2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Father Involvement and Co-Parenting: Why It Matters September 29, 2020, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Father Involvement and Co-Parenting: Why It Matters Are you interested in learning about the impact of fathering and co-parenting on child and family development? Join Brazelton Touchpoints Center on September 29 for their webinar, "Focus on Father Involvement and Co-parenting: Why It Matters." About This webinar will explore the positive impact of fathering and co-parenting on child and family development and how […] Free
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm English Learners: Strategies for Digital Learning September 30, 2020, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm English Learners: Strategies for Digital Learning Are you interested in learning digital learning strategies to support English Learners in your online classroom? Join Digital Promise on September 30 for their webinar, "English Learners: Strategies for Digital Learning and the Language of Academic Content." About During this webinar, speakers will share research-based learning strategies and supports that address learner variability, the shift […] Free
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Feelings Behind the Mask: Building Emotion Vocabulary September 30, 2020, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Feelings Behind the Mask: Building Emotion Vocabulary Are you interested in learning strategies to expand children's feeling and emotion vocabulary? Join Trying Together on September 30 for our online session, “Connections and Conversations: Feelings Behind the Mask: Building Emotion Vocabulary.” About Connections and Conversations Virtual Check-Ins are biweekly interactive sessions that highlight topics of interest to the field of early childhood education. Participants […] Free
8:00 am to 10:00 pm CelebratED: 2020 Virtual Celebration October 5, 2020, 8:00 am to 10:00 pm CelebratED: 2020 Virtual Celebration Join the Grable Foundation on World Teachers' Day to celebrate the wonderful educators of the Pittsburgh region and explore the future of education. This is a one-hour virtual event. Multiple viewing times available. About During the CelebratED: 2020 Virtual Celebration, the Grable Foundation will highlight the voices of educators, students, and parents as they describe […] Free
11:30 am to 4:15 pm Recurring ZERO TO THREE Annual Conference October 5, 2020, 11:30 am to 4:15 pm Recurring ZERO TO THREE Annual Conference Are you interested in learning about the latest early childhood research and connecting with thousands of fellow educators from around the world? Join ZERO TO THREE from October 5-9 for their Virtual Annual Conference! About This year’s virtual conference will give participants the added flexibility to be connected safely to thousands of colleagues from around […] $499 – $698
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Teaching Preschool with an Equity Lens October 5, 2020, 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Teaching Preschool with an Equity Lens Are you interested in learning how to promote equity in your preschool classroom? Join the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in October and November for their facilitated online mini-course, "Each & Every Child: Teaching Preschool with an Equity Lens." About This online course will focus on what equity can look like […] $200 – $240
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm ECE Advocacy 101 October 6, 2020, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm ECE Advocacy 101 Are you interested in learning how to use your experience and knowledge to advocate for early childhood? Join Trying Together on October 6 for our free virtual workshop, "ECE Advocacy 101." About The ECE Advocacy 101 workshop is designed to break down the Pennsylvania budget cycle. Participants will receive an overview of the Early Learning PA […] Free
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm On the Shoulders of Giants: Scientific Symposium October 6, 2020, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm On the Shoulders of Giants: Scientific Symposium Join the Child Mind Institute on October 6 for its 2020 Virtual Symposium: On the Shoulders of Giants. The Symposium will feature 2020 Sarah Gund Prize recipient W. Thomas Boyce, MD. About On the Shoulders of Giants is the Child Mind Institute’s annual celebration of scientific achievement in child and adolescent psychiatry, psychology, and developmental neuroscience. […] Free
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Recurring Jeremiah’s Place: Provider Engagement Session October 7, 2020, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Recurring Jeremiah’s Place: Provider Engagement Session Are you interested in learning about Jeremiah's Place and its services? Join them on October 7 and November 5 for their online "Provider Engagement Sessions." About Jeremiah's Place protects children and strengthens families by providing a safe haven of respite, health, renewal, and support for children when their families are experiencing a critical need for […] Free
4:30 pm to 5:30 pm Recurring Supporting Young Students with Remote Learning October 7, 2020, 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm Recurring Supporting Young Students with Remote Learning Are you interested in learning tips from education experts on how to support children in remote and blended learning environments? Join Zoom and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) on October 7 and October 8, 2020 for their two-part Back-to-School webinar series designed for families and caregivers. About Session 1 Tips and Strategies […] Free
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm Digital Media Literacy: A Deeper Look October 8, 2020, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm Digital Media Literacy: A Deeper Look Are you interested in exploring guidance on technology and digital media use with young children? Join Trying Together on October 8 for our virtual session, "Digital Media Literacy: A Deeper Look: NAEYC/Fred Rogers Center Position Statement." About This professional development course is designed for educators and administrators to critically examine and develop a deep understanding […] Free
10:00 am to 11:00 am Recurring Virtual Community of Practice Meetings October 10, 2020, 10:00 am to 11:00 am Recurring Virtual Community of Practice Meetings 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! About Community 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 […] Free
10:00 am to 2:00 pm Homewood Virtual Block Party October 10, 2020, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Homewood Virtual Block Party We’re throwing you a BLOCK PARTY! Join the Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center and Homewood Early Learning Steering Committee (HELSC) on October 10 for a virtual celebration filled with storytime sessions, family yoga, a virtual bike ride, and a dance party! About Since the onset of COVID-19, Trying Together has been working with […] Free
9:00 am to 12:00 pm Using Ages and Stages Questionnaires® as a Screening Tool October 12, 2020, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Using Ages and Stages Questionnaires® as a Screening Tool This event is full. Additional Ages and Stages Questionnaires® courses will be available soon. Are you interested in learning how to use Ages and Stages Questionnaires® as a screening tool for children ages three months to five years? Join Trying Together on October 12 for our virtual course, "Using Ages and Stages Questionnaires® as a […] Free
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Early Learning is No Small Matter October 12, 2020, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Early Learning is No Small Matter Are you interested in exploring the most overlooked, underestimated, and powerful force for good in America today? Join Trying Together on Monday, October 12 for our online course "Early Learning is No Small Matter" to discuss the importance of early childhood education. About During this course, participants will view the documentary "No Small Matter" and […] Free
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Remix! New Ways to Play Using STEM Provocations October 12, 2020, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Remix! New Ways to Play Using STEM Provocations Are you interested in stimulating curiosity in your classroom to build children's STEM skills? Join Trying Together on Monday, October 12 for our online course, “Remix! New Ways to Play Using STEM Provocations.” About In this course, participants will explore building early Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) skills by using classroom resources in fun […] Free
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Essential Trauma-Informed Practices During COVID-19 Recovery October 13, 2020, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Essential Trauma-Informed Practices During COVID-19 Recovery Are you interested in learning about essential trauma-informed practices you can use to support your students during the COVID-19 recovery? Join The Social Express on October 13 for their webinar, "Essential Trauma-Informed Practices During COVID-19 Recovery." About During this webinar, presenters will explore the topic of trauma, the brain, and effective strategies to help teachers, […] Free
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Remake Learning Days Across America Launch October 13, 2020, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Remake Learning Days Across America Launch Are you a Remake Learning Days event host or educational stakeholder who is interested in learning more about Remake Learning Days Across America 2021? Join Remake Learning on Tuesday, October 13 from 7 - 8 p.m. EST for the National Launch! About Remake Learning Days Across America (RLDAA) is an innovative learning festival for families […] Free
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm What We Can Learn from Children About Mindfulness October 14, 2020, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm What We Can Learn from Children About Mindfulness Are you interested in gaining a deeper understanding of how to practice mindfulness together with young children? Join Gryphon House on October 14 for their webinar, "What We Can Learn from Children About Mindfulness to Transform Our Learning Environments." About During this webinar, Dr. Elizabeth Joy Erwin, Professor of Education at Montclair State University, will […] Free
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Advancing Anti-Racist Instruction in K-12 Curriculum October 14, 2020, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Advancing Anti-Racist Instruction in K-12 Curriculum Are you interested in learning concrete strategies for implementing anti-racist content in your school or district? Join EdSurge on October 14 for their webinar, "Advancing Anti-Racist Instruction in K-12 Curriculum." About In this webinar, participants will learn how educators, schools, and districts can and should intentionally interrogate representation within their curriculum and support anti-racism more […] Free
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Boosting Enrollment When Your Program Needs it Most October 14, 2020, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Boosting Enrollment When Your Program Needs it Most Do you need to boost your early learning program's enrollment numbers? Join presenters Kathe and Molly Petchel on October 14 for their webinar, "Boosting Enrollment When Your Program Needs it Most." About As early learning programs across the nation adapt to constantly changing protocols and safety regulations, many are anxious about their program's chance for […] Free
4:30 pm to 6:00 pm Recurring Early Childhood Education Summit October 18, 2020, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm Recurring Early Childhood Education Summit Are you interested in engaging with early childhood thought-leaders and gaining knowledge through online professional development? Attend the Virtual Early Childhood Education (ECE) Summit from October 18 - 21, 2020. PQAS and Act 48 credit will be available. About The ECE Summit features 12 sessions, 60 workshops, and four online specialized networking opportunities that offer […] $119 – $253
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Honoring Each Person’s Experience to Support Mental Health October 19, 2020, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Honoring Each Person’s Experience to Support Mental Health Join Brazelton Touchpoints Center on October 19 for “Honoring Each Person’s Experience to Support Mental Health” to learn how to apply reflective practice and perspective-taking to your virtual work with children and families. About When working with families, especially within today’s current crises, it is important that everyone’s experience of a situation is heard and understood. […] $30
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Parent and Child Voices: Fathering and Co-Parenting October 20, 2020, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Parent and Child Voices: Fathering and Co-Parenting Are you interested in learning about the Supporting Father Involvement (SFI) program? Join Brazelton Touchpoints Center on October 20 for their webinar, "Parent and Child Voices: The Importance of Fathering and Co-Parenting." About This webinar will feature the voices of children, fathers, and mothers on the importance of fathering and co-parenting. Presenters will explore how […] Free
6:00 pm to 6:45 pm Dance the Story: Dracula! October 20, 2020, 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm Dance the Story: Dracula! Are you interested in participating in an up-on-your-feet program for children and families that introduces basic ballet steps and movement concepts through stories and characters? Join the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre on October 20 for, "Dance the Story: Dracula!" About The Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre invites you to a special edition of "Dance the Story: Dracula!" as […] Free
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Recurring Virtual Service Delivery Webinar Series October 22, 2020, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Recurring Virtual Service Delivery Webinar Series Are you interested in learning how to build and sustain relationships with families virtually? Join Brazelton Touchpoints Center for their free Virtual Service Delivery Webinar Series. About Join Brazelton Touchpoints Center for a series of free webinars and an online learning community to explore the challenges and opportunities posed by virtual service delivery, and learn […] Free
8:30 pm to 9:30 pm Talking About Race and Justice With Children October 22, 2020, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm Talking About Race and Justice With Children Are you interested in using children's books to engage young children in critical conversations about diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice? Join EmbraceRace on October 22 for "Using Books to Engage Young Children in Talk about Race & Justice." About During this online event, Aija Simmons, Sara Rizik-Baer, and Savitha Moorthy will describe Mirrors, Windows, and […] Free
10:00 am to 12:00 pm Best Books for Babies Diaper Drop October 24, 2020, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Best Books for Babies Diaper Drop Are you interested in receiving free diapers and a bundle of books for babies ages birth to 18 months? Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and the Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank on Saturday, October 24 for the "Best Books for Babies Diaper Drop." About At this drive-up event, families with babies ages birth to 18 […] Free
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Building Resilience While Social Distancing: Parental Depression & Coping October 26, 2020, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Building Resilience While Social Distancing: Parental Depression & Coping Join Brazelton Touchpoints Center on October 26 for “Building Resilience While Social Distancing: Parental Depression & Coping” to learn coping skills you can share with parents to address the effects of isolation in the short and long terms. About This webinar will explore the similarities between isolation and depression, paying close attention to the distinct needs […] $30
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Advocacy 201: Crafting and Sharing Your Message October 27, 2020, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Advocacy 201: Crafting and Sharing Your Message Are you interested in speaking with elected officials about the importance of early childhood? Join Trying Together on October 27 for our free virtual workshop, "Advocacy 201: Crafting and Sharing Your Message." About Effective messaging helps advocates communicate key points to their audience that can potentially influence their level of support. This workshop is for […] Free
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm The Emotional Development of Infants and Toddlers October 28, 2020, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm The Emotional Development of Infants and Toddlers Are you interested in learning strategies to support infant and toddlers' emotional development? Join Gryphon House on October 28 for their webinar, "Crying and Laughing: The Emotional Development of Infants and Toddlers." About During this webinar, Donna Sasse Wittmer, Ph.D. will highlight ten keys that early childhood professionals can use to support infant and toddler […] Free
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm The Ins and Outs of the PD Registry October 28, 2020, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm The Ins and Outs of the PD Registry Want to use the PD Registry to maximize your professional growth? Join Trying Together on October 28 for our free virtual workshop, “Connections and Conversations: The Ins and Outs of the PD Registry.” About In this Connections and Conversations Virtual Check-In session, participants will engage in virtual discussions with an Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) […] Free
October 26, 2020, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Building Resilience While Social Distancing: Parental Depression & Coping
