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SUMMARY:Play
DESCRIPTION:Part 1: Is There a Difference? Children’s Authentic Play Experiences vs. Play Based Classroom Activities:\nThis session will define and discuss the variations of authentic play\, playful experiences and play based activities that could potentially be offered within early learning settings. Participants will engage in resourceful discussions as well as complete independent activities that focus on providing more than just “free play” or teacher planned\, play-based activities. K1.8 C3 \nPart 2: Learning to Play\, Playing to Learn: Encouraging Play Within Early Childhood Classrooms:\n“Play acts as a mechanism into courageous\, creative and rigorous thinking in adulthood.” (T. Bruce\, London Metro University\, 2013). The benefits of children’s play can be life lasting\, as long as the experiences are developmentally appropriate\, positive and engaging. This course discusses children’s play and the role of play in early learning settings. Participants will take part in varied individual and group discussions and activities that focus on the definitions\, developmental mechanics and functions of play as well as become familiar with and brainstorm new strategies for encouraging play within children’s earliest classrooms. K2. 14 C1 \nPart 3: Loose Parts: Using Everyday Items to Enhance Children’s Creative Play:\nLoose parts are open-ended materials found\, bought or upcycled (ex: acorns\, hardware\, stones\, aluminum foil\, fabric scraps) that children can move\, manipulate\, control and change within their play. Loose parts are alluring and beautiful. Natural or synthetic\, they capture children’s curiosity\, give free reign to their imagination and empower creativity. This session discusses the importance of offering experiences and activities that highlight the usage of “loose parts” within the early learning setting. Participants will discuss strategies for stocking\, storing and providing loose parts within their settings. Sample activity ideas and learning area implementation strategies will also be brainstormed. K2.8 C2 \nPart 4: Loose Parts:\nInspiring Play with Infants and Toddlers: Infants and toddlers are researchers that are fascinated by the properties of objects and how things work. They explore materials with all of their senses and delight in cause and effect relationships. It is important for teachers and caregivers to provide open-ended materials (loose parts) that allow infants and toddlers to be in control of their inquiries as they gather and learn information about their environment. This session discusses the value of loose parts\, the need to meet the safety\, feature and functional needs of infants and toddlers and now to relate loose parts to the play-action characteristics of infants and toddlers. K1.7 C2 \nMeets the following Keystone STARS Performance Standards indicators: (EC. 3.4.1) \n  \nPlay\nThis course is a four- part series lasting 12 hours\nMonday\, January 7 – Monday\, February 4\, 2019 \nRegister by Friday\, January 4 at Noon. \nFor more information and to register for credit\, visit pakeys.org. \nDownload the complete list of Trying Together professional development course offerings for October 2018 through March 2019 here.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/play/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190111T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190111T090000
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SUMMARY:Let's Chat About Early Language and Literacy
DESCRIPTION:The PA Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) are hosting chat sessions during the winter months to discuss early language and literacy development topics. \nJoin these 30-minute online chat sessions\, offered at 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.\, to discover resources to share with families and implement in your classroom or center. These sessions will take place on the second and fourth Friday of every month from January through March 2019. \nChat Sessions\n\nDisconnecting to Connect | January 11\, 2019\nBuilding Vocabulary | January 25\, 2019\nStorybook Reading | February 8\, 2019\nPrint in the Environment | February 22\, 2019\nPlaying with Sounds | March 8\, 2019\nSupporting Dual Language Learners | March 22\, 2019\n\nMore Information\nVisit their event website to learn more about the topics\, credits\, and registration. \nPQAS credit hours and Infant/Toddler hours available.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/chat-early-language-literacy/2019-01-11/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190111T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190111T120000
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SUMMARY:Keeping Babies and Children in Mind Series
DESCRIPTION:Professionals who work with infants\, young children & their families (pregnancy through age eight)\, are invited to join PaTTAN Harrisburg for “Keeping Babies and Children in Mind”. \nSeries Objectives\nThis series is comprised of seven\, three-hour workshops to: \n\npromote awareness about the unique social and emotional development of our youngest children;\nenhance the importance of reflective caregiving and parenting towards building resilience;\nand reflect on the centrality of forming relationships and social connections in practice.\n\nAlthough the workshops are designed to be taken in order\, each workshop will be able to stand alone. This FREE training series meets specific requirements of PA-AIMH Competency Guidelines for Endorsement in Culturally Sensitive\, Relationship-Focused Practice Promoting Infant Mental Health® (www.pa-aimh.org). \nTraining Dates & Topics\nDates and times are listed as follows: \n\nFriday\, September 7\, 2018 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWorkshop #1 of 7 | What Happens Early Matters\nFriday\, November 2\, 2018 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWorkshop #2 of 7 | Infant and Early Childhood Development\nFriday\, January 11\, 2019 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWorkshop #3 of 7 | The Language of Behavior\nFriday\, March 1\, 2019 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWorkshop #4 of 7 | Early Stress & the Power of Meaningful Connections\nFriday\, May 3\, 2019 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWorkshop #5 of 7: Relationship-based Practices\nFriday\, July 12\, 2019 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWorkshop #6 of 7 | How Culture Shapes Social Emotional Development\nFriday\, September 6\, 2019 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWorkshop #7 of 7 | Reflective Practices: Caring for Ourselves\n\nLearn more and register online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/keeping-babies-and-children-in-mind-series/2019-01-11/
LOCATION:PaTTAN Harrisburg\, 6430 Flank Dr\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17112\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190111T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190111T200000
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SUMMARY:Women's Rap
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Rap is a support group for female caregivers to connect. We meet every second and fourth Friday of the month. We’re currently engaging in the Stuck Series\, where we focus on identifying and moving through the barriers and challenges in our lives. \nFor more information\, contact Toni Beasley at toni@tryingtogether.org or 412.727.6649. \nShare this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/womens-rap/2019-01-11/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190115
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SUMMARY:Early Childhood Professional Development
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Southwest Regional Key\, Westmoreland County Community College is offering a series of professional development courses that can be taken individually as workshops or as a full 3-hour college credit course. \nView the listing of individual workshop courses.  \nCredited college courses being offered are: \n\nECE 183-KU Creative Experiences – September 6\, 2018— April 11\, 2019; Thursdays 6-9 p.m.;\nWestmoreland-New Kensington\nECE 186-KU Family & Society – September 11\, 2018— April 30\, 2019; Tuesdays 6-9 p.m.;\nWestmoreland-Latrobe\nECE 190-KU- Child Health\, Safety & Nutrition – January 14—April 29\, 2019; Mondays 6-9 p.m.;\nWestmoreland-Fayette\n\nEach course is 3 college credits and can be applied towards an Associate degree at Westmoreland. Tuition is $210 per course and $100 for the textbook. Rising STARS Tuition Assistance and the TEACH Scholarship are both accepted at Westmoreland and can be used towards the cost of the courses. \nQuestions should be directed to Vicki Hricik at 724.925.4013. \nCall 1-800-262-2103 ext. 4204 to register.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/early-childhood-professional-development/2019-01-14/
LOCATION:Westmoreland County Community College\, Community College Drive\, Youngwood\, PA\, 15697\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190122T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190122T113000
DTSTAMP:20190216T013210Z
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SUMMARY:Come Play!
DESCRIPTION:Guided by the staff at Trying Together\, Come Play! is an opportunity for family and group child care providers to bring their enrolled children for hands-on professional development. \nShare this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/come-play-4/2019-01-22/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190122T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190122T193000
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SUMMARY:Toddler Life: Free Class Series
DESCRIPTION:This seven-class series explores how to enjoy life with a toddler\, keep them safe and healthy\, and teach them what they are ready to learn. \nParents and expectant parents are invited to learn about and discuss topics that can help their toddlers succeed. By attending\, all parents earn points toward baby clothes\, toys\, equipment\, and can receive 50 diapers per month. For expectant parents\, there are opportunities to earn a new pack ‘n play\, car seat\, or high chair by completing seven classes. \nThis series runs on Tuesdays from January 22 to March 5\, 2019. \nA light dinner will be provided. \nTopics\nThe following topics will be discussed: \n\nPositive Discipline\nDevelopmental Stages\nSibling Adjustment\nToilet Training\nStress-Reduction\n\nRegistration\nRegister for these free classes by phone (412.945.7670) or online through the Facebook event page. \nShare this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/toddler-life-class-series/2019-01-22/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190125T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190125T090000
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SUMMARY:Let's Chat About Early Language and Literacy
DESCRIPTION:The PA Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) are hosting chat sessions during the winter months to discuss early language and literacy development topics. \nJoin these 30-minute online chat sessions\, offered at 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.\, to discover resources to share with families and implement in your classroom or center. These sessions will take place on the second and fourth Friday of every month from January through March 2019. \nChat Sessions\n\nDisconnecting to Connect | January 11\, 2019\nBuilding Vocabulary | January 25\, 2019\nStorybook Reading | February 8\, 2019\nPrint in the Environment | February 22\, 2019\nPlaying with Sounds | March 8\, 2019\nSupporting Dual Language Learners | March 22\, 2019\n\nMore Information\nVisit their event website to learn more about the topics\, credits\, and registration. \nPQAS credit hours and Infant/Toddler hours available.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/chat-early-language-literacy/2019-01-25/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190125T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T192903Z
CREATED:20260408T192903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192903Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Rap
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Rap is a support group for female caregivers to connect. We meet every second and fourth Friday of the month. We’re currently engaging in the Stuck Series\, where we focus on identifying and moving through the barriers and challenges in our lives. \nFor more information\, contact Toni Beasley at toni@tryingtogether.org or 412.727.6649. \nShare this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/womens-rap/2019-01-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190128T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190128T140000
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CREATED:20190115T202221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190115T202221Z
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SUMMARY:Munchkin Mondays
DESCRIPTION:Bring your smallest scientists to the Carnegie Science Center for Munchkin Mondays\, full of themed activities just for early learners ages two through six! Your preschoolers will get up close to exciting science concepts\, while having tons of fun with hands-on activities and socializing with other little learners. \nActivities include: \n\nStory Time\nMake-and-Takes\nPlanetarium Shows\nLive Demo Shows\n\nSpecial rates are available for groups of 15 or more people ages three and up\, and require advance reservations. Group rates do not include shows in Planetarium and theaters. \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/munchkin-mondays/2019-01-28/
LOCATION:Carnegie Science Center: Little Learner Clubhouse\, 1 Allegheny Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15212\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190129T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190129T113000
DTSTAMP:20190216T013210Z
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SUMMARY:Come Play!
DESCRIPTION:Guided by the staff at Trying Together\, Come Play! is an opportunity for family and group child care providers to bring their enrolled children for hands-on professional development. \nShare this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/come-play-4/2019-01-29/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190129T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190129T190000
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SUMMARY:Community Building Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers are invited to attend community meetings in Homewood to learn about activities and resources that support the development of young children and their families. Once collected\, caregivers come together at Homewood-Brushton Family Support Center for a monthly meeting to share this information for collaboration and planning purposes. \nFor more information\, contact Vicki Taylor at victoria@tryingtogether.org or 412-727-6649. \nShare this flyer with your networks. 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/community-building-meeting/2019-01-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190129T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190129T193000
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SUMMARY:Toddler Life: Free Class Series
DESCRIPTION:This seven-class series explores how to enjoy life with a toddler\, keep them safe and healthy\, and teach them what they are ready to learn. \nParents and expectant parents are invited to learn about and discuss topics that can help their toddlers succeed. By attending\, all parents earn points toward baby clothes\, toys\, equipment\, and can receive 50 diapers per month. For expectant parents\, there are opportunities to earn a new pack ‘n play\, car seat\, or high chair by completing seven classes. \nThis series runs on Tuesdays from January 22 to March 5\, 2019. \nA light dinner will be provided. \nTopics\nThe following topics will be discussed: \n\nPositive Discipline\nDevelopmental Stages\nSibling Adjustment\nToilet Training\nStress-Reduction\n\nRegistration\nRegister for these free classes by phone (412.945.7670) or online through the Facebook event page. \nShare this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/toddler-life-class-series/2019-01-29/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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