Family Relationships
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Healthy Families and Communities Using the 40 Developmental Assets
Online WebinarAn introduction to the 40 Developmental Assets that support positive youth development. Participants will learn and apply research regarding factors contributing to resilient youth and communities to reduce impacts of trauma on youth and families. Trainer: Shannon Kaecker, Clinical Director, Adventure Works Audience: All Providers 2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory Fee: Non 4-C Members: […]
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No Is A Full Sentence: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Professional Boundaries in Family Child Care
Online WebinarHaving a focus on professional boundaries can feel selfish at first, but they can help define professional relationships between you and the families you serve. We will focus on what professional boundaries entail, how they can get blurred, and how they are created and maintained over time. We will also discuss boundary violations and the […]
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What Does the Suspension and Expulsion Law Really Mean?
Online WebinarWhile the Illinois Suspension and Expulsion Bill has been around for many years, there are still questions in the field. In this training, we will discuss the Bill's intention, what it says, and how we use it in practice. Come with questions and experiences! You are welcome to send questions ahead of time to annw@four-c.org and […]
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It Takes A Village To Raise A Child: Effectively Connecting With Parents and Families
Online WebinarSchools and families have essential roles to play in promoting children's positive development and academic performance. When parents and educators work together as partners, they create important opportunities for children to develop social, emotional, and academic competencies. Trainer: Marquita Myles, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant Audience: All Providers 2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: […]
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Preventing Suspensions and Expulsions
Online WebinarNo one wants to suspend or expel a child from their program. The goal is to find ways to help children to be successful, ensure a safe environment, and help you feel empowered as childcare providers. Together we'll consider the impact of their relationships, environment, schedule, and interactions on children's behavior as well as the […]
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Preventing Suspensions and Expulsions
Online WebinarNo one wants to suspend or expel a child from their program. The goal is to find ways to help children to be successful, ensure a safe environment, and help you feel empowered as childcare providers. Together we'll consider the impact of their relationships, environment, schedule, and interactions on children's behavior as well as the […]
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Trauma in Early Childhood: How Does it Affect Children in Your Care?
Online WebinarParticipants will learn how trauma affects the developing brain. The way the brain is affected often reveals how and why a child may react or interact in a particular way, after experiencing the trauma. Caregivers will be involved in a discussion about their knowledge of trauma and how to best support children in their program […]
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Trauma in Early Childhood: How Does it Affect Children in Your Care?
Online WebinarParticipants will learn how trauma affects the developing brain. The way the brain is affected often reveals how and why a child may react or interact in a particular way, after experiencing the trauma. Caregivers will be involved in a discussion about their knowledge of trauma and how to best support children in their program […]
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RESCHEDULED: Family Fellowship: Engaging in Genuine Partnerships
Online WebinarFamily partnerships in early childhood education need to be ongoing, reciprocal, respectful, and inclusive. These partnerships can support a child’s well-being and educational progress and benefits both teachers and families alike. In this training, we will discuss the importance of family partnerships and how it benefits children, families, and teachers. We will also learn how […]
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Open Hearts, Open Minds: Challenging Bias in Early Childhood
Online WebinarDuring this training we will discuss the formation of implicit and explicit biases. We will focus on the potential negative impact of bias on the way one perceives and communicates with co-workers, children and parents in the early childhood setting. The intention of the training is to build self-awareness of personal bias and to heighten […]
