12:00 pm Professionalism–Styles and Dispositions in the Workplace January 27, 2020, 12:00 pm Professionalism–Styles and Dispositions in the Workplace This three-week online course will allow early care and education professionals to communicate, reflect, and update the professional styles they may use or want to use to improve in the field of early childhood education. Today’s early childhood professional must demonstrate knowledge of the skills, styles, and dispositions required to succeed in the workplace. This […] $15
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm Medication Administration in ECE Settings | Webinar February 4, 2020, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm Medication Administration in ECE Settings | Webinar Join the American Academy of Pediatrics on February 4 for their one-hour webinar to learn more about two medication administration training tools available for child care health consultants, early learning program directors, health managers, health care professionals, and others to use to help meet national early education and child care training requirements in the area […] Free
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Recurring Raising Readers Together Club | Tweens & Teens February 5, 2020, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Recurring Raising Readers Together Club | Tweens & Teens The Raising Readers Together Club runs weekly and explores the importance of acceptance, equality, and tolerance through reading. Wednesday sessions are suitable for tweens and teens. Raising Readers provides free books, discussion, food, songs, storytelling, and resources. Featured Books February 5 – February 19: This Book is Anti-Racist by Tiffany Jewell February 26 – March 25: Opposite of […] Free
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Recurring Raising Readers Together Club | Ages 0-5 February 6, 2020, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Recurring Raising Readers Together Club | Ages 0-5 The Raising Readers Together Club runs weekly and explores the importance of acceptance, equality, and tolerance through reading. Thursday sessions are suitable for children ages five and younger. Raising Readers provides free books, discussion, food, songs, storytelling, and resources. Winter 2020 Books February 6: Thank You, Mr. Panda February 13: Funderpants! February 20: Knock Knock February 27: My […] Free
9:00 am to 12:00 pm Joyful Transitioning for Toddlers with Music and Movement February 8, 2020, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Joyful Transitioning for Toddlers with Music and Movement Join the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust on February 8 for their professional development session, “Joyful Transitioning for Toddlers with Music and Movement.” About Transitioning into a classroom for the first time can be a big challenge for young toddlers. Ease the transition and even make it joyful by using music and movement! In this workshop, participants […] $15
11:30 am to 1:00 pm Community Baby Shower | McKeesport & More February 17, 2020, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Community Baby Shower | McKeesport & More Beverly’s Birthdays, a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit that provides birthday cheer for children experiencing homelessness and families in need, is hosting free community baby showers in 2020 for expecting women/partners who would benefit from services and resources. Attendees will receive lunch, play games, win prizes, receive a newborn care package, and connect with resource providers. These events […] Free
12:30 pm to 3:30 pm The Basics of Creative Curriculum February 17, 2020, 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm The Basics of Creative Curriculum By attending "The Basics of Creative Curriculum," participants will explore how the environment, teacher, and family work together to provide a solid foundation for early learning experiences. Additionally, participants will learn how to manage their classrooms, create lesson plans, and systematically observe children using the Creative Curriculum Framework. Learning Objectives Upon completion of this course, […] $15
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Refugee Education Workshop Series: Putting Information into Action February 21, 2020, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Refugee Education Workshop Series: Putting Information into Action Join Dr. Xia Chao for the last interactive workshop of the 4-part series dedicated to helping educators understand the literacies, cultures, and needs of the Pittsburgh area's refugee communities. About Through a grant from the National Geographic Society, Dr. Chao has conducted research over the past several years that explores the experiences and narratives of […] Free
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Supporting Young Children’s Brain Development Through Music February 25, 2020, 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Supporting Young Children’s Brain Development Through Music Early childhood professionals are invited to attend "Supporting Young Children's Brain Development Through Music" to gain knowledge on how to intentionally use music in their day-to-day work with children to support development. About This webinar will discuss the ways in which music participation in early childhood naturally supports the brain development of infants, toddlers, and […] Free
4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Recess: A Community Conversation February 26, 2020, 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Recess: A Community Conversation Physical movement and the freedom to play improves children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills. Children, their caregivers, and community members are invited to join the Recess Advocacy Team to discuss their school recess experiences. Families will also have the opportunity to play at the MuseumLab for FREE from 4:30–5:30 p.m. Conversation, activities, and pizza […] Free
11:30 am to 1:00 pm Community Baby Shower | Hosanna House February 27, 2020, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Community Baby Shower | Hosanna House Beverly’s Birthdays, a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit that provides birthday cheer for children experiencing homelessness and families in need, is hosting free community baby showers in 2020 for expecting women/partners who would benefit from services and resources. Attendees will receive lunch, play games, win prizes, receive a newborn care package, and connect with resource providers. These events […] Free
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Trying Together Friendraiser February 27, 2020, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Trying Together Friendraiser Are you interested in learning more about Trying Together, advocating for early childhood, and expanding your network? Join Executive Director Cara Ciminillo and Trying Together's Board of Directors on February 27 for our 2020 Friendraiser! The event will feature a brief presentation and networking with early childhood professionals and stakeholders. Click here to learn more […]
7:30 am to 4:30 pm 2020 Child and Adolescent Mental Health Conference February 28, 2020, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm 2020 Child and Adolescent Mental Health Conference Join the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) on Friday, February 28 for their fourth annual Child and Adolescent Mental Health Conference, “Resilient Youth: Strategies to Overcome Adversity,” at the Pittsburgh Airport Marriott! About Resilient Youth: Strategies to Overcome Adversity is one of the only events in the region specializing in youth mental health. Participants […]
10:00 am to 12:30 pm Nurturing Connection to Nature for Health and Wellness February 28, 2020, 10:00 am to 12:30 pm Nurturing Connection to Nature for Health and Wellness Join APOST and Pittsburgh Parks Rx at the Frick Environmental Center on February 28 to learn how spending time in nature can support physical and mental wellness. About Attend this workshop to explore how to plan engaging experiences that nurture a connection to nature by incorporating active play and mindful reflection. Participants will try out […] Free
February 21, 2020, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Refugee Education Workshop Series: Putting Information into Action
