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Nurturing Your Team: Effective Retention Strategies for Preschool Success

$20

with Sara Smart

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 3, 2025 at 6 pm

The focus of this training is to implement practices and policies that boost staff morale and professional growth, contributing to a more motivated and dedicated team. Set Two in PPLD. No Age Related Content.

Pottery - Studio

$100

with Chris Bolton

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 3, 2025 at 6 pm
Must be registered for Pottery as well to take the studio session. Studio time to develop your pottery skills to a new level by taking this class! It’s a chance to spread your wings and create what you want. This class is for beginning to advanced potters and covers levels of hand-building and wheel-throwing technique working with cone 6, mid-range clay and glazes with instruction in both. Clay is not included, but can be purchased from the CGCC Bookstore. No discounts or waivers.

Spanish is Fun

$80

with Paul Kuiper

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 3, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 11 weeks

This is a traditional Spanish as a second language course, in which students will learn the Spanish pronunciation of the five vowel sounds, explore words that are similar in English and Spanish (cognates), and become familiar with common Spanish names. Additionally, they will use the language to get to know people, discuss family members, make words plural, and practice classroom expressions, indefinite articles, and action verbs. The required textbook for this course is *Spanish is Fun: Lively Lessons for Beginners, Fourth Edition*, which is available for purchase on Amazon. Please note that no discounts or waivers are available.

Manufacturing Makers' Friday: Skills Center Manufacturing Access

$150

with Lindsey Hegemann

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 4, 2025 at 9 am
1 additional session on May 16, 2025
This course is designed to give facilitated and curated access to equipment in CGCC's Skills Center. It provides access and basic training on the use of GTAW/SMAW/GMAW welding equipment, a shear, a sheet metal bender, CNC plasma machines, laser engraving, plastic and resin 3D printing equipment, manual milling equipment, CNC milling equipment, CNC lathe equipment, and small format CNC waterjet. Think of it as the ultimate maker space and a chance to learn on industrial grade and quality equipment that can scale upwards or downwards. Small business participation is encouraged! Equipment access is available on a first-come-first-serve basis during the listed class hours. A CGCC instructor will be present to facilitate use and teach basic CAD/CAM for CNC equipment, but prior experience or knowledge is beneficial. Students can be approved for independent equipment use through a badging process. Basic and small scrap materials are provided. For more in depth projects, materials can be purchased at cost from CGCC. A general safety course must be taken prior to usage of equipment. The training is provided by S/P2 and will be done on the first day of class. Proof of completion must be provided and retained by CGCC.

Sumi-Brush Painting

$46

with Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 4, 2025 at 6 pm
1 additional session on Jun 6, 2025
Using traditional Japanese calligraphy kits, participants in this two-part workshop will learn and expand on the fundamentals of brush and ink painting. No prior experience is needed. The evening session is dedicated to brush techniques and quick studies. The next day we take it to another level, creating cards or location paintings and incorporating color. All materials are included but participants may want to bring a coloring medium of their choice. (F) - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (S) - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Journey To The Stars Conference: Helping Your Learners Reach New Heights/ Conferencia Viaje A Las Estrellas: Apoyando A Sus Aprendices Alcanzar Nuevas Alturas

Free

with Staff

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 5, 2025 at 8 am

Join us as we continue to help our young learners reach new heights in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Early Literacy! Sessions will focus on infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children, offering Set One and Set Two training sessions in English and Spanish. The day will be filled with local and state-wide resources for educators and free books for all who attend! 

This conference has been organized by Child Care Partners, the Gorge STEM Hub, and the Four Rivers Family Early Learning & Parenting Hub to meet the needs of Early Childhood Educators in Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, and Wheeler Counties. 

Early child care and education professionals living or working in Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, and Wheeler Counties will be prioritized for attendance.

Prizes related to the conference topics will be awarded throughout the day. Breakfast, Lunch, and an afternoon snack will be provided.

Keynote Speaker: Christyn Dundorf, presenting: To Infinity and Beyond: Early Learning Connects Children to a Universe of Possibility.

¡Acompáñenos mientras continuamos a apoyar a sus aprendices a alcanzar nuevas alturas en Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería, Matemática, y en el Afabetismo Temprano! Las sesiones se enfocarán en las edades de infantes, niños pequeños, preescolares y edad escolar, ofreciendo sesiones de Nivel Uno y Dos y en inglés y español. ¡El día estará lleno de recursos locales igual como estatales para los educadores, también libros gratuitos para todos los que asistan!

Esta conferencia ha sido organizada por Child Care Partners, el STEM Hub del Gorge, y el Hub de Four Rivers Family y Early Learning & Parenting para cumplir con las necesidades de los Educadores de la Edad Temprana en los condados de Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco y Wheeler. 

La asistencia de los profesionales del cuidado y educación infantil viviendo o trabajando en los condados de Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, y Wheeler serán priorizados.

A lo largo del día se premiarán premios relacionados con los temas de la conferencia. Se proporciona desayuno, almuerzo y una merienda.

Discurso de Apertura: Christyn Dundorf, presenta: Hasta el Infinito y Más Allá: El Aprendizaje Temprano Conecta a los Niños a un Universo de Posibilidades.

Photography: The Art of Photography

$50

with Paul Kuiper

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 5, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 6 weeks

"The Art of Photography" by Paul Kuiper offers local scenic photography and world traveler experiences. Paul provides teaching and tips learned from master photographers such as Ansel Adams, Minor White, and others whom he studied with. The course includes assignments that can be completed with any camera and will be evaluated in class. All skill levels are welcome, and you don't need a fancy camera – you can use your phone, digital, or film cameras!

NRA Basics of Rifle Shooting

$100

with Tim Sipe

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 8, 2025 at 6 pm
The course introduces the student to the Knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for owning and using a rifle safely. Students will learn about rifle parts and operation, ammunition, gun safety, and rifle shooting fundamentals. This prepares the student with basic skills in handling a rifle for hunting or shooting for fun or basics for shooting sports. Range fee of $15 x2 will be paid to the range at the time of use.




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