Part one of this two-part series introduces Oregon’s Spark, state’s Quality Recognition and Improvement System (QRIS). Participants will learn about Spark’s goals, benefits, eligibility requirements, and steps to participate. The goal of this training is to prepare providers to make an intentional decision about joining Spark and investing in their program’s quality growth. After this training, interested providers will be able to sign up for Spark Overview Part 2. Set One in PM. No Age Related Content.

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 is and how they can potentially utilize this service to align with program needs. Set One in PM. No Age Related Content.

This training for professionals working with children and families focuses on demonstrating professionalism through reflective intentional teaching, ethical conduct, and fostering trust with professional values through continuing professional development. It also emphasizes advocacy by empowering participants to influence policies and organizational practices that improve outcomes for children and families. Set Two in PPLD. 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 OA. No Age Related Content.

We know how important our work as Early Childhood Professionals is to children, families and our communities, but do the funders and the policy makers understand? In this class we explore issues important to the field and develop advocacy tools to bring about understanding and change. Set Two in PPLD. No Age Related Content.

There is nothing more frustrating than putting out fires all day due to challenging behavior in your classroom. Many of these behaviors can be mitigated by planning your classroom and setting expectations in advance. Teaching the skills you want to see is much more effective than correcting the behaviors you don't want to see! Set Two in UGB. Preschool.