October 11, 2023 E-Learning Course: Exploring the WIDA PreK-3 Essential Actions A new course, Exploring the WIDA Prek-3 Essential Actions, is now available in the PD Registry for free. Learn More This self-paced e-learning course will introduce educators to the WIDA PreK-3 Essential Actions. Educators will have an opportunity to build their knowledge and understanding of the Essential Actions and key concepts embedded in the Essential Actions for supporting dual language learners. They will also reflect on their own ideologies, practices, and settings. This course will invite participants to apply their learning and take action to enhance their current practices by utilizing the tools and resources provided. Register To register for the course, visit the PD Registry and search the training calendar for Exploring the WIDA Prek-3 Essential Actions. Any questions can be directed to Barry Wiestling at bwiestling@pa.gov.
July 19, 2023 New Language Access Training Available for Organizations A new resource is available to help organizations engage more with community members who do not speak English as a first language. About Through All for All and The Global Switchboard, a free one-hour language access training, including resources to foster better relationships with non-English speaking community members, is available for organizations and groups to reserve and schedule. The trainings can take place virtually or in-person. To register, email crich@shimcares.org from South Hills Interfaith Movement (SHIM) to request a training date for your organization or group. Related Content & Resources 2023 Summer Reading Programs for Young Readers Story Time with the Hill District Early Literacy Initiative and Macedonia FACE Hill District Conducting Survey on Parent Engagement in Child Literacy 2023 Virtual Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip HDELI Wild Family Literacy Night Resources for July Observances
December 4, 2020 Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy 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. About These 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: Connecting with Children: No Wi-Fi Needed January 8, 2021 | 8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m. Using Assistive Technology to Support Literacy Development January 22, 2021 | 8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m. Building Vocabulary and Supporting Emergent Talkers February 12, 2021 | 8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m. Supporting Children to Understand Language Around Them February 26, 2021 | 8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m. Sounds, Sounds Everywhere! March 12, 2021 | 8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m. Dual Language Learners Through the Equity Lens March 26, 2021 | 8:30 – 9 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2 p.m. Registration To register, visit the event webpage. Registration closes the Wednesday prior to each session at 4:30 p.m. More Information PQAS, 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.
