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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime at The Hub & Family Center
DESCRIPTION:Does your family need a new space to play? Are your children tired of playing at home\, but it’s getting too cold to go outside or to the park? \nJoin The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for drop-in playtime hours! The Hub & Family Center’s play space will be open for families to “drop-in” and play with new toys\, read new books\, and more! \nWhen: Weekly on Wednesdays | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nWhere: The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15208 \n*Please note that parents/caregivers must remain with their children during drop-in hours. Drop-in hours are not staff led activities and/or programming\, but staff will be on-site and able to answer any larger questions about community resources\, Hub & Family Center services\, and more!
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime-at-the-hub-family-center/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2024-12-24/
LOCATION:PA
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241225T104500
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2024-12-25/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime at The Hub & Family Center
DESCRIPTION:Does your family need a new space to play? Are your children tired of playing at home\, but it’s getting too cold to go outside or to the park? \nJoin The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for drop-in playtime hours! The Hub & Family Center’s play space will be open for families to “drop-in” and play with new toys\, read new books\, and more! \nWhen: Weekly on Wednesdays | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nWhere: The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15208 \n*Please note that parents/caregivers must remain with their children during drop-in hours. Drop-in hours are not staff led activities and/or programming\, but staff will be on-site and able to answer any larger questions about community resources\, Hub & Family Center services\, and more!
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime-at-the-hub-family-center/2024-12-25/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2024-12-31/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250101T104500
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2025-01-01/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T120000
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T104500
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2025-01-08/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T093000
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SUMMARY:Duolingo's Early Learners First and La Escuelita Arcoiris
DESCRIPTION:Duolingo’s Early Learners First and La Escuelita Arcoiris is an innovative learning community initiative designed for children from birth to age 5 and their caregivers. \nLearn More\nThe space will offer a high-quality\, immersive environment that fosters development through play. The program is grounded in the belief that joyful\, inclusive\, and developmentally appropriate experiences lay the foundation for lifelong learning. \nHeld weekly\, in a bilingual environment and free-of-charge\, the program is designed to empower the next generation with tools and experiences to thrive. \nOn Friday\, January 10\, Duo’s Treehouse will hold an event at the Kingsley Association in East Liberty\, located at 6435 Frankstown Avenue\, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. \nMorning Circle will be held at 9:45 a.m.\, which will be followed by exploration and activities and a Goodbye Circle at 11:15 a.m. \nTo learn more about the program\, call 412-421-4787.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/duolingos-early-learners-first-and-la-escuelita-arcoiris/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:Let's Chat About Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will include information on structured literacy and provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free\, hour-long webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 10: Supporting Early Communication\nJanuary 24: Building an Inclusive Library for Young Children\nFebruary 7: Putting the Fun in Phonological Awareness\nFebruary 21: Promoting Emergent Writing with Children\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours. \nMore information and registration is available on the Let’s Chat About Webinars website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-webinars/2025-01-10/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T233000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to ASQ: SE-2
DESCRIPTION:Trying Together and ELRC Region 5 are offering the following professional development opportunity for your team of early learning educators. \nIntroduction to ASQ: SE-2\nParticipants will learn how to use the ASQ-SE-2® as a social-emotional developmental screening tool for children ages three months to 5 years. The 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. \nParticipants must have taken “Introduction to ASQ-3” prior to this professional development course. \nThe cost is $15 for the session. \nSession Details\n\n\nSaturday\, January 11 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. \n\n\nLocation: Trying Together\, 5604 Solway Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15217 \n\n\nRegister \n\n\nQuestions?\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Amanda Murphy at amanda@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-asq-se-2/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T193000
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CREATED:20250106T155359Z
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SUMMARY:DIY Fidget/Stim Tools Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Attendees at this workshop will learn how to design and make their own stim tools and sensory supports with reused materials at the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse. \nLearn More\nStim tools and sensory supports are objects or materials that stimulate or soothe the senses. They can be used to help people focus\, regulate emotions\, and develop sensory processing skills. The workshop is open to all ages\, skill levels\, abilities\, and neurotypes. \nThe workshop is the first of the center’s Guest Teaching Artist series\, where it will bring in a different local artist to host a workshop on the second Sunday of each month. \nThe free event will run from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday\, January 12 at the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse\, located at 214 N. Lexington Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/diy-fidget-stim-tools-workshop/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T130000
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SUMMARY:American Red Cross First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, CPR\, and AED Training
DESCRIPTION:Trying Together and ELRC Region 5 are partnering to provide a hybrid First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)\, and automated external defibrillator (AED) training to early childhood professionals. \nAbout the Course\nThis PQAS-certified blended learning course consists of an in-person class and online coursework.  The course provides life-saving skills in alliance with The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs. \nThe online coursework must be completed prior to the in-person class. Access to the online coursework will be provided via email upon completion of registration. Allow yourself 3-4 hours to complete. We advise completing the online coursework at least 48 hours prior to your in-person course. You will need to provide proof of completion by providing a copy of your completion email either printed or on your mobile device of class in order to participate in the in-person class portion of the training. \nCertification will be issued upon successful completion of the course. This certification is valid for two years. \nSession Details\n\nMonday\, January 13 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.\nPitt CEC Homewood\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208\nCost: $38\nRegister \n\nPLEASE NOTE: Successful course completion requires full participation in classroom and skill sessions\, as well as successful performance in skill and knowledge evaluations. 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/american-red-cross-first-aid-pediatric-first-aid-cpr-and-aed-training-9/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T160000
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CREATED:20220209T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T160301Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2025-01-14/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T193000
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CREATED:20241204T212247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T141150Z
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SUMMARY:Supervision 101
DESCRIPTION:The ELRC Region 5 is offering the following professional development opportunity for your team of early learning educators. \nSupervision 101\nThis live webinar will give a foundational overview of supervision in licensed early childhood programs.  This course will focus on the supervision aspects of the DHS Certification Regulations for child care in PA.  The participants will be able to define supervision per the regulations. This session will also focus on ratio\, scenarios\, and the vital importance of supervision in child care. \nThis is an excellent course for new early childhood professionals or for those who might need a refresher. \nThis session is eligible for 1 hour of PQAS and Act 48 credit. \nSession Details\n\nTuesday\, January 14\, 2025 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\nVirtual via Zoom\nCost: $5\nRegister\n\nInstructors:  Holly Cessna \nStandards: Health and Safety \nQuestions?\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Amanda Murphy at amanda@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/register-for-supervision-101/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T090000
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SUMMARY:Theiss Training Center: Becoming Trauma Aware\, Informed and Proficient
DESCRIPTION:The University of Pittsburgh’s Theiss Training Center will host a series titled Becoming Trauma Aware\, Informed\, and Proficient from January to March and from May to June. \nLearn More\nThe center’s online course on trauma is designed for professionals working with young children and their families in early childhood settings. The series will be offered periodically and each can be taken as a standalone course or participants can attend all three. \nMicrosoft Teams links will be shared with participants after they register for the courses. \nThe Courses\nBecoming Trauma Aware discusses how the path to becoming trauma proficient begins with a basic understanding of trauma and what young children’s reaction to trauma can look like in the context of their play and behaviors. The session will lay the foundation for understanding trauma by developing an awareness of what it is and how it reveals itself. \nBecoming Trauma Informed will take a step back to look at recent understanding of early brain development. It will share how babies’ brains develop in tandem with close relationship building\, how trauma disrupts relationships and the building of brain architecture during this stage\, and how strong relationships can build resilience. \nToward Trauma Proficiency applies information presented in the second session. Looking at a case study\, the group will analyze trauma and relationship information that may indicate early traumatic experiences impacting the child’s current psychological functioning. It will then assess behaviors presented to identify classroom strengths that support children whose needs are met and understand how to identify children whose history and behaviors may indicate a need to refer for services. \nSchedule and Registration\nThe three courses will be presented from January to March and again from May to June. The course listings include: \nBecoming Trauma Aware\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, January 15 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, May 8 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Register online\n\nBecoming Trauma Informed\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, January 29 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, May 22 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Register online\n\nToward Trauma Proficiency\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, February 12 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, June 5 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Register online
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/theiss-training-center-becoming-trauma-aware-informed-and-proficient-2/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T104500
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T164356
CREATED:20250109T202227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T202227Z
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Families Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Families will offer a webinar in which participants will learn about dual-language development in young children and explore practical strategies that home visitors can use to support families in fostering bilingualism from birth. \nLearn More\nThe presentation will be based on recent research by UnidosUS as part of the Early Learning Nation Collective. It will include information about new training and other tools to promote culturally responsive practices that empower both home visitors and the families they serve. \nThe webinar will run from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET on Thursday\, January 16. Registration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/strengthening-families-webinar/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T164356
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SUMMARY:Introduction to ASQ-3
DESCRIPTION:In “Introduction to ASQ-3\,” participants will learn how to use the Ages & Stages Questionnaires®\, Third Edition (ASQ®–3) as a screening tool for children ages three months to five years. The 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. \nMonday\, December 2 | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual\nCost: $15\nRegister\n\nMonday\, December 9 | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual\nCost: $15\nSpace is limited; registration closes on December 6 at 11:55 p.m.\nRegister\n\nMonday\, January 20 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual\nCost: $15\nRegister\n\nQuestions?\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Holly Cessna at holly.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-asq-3-8/2025-01-20/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T093000
DTSTAMP:20260608T164356
CREATED:20241218T194554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T194900Z
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SUMMARY:EEOC: Virtual Learning & Networking Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) will hold a virtual learning and networking opportunity in January. The event will include an overview of the EEOC and what to expect in 2025. \nLearn More\nAttendees will learn about the EEOC’s role in enforcing federal anti-discrimination laws. They will also gain insights into the protections provided to job applicants and employees under federal law\, which prohibit discrimination based on race\, color\, religion\, sex (including pregnancy\, transgender status\, and sexual orientation)\, national origin\, age (40 or older)\, disability\, and genetic information. \nThe session will also explore the proactive benefits of partnering with the EEOC as a mediator in workplace disputes. Attendees will learn how the commission’s mediation services can foster a constructive dialogue\, mitigate potential legal conflicts\, and promote a culture of inclusivity. \nThe event is aimed at HR professionals\, business leaders\, and legal advisors seeking to create fair and compliant workplaces while navigating the complexities of employment law. \nThe session will run from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday\, January 21. Registration is now open on the Pittsburgh Human Resources Association’s website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/virtual-learning-networking-opportunity/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T164356
CREATED:20220209T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T160301Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2025-01-21/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T104500
DTSTAMP:20260608T164356
CREATED:20240826T162756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T162756Z
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2025-01-22/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T164356
CREATED:20241107T152959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T152959Z
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SUMMARY:Capturing Moments: Planning For and Conducting Classroom Observations
DESCRIPTION:ELRC Region 5 is offering a professional development opportunity for your team of early learning educators. \nCapturing Moments: Planning For and Conducting Classroom Observations will introduce early education professionals to the importance and value of purposeful observation. \nThrough whole and small group discussions and activities\, students will understand what observation is and identify various types of observation used in the classroom. They will also learn how observations can be linked directly to observation-based child assessments\, and discuss how to identify their own biases to prevent them from affecting their objective observations. \nThis session is eligible for 2 hours of PQAS and Act 48 credit. \nSession Details\n\nThursday\, January 23\, 2025 | 6 – 8 p.m.\nVirtual via Zoom\nCost: $10\nRegister\n\nInstructors: Shawna Preston and Elizabeth Foreman \nStandards: Child Observation\, Documentation\, and Assessment \nQuestions?\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Amanda Murphy at amanda@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/capturing-moments-planning-for-and-conducting-classroom-observations-6/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T110000
DTSTAMP:20260608T164356
CREATED:20250102T212819Z
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SUMMARY:Carnegie Library: Little Artists
DESCRIPTION:The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will hold an event to help children learn and grow through art at its Lawrenceville branch in January. \nLearn More\nLittle Artists is a sensory experience for young children and their caregivers. It will enable them to explore colors\, shapes\, textures\, and materials. The program encourages open experimentation and self-expression and focuses on the process of creation\, rather than the finished product. \nChildren and their caregivers are advised to dress accordingly\, as the class could get messy. It is aimed at children from birth to age five and their caregivers. \nThe event will run from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday\, January 24 at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Lawrenceville\, located at 279 Fisk Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/little-artists/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T164356
CREATED:20241204T194550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T184758Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Chat About Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will include information on structured literacy and provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free\, hour-long webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 10: Supporting Early Communication\nJanuary 24: Building an Inclusive Library for Young Children\nFebruary 7: Putting the Fun in Phonological Awareness\nFebruary 21: Promoting Emergent Writing with Children\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours. \nMore information and registration is available on the Let’s Chat About Webinars website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-webinars/2025-01-24/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T153000
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CREATED:20250103T204758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T204758Z
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SUMMARY:Squonking in the Library Part 2
DESCRIPTION:This workshop offered by the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh enables children to explore science and art. \nLearn More\nSquonk’s Lindsay Herring and Mia Taylor will lead the workshop\, which is aimed at children between the ages of 6 and 13. In the workshop\, participants will use Rube Goldberg Machines and learn how to harness the flow of energy\, using everyday objects to create quirky\, complex contraptions with chain reactions. \nThe event will run from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday\, January 25 at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburg’s Hazelwood branch\, located at 5006 Second Avenue. \nFor more information\, visit the library’s website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/squonking-in-the-library-part-2/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T164356
CREATED:20220209T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T160301Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2025-01-28/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T093000
DTSTAMP:20260608T164356
CREATED:20241219T183050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T183117Z
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SUMMARY:Theiss Training Center: Becoming Trauma Aware\, Informed and Proficient
DESCRIPTION:The University of Pittsburgh’s Theiss Training Center will host a series titled Becoming Trauma Aware\, Informed\, and Proficient from January to March and from May to June. \nLearn More\nThe center’s online course on trauma is designed for professionals working with young children and their families in early childhood settings. The series will be offered periodically and each can be taken as a standalone course or participants can attend all three. \nMicrosoft Teams links will be shared with participants after they register for the courses. \nThe Courses\nBecoming Trauma Aware discusses how the path to becoming trauma proficient begins with a basic understanding of trauma and what young children’s reaction to trauma can look like in the context of their play and behaviors. The session will lay the foundation for understanding trauma by developing an awareness of what it is and how it reveals itself. \nBecoming Trauma Informed will take a step back to look at recent understanding of early brain development. It will share how babies’ brains develop in tandem with close relationship building\, how trauma disrupts relationships and the building of brain architecture during this stage\, and how strong relationships can build resilience. \nToward Trauma Proficiency applies information presented in the second session. Looking at a case study\, the group will analyze trauma and relationship information that may indicate early traumatic experiences impacting the child’s current psychological functioning. It will then assess behaviors presented to identify classroom strengths that support children whose needs are met and understand how to identify children whose history and behaviors may indicate a need to refer for services. \nSchedule and Registration\nThe three courses will be presented from January to March and again from May to June. The course listings include: \nBecoming Trauma Aware\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, January 15 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, May 8 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Register online\n\nBecoming Trauma Informed\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, January 29 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, May 22 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Register online\n\nToward Trauma Proficiency\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, February 12 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, June 5 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Register online
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/theiss-training-center-becoming-trauma-aware-informed-and-proficient-2/2025-01-29/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Course
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