April 9, 2020 Navigating Early Intervention Services During COVID-19 Families are invited to join a live informational webinar from the Bureau of Early Intervention Services and Family Supports about what families can expect during the closure of face-to-face Early Intervention services. There is no need to register. A recording of the event will be available on the Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) portal after the event for individuals who are unable to attend. Professionals may be asked to sign off if participant levels get close to capacity. Available Sessions The following sessions will be available: For Families fo Children Receiving Infant/Toddler Early Intervention Services | 12 – 1 p.m. Join from PC, Mac, iOS, or Android: https://paiu.zoom.us/j/904942246 Join by Phone: 312.626.6799, Meeting ID: 904 942 246 For Families of Children Receiving Preschool Early Intervention Services | 2 – 3 p.m. Join from PC, Mac, iOS, or Android: https://paiu.zoom.us/j/380197977 Join by Phone: 312.626.6799, Meeting ID: 380 197 977
January 3, 2020 Setting the Stage for Early Literacy “Setting the Stage for Early Literacy” is chock full of fun, just-right activities that build oral language and early reading and writing skills. Amy Mascott and Allison McDonald break down the hows and whys of early literacy into bite-size pieces to help busy teachers support their youngest learners’ individual development without pushing them too hard. Participants will leave with ideas for creating a literacy-rich environment; literacy activities for whole-class, small-group, and independent learning; strategies for building an effective home-school connection; and much more. This webinar is suitable for child care, pre-k, and kindergarten teachers. Time for questions will be provided. Registration To register for this webinar, visit the event webpage. *Information provided by edWeb.net
September 27, 2019 Supporting Children’s Early Learning with Music Join Music Together on October 7 for their upcoming webinar, “Harness the Power of Music to Support Children’s Early Learning.” About In this webinar, participants will gain tools and experience songs they can use to create a musically rich environment that promotes a positive learning atmosphere, regardless of their own music “talent” or experience. Attendees will come to see how easy it is to use music to engage children and enhance the classroom to the benefit of both children and adults. The presenter will also explore some ideas for engaging parents and caregivers at home, supporting their use of music with their children, and strengthening the home-school connection. This webinar is suitable for educators who work with toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners. Time for questions will be provided. Register To register and learn more, visit the edWeb website. *Information provided by edWeb
August 30, 2019 Webinar | Exploring SCIENCE! with Preschoolers Join the National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning on November 5 for their upcoming webinar, “Little Scientists: Exploring SCIENCE! with Preschoolers.” About Discover the “science” component of STEM, including how preschoolers use the scientific method to figure out how the world works. Preschool teachers and family child care providers will learn strategies and teaching practices that help all children explore science concepts. The webinar will also highlight strategies for using art to encourage science learning. Register To register and learn more, visit the event webpage! *Information provided by ECLKC
July 23, 2019 Free Leadership Training for Families Receiving EI Services Are you a parent, caregiver, or family member of a young child who receives Early Intervention services in Pennsylvania? Join the Temple University College of Education for Competence and Confidence: Partners in Policymaking Early Intervention (C2P2 EI 2019-20). About C2P2 EI 2019-20 provides free leadership development training for families of children who receive Infant-Toddler Early Intervention or Preschool Early Intervention Services. The training will provide participants with up-to-date information, leadership development training, resources, and skills. Participants learn about the local, state, and national issues that affect children with disabilities. Eligibility To be eligible, applicants should be Pennsylvania family members who: Have a child—infant or school-age—that receives Early Intervention services, Desire to advocate for themselves and others by building leadership skills, and Are willing to commit to all four 2-day trainings. Training Information Training Dates Trainings will be held on Fridays from 1 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. October 11-12, 2019 December 6-7, 2019 March 6-7, 2020 April 3-4, 2020 Location The Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel 4650 Lindle Road Harrisburg, PA 17111 (717) 564.5511 Covered Costs Meals included Travel and child care expense reimbursements Overnight lodging (for those traveling 40+ miles) Application To apply and for more information, visit the event website. The application deadline is September 20, 2019. Questions For questions, contact Cathy Roccia-Meier at 215.204.1772 (voice), 215.204.1805 (TeleTypewriter/TTY), or cathyRM@temple.edu.
July 22, 2019 Family Check-Up Helps Families Build & Grow Together The day-to-day challenges of raising children aren’t easy, but families don’t have to do it alone. At the Homewood-Brushton Family Support Center, Family Check-Up offers an opportunity for all families to take a seat, talk about their challenges, and move forward with strategies to solve them. About Family Check-Up In family support centers across the nation, the Family Check-Up (FCU) model aims to promote child and family well-being by providing parents and caregivers with new skills and tools to strengthen family relationships. The program starts off with an initial interview and an assessment of the family’s strengths and needs, followed by creating tailored goals to meet the unique needs of each family. A final feedback session provides an opportunity to continue building parenting skills through the “Everyday Parenting Curriculum” and information on possible follow-up services. All services are free and confidential. Benefits of Participation For more than 20 years, research has shown that participating in FCU: increases parent and caregiver confidence, reduces family stress and conflict, and reduces challenging behaviors displayed by preschoolers, school-aged children, and teens. Schedule an Appointment Interested in signing up? Schedule an appointment by contacting Family Coach, Adriana Chung, at 412.727.6649. See our interview with Adriana to learn more.
July 16, 2019 Pittsburgh Children Receive First Round of Free Books In July 2019, Pittsburgh preschoolers received their first round of free books from the City of Pittsburgh’s partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. About The free book program – in conjunction with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, the Benter Foundation, and the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania – mails all eligible children an age-appropriate book every month up until their fifth birthday. In February, legislation was introduced to Pittsburgh City Council to accept $250,000 from the Benter Foundation to establish the Pittsburgh program. In early July, the first shipment of books was sent out to 1,402 children who were enrolled in the program at the beginning of June. Another 400 children have been added to the program since then and will receive their first books in coming weeks. All children receive “The Little Engine That Could” as their first book, as it is Dolly Parton’s favorite. Eligibility To be eligible for the program, preschoolers must: Be a resident of the City of Pittsburgh Have a parent or guardian fill out an official registration form Notify the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania of any address changes Sign Up To sign up for this program, visit the Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library website. More Information For instructions, frequently asked questions, and more, visit the City of Pittsburgh’s website. *Information provided by the City of Pittsburgh
July 5, 2019 Storymobile at Homewood-Brushton Family Support Center 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. Share this flyer with your network. *Information provided by Reading is Fundamental Pittsburgh
July 2, 2019 Supporting Math Skills with Developmentally Appropriate Music Activities Join Music Together on July 10 for an edWebinar exploring opportunities to support young children’s emerging math skills with developmentally appropriate music activities. About In this edWebinar, participants will learn about developmentally appropriate music and movement activities that naturally support children’s exploration of math concepts, including pattern, sequence, representation, proportion, and opposites. Participants will be introduced to new songs and chants they can use in their work with children, hear about research on the topic, and see ways to lead music experiences with young children. This edWebinar will be of interest to educators working with toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners. Time for questions will be provided. Register To register and learn more about this edWebinar, visit the event page.
May 20, 2019 Get Ready for the Next Steps Are you wondering about how the preschool enrollment process works? Unsure of how to assess or choose a local school for your child? Have questions about whether your child is ready for Pre-K or Kindergarten? Join us at the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library for an information session co-hosted by A+ Schools and Trying Together, with Pittsburgh Public Schools’ Early Education. A pizza dinner will be served. Children are welcome! This is event is FREE and open to the public. Questions For more information, call 412.682.4430 or email outreach@pghtoys.org. Share this flyer with your network.
