Schedules, Routines, and Transitions
2026-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
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.
Trainer : Allie Bishop
Date: Tuesday April 28, 6-8 pm, online via zoom
2 STARS / Clock Hours
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Teaching Problem Solving Skills
2026-05-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Ferndale Library, 2125 Main St, Ferndale, WA, 98248, United States
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 self-regulate and have success in an early learning environment and beyond!
This 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!
Trainer: Allie Bishop
STARS Hours: 1

Positive Feedback and Reinforcement
2026-05-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
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.
This is a live, virtual training, offered on zoom.
Trainer: Allie Bishop
Clock/STARS Hours: 2
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Outdoor Wonders: Integrating Nature and Pattern Recognition in Early Learning
2026-05-30 09:30 - 12:30 | Jennings Park, Marysville, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville, WA, 98270, United States
Step outside and learn with nature!
This 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.
We will play and explore together! You’ll see how to use what is outside to teach math in fun ways!
You’ll learn how to:
• Help children recognize patterns in nature and increase observation skills
• Bring nature into your learning space- no matter your location
• Support learning for all ages and school settings
Nature is all around us- let’s use it to help children learn and grow!
This 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.
Trainer: Elyssa Yunker
STARS Hours: 3
Location: Jennings Park, Marysville

Farm to ECE: An Introduction
2026-07-01 00:00 - 2026-09-30 00:00 | Virtual: Canvas
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.
In this self-paced online training, you will learn about:

Farm to ECE, and how it connects to meet CACFP standards and best practices
Experience-based learning in the classroom, garden, and community
Starting and maintaining a garden, and connecting with local food sources
Engaging families, staff, and the community in your Farm to ECE activities

Please 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 September 30, 2026 to complete all of the content and pass the quiz.
This training awards 2 STARS hours upon completion.
After 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!
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NW Early Achievers Orientation: Afternoon Session
2026-07-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Virutal: TEAMS
This session is a great opportunity for both new and current providers to ask questions, better understand requirements, and explore how Early Achievers can support your program’s growth and success. Please note: This session is for informational purposes only. STARS hours will not be awarded. This is intended for providers in the Northwest (NW) Region only.
During this session, participants will:

Learn how Early Achievers works, including levels and expectations
Understand the benefits of participation for both providers and families
Explore available supports, including coaching and financial incentives
Learn how to get started or move forward within the Early Achievers system

This session will be held on Teams typically on the third Thursday of every month. If an evening session would work better for your schedule, please return to our calendar and select the evening course instead.
You are currently registering for the afternoon session:
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
A Teams invitation and meeting link will be emailed to you before the session, so please review the instructions carefully beforehand.

NW Early Achievers Orientation: Evening Session
2026-07-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Virutal: TEAMS
This session is a great opportunity for both new and current providers to ask questions, better understand requirements, and explore how Early Achievers can support your program’s growth and success. Please note: This session is for informational purposes only. STARS hours will not be awarded. This is intended for providers in the Northwest (NW) Region only.
During this session, participants will:

Learn how Early Achievers works, including levels and expectations
Understand the benefits of participation for both providers and families
Explore available supports, including coaching and financial incentives
Learn how to get started or move forward within the Early Achievers system

This session will be held on Teams typically on the third Thursday of every month. If an afternoon session would work better for your schedule, please return to our calendar and select the afternoon course instead.
You are currently registering for the evening session:
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
A Teams invitation and meeting link will be emailed to you before the session, so please review the instructions carefully beforehand.

Using Music to Foster Joyful Learning, Connection, and Positive Classroom Communities
2026-08-06 18:00 - 20:00 | BAAY, 1059 N State Street, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Music is a powerful and joyful tool for supporting young children’s learning, development, and sense of belonging. In this interactive professional development session, educators will explore practical ways to use music, movement, rhythm, and creative expression to enrich routines, ease transitions, support classroom management, and foster positive learning communities.

Grounded in active, hands-on learning, this training invites participants to experience music from a child’s perspective through singing, movement, instrument play, finger plays, and collaborative participation. Expect an energetic session where we’ll motor around in our pretend vehicles, hand-clap and high-five with partners, drum our feelings, tap rhythm sticks, and create rich musical experiences together. Along the way, educators will discover how music supports language, cognitive, motor, and social-emotional development while fostering creativity and self-expression.

Designed for educators of all musical backgrounds—no musical “talent” required!—participants will leave with ready-to-use songs, chants, activities, and practical strategies to create joyful, engaging, and musically rich learning environments. Join us for a playful, inspiring experience!

This free, in-person training will be facilitated by Audrey Schwind of Music Together Fairhaven. Please note that this training is not offered for STARS hours. This training will also be video recorded for submission to both DCYF and Music Together, and participants will sign a photo release for the training.
