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SUMMARY:A Deep Dive on the Pennsylvania Budget
DESCRIPTION:Join PA Schools Work partners on Tuesday\, February 9 at noon for their next Lunch and Learn webinar\, “A Deep Dive on the Budget.” PA School Advocates will take a deep dive into the details of Governor Tom Wolf’s 2021-22 budget proposal and what the investment in public education would mean for school districts. \nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pa-budget-2021/
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SUMMARY:Finding Joy through Playful Learning
DESCRIPTION:Join Playful Learning Landscapes Action Network\, Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative\, and Trying Together from February 3 – 10 for a virtual conference bringing together educators\, researchers\, policymakers\, and practitioners to discuss and share best practices to support children and families in learning through play. \nAbout\nFinding Joy through Playful Learning aims to bring together educators\, researchers\, policymakers\, and practitioners who have a variety of experiences related to education\, play\, and learning. The conference will take place via Zoom over the course of several days covering six topics related to playful learning. The goal is to generate dialogue among different stakeholders and share best practices to support children and families in learning through play. \nAct 48 and PQAS credits are available. PPID and PD Registry numbers will be collected during the sessions. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nRethinking Education During and Post COVID-19\nWednesday\, February 3\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nJoin featured speakers Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek\, Dr. Scott Miller\, and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for discussions of how playful learning can change education during and after COVID-19. Featured Speakers: Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek (Temple University\, Brookings Institution)\, Dr. Scott Miller (Avonworth Primary Center)\, and Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy. \n\n\n\nHow Play Can Improve Mental Health and Wellbeing\nThursday\, February 4\, 2021  |  9 – 11 a.m. \nHear from Sarah Grubb\, Cindy Eggleton\, and Sheba Gittens about play’s role in mental health and wellbeing. Featured Speakers: Cindy Eggleton (Brilliant Detroit)\, Sarah Grubb (ELRC Region 5)\, and Sheba Gittens (University of Pittsburgh). \n\n\n\nAddressing Equity Issues Through Playful Learning\nThursday\, February 4\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nDr. Nikole Hollins-Sims and Dr. Mandy McGuire will present their work on using play and playful learning to address inequity. Featured Speakers: Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims (PaTTAN) and Dr. Mandy McGuire (University of Texas at Dallas). \n\n\n\nActivating Communities Around Playful Learning\nTuesday\, February 9\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nAriana Brazier\, Justin Forzano\, Shari Hersh\, Gamar Markarian\, and Sarah Siplak\, will discuss what it means to activate communities and how their communities inform the work they do. Featured Speakers: Ariana Brazier (ATL Parent Like a Boss)\, Justin Forzano (Open Field)\, Shari Hersh (Mural Arts)\, Gamar Markarian (New School)\, and Sarah Siplak (Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative). \n\n\n\nUsing Technology to Strengthen the Way We Learn and Play\nWednesday\, February 10\, 2021  |  11 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nLearn about technologies and applications from Katie Gullone\, Megan Rooney\, Javier Maisonet\, and Project Rangeet. Featured Speakers: Elias Blinkoff (Temple Infant & Child Lab)\, Katie Gullone (Trying Together)\, Javier Maisonet (Math Talk)\, Simran Mulchandani (Project Rangeet)\, and Megan Rooney (La Escuelita Arcoiris). \n\n\n\nReplicable and Low-Cost Ideas for Playful Learning\nWednesday\, February 10\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nExplore low-cost and replicable ways to encourage playful learning from Shannon Merenstein\, Amy Kronenberg\, Rebecca Fabiano\, and Aishwarya Narayana. Featured Speakers: Rebecca Fabiano (Fab Youth Philly)\, Amy Kronenberg (Learn to Earn Dayton)\, Shannon Merenstein (HATCH Art Studio)\, and Aishwarya Narayana (HUME). \n\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the online registration page. General Admission tickets cost $55 and include admission to all sessions. Single session registration is also available for $10 per session. The following discount codes are available for early educators who wish to participate in individual sessions or the entire series: \n\nEDU-ALL for $25 price for all six workshops\nEDU-CHOOSE for $5 per workshop\n\nAttendees will receive the Zoom link for each day’s session prior to the start of the event. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact admin@playfullearninglandscapes.fun or 267.468.8610.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/playful-learning-conference/2021-02-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T110000
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SUMMARY:Finding Joy through Playful Learning
DESCRIPTION:Join Playful Learning Landscapes Action Network\, Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative\, and Trying Together from February 3 – 10 for a virtual conference bringing together educators\, researchers\, policymakers\, and practitioners to discuss and share best practices to support children and families in learning through play. \nAbout\nFinding Joy through Playful Learning aims to bring together educators\, researchers\, policymakers\, and practitioners who have a variety of experiences related to education\, play\, and learning. The conference will take place via Zoom over the course of several days covering six topics related to playful learning. The goal is to generate dialogue among different stakeholders and share best practices to support children and families in learning through play. \nAct 48 and PQAS credits are available. PPID and PD Registry numbers will be collected during the sessions. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nRethinking Education During and Post COVID-19\nWednesday\, February 3\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nJoin featured speakers Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek\, Dr. Scott Miller\, and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for discussions of how playful learning can change education during and after COVID-19. Featured Speakers: Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek (Temple University\, Brookings Institution)\, Dr. Scott Miller (Avonworth Primary Center)\, and Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy. \n\n\n\nHow Play Can Improve Mental Health and Wellbeing\nThursday\, February 4\, 2021  |  9 – 11 a.m. \nHear from Sarah Grubb\, Cindy Eggleton\, and Sheba Gittens about play’s role in mental health and wellbeing. Featured Speakers: Cindy Eggleton (Brilliant Detroit)\, Sarah Grubb (ELRC Region 5)\, and Sheba Gittens (University of Pittsburgh). \n\n\n\nAddressing Equity Issues Through Playful Learning\nThursday\, February 4\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nDr. Nikole Hollins-Sims and Dr. Mandy McGuire will present their work on using play and playful learning to address inequity. Featured Speakers: Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims (PaTTAN) and Dr. Mandy McGuire (University of Texas at Dallas). \n\n\n\nActivating Communities Around Playful Learning\nTuesday\, February 9\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nAriana Brazier\, Justin Forzano\, Shari Hersh\, Gamar Markarian\, and Sarah Siplak\, will discuss what it means to activate communities and how their communities inform the work they do. Featured Speakers: Ariana Brazier (ATL Parent Like a Boss)\, Justin Forzano (Open Field)\, Shari Hersh (Mural Arts)\, Gamar Markarian (New School)\, and Sarah Siplak (Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative). \n\n\n\nUsing Technology to Strengthen the Way We Learn and Play\nWednesday\, February 10\, 2021  |  11 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nLearn about technologies and applications from Katie Gullone\, Megan Rooney\, Javier Maisonet\, and Project Rangeet. Featured Speakers: Elias Blinkoff (Temple Infant & Child Lab)\, Katie Gullone (Trying Together)\, Javier Maisonet (Math Talk)\, Simran Mulchandani (Project Rangeet)\, and Megan Rooney (La Escuelita Arcoiris). \n\n\n\nReplicable and Low-Cost Ideas for Playful Learning\nWednesday\, February 10\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nExplore low-cost and replicable ways to encourage playful learning from Shannon Merenstein\, Amy Kronenberg\, Rebecca Fabiano\, and Aishwarya Narayana. Featured Speakers: Rebecca Fabiano (Fab Youth Philly)\, Amy Kronenberg (Learn to Earn Dayton)\, Shannon Merenstein (HATCH Art Studio)\, and Aishwarya Narayana (HUME). \n\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the online registration page. General Admission tickets cost $55 and include admission to all sessions. Single session registration is also available for $10 per session. The following discount codes are available for early educators who wish to participate in individual sessions or the entire series: \n\nEDU-ALL for $25 price for all six workshops\nEDU-CHOOSE for $5 per workshop\n\nAttendees will receive the Zoom link for each day’s session prior to the start of the event. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact admin@playfullearninglandscapes.fun or 267.468.8610.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/playful-learning-conference/2021-02-10/1/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T150000
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SUMMARY:Health Care Education Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how to use the new portal that replaced healthcare.gov in Pennsylvania? Join the City of Pittsburgh in February for their Health Care Education Sessions. \nAbout\nPennie is the Pennsylvania Health Insurance Exchange\, which has replaced the marketplace at healthcare.gov. Over 27\,000 people in Pittsburgh are uninsured\, and many others are under-insured\, but could be eligible for financial assistance or additional programs. Sign up for one of two education sessions for City of Pittsburgh residents to learn more about Pennie! \nSession Dates\n\n\n\nFebruary 10\, 2021  |  2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nFebruary 11\, 2021  |  10 a.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, use the session hyperlinks above. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. For more information\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/about-pennie/2021-02-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T150000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Service Delivery Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAbout\nJoin 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 about strategies providers have found for building and sustaining strong relationships with families virtually. Each webinar is one hour long\, with an optional 30-minute Q&A session at the end. All webinars include live Spanish translation and closed captioning for interested participants. \nFeatured Topics\n\n\n\nExploring the Pandemic’s Impact on Children’s Well-Being\nWednesday\, February 10\, 2021  |  2 – 3 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nPromoting Positive Parent-Child Interactions Virtually\nWednesday\, February 24\, 2021  |  2 – 3 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nExploring the Pandemic’s Impact on Families’ Well-Being\nWednesday\, March 10\, 2021  |  2 – 3 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nChallenging Conversations with Families Virtually\nWednesday\, March 24\, 2021  |  2 – 3 p.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/virtual-services-series/2021-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T150000
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SUMMARY:Finding Joy through Playful Learning
DESCRIPTION:Join Playful Learning Landscapes Action Network\, Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative\, and Trying Together from February 3 – 10 for a virtual conference bringing together educators\, researchers\, policymakers\, and practitioners to discuss and share best practices to support children and families in learning through play. \nAbout\nFinding Joy through Playful Learning aims to bring together educators\, researchers\, policymakers\, and practitioners who have a variety of experiences related to education\, play\, and learning. The conference will take place via Zoom over the course of several days covering six topics related to playful learning. The goal is to generate dialogue among different stakeholders and share best practices to support children and families in learning through play. \nAct 48 and PQAS credits are available. PPID and PD Registry numbers will be collected during the sessions. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nRethinking Education During and Post COVID-19\nWednesday\, February 3\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nJoin featured speakers Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek\, Dr. Scott Miller\, and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for discussions of how playful learning can change education during and after COVID-19. Featured Speakers: Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek (Temple University\, Brookings Institution)\, Dr. Scott Miller (Avonworth Primary Center)\, and Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy. \n\n\n\nHow Play Can Improve Mental Health and Wellbeing\nThursday\, February 4\, 2021  |  9 – 11 a.m. \nHear from Sarah Grubb\, Cindy Eggleton\, and Sheba Gittens about play’s role in mental health and wellbeing. Featured Speakers: Cindy Eggleton (Brilliant Detroit)\, Sarah Grubb (ELRC Region 5)\, and Sheba Gittens (University of Pittsburgh). \n\n\n\nAddressing Equity Issues Through Playful Learning\nThursday\, February 4\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nDr. Nikole Hollins-Sims and Dr. Mandy McGuire will present their work on using play and playful learning to address inequity. Featured Speakers: Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims (PaTTAN) and Dr. Mandy McGuire (University of Texas at Dallas). \n\n\n\nActivating Communities Around Playful Learning\nTuesday\, February 9\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nAriana Brazier\, Justin Forzano\, Shari Hersh\, Gamar Markarian\, and Sarah Siplak\, will discuss what it means to activate communities and how their communities inform the work they do. Featured Speakers: Ariana Brazier (ATL Parent Like a Boss)\, Justin Forzano (Open Field)\, Shari Hersh (Mural Arts)\, Gamar Markarian (New School)\, and Sarah Siplak (Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative). \n\n\n\nUsing Technology to Strengthen the Way We Learn and Play\nWednesday\, February 10\, 2021  |  11 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nLearn about technologies and applications from Katie Gullone\, Megan Rooney\, Javier Maisonet\, and Project Rangeet. Featured Speakers: Elias Blinkoff (Temple Infant & Child Lab)\, Katie Gullone (Trying Together)\, Javier Maisonet (Math Talk)\, Simran Mulchandani (Project Rangeet)\, and Megan Rooney (La Escuelita Arcoiris). \n\n\n\nReplicable and Low-Cost Ideas for Playful Learning\nWednesday\, February 10\, 2021  |  3 – 5 p.m. \nExplore low-cost and replicable ways to encourage playful learning from Shannon Merenstein\, Amy Kronenberg\, Rebecca Fabiano\, and Aishwarya Narayana. Featured Speakers: Rebecca Fabiano (Fab Youth Philly)\, Amy Kronenberg (Learn to Earn Dayton)\, Shannon Merenstein (HATCH Art Studio)\, and Aishwarya Narayana (HUME). \n\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the online registration page. General Admission tickets cost $55 and include admission to all sessions. Single session registration is also available for $10 per session. The following discount codes are available for early educators who wish to participate in individual sessions or the entire series: \n\nEDU-ALL for $25 price for all six workshops\nEDU-CHOOSE for $5 per workshop\n\nAttendees will receive the Zoom link for each day’s session prior to the start of the event. \nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact admin@playfullearninglandscapes.fun or 267.468.8610.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/playful-learning-conference/2021-02-10/2/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T200000
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SUMMARY:The Role of Media and Technology in Early Childhood Development
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how media and technology influence young children’s development? Join Common Sense Media on February 10 for their virtual conversation\, “The Role of Media and Technology in Early Childhood Development.” \nAbout\nSince the coronavirus pandemic began\, questions have arisen about the outsized impact of the time kids are spending with media and technology. Join Common Sense Media for a rich virtual conversation with leaders in early childhood education as they discuss the benefits and challenges of media and technology in the development of our youngest learners\, and how educators can better support children and parents in the classroom and at home. \nPresenters will explore the latest research from Common Sense\, including The Common Sense Census: Media Use by Kids Age Zero to Eight\, 2020 and its sister report\, YouTube and Kids: How Ads\, Toys\, and Games Dominate Viewing\, as well as Children\, Executive Functioning\, and Digital Media: A Review\, 2020. \nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the Common Sense Media website. For questions\, contact Common Sense Media through their online form or by calling 415.863.0600.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/media-tech-conversation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T120000
DTSTAMP:20210126T145228Z
CREATED:20210126T145228Z
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SUMMARY:How Moving Inspires Staff Wellbeing and Social-Emotional Health
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in enhancing the health and wellbeing of staff who are serving young children and families? Join the Pennsylvania Head Start Association on February 11 for their Train the Trainer event\, “Move2bFree: How Moving Inspires Staff Wellbeing and Social-Emotional Health.” \nAbout\nThis two-part session is designed to enhance the health and well-being of dedicated\, hard-working staff who are serving young children and families. This session will address common issues of overweight and dental disease using concepts from I Am Moving\, I Am Learning\, the childhood obesity prevention initiative\, while incorporating lively music with health messaging from Choosy Kids. \nThis session is best suited for Head Start and Early Head Start program staff\, Early Childhood Education staff\, Home Visiting staff\, and community-based professionals (health providers\, family support\, etc.). \nLearning Objectives\nBy attending\, professionals will learn strategies for self-care and engage in movement\, self-reflection\, peer-to-peer learning\, and setting individual goals to improve health. Professionals will also complete the following learning objectives: \n\n\n\nRekindle personal joy by reconnecting to self-care through increased movement and physical activity.\n\n\n\n\nDescribe how increasing movement and responding to music can energize and transform brain health\, supporting self-confidence to model positive attitudes and healthy behaviors for children.\n\n\n\n\nApply health messaging strategies and activities for stress reduction\, healthy nutrition\, and oral health in daily routines.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register for this event\, complete the online registration form. Registration will close on Wednesday\, February 10\, 2021. Space is limited. For questions\, contact Professional Development Director Kayle Richardson at 717.831.8375 or kayle@paheadstart.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/staff-wellbeing-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T110000
DTSTAMP:20210204T160556Z
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SUMMARY:Health Care Education Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how to use the new portal that replaced healthcare.gov in Pennsylvania? Join the City of Pittsburgh in February for their Health Care Education Sessions. \nAbout\nPennie is the Pennsylvania Health Insurance Exchange\, which has replaced the marketplace at healthcare.gov. Over 27\,000 people in Pittsburgh are uninsured\, and many others are under-insured\, but could be eligible for financial assistance or additional programs. Sign up for one of two education sessions for City of Pittsburgh residents to learn more about Pennie! \nSession Dates\n\n\n\nFebruary 10\, 2021  |  2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nFebruary 11\, 2021  |  10 a.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, use the session hyperlinks above. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. For more information\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/about-pennie/2021-02-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T150000
DTSTAMP:20210202T214557Z
CREATED:20210202T214557Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-K is Working in PA
DESCRIPTION:Early Childhood Education providers are invited to join Pre-K for PA on February 11 for a special webinar that will present results from a new research study on the impacts of the Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts Program. \nAbout\nDuring this webinar\, Pre-K for PA will present results from a new research study conducted by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on the impacts of the PA Pre-K Counts Program. Presenters will review data showing the impact on children’s early learning and kindergarten readiness\, as well as local variations in how providers implemented the Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts program and potential areas for improvement. \nFeatured Presenters\nThe webinar will feature the following presenters: \n\n\n\nElliot Weinbaum\, Program Director\, William Penn Foundation\n\n\n\n\nEllen S. Peisner-Feinberg\, Ph.D.\, Senior Research Scientist & Research Professor\, School of Education\, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill\n\n\n\n\nTracey Campanini\, Deputy-Secretary\, Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning\n\n\n\nRegistration\nOnline registration is required. To register\, complete the online registration form.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pre-k-research/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pre-K for PA":MAILTO:info@prekforpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T190000
DTSTAMP:20210204T161744Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Town Hall On COVID Safety (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to send your children back to child care\, but have questions about COVID-19 precautions? Attend “Going Back to Child Care: Parent Town Hall on COVID Safety” to learn the facts so you can make the right decision for yourself and your family. \nAbout\nThe goal of this Town Hall is to provide families with information (and reassurance) about returning to child care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to submit their questions about going back to child care as it relates to COVID-19 safety. Questions will be accepted through Monday\, February 8 at 5 p.m. If you miss that deadline\, you can submit your questions live during the event. \nFeatured Presenters\nThe Town Hall will feature the following presenters: \n\n\n\nGail Carter-Hamilton\, MSN\, RN\, CSN – Pediatric Resource Manager\, Philadelphia Department of Public Health\nTanya Dhingra\, MPH – Pediatric Resource Coordinator\, Philadelphia Department of Public Health\nDr. Susan Coffin\, MD\, MPH – CHOP Policy Lab\nJulianne Burns\, MD\, MSCE\, Medical Specialist\, COVID-19 Immunization Program\, Division of Disease Control\, Philadelphia Department of Public Health\nNicole Spector\, MSN\, CRNP\, Covid-19 Immunization Program Nurse Practitioner\, Division of Disease Control\, Philadelphia Department of Public Health\nSean Perkins\, Chief of Early Childhood Education\, Philadelphia Office of Children and Families\nDiane Getzinger\, Assistant Director of Provider/STARS\, ELRC Region 18\, Philadelphia County\nMichelle Linder-Coates\, Executive Director\, Office of Early Childhood\, School District of Philadelphia\nMai Miksic\, Early Childhood Policy Director\, Public Citizens for Children and Youth\n\n\n\nRegistration\nThis event will take place virtually on Zoom and Facebook Live. To register and submit your question\, complete the online registration form. To watch live on Facebook\, visit the Public Citizens for Children and Youth (PCCY) Facebook page. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/town-hall-covid/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Public Citizens for Children and Youth (PCCY)":MAILTO:1.215.563.5848
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T193000
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy 101: Part Two
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about financial literacy and speaking with a finance expert? Join Trying Together on February 11\, 2021\, for our virtual course\, “Financial Literacy 101: Part Two.” \nAbout\nIn partnership with financial experts\, Trying Together will provide finance basics and beyond through a series of professional growth sessions. These sessions will allow participants to interact directly with a finance expert and develop a stronger understanding of basic financial concepts\, including topics related to managing personal finance\, money\, borrowing\, and investing. This session is an opportunity to discuss the value of financial literacy for educators\, child care directors\, and child care owners. \nSession Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Thursday\, February 11\, 2021\n\n\n\n\nInstructors: Jasmine Davis and Marc Blount\n\n\n\n\nCKC: Organization and Administration\n\n\n\n\nCDA Subject Area: Effective Program Operation\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline: Wednesday\, February 9\, 2021\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the PD Registry page. Space is limited. Participants will receive the course Zoom link via email within 24 hours before the start date for the course. PQAS credit is available. \nIf you do not have a PD Registry account\, please complete this online form to create one. If you are unable to create an account\, please contact pdregistry@pakeys.org for more information. \nMore Information\nFor questions or more information\, please contact Jasmine Davis at jasmine@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/financial-literacy-101-2/
CATEGORIES:Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trying Together":MAILTO:info@tryingtogether.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T090000
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SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Join the Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) from January through March 2021 for their 30-minute “Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy” webinars. \nAbout\nThese 30-minute webinars will be offered at no cost to participants. Each session will be offered at 8:30 a.m. and repeated at 1:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Fridays of each month. This series runs from January through March 2021. Chat topics will include the following: \n\n\n\nConnecting with Children: No Wi-Fi Needed\nJanuary 8\, 2021  |  8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nUsing Assistive Technology to Support Literacy Development\nJanuary 22\, 2021  |  8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nBuilding Vocabulary and Supporting Emergent Talkers\nFebruary 12\, 2021  |  8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSupporting Children to Understand Language Around Them\nFebruary 26\, 2021  |  8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSounds\, Sounds Everywhere!\nMarch 12\, 2021  |  8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nDual Language Learners Through the Equity Lens\nMarch 26\, 2021  |  8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the event webpage. Registration closes the Wednesday prior to each session at 4:30 p.m. \nMore Information\nPQAS\, Infant/Toddler\, and Act 48 hours are available. Participants must attend two sessions in order to get one credit hour. For questions\, contact Jodie Holmberg at jholmberg@pattan.net.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat/2021-02-12/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T130000
DTSTAMP:20210126T153755Z
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SUMMARY:Tips for Choosing Healthy Drinks for Your Kids
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in hearing from Dr. Jennifer Shu about the importance of choosing healthy beverages for your family? Join HealthyChildren.org on February 12 for their online event\, “Scale Back on Sugar: Tips for Choosing Healthy Drinks for Your Kids.” \nAbout\nJoin Dr. Jennifer Shu as she discusses the importance of choosing healthy beverages for your family. Research shows that 75% of four- to eight-year-olds are not meeting the daily required intake of water. For older kids\, the numbers are even worse. And\, unfortunately\, much of what kids are drinking contains lots of unnecessary sugar. After the presentation\, families will be able to ask questions through a Q&A session. \nFeatured Topics\nDuring this webinar\, Dr. Shu will cover the following topics: \n\n\n\nthe science behind water intake\,\n\n\n\n\nthe best drinks for kids (and parents)\,\n\n\n\n\nhow much water kids need at every age\,\n\n\n\n\nthe downside of sugary drinks\, and\n\n\n\n\ntips for making water “cool” for kids.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register for this event\, complete the online registration form. If you are unable to join on the scheduled date\, register to receive a link to the recorded presentation when it is available. \nAdditional Resources\nIf you are interested in learning more about early childhood physical health\, visit Trying Together’s Developmentally Appropriate Parenting (DAP) Series to access resources and more.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/healthy-drinks-kids/
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ORGANIZER;CN="HealthyChildren.org":MAILTO:service@healthychildren.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T193000
DTSTAMP:20220420T174002Z
CREATED:20200601T183743Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Rap
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEvent Details\nSecond Friday of Every Month\n6 – 7:30 p.m. \nLocation\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\n7219 Kelly Street\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nLearn More\nFor 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. \nPlease share this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/womens-rap-virtual-sessions/2021-02-12/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trying Together":MAILTO:info@tryingtogether.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210213T110000
DTSTAMP:20210127T185732Z
CREATED:20210127T185732Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Community of Practice Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in discussing topics of interest and current trends with fellow professionals in the early childhood field? Join Early Learning Resource Center Region 5 for their virtual Community of Practice sessions! \nAbout\nEarly Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5 offers Communities of Practice (COP) for early learning professionals to discuss topics of interest\, current trends in the field\, and offer insight and inspiration to one another. In February\, the COP virtual sessions will give providers the opportunity to discuss their health and safety successes\, needs\, and questions. Participants will be given the most current health and safety updates\, information\, resources\, and professional development opportunities. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 13\, 2021  |  Health and Safety\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 18\, 2021  |  Health and Safety\n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n1 p.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or 412.350.3577. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/virtual-cop-feb-2021/2021-02-13/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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