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SUMMARY:Observation Instruments and Assessments
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn about early learning program observation instruments and assessments? Join ELRC Region 5 on September 2 for their Ask the Coaches discussions. One PQAS credit hour is available. \nObservation Instruments and Assessments\nELRC Region 5 Quality Coaches are hosting two one-hour discussions for Allegheny County early learning program and child care owners\, directors\, and teaching staff to: \n\n\n\nlearn about different types of program observation instruments and assessments\,\n\n\nask questions\,\n\n\nnetwork with peers\, and\n\n\nlearn about available resources.\n\n\n\nJoin a Discussion\nSTEP 1: Complete an online registration form. \nTo register\, complete one of the forms below. Please have your PD Registry Number available (if any). \n\n\n\nSeptember 2\, 2021  |  2 – 3 p.m.\n\n\nSeptember 2\, 2021  |  6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nSTEP 2: Request credit. \nTo receive PQAS credit\, complete one of the PD Registry credit request forms below. \n\n\n\nRequest credit for 2 – 3 p.m.\n\n\nRequest credit for 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact Allison Hritz at allison@tryingtogether.org. For more events\, visit our Events Calendar. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/observation-instruments-assessments/2021-09-02/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210831T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T152957Z
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SUMMARY:Child Care Director Roundtable Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Child Care Program Directors in Allegheny County are invited to join ELRC Region 5 on Tuesdays for their Virtual Director Roundtable sessions. \nVirtual Director Roundtable\nThese events are a great opportunity to connect with other Directors who are experiencing similar successes and challenges during this pandemic\, as well as discuss and share some of the resources available to you. \nEvent Information\nTuesday\, August 31\, 2021 | 2:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nZoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/94398196056\n\n\nMeeting ID: 943 9819 6056\n\n\nOne tap mobile\n+16468769923\,\,94398196056# US (New York)\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions about the Director Roundtable sessions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at 412.350.3577 or elrc5@alleghenycounty.us. To view more events\, visit our events calendar. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/director-roundtable-virtual-2021-08-31/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210831T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210831T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
CREATED:20210826T152747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T152830Z
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SUMMARY:Child Care Director Roundtable Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Child Care Program Directors in Allegheny County are invited to join ELRC Region 5 on Tuesdays for their Virtual Director Roundtable sessions. \nVirtual Director Roundtable\nThese events are a great opportunity to connect with other Directors who are experiencing similar successes and challenges during this pandemic\, as well as discuss and share some of the resources available to you. \nEvent Information\nTuesday\, August 31\, 2021 | 10:00 a.m. \n\n\n\nZoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/97598223990\n\n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 975 9822 3990\n\n\n\n\nOne tap mobile\n+16468769923\,\,97598223990# US (New York)\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions about the Director Roundtable sessions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at 412.350.3577 or elrc5@alleghenycounty.us. To view more events\, visit our events calendar. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/director-roundtable-virtual/2021-08-31/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210819T153000
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Relationships with Local School District Partners
DESCRIPTION:Want to hear partnership practices fellow early learning/child care programs use to build relationships with local school districts to support transitions to public school? Join ELRC Region 5 on August 19 for a Community of Practice discussion. This event is intended for learning providers in Allegheny County. \nStrengthening Relationships with School Districts\nELRC Region 5 Quality Coaches will host two discussions for early learning programs and child care owners\, directors\, and teaching staff in Allegheny County around strengthening relationships with their local school districts. Early Childhood and School-Age Professionals will: \n\n\n\nreflect on their current practices in partnering with their local school district to support children and families with kindergarten transition into public school and foster continuity of care between their early learning program/before and after school program and public school\,\n\n\n\n\nexplore various strategies in developing and maintaining their partnerships with their local school professionals to better serve the families and children in their care\, and\n\n\n\n\ncreate a plan to build linkages and begin implementing this practice into their program.\n\n\n\n1.5 PQAS credit hours available. \nRegistration\nSTEP 1: Register \nTo register\, complete one of the online registration forms below by August 18 at 11:55 p.m. Please have your PD Registry Number available (if any). \n\n\n\nAugust 19\, 2021  |  2:00 – 3:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 19\, 2021  |  6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nSTEP 2: Request Credit \nTo receive one hour of PQAS credit\, you must also complete a PD Registry Credit Request Form. \n\n\n\nAugust 19\, 2021  |  2:00 – 3:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 19\, 2021  |  6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nCourse Details\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, August 19\, 2021 | 2 – 3:30 p.m or 6:30 – 8 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nTopic: Strengthening Relationships with Local School District Partners\n\n\n\n\nInstructors: Jillian Miller\, Shawna Mohler\, and Lindsey Perry\n\n\n\n\nCore Knowledge Competency (CKC): K3.9 C2\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions about the session\, contact Jillian Miller at jillian.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us. For credit questions\, contact Allison Hritz at allison@tryingtogether.org. To view more events\, check out our Events Calendar. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/school-districts/2021-08-19/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210805T140000
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SUMMARY:Ask the Coaches: Partnerships with Local School Districts
DESCRIPTION:Want to hear partnership practices fellow early learning/child care programs in Allegheny County use to build relationships with local school districts to support transitions to public school? Join ELRC Region 5 on August 5 for their Ask the Coaches discussions. \nAsk the Coaches\nELRC Region 5 Quality Coaches will host two one-hour discussions on August 5 for Allegheny County early learning program and child care owners\, directors\, and teaching staff to: \n\n\n\ndiscuss their current practices in partnering with local school districts to support children and families with transitions into public school and foster continuity of care between their early learning program and school\,\n\n\n\n\nask questions\,\n\n\n\n\nnetwork with peers\, and\n\n\n\n\nlearn about available resources.\n\n\n\nOne PQAS credit hour will be available. \nRegistration\nSTEP 1: Register \nTo register\, complete one of the online registration forms below by August 4 at 11:55 p.m. Please have your PD Registry Number available (if any). \n\n\n\nAugust 5\, 2021  |  2:00 – 3:00 p.m.\n\n\nAugust 5\, 2021  |  6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nSTEP 2: Request Credit \nTo receive one hour of PQAS credit\, you must also complete a PD Registry Credit Request Form. \n\n\n\nAugust 5\, 2021  |  2:00 – 3:00 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 5\, 2021  |  6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nCourse Details\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, August 5\, 2021 | 2 – 3 p.m or 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\nTopic: Partnerships with Local School Districts\n\n\nInstructors: Jillian Miller\, Shawna Mohler\, and Lindsey Perry\n\n\nCore Knowledge Competency (CKC): K3.9 C1\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions about the session\, contact Jillian Miller at jillian.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us. For credit questions\, contact Allison Hritz at allison@tryingtogether.org. To view more events\, check out our Events Calendar. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/partnerships-school-districts/2021-08-05/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210612T110000
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SUMMARY:Community of Practice: Positive Interactions
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn new techniques to encourage positive interactions in and out of the classroom? Join ELRC Region 5 on June 12 and 17 for their virtual Community of Practice (CoP) sessions! \nAbout\nIn the June CoP virtual sessions\, classroom teachers and directors will collaborate with Everyday Interactions Matter Design Strategist Sarah Grubb. Participants will discover new techniques to encourage positive interactions in and out of the classroom\, reflect\, and support one another. \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. Registration is required. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 12\, 2021  | Positive Interactions \n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Register\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 17\, 2021  | Positive Interactions \n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meetings  |  Register\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, please contact Kathy Wolfe at 412.224.0416. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/positive-interactions/2021-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T193000
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SUMMARY:ELRC Region 5: Ask the Coaches (Staff Qualifications)
DESCRIPTION:Allegheny County child care owners\, directors\, and teaching staff: Do you have questions about staff qualifications according to the Keystone STARS Standards? Join ELRC Region 5 on May 27 for their online discussion\, “ELRC Region 5: Ask the Coaches (Staff Qualifications)”. \nAbout\nELRC Region 5 Quality Coaches will host a one-hour discussion for Allegheny County child care owners\, directors\, and teaching staff to ask questions\, network with peers\, and learn about staff qualifications according to the Keystone STARS Standards. ELRC Quality Coaches will: \n\n\n\nreview what professional development staff need in the areas outlined in the standards\,\nprovide resources on where to find professional development\, and\ndiscuss how the Career Pathway relates to staff qualifications.\n\n\n\nAdditional 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. \nCourse Details\n\nDate: Thursday\, May 27\, 2021 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m\nTopic: Staff Qualifications\nInstructors: Katie Streiff\, Lindsey Perry\, and Kathy Wolfe\nCore Knowledge Competencies (CKC):\n\nK6.3 C1 – Engage in supportive working relationships with colleagues and peers.\nK6.5 C1 – Participate\, as a lifelong learner\, in opportunities for professional development and growth at the\nlocal\, state\, and national level through a variety of means.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nSTEP ONE: Register\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Registration will close on May 25 at 5 p.m. Space is limited. Please have your PD Registry Number available. \nSTEP TWO: Request Credit\nOne PQAS credit hour will be available. To receive credit\, participants must complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form). \nMore Information\nFor 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. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/ask-coaches-pd/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
CREATED:20210325T132550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T140418Z
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SUMMARY:ELRC Region 5: Ask the Coaches (STAR 3/4 Standards)
DESCRIPTION: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.” \nAbout\nEarly 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. \nAdditional 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. \nCourse Details\n\n\n\nSession Date: Thursday\, April 22\, 2021 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSession Topic: Keystone STARS 3/4 Standards\n\n\n\n\nInstructors: Kathy Wolfe\, Holly Cessna\, and Nicole Paulovich\n\n\n\n\nCKC: K6.3 C1 and K6.6 C1\n\n\n\nRegistration\nSTEP ONE (EVENT REGISTRATION)\nTo 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. \nSTEP TWO (RECEIVING CREDIT)\nOne PQAS credit hour will be available. To receive credit\, participants must complete the PD Registry Credit Request Form (in addition to the registration form). \nMore Information\nFor 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. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/ask-coaches-stars/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
CREATED:20210303T181409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T181409Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Community of Practice Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in exploring self-assessments your early learning program can use to support quality? 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 March\, the COP virtual sessions will give providers the opportunity to explore each Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) approved Program Observation Instrument (POI). Attendees will see samples of each POI\, an overview of their assessment content\, and how they are scored. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, March 13\, 2021  |  Program Observation Instrument (POI)\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 18\, 2021  | Program Observation Instrument (POI)\n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n1 p.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, please contact Kathy Wolfe at 412.224.0416. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/choose-poi/2021-03-13/
CATEGORIES:Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
CREATED:20210127T185732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T185732Z
UID:12495-1613210400-1613214000@tryingtogether.org
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. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
CREATED:20210113T161543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T161543Z
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SUMMARY:Q&A: Child Care COVID-19 Pandemic Relief Award
DESCRIPTION:ELRC Region 5 will host Q&A sessions to help child care providers through the Child Care COVID-19 Pandemic Relief Award application process. Sessions will be held at various times from January 13 to January 22\, 2021. \nAbout\nChild care providers can now apply for a $600 Pandemic Relief Award on behalf of their eligible child care employees and child care support employees currently working directly with children as of January 1\, 2021\, and working a minimum of 20 paid hours a week. Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5 will host Q&A sessions to help providers through the application process. \nTo learn more about the Child Care COVID-19 Pandemic Relief Award\, read our news post. \nSession Dates\n\n\n\nWednesday\, January 13\, 2021  |  6 – 7 p.m.  \nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83501876140\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 14\, 2021  |  12:30 – 1:30 p.m.\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85892778291\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 14\, 2021  |  6 – 7 p.m.\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85395777828\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, January 15\, 2021  |  6 – 7 p.m.\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85633658557\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, January 16\, 2021  |  10 – 11 a.m.\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81099626792\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, January 19\, 2021  |  11 a.m. – 12 p.m.\nStay on the Virtual Director Roundtable Call\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, January 19\, 2021  |  3 – 4 p.m.\nStay on the Virtual Director Roundtable Call\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, January 20\, 2021  |  1:30 – 2:30 p.m.\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84668436877\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 21\, 2021  |  6 – 7 p.m.\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88072361423\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, January 22\, 2021  |  1:30 – 2:30 p.m.\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81460465998\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at 1.888.340.3572 or elrc5@alleghenycounty.us. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/info-session-pandemic-relief/2021-01-13/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
CREATED:20201222T155647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T215516Z
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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 (ELRC) Region 5 for their virtual Community of Practice sessions! \nAbout\nELRC 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 January\, the COP virtual sessions will give providers the opportunity to discuss their school-age care program successes\, needs\, and questions. Participants will be given the most current school-age care updates\, information\, resources\, and professional development opportunities. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, January 9\, 2021: School Age Child Care Check-In\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 21\, 2021: School Age Child Care Check-In\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. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/virtual-cop-jan-21/2021-01-09/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
CREATED:20200901T135925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T201926Z
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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 ELRC Region 5 for their virtual Community of Practice sessions! \nAbout\nCommunity of Practice sessions provide early learning professionals with opportunities to discuss topics of interest\, current trends in the early childhood field\, and offer insight and inspiration to their fellow professionals. \nEach session in December will feature a Q&A with ELRC Region 5 Quality Coaches who will answer questions about the Keystone STARS Performance Standards. The Keystone STARS program is a responsive system to improve\, support\, and recognize the continuous quality improvement (CQI) efforts of early learning programs in Pennsylvania. ELRC Region 5 Quality Coaches are also able to offer support to providers who participate in the Keystone STARS program. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 12: Keystone STARS Performance Standards Q & A\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meeting  |  Attend the Session\n\n\nThursday\, December 17: Keystone STARS Performance Standards Q & A\n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meeting  |  Attend the Session\n1 p.m.  |  Zoom Meetings |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at  elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or 412.350.3577. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/community-of-practice-dec/2020-12-12/
CATEGORIES:Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
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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 ELRC Region 5 for their virtual Community of Practice sessions! \nAbout\nCommunity of Practice sessions provide early learning professionals with opportunities to discuss topics of interest\, current trends in the early childhood field\, and offer insight and inspiration to their fellow professionals. \nIn November\, these virtual sessions will discuss how to create Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) plans using approved program observation instruments\, creating goals from the results of those instruments\, identifying the steps it will take to reach the goals\, and who is responsible for ensuring the goal is implemented. Participants will learn about the importance of including staffs’ professional development plans and how to use the CQI throughout the whole year. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 14: Continuous Quality Improvement Plan\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, November 19: Continuous Quality Improvement Plan\n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n1 p.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at  elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or 412.350.3577. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/community-of-practice-november/2020-11-14/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
CREATED:20200831T210036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200831T210036Z
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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 ELRC Region 5 for their virtual Community of Practice sessions! \nAbout\nCommunity of Practice sessions provide early learning professionals with opportunities to discuss topics of interest\, current trends in the early childhood field\, and offer insight and inspiration to their fellow professionals. \nIn October\, these virtual sessions will focus on tips\, how-tos\, and tools for participants to navigate through Provider Self Service (PSS)\, where you can apply for or renew child care licensing\, submit ELRC online attendance invoices\, submit Keystone STARS requests\, and update provider profiles; and STARS Management and Reliability Tracking (SMART)\, a document uploader for the Keystone STARS Designation process. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 10: SMART Document Uploader\, Provider Self Service & Keystone STARS Supporting Documents\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 15: SMART Document Uploader\, Provider Self Service & Keystone STARS Supporting Documents\n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n1 p.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at  elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or 412.350.3577. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/virtual-community-of-practice-meetings/2020-10-10/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
CREATED:20200831T205115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200831T205342Z
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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 ELRC Region 5 for their virtual Community of Practice sessions! \nAbout\nCommunity of Practice sessions provide early learning professionals with opportunities to discuss topics of interest\, current trends in the early childhood field\, and offer insight and inspiration to their fellow professionals. \nIn September\, these virtual sessions will discuss the most current school-age care updates\, information\, trends\, resources\, and professional development opportunities. Participants will connect with out-of-school-time partners and professionals\, and they will receive support as new or existing school-age care programs. The session will also focus on supporting virtual learning\, daily schedules\, and keeping the children engaged. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 12: School-Age Care Updates\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 17: School-Age Care Updates\n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n1 p.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Attend the Session\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor questions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at  elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or 412.350.3577. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/community-of-practice-virtual-sept/2020-09-12/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200808T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
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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 ELRC Region 5 for their virtual Community of Practice sessions! \nAbout\nCommunity of Practice sessions provide early learning professionals with opportunities to discuss topics of interest\, current trends in the early childhood field\, and offer insight and inspiration to their fellow professionals. \nIn August\, these virtual sessions will provide an overview of using the Pennsylvania Professional Development (PD) Registry. Participants will learn how to use the PD Registry as a tool to organize staff and will receive support and clear instruction on renewal requirements for the Keystone STARS program. \nAvailable Sessions\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 8\n10 a.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Register\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 20\n10 a.m.  | Zoom Meetings  |  Register\n1 p.m.  |  Zoom Meetings  |  Register\n\n\n\nMore Information\nInformation about the meetings will be sent to participants following registration. For questions\, contact ELRC Region 5 at  elrc5@alleghenycounty.us or 412.350.3577. \nShare this flyer with your network. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/community-practice-ece-meetings/2020-08-08/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5":MAILTO:elrc5@alleghenycounty.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
CREATED:20200716T172917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200721T170608Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Supplies Distribution Event for Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:About\nTrying Together\, Global Links\, and Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5 are partnering to ensure that 650 licensed child care operators in Allegheny County are fully equipped with the protective and cleaning supplies they need to maintain a safe\, clean\, and healthy environment for children and employees. \nAll licensed child care providers in Allegheny County are eligible to receive cleaning supplies and safety equipment. Providers must have their tax identification (EIN) numbers read for staff at the distribution site. \nWhat’s Included\nChild care operators are invited to visit a distribution location to receive: \n\n\n\nan infrared\, no-touch thermometer;\n\n\ngloves for diaper changes and cleaning;\n\n\nhand sanitizer;\n\n\ndisinfectant;\n\n\nreusable cloth masks;\n\n\nreusable clear plastic face shield; and\n\n\none case of tissues.\n\n\n\nAvailable Dates and Locations\n\n\n\nDistribution at Global Links  |  Register\nWednesday\, July 22  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n700 Trumbull Drive\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15205\n\n\n\n\nDistribution at LaRoche University  |  Register\nThursday\, July 23  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n9000 Babcock Boulevard\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15237\n\n\n\n\nDistribution at Edgewood Town Centre  |  Register\nFriday\, July 24  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n1763 South Braddock Avenue\, Swissvale\, PA 15218\n\n\n\nSee a map of each distribution location. \nRegistration\nTo ensure enough supplies are available\, please register for the date and location of your choice via the PPE Supply Pickup Form. Each provider must sign up separately. Providers with multiple locations should sign up for each program\, specifying the program name on each form. \nMore Information\nThe purchase and distribution of supplies are made possible through the generous support of local foundations. For more information\, call 412.350.3577 or visit elrc5.alleghenycounty.us. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/covid-19-supplies-child-care-2020-07-24/
LOCATION:Edgewood Town Centre\, 1763 South Braddock Avenue\, Swissvale\, 15218
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
CREATED:20200716T172917Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Supplies Distribution Event for Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:About\nTrying Together\, Global Links\, and Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5 are partnering to ensure that 650 licensed child care operators in Allegheny County are fully equipped with the protective and cleaning supplies they need to maintain a safe\, clean\, and healthy environment for children and employees. \nAll licensed child care providers in Allegheny County are eligible to receive cleaning supplies and safety equipment. Providers must have their tax identification (EIN) numbers read for staff at the distribution site. \nWhat’s Included\nChild care operators are invited to visit a distribution location to receive: \n\n\n\nan infrared\, no-touch thermometer;\n\n\ngloves for diaper changes and cleaning;\n\n\nhand sanitizer;\n\n\ndisinfectant;\n\n\nreusable cloth masks;\n\n\nreusable clear plastic face shield; and\n\n\none case of tissues.\n\n\n\nAvailable Dates and Locations\n\n\n\nDistribution at Global Links  |  Register\nWednesday\, July 22  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n700 Trumbull Drive\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15205\n\n\nDistribution at LaRoche University  |  Register\nThursday\, July 23  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n9000 Babcock Boulevard\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15237\n\n\nDistribution at Edgewood Town Centre  |  Register\nFriday\, July 24 | 1 – 3 p.m.\n1763 South Braddock Avenue\, Swissvale\, PA 15218\n\n\n\nSee a map of each distribution location. \nRegistration\nTo ensure enough supplies are available\, please register for the date and location of your choice via the PPE Supply Pickup Form. Each provider must sign up separately. Providers with multiple locations should sign up for each program\, specifying the program name on each form. \nMore Information\nThe purchase and distribution of supplies are made possible through the generous support of local foundations. For more information\, call 412.350.3577 or visit elrc5.alleghenycounty.us. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/covid-19-supplies-child-care-2020-07-23/
LOCATION:LaRoche University\, 9000 Babcock Boulevard\, Pittsburgh\, 15237
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T192230
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Supplies Distribution Event for Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:About\nTrying Together\, Global Links\, and Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Region 5 are partnering to ensure that 650 licensed child care operators in Allegheny County are fully equipped with the protective and cleaning supplies they need to maintain a safe\, clean\, and healthy environment for children and employees. \nAll licensed child care providers in Allegheny County are eligible to receive cleaning supplies and safety equipment. Providers must have their tax identification (EIN) numbers read for staff at the distribution site. \nWhat’s Included\nChild care operators are invited to visit a distribution location to receive: \n\n\n\nan infrared\, no-touch thermometer;\n\n\ngloves for diaper changes and cleaning;\n\n\nhand sanitizer;\n\n\ndisinfectant;\n\n\nreusable cloth masks;\n\n\nreusable clear plastic face shield; and\n\n\none case of tissues.\n\n\n\nAvailable Dates and Locations\n\n\n\nDistribution at Global Links  |  Register\nWednesday\, July 22  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n700 Trumbull Drive\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15205\n\n\n\n\nDistribution at LaRoche University  |  Register\nThursday\, July 23  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n9000 Babcock Boulevard\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15237\n\n\n\n\nDistribution at Edgewood Town Centre  |  Register\nFriday\, July 24  |  1 – 3 p.m.\n1763 South Braddock Avenue\, Swissvale\, PA 15218\n\n\n\nSee a map of each distribution location. \nRegistration\nTo ensure enough supplies are available\, please register for the date and location of your choice via the PPE Supply Pickup Form. Each provider must sign up separately. Providers with multiple locations should sign up for each program\, specifying the program name on each form. \nMore Information\nThe purchase and distribution of supplies are made possible through the generous support of local foundations. For more information\, call 412.350.3577 or visit elrc5.alleghenycounty.us. \nTweetSharePinShare0 Shares
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/covid-19-supplies-child-care/2020-07-22/
LOCATION:Global Links\, 700 Trumbull Drive\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15205\, United States
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