Participants in this training will examine the common challenges of stress and overstimulation experienced by adults and children. We will explore states of arousal and the “fight, flight, or freeze” response and how to move back into productive states of activity when triggered. Hands-on activities will allow attendees to explore a variety of strategies that can effectively be used to calm overactive minds and bodies by targeting all five senses. Set Two in HGD. Infant/ Toddler, Preschool, School Age.

Participants will gain an understanding regarding the importance of Find Child Care Oregon (Oregon’s referral system) and some core business practices to engage in the digital age as people search for child care. Set One in PM. No Age Related Content.

This session introduces participants to the Child Care Substitutes of Oregon (CCSO) program’s basics that include: What is CCSO, what programs are eligible for CCSO services and how to enroll, & what are the requirements to become a CCSO substitute with tips for applying. During this training, participants will learn what Child Care Substitutes of Oregon are and how they can potentially utilize this service to align with program needs. Set One in PM. No Age Related Content.

This training highlights the power of storytelling in early childhood. Participants will explore how to support all children—including multilingual learners and children with special needs—in creating stories using varied materials, capturing and revisiting their words, performing their stories, and reflecting on them together. Through documentation strategies and real classroom examples, we’ll examine how this process nurtures imagination, language development, confidence, and a strong sense of community. Set Two in LEC. Preschool.

Participants will examine cultural awareness and its influence on interactions in this Cultural Intelligence training. Participants will analyze their own cultural values and biases, interpret their effects on relationships, and apply equitable practices. This session explores strategies to foster inclusivity and respect for cultural differences in classrooms and workplaces, enhancing collaboration and respectful interactions. Set Two in DIV. No Age Related Content.

This training equips leaders to design intentional systems that sustain collaboration across families, educators, and community partners. Participants will explore structures for communication, alignment, and accountability that reinforce shared goals. The session emphasizes leadership’s role in strengthening their position and influence, ensuring each side (family, educator, leadership) is connected and balanced to improve outcomes for children. Set Two in FCS/PM. No Age Related Content.

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 Two in HSN. Preschool. 

Culture is embedded in everything we do and the classroom is no different. However, the way we respond to culture, as educators, must be different and will have a significant impact on your student and their success or failure. Through this training, participants will examine the different ways day-to-day experiences impact children and their cultural identification. Participants will discuss barriers and current best practices to develop a culturally responsive setting for all students. Set Two in DIV/PM. No Age Related Content.