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SUMMARY:Farm to ECE: An Introduction
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about how you can strengthen your classroom or program’s connection to food and nutrition?  Farm to ECE: An Introduction is designed to support you in finding ways to make those connections.  This training will offer a variety of ideas and practical ways to implement them\, from taste tests to gardening to field trips. \nIn this self-paced online training\, you will learn about: \nFarm to ECE\, and how it connects to meet CACFP standards and best practices\nExperience-based learning in the classroom\, garden\, and community\nStarting and maintaining a garden\, and connecting with local food sources\nEngaging families\, staff\, and the community in your Farm to ECE activities\nPlease note: This training is hosted on Canvas\, and is self-paced.  You are required to participate in discussion boards\, and will take a 7-question quiz at the end of the class to receive STARS credit in MERIT.  This class should take you approximately two hours to complete; you have until March 31\, 2026 to complete all of the content and pass the quiz.   \nThis training awards 2 STARS hours upon completion. \nAfter you register for this class\, you will be emailed instructions on how to access this class via Canvas within 2 business days.  Please note that your first confirmation email will not include those details.  You can email childcare@oppco.org with any questions you may have! \n@public
URL:https://www.ccanorthwest.org/training2/farm-to-ece-an-introduction-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:WAPM Implementando practicas inclusivas y equitativas del modelo de la piramide 1 + 2 (Pre-K)
DESCRIPTION:WAPM Implementando practicas inclusivas y equitativas del modelo de la piramide 1 + 2 (Pre-K)\n*FSKA Award/Incentivo elegible solo para propietarios de guarderías familiares. \nPara obtener una beca/subvención por haber completado esta capacitación sobre Cuidados informados por el trauma\, debe de tener un rol verificable y que se pueda confirmar en su trabajo\, y estar empleado por un proveedor subsidiario. Las becas y subvenciones se basan en el financiamiento disponible. \nLa capacitación\, Implementando prácticas inclusivas y equitativas del Modelo de la Pirámide\, está diseñado para enseñarles a proveedores a implementar las estrategias del Marco del Modelo de la Pirámide con niños y niñas en edad preescolar.\nLos participantes tendrán muchas oportunidades de reflexionar sobre sus prejuicios y valores. Además\, explorarán formas de asegurarse que sus prácticas de enseñanza sean culturalmente responsivas\, inclusivas e informadas por el trauma.\nLos participantes aprenderán estrategias para promover un personal efectivo\, lazos interpersonales enriquecedores y responsivos\, entornos de apoyo de alta calidad y apoyos sociales y emocionales enfocados. Adicionalmente\, los participantes examinarán diferentes maneras de forjar relaciones y colaborar con las familias. \nLa clase es de 6 a 8 pm\, en Zoom (online). Fechas:  \nAbril: 7\, 21 \nMayo: 5\, 19 \nJunio: 2\, 16\, 30 \nSTARS Hours: 14
URL:https://www.ccanorthwest.org/training2/wapm-implementando-practicas-inclusivas-y-equitativas-del-modelo-de-la-piramide-1-2-pre-k/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260428T180000
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SUMMARY:Schedules\, Routines\, and Transitions
DESCRIPTION:Predictability and engaging transitions reduce challenging behavior!  In this training\, early learning professionals will reflect on their daily schedule and routines\, and how those arrangements\, as well as the transitions between them\, can be planned to support children’s success.  This interactive training focuses on Pyramid Model tools and approaches\, including visual supports\, teaching specific skills\, and positive and predictable interactions.   \nTrainer : Allie Bishop \nDate: Tuesday April 28\, 6-8 pm\, online via zoom \n2 STARS / Clock Hours \n@public
URL:https://www.ccanorthwest.org/training2/schedules-routines-and-transitions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T180000
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SUMMARY:The Importance of Policies and Procedures
DESCRIPTION:To be successful in your business\, we need to establish a professional\, businesslike relationship with the parents of the children in your programs. This means we need to take care of yourself\, your staff and work seriously with parents of the children in your care as business clients\, including friends and relatives. We will look at what is required in your policies and procedures according the Washington Administrative Codes (WACs) and look at additional policies that you may want to add for your business based on your individual circumstances. This class will be in two evenings\, with homework between sessions\, giving you time to review and potentially change your policies\, or make them more clear for parents to understand. \nTuesdays May 7 + 21\, 6-8 pm \nTrainer: Julie Wasilewski \nSTARS Hours: 5 \n@public
URL:https://www.ccanorthwest.org/training2/the-importance-of-policies-and-procedures/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T180000
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SUMMARY:Teaching Problem Solving Skills
DESCRIPTION:This training gives early learning providers specific tools to help children learn to persevere and solve problems\, supporting their social skills and self-regulation. This training helps providers and teachers understand the steps and tools children need to learn to co-regulate and have success in an early leaning environment and beyond! \nThis is a FREE event\, offered with WELA.  The training will take place at the Ferndale Library  from 6-7 pm\, and are then invited to join for a social at Downtime Taps from 7-8 pm: refreshments provided! \nTrainer: Allie Bishop \nSTARS Hours: 1
URL:https://www.ccanorthwest.org/training2/teaching-problem-solving-skills/
LOCATION:Ferndale Library\, 2125 Main St\, Ferndale\, WA\, 98248\, United States
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SUMMARY:Positive Feedback and Reinforcement
DESCRIPTION:This training encourages early learning providers to use descriptive and positive feedback to support children’s understanding of behavior expectations.  Providers and teachers will learn about how we communicate expectations\, including limits\, in a variety of ways\, and ways to go beyond “good job” feedback to keep children on track!  This training includes Pyramid Model approaches. \nThis is a live\, virtual training\, offered on zoom. \nTrainer: Allie Bishop \nClock/STARS Hours: 2 \n@public
URL:https://www.ccanorthwest.org/training2/positive-feedback-and-reinforcement/
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Wonders: Integrating Nature and Pattern Recognition in Early Learning
DESCRIPTION:Step outside and learn with nature! \nThis hands-on training helps early childhood teachers use nature in their classrooms. You will learn how to help children find patterns and shapes in natural elements- like leaves\, flowers and trees. \nWe will play and explore together! You’ll see how to use what is outside to teach math in fun ways! \nYou’ll learn how to: \n• Help children recognize patterns in nature and increase observation skills\n• Bring nature into your learning space- no matter your location\n• Support learning for all ages and school settings \nNature is all around us- let’s use it to help children learn and grow! \nThis training will be outdoors rain or shine! Please wear appropriate clothing. There is also some walking\, as well as sitting on the ground: please bring a portable chair if you wish. \nTrainer: Elyssa Yunker \nSTARS Hours: 3 \nLocation: Jennings Park\, Marysville
URL:https://www.ccanorthwest.org/training2/outdoor-wonders-integrating-nature-and-pattern-recognition-in-early-learning-2/
LOCATION:Jennings Park\, Marysville\, 6915 Armar Road\, Marysville\, WA\, 98270\, United States
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