In this training, participants will learn the importance of giving children hands-on cooking and baking experiences and hear simple strategies for making it happen. They will also receive a cookbook with various recipes to begin cooking with their classroom. Set One in HSN. Preschool. 

In this training, you will be introduced to and will be able to extend learning from these strategies during transitions and keep children busy and engaged during the day. Set One in LEC. Preschool.

Create an interview tool that helps you select professionals who can give you just what your school needs. Develop a plan to effectively, firmly and fairly coach the members of your team. Give them inspiration, skills and the drive to serve your families and children. This will build a cohesive, happy, motivated team. Evaluate and implement staff training and development plans that support higher school goals. And finally, leave with ideas on how to keep the great members of your team for the long term. Set Two in PPLD/PM. No Age Related Content.

We will be exploring strategies & tools to include all families in our ECE programs in order to make connections with other families, creating a stronger community of parents and resources as well as honoring family cultures and connections to needed resources. We will be exploring techniques to share with families about how to support their children through play. Set Two in FCS. No Age Related Content.

211info helps communities identify, navigate, and connect with the local resources they need. This presentation will cover the basics of the services that 211info offers. We will discuss 211info’s Child Care and Community Service referrals and different ways that 211info can help you and the families of children in your care. Set One in PM. No Age Related Content.

In this workshop, participants will explore the Reggio Emilia Inspired approach to early childhood learning environments. We will examine the Key Principles of the Reggio Emilia philosophy, which emphasizes the benefits of hands-on exploration, collaboration, and the environment as a "third teacher". Participants will apply elements of a child-directed, inquiry-based approach in their practices with children. Set Two in LEC. Infant/ Toddler, Preschool.

Through introducing the foundational senses:(touch, proprioception, vestibular, life), and developmental movements, we will explore games, movement and a variety of activities to support the health and development of the whole child. Set One in HSN. No Age Related Content.

Would you like to create learning spaces that feel more meaningful and engaging for adult learners? Together, we will explore and practice ways to connect adults’ prior knowledge and experiences to new learning. Set Two in PPLD. No Age Related Content.