at sarah.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us. \nSession Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Wednesday\, July 22 | 6 – 7 p.m\nInstructors: Emily Neff\, Cristina Codario\, and Lindsey Ramsey\nCKC: K6.10 C1\nCDA Subject Area: Maintaining a commitment to professionalism.\nRegistrations must be submitted by Monday\, July 20. Space is limited.\nSessions will be offered biweekly and will offer one hour of PQAS credit. Act 48 credit will not be offered.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the course webpage. \nSession Rules and Guidelines\nThese virtual discussions are designed to provide educators the opportunity to grow professionally and share knowledge on early childhood topics. During the meeting\, participants should follow the guidelines below to ensure a successful virtual meeting for all participants. \n\n\n\nPlease allow all participants a chance to speak. Listen respectfully and actively.\nCommit to learning about each other\, not to debating the topic.\nEmbrace differences of opinion as healthy and support each person’s authentic self-expression.\nParticipants will be muted for the beginning portion of the session.\nParticipants may use the “Raise Hand” feature in Zoom to request an opportunity to comment or ask a question. Individuals will be temporarily unmuted by the moderator.\nParticipants may type a comment or question in the Chat or may send comments or questions directly to the moderator for them to share.\nTo receive PQAS credit\, you must complete an evaluation at the end of the session and include your PD Registry number.\nHave fun\, make connections\, and engage in the conversations!\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions or more information\, please contact Rosie Hogan at rosie@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/advocacy-101-session/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141806
CREATED:20200716T172917Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Supplies Distribution Event for Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:About\nTrying Together\, Global Links\, and Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5 are partnering to ensure that 650 licensed child care operators in Allegheny County are fully equipped with the protective and cleaning supplies they need to maintain a safe\, clean\, and healthy environment for children and employees. \nAll licensed child care providers in Allegheny County are eligible to receive cleaning supplies and safety equipment. Providers must have their tax identification (EIN) numbers read for staff at the distribution site. \nWhat’s Included\nChild care operators are invited to visit a distribution location to receive: \n\n\n\nan infrared\, no-touch thermometer;\n\n\ngloves for diaper changes and cleaning;\n\n\nhand sanitizer;\n\n\ndisinfectant;\n\n\nreusable cloth masks;\n\n\nreusable clear plastic face shield; and\n\n\none case of tissues.\n\n\n\nAvailable Dates and Locations\n\n\n\nDistribution at Global Links  |  Register\nWednesday\, July 22  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n700 Trumbull Drive\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15205\n\n\nDistribution at LaRoche University  |  Register\nThursday\, July 23  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n9000 Babcock Boulevard\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15237\n\n\nDistribution at Edgewood Town Centre  |  Register\nFriday\, July 24 | 1 – 3 p.m.\n1763 South Braddock Avenue\, Swissvale\, PA 15218\n\n\n\nSee a map of each distribution location. \nRegistration\nTo ensure enough supplies are available\, please register for the date and location of your choice via the PPE Supply Pickup Form. Each provider must sign up separately. Providers with multiple locations should sign up for each program\, specifying the program name on each form. \nMore Information\nThe purchase and distribution of supplies are made possible through the generous support of local foundations. For more information\, call 412.350.3577 or visit elrc5.alleghenycounty.us.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/covid-19-supplies-child-care-2020-07-23/
LOCATION:LaRoche University\, 9000 Babcock Boulevard\, Pittsburgh\, 15237
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200723T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200723T213000
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SUMMARY:Examining the Complexity of Multiracial Identity
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that roughly one in seven infants in the United States is multiracial or multiethnic? Join EmbraceRace on July 23 for “Raising Multiracial Children\, Part 1: Examining the Complexity of Multiracial Identity” as they explore what it means to be multiracial and how caregivers can support the positive development of their child’s multiracial identity. \nAbout\nDuring this first webinar of a two-part series on raising multiracial kids\, presenters will break down some of the complexities of identifying with more than one race\, including the pivotal role caregivers and families play in shaping how multiracial children come to understand themselves and the world around them. \nSpeakers will describe the challenges and strengths of identifying with more than one racial group\, highlighting examples from recent research and drawing from their own personal experiences as multiracial individuals and parents of multiracial children. Comments and questions are welcome. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/multiracial-identity-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141806
CREATED:20200716T172917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200721T170608Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Supplies Distribution Event for Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:About\nTrying Together\, Global Links\, and Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5 are partnering to ensure that 650 licensed child care operators in Allegheny County are fully equipped with the protective and cleaning supplies they need to maintain a safe\, clean\, and healthy environment for children and employees. \nAll licensed child care providers in Allegheny County are eligible to receive cleaning supplies and safety equipment. Providers must have their tax identification (EIN) numbers read for staff at the distribution site. \nWhat’s Included\nChild care operators are invited to visit a distribution location to receive: \n\n\n\nan infrared\, no-touch thermometer;\n\n\ngloves for diaper changes and cleaning;\n\n\nhand sanitizer;\n\n\ndisinfectant;\n\n\nreusable cloth masks;\n\n\nreusable clear plastic face shield; and\n\n\none case of tissues.\n\n\n\nAvailable Dates and Locations\n\n\n\nDistribution at Global Links  |  Register\nWednesday\, July 22  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n700 Trumbull Drive\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15205\n\n\n\n\nDistribution at LaRoche University  |  Register\nThursday\, July 23  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n9000 Babcock Boulevard\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15237\n\n\n\n\nDistribution at Edgewood Town Centre  |  Register\nFriday\, July 24  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n1763 South Braddock Avenue\, Swissvale\, PA 15218\n\n\n\nSee a map of each distribution location. \nRegistration\nTo ensure enough supplies are available\, please register for the date and location of your choice via the PPE Supply Pickup Form. Each provider must sign up separately. Providers with multiple locations should sign up for each program\, specifying the program name on each form. \nMore Information\nThe purchase and distribution of supplies are made possible through the generous support of local foundations. For more information\, call 412.350.3577 or visit elrc5.alleghenycounty.us.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/covid-19-supplies-child-care-2020-07-24/
LOCATION:Edgewood Town Centre\, 1763 South Braddock Avenue\, Swissvale\, 15218
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T161500
DTSTAMP:20260403T141806
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SUMMARY:Culturally Responsive Parent Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how to create a more culturally and linguistically responsive early learning environment? Join the National Center on Parent\, Family\, and Community Engagement (NCPFCE) on July 28 for their webinar\, “Culturally Responsive Parent Engagement.” \nAbout\nIn this webinar\, participants will explore tools\, resources\, and ideas they can use to create a more culturally and linguistically responsive environment. Join fellow educators to learn how it can help families engage in their child’s early learning and hear from programs that have successfully engaged families from diverse backgrounds as leaders and advocates. \nThis webinar is best suited for Head Start and Early Head Start directors\, managers\, family services staff\, and parent leaders; T/TA providers; and early childhood leaders who support children and their families. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage. Participants will receive a certificate of participation upon completion of the webinar. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact NCPFCE at pfcewebinars@ecetta.info or 855.208.0909.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/culturally-responsive-engagement/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T213000
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SUMMARY:Dismantling Anti-Blackness in Multiracial Families
DESCRIPTION:Join EmbraceRace on July 28 for “Raising Multiracial Children\, Part 2: Dismantling Anti-Blackness in Multiracial Families” as they explore how to actively reject white supremacy and anti-Blackness in multiracial families. \nAbout\nDuring the second webinar of this two-part series on anti-racist parenting and multiracial children\, presenters will discuss anti-Blackness and how anti-Black messaging shows up in multiracial families (including non-Black families). Referencing recent examples from social media\, presenters breakdown three common myths that perpetuate anti-Blackness within multiracial families and describe how these myths negatively impact the identity development of multiracial Black children specifically. \nTo conclude the series\, presenters will offer tangible steps that parents and caregivers can take now to actively reject white supremacy and anti-Blackness and build resilience as a multiracial family. Questions and comments are welcome. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/dismantling-anti-blackness/
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SUMMARY:Wait\, My Grief Has a Shape? | Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Highmark Caring Place on August 5 for their webinar\, “Wait\, My Grief Has a Shape? Understanding the Loss Experience for Our Children and Ourselves.” \nAbout\nGrief is often experienced not as a set of linear stages\, but as a spiral where emotions come and go in intensity. In their webinar\, Highmark Caring Place will discuss the spiral shape of grief and explain the differences in these spirals between adults and children. In understanding our grief experiences\, and those of our children\, we are better able to manage our own grief and support others in their grief journeys. \nLearning Objectives\nBy attending\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\nrecognize the distinctions between various models of grief\,\nidentify common grief responses\, and\ndiscuss the differences in grief between adults and children.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the event webpage. Registrations must be submitted no later than Tuesday\, August 4. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact Patrick McKelvey at patrick.mckelvey@highmark.com. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/grief-response-children/
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SUMMARY:Connections and Conversations: The Power of Self-Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about the important role authentic relationships play in the early learning and development of young children? Join Trying Together on August 5 at 6 p.m. for our online session\, “Connections and Conversations: The Power of Self-Compassion.” \nAbout\nConnections and Conversations Virtual Check-Ins are interactive sessions that highlight topics of interest to the field of early childhood education. Participants will engage in virtual discussions via Zoom with child development experts while interacting with early learning practitioners to share questions\, experiences\, and expertise about the highlighted topic. \nThis session will highlight how children benefit greatly from authentic relationships with the adults in their lives. It will explore how the critical messages we learned from our childhood affect our interactions and relationships with children in our care. We will utilize self-reflection as a tool to develop self-compassion to build our intentional use of compassion in early learning environments. \nParticipants will receive the course Zoom link via email within 24 hours before the start date for the course. For questions\, contact Rosie Hogan at rosie@tryingtogether.org or Sarah Grubb at sarah.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us. \nSession Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Wednesday\, August 5 | 6 – 7 p.m\nInstructors: Mimi Loughead\nCKC: K6.4 C2\nCDA Subject Area: Supporting children’s social and emotional development.\nRegistrations must be submitted by Monday\, August 3. Space is limited.\nSessions will be offered biweekly and will offer one hour of PQAS credit. Act 48 credit will not be offered.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the course webpage. \nSession Rules and Guidelines\nThese virtual discussions are designed to provide educators the opportunity to grow professionally and share knowledge on early childhood topics. During the meeting\, participants should follow the guidelines below to ensure a successful virtual meeting for all participants. \n\n\n\nPlease allow all participants a chance to speak. Listen respectfully and actively.\nCommit to learning about each other\, not to debating the topic.\nEmbrace differences of opinion as healthy and support each person’s authentic self-expression.\nParticipants will be muted for the beginning portion of the session.\nParticipants may use the “Raise Hand” feature in Zoom to request an opportunity to comment or ask a question. Individuals will be temporarily unmuted by the moderator.\nParticipants may type a comment or question in the Chat or may send comments or questions directly to the moderator for them to share.\nTo receive PQAS credit\, you must complete an evaluation at the end of the session and include your PD Registry number.\nHave fun\, make connections\, and engage in the conversations!\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions or more information\, please contact Rosie Hogan at rosie@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/self-compassion-session/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Community of Practice Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in discussing topics of interest and current trends with fellow professionals in the early childhood field? Join ELRC Region 5 for their virtual Community of Practice sessions! \nAbout\nCommunity of Practice sessions provide early learning professionals with opportunities to discuss topics of interest\, current trends in the early childhood field\, and offer insight and inspiration to their fellow professionals. \nIn August\, these virtual sessions will provide an overview of using the Pennsylvania Professional Development (PD) Registry. Participants will learn how to use the PD Registry as a tool to organize staff and will receive support and clear instruction on renewal requirements for the Keystone STARS program. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 8\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Register\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 20\n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meetings  |  Register\n1 p.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Register\n\n\n\nMore Information\nInformation about the meetings will be sent to participants following registration. For questions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at  elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or 412.350.3577. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/community-practice-ece-meetings/2020-08-08/
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