Trying Together

Rise Together
2021-04-23 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center, 7219 Kelly Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15208
Need a family fun Friday night? Join families at The Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center for a night of fun-filled games and activities. Parents and caregivers can explore ways to interact with their children to promote growth through play.
Rise Together takes place on the Fourth Friday of each month from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center (7219 Kelly Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15208).
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For more information, contact 412.545.5039.
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ELRC Region 5: Ask the Coaches (STAR 3/4 Standards)
2021-04-22 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Allegheny County child care owners, directors, and teaching staff: Do you have questions about Keystone STARS 3/4 Standards? Join ELRC Region 5 on April 22 for their online discussion, “ELRC Region 5: Ask the Coaches.”
About
Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5 Quality Coaches will a host one-hour discussion for Allegheny County child care owners, directors, and teaching staff to ask questions, network with peers, and learn about resources that support all things Keystone STARS.
Additional discussions will be held on the fourth Thursday of every month via Zoom. Discussion topics will vary based on participant feedback and current events. One PQAS credit hour will be available.
Course Details

Session Date: Thursday, April 22, 2021 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Session Topic: Keystone STARS 3/4 Standards

Instructors: Kathy Wolfe, Holly Cessna, and Nicole Paulovich

CKC: K6.3 C1 and K6.6 C1

Registration
STEP ONE (EVENT REGISTRATION)
To register, complete the online registration form. Registration will close on Monday, April 20 at 5 p.m. Space is limited. Please have your PD Registry Number available.
STEP TWO (RECEIVING CREDIT)
One PQAS credit hour will be available. To receive credit, participants must complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form).
More Information
For questions about the session, please contact Jillian Miller at jillian.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us. For questions about course credit, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.
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A Conversation with Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski
2021-04-21 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join What School Could Be on April 21 to hear from Remake Learning founder Gregg Behr and co-author Ryan Rydzewski on their newly-released book about Mr. Rogers — When You Wonder, You’re Learning.
About
Pittsburgh has spawned two major contributions to educating our youth — Mr. Rogers and Remake Learning. During this session, participants will meet Remake Learning’s founder, Gregg Behr, and co-author Ryan Rydzewski of their just-released new book about Mr. Rogers — When You Wonder, You’re Learning. Participants will be flooded by childhood memories, and marvel at how the values of Fred Rogers pointed us to such an inspiring vision of education.
Registration
To register and learn more, visit the online event page.
More Information
This event is part of the Game Changer Series, a collection of conversations between Ted Dintersmith and some of the leading education changemakers. To view additional events, visit the What School Could Do website. To learn more about the book, visit the When You Wonder website.

Childhood Activities: Physical Activity and COVID-19
2021-04-21 13:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Interested in learning about socially distanced physical activities for children ages two to five years old? Join the Pennsylvania Head Start Association on Wednesday, April 21 for their online event, “Early Childhood Physical Activities: Physical Activity and COVID-19.”
About
The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted numerous changes in early childhood practices, including the recommendation to maintain a physical distance of at least six feet from others. Learn ideas for physical activities that can still be enjoyed by young children while striving to maintain physical distancing. These physical activities use inexpensive equipment and are fun for two- to five-year-old children to play and adults to lead.
Registration
To register, visit the online registration page.

Advocacy for Family and Group Child Care Providers
2021-04-20 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
Are you interested in meeting with elected officials to advocate for early childhood? Join Trying Together on Tuesday, April 20 for our free online course, “Crafting & Sharing Your Message: Advocacy for Family and Group Child Care Providers.”
About
Effective messaging helps advocates communicate key points to their audience that can potentially influence their level of support. This workshop is intended to connect advocacy knowledge and expertise in ECE to advocacy actions. Presenters will review early childhood research and effective messaging such as brain science, return on investment, impact on the workforce and business community, and high-quality teaching.
The focus of the workshop will be geared specifically toward family child care and group child care providers. Attendees will leave the workshop with talking points and resources for meeting with elected officials to advocate for early childhood.
Course Details

Session Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Session Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Instructors: Emily Neff, Cristina Codario, and Lindsey Ramsey

CKC: K6.10 C2 – Participate in informed and ethical advocacy activities in the community and professionally that: articulate well-developed perspectives on the challenges facing the early childhood profession including the impact of public policy; advocate for sound educational practices and policies; and advocate for appropriate services and funding.

Registration
Step One (Event Registration)
To register, complete the online registration form. Space is limited, so register today to save your spot. Registration will close on April 18 at 5 p.m. Please have your PD Registry and PPID Numbers available (if any).
Step Two (Receiving Credit)
One hour of PQAS credit will be available. To receive credit, participants must complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form).
More Information
For questions about the session, please contact Emily Neff at emily@tryingtogether.org. For questions regarding course credit, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.

Mental Health First Aid Training
2021-04-20 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Are you interested in receiving a three-year Mental Health First Aid certification? Check out Pennsylvania Head Start Association’s virtual course, “Mental Health First Aid.”
About
Like CPR training helps a non-medical professional assist an individual following a heart attack, Mental Health First Aid helps an individual who does not have clinical training assist someone experiencing a mental health crisis. In both situations, the goal is to help support an individual until appropriate professional help arrives.
Participants will receive a digital manual and participant guide. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, participants will be certified Mental Health First Aiders for three years.
Registration
This training will be hosted virtually on Zoom. Approximately two to two and a half hours of work is required in advance of the training session. To register and learn more, visit the event webpage. Space is limited.
More Information
For questions, contact kayle@paheadstart.org.

The Incredible Years Parenting Program
2021-04-19 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-04-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-04-05 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Parenting is hard work. Join Wesley Family Services on Mondays from February 22 to June 28, 2021, for their Incredible Years Parenting Program to learn ways to make parenting easier and fun for both you and your child. Incentives will be included.
About
The Incredible Years Parenting Program will be hosted virtually on Mondays from February 22 to June 28, 2021. Classes will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Through the program, caregivers will learn how to:

set clear limits with their children,

use effective and positive discipline techniques,

use praise and rewards to encourage positive behaviors, and

play together to build their relationship with their child.

Registration
To enroll, contact Shana Orlic at 724.217.8303 or shana.orlic@wfspa.org.
More Information
For more information, contact Shana Orlic at 724.217.8303 or shana.orlic@wfspa.org.
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Black Maternal Health Virtual Conference
2021-04-17 12:00, 2021-04-16 12:00 (America/New_York)
Join the Black Mamas Matter Alliance from April 16 – 17 for their “Black Maternal Health Virtual Conference.”
About
Founded and led by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA), the Black Maternal Health Conference (BMHC) is the premiere assembly for Black women, clinicians, professionals, advocates, and other stakeholders working to improve maternal health using birth justice, reproductive justice, and human rights frameworks. This year’s virtual conference will offer a national space for learning, rich discussions, and mobilization to transform Black maternal health, rights, and justice.
Individuals who participate will deepen their understanding of contributing factors to Black maternal health outcomes; learn about and ideate community-driven program, care, and policy solutions; gain skills to engage more effectively in evidence-based advocacy; comprehend the current evidence base and identify ongoing research needs; and explore how culture is a necessary and powerful part of healing and resistance.
Conference Objectives

Build capacity of Black leaders in maternal health to shape programs, policy, and care and engage in evidence-based advocacy.

Disseminate best practices to address critical issues in Black maternal health from different sectors including research, care, policy, and culture shift.

Grow a community and network of stakeholders committed to improving Black maternal health.

Cultivate a space of love, respect, and listening that centers the voices and experiences of Black Mamas, Black Birthworkers, Black scholars, and Black Women leaders.

Registration
To register and learn more, visit the Black Mamas Matter website.

Pediatric CPR, AED, First Aid, and Fire Safety Training
2021-04-17 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Kinder Academy, 1005 Beaver Grade Rd, Moon Twp, 15108
Are you interested in receiving a certification in Pediatric CPR, AED, First Aid, and Fire Safety? Join The Life Safety Pro Founder Jeremy Manke for a blended (online and in-person) Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid Training course. Completion of this module meets the required hours of professionals in Pennsylvania plus mandated health and safety education requirements.
Course Overview
Please read the Full Course Details before registering.

Instructor: Jeremy Manke, Founder, The Life Safety Pro
Cost:

$45 for Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid Training
$55 for Pediatric CPR, AED, First Aid, and Fire Safety Training

Online Training Session (Required)

Registrants will receive the online training link in their email after registration.
Must be completed at least two days prior to the in-person session (by Thursday, April 15).
Includes approximately four hours of self-paced, online training content.

In-Person Training Session (Required)

Date: Saturday, April 17, 2021
Location: Kinder Academy, 1005 Beaver Grade Rd, Moon Twp, PA 15108
Available Times: 10 – 11:15 a.m., 11:30 a.m. – 12:40 p.m., 1 – 2:15 p.m., or 2:30 – 3:45 p.m.

Full Course Details
The certification received through this course is PA Keys Approved and meets the CPR and First Aid requirements for child care professionals in Pennsylvania. As a blended course, this training consists of two parts:
Part One: Online Training
Part One includes a self-paced, asynchronous online training session. After registering, you will receive a training link via email to complete the required CPR and First Aid online videos. This portion will take approximately four hours to complete. While participants can complete the training videos at their own pace, all online training must be complete at least two days before attending the in-person training session.
If a participant does not complete the online training, they cannot participate in the in-person session.
Part Two: In-Person Training
Part Two includes a one-hour in-person skills training session where participants will demonstrate CPR and First Aid skills from the online training. The instructor will walk participants through the session and answer questions. Hands-on fire extinguisher training and a Fire Safety PowerPoint presentation will be available to participants that added Fire Safety to their registration.
Timeslots will be used to limit the number of participants. A limited number of participants will be assigned to each mannequin. Masks must be worn at all times unless asked to remove for demonstration purposes.
Two-Step Registration
Step One
Please register for this course using the online registration form. Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid Training will cost $45. Attendees can choose to add Fire Safety Training for an additional $10 ($55 total).
Registration closes on Thursday, April 15 at 11:55 p.m. Limited timeslot spots are available.
Step Two
You will receive a confirmation email to the email you included in your online registration. Please click on the training link in that email to access the online training sessions. All online sessions must be completed by Thursday, April 15, 2021.
More Information
For questions about course content, contact Jeremy Manke at 412.712.7146 or jeremy@thelifesafetypro.com. For questions about registration, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.

Pre-K Explore Day 2021
2021-04-17 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
Join ALCOSAN on April 17 as they celebrate young learners (ages three to six) during their Pre-K Explore Day!
About
During this event, children will virtually explore the science of ALCOSAN’s wastewater treatment process through interactive and engaging science experiments. Materials will be provided. Children must live or attend an Early Childhood Program in the ALCOSAN service area.
Registration
To register, complete the online registration form. Registration is required. Share this flyer with your network.

Black Maternal Health Week Celebration
2021-04-16 19:00, 2021-04-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2021-04-11 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Brown Mamas and the Birthing Hut are hosting their first Black Maternal Health celebration from April 11 – 18, 2021. Join them for a series of free events centered on wellness, birthing, and justice.
About
This celebration gives birthing and non-birthing mothers and fathers a chance to connect with their bodies, learn about how to birth in ways that are beneficial for mothers and families, and be educated on current fights for reproductive justice in our country. Events include the following:
Wellness Movement for Mamas
Sunday, April 11, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Yoga, breathwork, meditation, and womb-awareness hula hooping are on the agenda for this four-hour Wellness Movement Session. Birthing and non-birthing individuals can drop in to join the wellness practitioners in calming and fun, black-female-centered movement.
Doula Speed-Dating and Info Session
Wednesday, April 14, 7 – 9 p.m.
Join the Birthing Hut and a host of doulas to learn more about how doulas can help you birth your way. In addition to tons of info on what doulas do, participants will be able to have one-on-one time with local doulas.
Belly of the Beast Film Screening and Q&A
Friday, April 16
Grab your snacks and be ready to drop your jaws as participants quarantine and screen this harrowing film chronicling the fight for reproductive justice by women formerly incarcerated in California State Prisons. The film chronicles their fight for justice after learning they were unknowingly sterilized by practitioners at the facilities.
Registration
To register, visit the online registration page.

ECE Apprenticeship Information Session
2021-04-15 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Want to learn how apprenticeship can help accomplish your degree, credential, and professional development goals? Join Trying Together on April 15 for our “ECE Apprenticeship Informational Night.”
About
During this informational session, participants will learn about the importance of workforce development in the early childhood field including degree attainment, credentials, and professional development. Participants will also learn about apprenticeship as a means to accomplish those goals and receive an overview of our exciting and innovative program. Our valued partners from Literacy Pittsburgh will also be on hand to discuss their services available to our apprentices.
Session Details

Session Date: Thursday, April 15, 2021
Session Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Presenter: Lindsey Vicoria-Bucki, Professional Growth Specialist

Registration
To register, complete the online registration form. Registration closes on Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at 5 p.m.
More Information
For questions about the event, contact Lindsey Vicoria-Bucki at lindseyv@tryingtogether.org.

Leaning into Culturally-grounded Anti-bias Child Assessment
2021-04-15 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Are you interested in exploring how child assessments can better capture the assets and competencies of children of color? Join Research Professor Iheoma Iruka on April 15 for “Leaning into Culturally-grounded Anti-bias Child Assessment.”
About
Child assessment plays a critical role in supporting children’s school readiness by providing early childhood educators with important information about children’s assets, growth, and potential, as well as areas needing strengthening. For assessment to meet the standards of developmentally appropriate practice, it must be authentic and strengths-based. That is, children should be assessed in the context of their daily routines and activities as they engage with familiar materials through an asset frame.
Unfortunately, there is evidence that children of color, especially Black children, are often assessed as less cognitively, linguistically, and socially astute than their peers. There is a need to transform child assessments as an equity tool to support children in a racially-affirming and holistic way. This means interrogating the content, purpose, and goals of the assessments, and the role of adults’ biases, behaviors, and the learning environment.
Featured Topics
By attending this webinar, participants will:

understand the purposes and goals of child assessments,

examine how adult behaviors and environment may influence child assessments, and

explore how child assessments can better capture the assets and competencies of Black children and other children of color.

Registration
To register, complete the online registration form. If you cannot participate at the scheduled time, you can still register to receive a webinar recording link. Certificates will be available for those who complete the webinar.

Black Maternal Health: An American Crisis
2021-04-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join Adagio Health in recognizing Black Maternal Health Week by attending their online event “Black Maternal Health: An American Crisis” on Thursday, April 15.
About
Black women in the U.S. routinely experience poor maternal health outcomes, including disproportionately high rates of death related to pregnancy or childbirth, irrespective of income and education levels. The Better Health Outcomes Speaker Series seeks to further engagement and advocacy around issues that have taken on new importance during the COVID-19 pandemic: Food Insecurity, Black Maternal Health, Behavioral Health, and Racial Health Disparities.
This event will focus on Black Maternal Health and will feature the following presenters:

Dr. Dara Mendez, Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh
Member of the Infant Mortality Collaborative for Allegheny County and the Pennsylvania Maternal Mortality Review Committee

Representative Morgan Cephas (D-Philadelphia)
Chairwoman of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus Subcommittee on Women and Girls of Color

Registration
To register, visit the Adagio Health website. Enter the code “FREE” to receive free registration for this event.

Strengthening Family Engagement - Tools for Positive Partnering
2021-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Child Care Professionals: Want to learn how to leverage families’ strengths, maintain positive relationships, and connect families with community supports? Join Trying Together on Wednesday, April 14 for our online course, “Connections and Conversations: Strengthening Family Engagement – Tools for Positive Partnering.”
About
Connections 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 with child development experts while interacting with early learning practitioners to share questions, experiences, and expertise.
In this workshop, child care professionals will learn to use the Trying Together Family Engagement Toolkit toward enriching their family engagement practice. During this “how-to”, participants will learn to navigate the online toolkit as well as discuss ways in which they can leverage families’ strengths, maintain positive relationships, and connect families with community support and resources.
Course Details

Session Date: Wednesday, April 14, 2021 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Instructors: Sarah Grubb and Serena Washington

Core Knowledge Competency (CKC): K3.6 C1 – Identify intentional practices designed to acknowledge and value the strengths of families and to create positive, reciprocal relationships with diverse families.

Registration
STEP ONE (EVENT REGISTRATION)
To register, complete the online registration form. Space is limited, so register today to save your spot. Registration will close on Monday, April 12 at 5 p.m. Please have your PD Registry Number available (if any).
STEP TWO (RECEIVING CREDIT)
One hour of PQAS credit is available. To receive credit, participants must complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form).
Session Rules and Guidelines
These 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.

Please allow all participants a chance to speak. Listen respectfully and actively.

Commit to learning about each other, not to debating the topic.

Embrace differences of opinion as healthy and support each person’s authentic self-expression.

Participants will be muted for the beginning portion of the session.

Participants 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.

Participants may type a comment or question in the chat or may send comments or questions directly to the moderator for them to share.

To receive PQAS credit, you must complete an evaluation at the end of the session and include your PD Registry Number.

Have fun, make connections, and engage in the conversations!

More Information
For course questions, contact Sarah Grubb at sarah.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or Serena Washington at serena@tryingtogether.org. For questions about credit, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.

Fixing Bullet Points
2021-04-13 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
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Breaking Down Structural and Systemic Racism for Children
2021-04-12 20:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York)
Want to learn how to discuss structural and systemic racism with children? Join Embrace Race on April 12 for their online event, “Breaking Down ‘Structural’ and ‘Systemic’ Racism for Our Children.”
About
Join Embrace Race for a conversation about structural and systemic racism. What do those terms mean? Why do they matter? How can we break them down and make them accessible to elementary school-aged children? What can we support our children to do about them? Bring your questions, experiences, and insights!
Registration
To register, complete the online registration form. Registrants will also receive a link to a webinar recording, the transcript, and relevant resources in the days following the live event.

Trauma-Informed Care Workshops
2021-04-12 09:00 - 11:00, 2021-04-05 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Join Pitt SHRS Wellness Pavilion and Homewood CEC for free virtual workshops that will help prepare participants to address and prevent the traumatic impact of adversities in childhood.
About
Research shows that 67 percent of the population has experienced at least one Adverse Childhood Experience. These trauma-based adversities are predictive of many toxic physical, mental, and social outcomes throughout a person’s lifetime. As a society, we need to be better informed and prepared to prevent and address the traumatic impact of childhood adversities.
Featured Workshops
The following workshops are open to caregivers, community residents, neighborhood schools, community organizations, and anyone who works with youth:
Trauma 101
April 5, 2021 | 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
In this multi-media, interactive workshop, participants will work together to build a powerful image that helps them appreciate the complex nature of trauma and its aftermath.
Trauma 102
April 12, 2021 | 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
This workshop will build on the information discussed in the first training session. Participants will be provided with opportunities to implement and practice the following skills:

Dr. Bruce Perry’s Three Rs
Developing Personal Safety Plans
Trauma-sensitive communication
Intentional Breathing
Understanding the Definitions of Epigenetics and Trans-Generational Legacies

Registration
To register, complete the online registration form. Registrants will receive the Zoom information in their emails.
More Information
For more information, contact SHRS Wellness Pavilion Director Channing Moreland at clmorelands@pitt.edu or 412.383.3770. Share this flyer with your network.
These workshops are sponsored by the PA Care Partnership and Lakeside Global Institute.

Free Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid Training
2021-04-10 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
The City of Pittsburgh and Trying Together are offering free in-person Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and AED Training on Saturday, April 10, 2021. This training is open to child care staff and early learning professionals who work or reside within the city limits of Pittsburgh.
About
Participants will receive hands-on Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and AED training from a virtual instructor at two locations in Pittsburgh. Individuals who complete the course will receive a two-year American Heart Association HeartSaver certification.
A limited number of participants will be scheduled at each location and assigned to each mannequin to maintain the safety of all participants. Face masks must be worn at all times. Masks, hand sanitizer, and other sanitation items will be available at all site locations. Each program location is eligible to receive informational posters.
Training Overview
Date: Saturday, April 10, 2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Locations:

City of Pittsburgh Training Academy
900 N Lincoln Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233

City-County Building, Citistats Room, 6th Floor, Room 646
414 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Instructors: City of Pittsburgh Emergency Medical Services Staff
Two-Step Registration
Step One
Participants must live or work in the City of Pittsburgh. To register, complete the online registration form.
Registration closes on Thursday, April 8 at 11:55 p.m. Space is limited. After the course is full, individuals who register will be added to a waitlist. Individuals on the waitlist will be contacted when additional training opportunities become available.
Step Two
After completing the course, participants will be asked to complete a sign-in sheet and answer questions on the American Heart Association website to receive their certification cards. These cards will be sent digitally but can be printed by request.
For more information on claiming your card, visit the American Heart Association website.
More Information
For questions, contact Judy Graca at judy@tryingtogether.org. For questions about registration, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.

Women's Rap
2021-04-09 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Are you a single mom or caregiver in need of self-care? Women’s Rap provides a safe place for communication, encouragement, and reflection. Join us for a group discussion to build your confidence, gratitude, and supportive relationships with other women.
Event Details
Second Friday of Every Month
6 – 7:30 p.m.
Location
The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
7219 Kelly Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Learn More
For more information, contact Toni Beasley at 412.540.5732 or toni@tryingtogether.org. Learn more about the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center on the Trying Together website.
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State of Black Learning Workshops
2021-04-07 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York)
Through the generous support of the Grable Foundation, the State of Black of Learning will launch a series of free professional development opportunities over the next few months to ensure that every educator and student has an opportunity to excel within this new paradigm of education.
About
During these workshops, State of Black Learning will highlight the unsung heroes of education by giving them a chance to showcase their ability to engage students during remote and hybrid learning. Educators will receive a stipend for their participation and will be offered an opportunity to share out the best practices during March and May networking gatherings.
If you or someone you know is doing phenomenal work, email State of Black Learning at info@stateofblacklearning.com.
Featured Workshops

February 26, 2021 | Disconnect to Reconnect: Old School Learning, Captivating Young Minds in a Digital Age
Speaker: Elle Cole, Author, Speaker & Podcast host of Cleverly Changing

March 26, 2021 | Unsung Heroes of Education
Speakers: Local/National Educators

April 7, 2021 | Leaders of Impact
Speakers: Dr. Gretchen Generett, Professor & Interim Dean of Duquesne University School of Education & Dr. Valerie Kinloch, Professor & Dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Education, facilitated by Dr. Tyra Good, Associate Professor of Education at Elms College

May 26, 2021 | Unsung Heroes of Education
Speakers: Local/National Educators

Registration
To register for these workshops, complete the online registration form.

Fathers Trying Together
2021-04-06 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Are you a single father or caregiver? Would you like to build positive memories with your child and learn healthy ways to cope with barriers and stress? Join us for a group discussion.
To receive the event link, please complete our online registration form. During registration, you will be asked to select from a list of session dates. Please select all session dates that you wish to attend.
Event Details

First Tuesday of Every Month (in-person)
6 – 7:30 p.m.

Location

The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
7219 Kelly Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15208

Learn More
For more information, contact The Homewood Hub & Family Center at 412.545.5039. Learn more about the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center on the Trying Together website.

Supporting Caregivers: The Work of Early Childhood
2021-04-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Trying Together Executive Director Cara Ciminillo will be speaking at the online event “Supporting Caregivers: The Work of Early Childhood” on Tuesday, April 6, 2021.
About
This event is a part of the Where to Turn Speaker Series hosted by the American HealthCare Group. The series will bring together Service Coordinators, Case Managers, Social Workers, Discharge Planners, Nurses,
related Professionals and any individuals interested in networking with community service providers.
Registration
To register, complete the online registration form. For questions, contact Carla Clipper at 412.563.5823 or cclipper@american-healthcare.net.

Elevating ECE During Pennsylvania's Budget Process
2021-03-31 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Want to learn how to influence state legislators to make increased investments in child care and pre-k? Join Trying Together on Wednesday, March 31 for our online course, “Connections and Conversations: Elevating ECE During Pennsylvania’s Budget Process.”
About
Connections 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 with child development experts while interacting with early learning practitioners to share questions, experiences, and expertise.
This conversation will focus on early childhood funding in Pennsylvania. Presenters will share updates on the 2021 budget process including the Governor’s proposal and how to influence state legislators to make increased investments in child care and pre-k. Additionally, presenters will provide tools and resources for advocating at the state level. The goal is that by the end of the conversation participants will commit to take an action and use their voice to elevate Early Childhood Education (ECE).
Course Details

Session Date: Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Session Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Instructor: Emily Neff and Shalonda Spencer

Core Knowledge Area: Professional and Leadership

Registration
STEP ONE (EVENT REGISTRATION)
To register, complete the online registration form. Space is limited, so register today to save your spot. Registration will close on Monday, March 29 at 5 p.m. Please have your PD Registry Number available (if any).
STEP TWO (RECEIVING CREDIT)
One hour of PQAS credit is available. To receive credit, participants must complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form).
Session Rules and Guidelines
These 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.

Please allow all participants a chance to speak. Listen respectfully and actively.

Commit to learning about each other, not to debating the topic.

Embrace differences of opinion as healthy and support each person’s authentic self-expression.

Participants will be muted for the beginning portion of the session.

Participants 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.

Participants may type a comment or question in the chat or may send comments or questions directly to the moderator for them to share.

To receive PQAS credit, you must complete an evaluation at the end of the session and include your PD Registry Number.

Have fun, make connections, and engage in the conversations!

More Information
For questions about the course, contact Emily Neff at emily@tryingtogether.org or Shalonda Spencer at shalonda@tryingtogether.org. For questions about credit, contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.
