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SUMMARY:Scenario Planning Clinics
DESCRIPTION:Elevate NP of Southwestern PA will hold free scenario planning clinics in Pittsburgh and Butler in August and September. \nLearn More\nThe clinics will help nonprofits in the region with funding\, rising costs\, policy\, shifting demand\, staffing\, and technology. Upcoming clinics include: \n\nThursday\, August 20 (Butler)\nThursday\, September 3 (Pittsburgh)\n\nThe workshops include group discussion with expert facilitators\, peer connections\, and applied exercises that focus on the major drivers of uncertainty and risk for their organization. It will also provide some potential scenarios for which attendees can develop an action plan to address near-term risks or opportunities. \nThose interested in attending can register online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/scenario-planning-clinics-2/2026-09-03/
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SUMMARY:American Red Cross First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, CPR\, and AED Training
DESCRIPTION:This course has an emphasis on hands-on learning. It teaches participants the skills to save a life. This course aligns with OSHA’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs. Certification is issued upon successful completion. This certification is valid for two years. \nFor the hybrid model\, online Red Cross work must be completed prior to the in person\, hands-on learning. \nMore details include: \n\nWhen: Thursday\, September 3 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.\nHybrid: Monroeville Public Library (4000 Gateway Campus Boulevard)\nCost: $70\nRegister now
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/american-red-cross-first-aid-pediatric-first-aid-cpr-and-aed-training-14/
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SUMMARY:Supervision 101
DESCRIPTION:This session will give a foundational overview of supervision in licensed early childhood programs. Learning objectives will focus on the DHS Certification Regulations for child care in Pennsylvania. \nParticipants will be able to define supervision per the regulations. This session will also focus on ratio and discuss various scenarios for practical application. \nThis course is appropriate for both new early childhood professionals and those that might need a refresher on the vital importance of supervision. \nMore Details: \n\nWhen: Thursday\, September 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.\nWhere: ZOOM\nCost: $10\nRegister now
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/supervision-101-5/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000
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SUMMARY:Reframing “Challenging” Behaviors in the ECE Classroom | Washington
DESCRIPTION:Struggling with tough behaviors in your classroom? You’re not alone. This course is a practical\, hands-on course designed to help you better understand what “challenging” behavior really means. You’ll learn how to spot it\, talk about it\, and use developmentally appropriate strategies to prevent and respond to the behavior. Walk away with tools you can use right away to create a calmer\, more supportive classroom. \nMore Details\nDate: September 12\, 2026 \nTime: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. \nCost: $20 per 2 hour PD \nLocation:\nBlueprints\n150 West Beau Street\, Suite 412\nWashington\, PA 15301 \nCredits Offered: 2 PQAS / ACT48 hours \nRegister
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/reframing-challenging-behaviors-in-the-ece-classroom-washington/
LOCATION:Blueprints\, 150 West Beau Street\, Suite 412\, Washington\, PA\, 15301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Extended County
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SUMMARY:Introduction to ASQ SE2
DESCRIPTION:*Should have already taken ASQ-3 PD prior to this ASQ-SE2 training. \nParticipants will learn how to use the ASQ-SE-2® as a social-emotional developmental screening tool for children ages 3 months to 5 years. \nThe session provides information on why a developmental screening tool is administered in early childhood programs\, how to administer and score the screener\, strategies for sharing results with families of diverse backgrounds\, and resources to support making referrals to additional services as needed. \n\nWhen: Saturday\, September 12 from 10 a.m. to noon\nWhere: ZOOM\nCost: $20\nRegister now
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-asq-se2/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to ASQ-3
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to use the ASQ-3 as a screening tool for children ages 3 months to 5 years. \nThe session provides information on why a developmental screening tool is administered in early childhood programs\, how to administer and score the screener\, strategies for sharing results with families of diverse backgrounds\, and supporting resources for making referrals to additional services if needed. \nMore Details: \n\nWhen: Monday\, September 14 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.\nWhere: ZOOM\nCost: $30\nRegister now
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-asq-3-21/
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SUMMARY:Growing Together: The Cycle of Inquiry: Meaningful Experiences from Infancy to Pre-K
DESCRIPTION:Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for September is The Cycle of Inquiry: Meaningful Experiences from Infancy to Pre-K.\n \nParticipants can choose to attend any or all of the mini-sessions and registration is highly recommended. However\, participants can access any session using the Zoom link. \nClick here to register \nTrying Together’s 2026-27  Growing Together offerings include: \n\nIntro to Neurodivergence – 6:30-7:30 on October 21\nLet’s Get Creative: Incorporating Creative Art in the Early Childhood Classroom – 6:30-7:30 on November 18\nSensory Activities Through STEAM – 6:30-7:30 on December 16\nSeparation Anxiety – 6:30-7:30 on January 20\nCalm\, Reset\, Respond – 6:30-7:30 on February 17\nELRC Resources – 6:30-7:30 on March 17\nBehavior is Communication – 6:30-7:30 on April 21\nDe-Escalation – 6:30-7:30 on May 18\nInfant and Toddler Circle Time – 6:30-7:30 on June 16\, 2027
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/growing-together-the-cycle-of-inquiry-meaningful-experiences-from-infancy-to-pre-k/
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SUMMARY:Care with Community Grocery Distribution
DESCRIPTION:The Penn Hills Library is hosting a biweekly grocery distribution led by Care with Community\, a community-led mutual aid initiative. \nLearn More\nThe distributions will take place from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. every other Monday. Resources are unconditionally shared and available to everyone. \nThose interested in helping can donate through Venmo\, set up recurring donations via givebutter\, sign up to volunteer\, or email carewithcarter@gmail.com to donate items.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/care-with-community-grocery-distribution/2026-09-21/
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SUMMARY:Flip It! Transforming Challenging Behavior in Young Children
DESCRIPTION:FLIP IT® is a strategy that offers a simple\, kind\, strength-based\, commonsense\, and effective four step process to address children’s day to day challenging behaviors. \nThe four steps are embodied in the FLIP IT mnemonic which stands for F – Feelings\, L – Limits\, I – Inquiries\, and P – Prompts. FLIP IT is nothing new\, but transforms best practice into a strategy that is easy to remember\, applicable in a variety of challenging situations\, and portable. FLIP IT is most appropriate for children 3-8 years old. \nMore Details: \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, September 22 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.\nWhere: ZOOM\nCost: $20\nRegister now
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/flip-it-transforming-challenging-behavior-in-young-children-2/
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SUMMARY:Ideas Into Action 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Center for the Study of Social Policy will host its fall summit\, Ideas Into Action 2026: Shaping a Just Future for Families\, on Wednesday\, September 23 and Thursday\, September 24. \nLearn More\nThe summit will bring together policymakers\, researches\, service providers\, funders\, organizers\, young people\, and families who are directly affected by public policies and systems for engaging conversations and practical workshops to advance policy and system change efforts that will set a new course and shape a just future for families. \nOver two days\, attendees will explore policy proposals and practical tools to address some of the most urgent challenges facing children and families today – from growing economic instability to making child care more affordable and safeguarding child and family well-being amid immigration enforcement. \nWorkshops will offer concrete skill-building and tools to help participants advance their work in support of family well-being. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the first day\, and 1 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. on the second day\, depending on the workshop. \nThe cost to attend the summit is $58. For more information or to register\, visit the CSSP’s website. \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/ideas-into-action-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T180000
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SUMMARY:Rise Together
DESCRIPTION:Need a family fun Friday night? Join families at The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for a night of fun-filled games and activities. \nParents and caregivers can explore ways to interact with their children to promote growth through play. This event is for enrolled families only. \nFor more information\, contact Nicole Banner at nicole@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/rise-together/2026-09-25/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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