In a recent article, Child Care Aware of America reported out that 38 percent of parents were unsure of their child care provider’s emergency plan, with another 7 percent stating that their program doesn’t have one. To ensure your child’s safety, Child Care Aware recommends that caregivers be proactive by asking their child care provider these 10 questions.
Recommended Questions
- Do you have an emergency preparedness plan for disasters that are likely to occur in our area?
- How will you safely evacuate my child to a safe, predetermined location?
- How and when will I be notified if a disaster occurs when my child is in child care?
- If I can’t get to my child during or after a disaster, how will you continue to care for my child?
- Have you and your staff received training on how to respond to my child’s physical and emotional needs during and after a disaster; for example, are all staff first aid and CPR-certified?
- Will you teach my older child what to do in an emergency?
- Do you have a disaster/supply kit with enough items to meet my child’s needs for at least 72 hours?
- Do the state and local emergency management agencies and responders know about your child care program and where it is located?
- How may I help you during and after a disaster?
- After a disaster occurs, how will I be notified about your plan to reopen?
More Information
For more information, visit www.childcareprepare.org.
*Information provided by Child Care Aware of America
Families and caregivers with young children are invited to join Reading is Fundamental (RIF) Pittsburgh at the Homewood-Brushton Family Support Center for their Storymobile visits!
About the Storymobile
Storymobiles are libraries-on-wheels; taking stories, activities, books, and literacy resources to early childcare centers, pre-k and kindergarten classrooms, afterschool programs, public housing communities, and community events across Pittsburgh.
Focused on kindergarten readiness, Storymobile programming is designed to introduce young students to the joy of reading; expose them to challenging subject matter, including math and science themes, in a way that they embrace and enjoy; and reinforce skills recommended by state and federal curricula.
All children that participate with Storymobile will be signed up for the Books for Keeps program, enabling them to select a book to take home and keep four times throughout the year.
Learn More
To learn more, contact RIF Pittsburgh at 412.321.8022 or email info@rifpittsburgh.org.
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*Information provided by Reading is Fundamental Pittsburgh
Looking for a more in-depth dive into Trauma-Informed Care? Join Debralyn Woodberry Shaw of ELIE Circle, LLC to explore trauma might manifest in your early childhood or youth program.
About
Our past experiences – personal, familial, societal – influence our brain development and shape how we interpret and respond to the world. In this session, youth workers will explore how trauma might manifest in their program. Participants will also learn how self-awareness and a growth mindset aid in creating a Trauma-Informed Community and protect youth workers from the effects of vicarious trauma. Lunch will be provided.
Learning Objectives
Participants will:
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- be introduced to the Trauma-Informed Care framework,
- become familiar with the foundations of Trauma-Informed Care,
- understand complex trauma and the parts of the brain related to trauma,
- be introduced to vicarious trauma,
- identify self-care and building resilience techniques,
- reflect on their past experiences and how they influence their interactions with young people, and
- explore the concept of a growth mindset.
Registration and Questions
To register for this workshop, visit APOST’s event page.
For questions, contact APOST at 412.456.6876.
*Information provided by APOST
Join the MAYA Organization on Wednesdays this summer for their Prenatal Lunch & Learn series.
About
Expectant mothers are invited to learn about healthy pregnancy, infant care, and self-care in this summer Lunch & Learn series. Classes will be held on Wednesdays, June 19 through July 17, from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
Participants that complete the Eight Core Class series in four weeks will earn a car seat or pack’n’play upon completion.
Series Schedule
Classes will be held on the following dates at the Maya Organization headquarters:
- June 19
- June 26
- July 3
- July 10
- July 17
Learn More
To learn more and register online, visit the event Facebook page.
To RSVP via phone or email, contact 412.945.7670, extension 103 or christy@mayaorganization.org.
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Do you need to learn about the PA Early Learning Standards for Early Childhood? Would you like to explore ways in which curriculum and assessment are linked to these Standards?
Join Trying Together at The Homewood Early Learning Hub for two three-hour professional growth sessions that meet Keystone STARS Core Series requirements. Six hours of PQAS / Act 48 credits will be awarded to participants who attend both sessions.
Register
To register, visit the event webpages:
More Information
For more information, contact Theresa Hetler at 412.421.3889 or theresa@tryingtogether.org.
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Join Promising Futures on May 30 for a webinar exploring ways in which early childhood professionals and programs can support children and families affected by domestic violence.
About
Domestic violence harms many families with young children. However, early childhood teachers and caregivers can help children heal. Further, early childhood programs can support healthy development and work to stop domestic violence in their communities. Join Promising Futures for this upcoming webinar to learn how early childhood programs can help families affected by domestic violence. Presenters will share strategies, tools, and resources created in partnership with The National Center on Parent, Family and Community Engagement.
Presenters:
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- Virginia Duplessis, MSW, Program Director, Futures Without Violence
- Mie Fukuda, MA, Senior Program Specialist, Futures Without Violence
Registration
To register for this event, visit their webinar page.
Questions
For more information, contact Graciela Olguin at golguin@futureswithoutviolence.org.
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Join Professor Lois Wachtel in this edWebinar as she discusses early childhood developmental milestones through the eyes of a child, particularly an English language learner (ELL) child. Those who work with three- and four-year-old children will have the opportunity to take a closer look at their growth.
About
While we know all young children are amazing individuals, can you recall the vast amount of growth that is taking place in their world on a regular basis? At what age can we expect young children to be able to answer a simple question, name familiar colors, throw a ball, or demonstrate simple problem-solving skills?
During this webinar, Wachtel will discuss all this and more, providing a well-rounded perspective of how young children are building language, physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and motor development skills. Specific examples will be provided with ELLs in mind.
Time for questions will be provided. Continuing Education Credits available.
Registration
For more information and to register, visit the event website.
