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SUMMARY:Open Hearts\, Open Minds: Challenging Bias in Early Childhood
DESCRIPTION:During 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 sensitivity to the lasting damage it can introduce into the early childhood classroom. \nTrainer: Andrea Cossey\, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C  Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/open-hearts-open-minds-challenging-bias-in-early-childhood/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Curriculum Planning,Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED:  Family Fellowship: Engaging in Genuine Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Family 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 to encourage genuine partnerships and share successes and challenges to discover how to best support children and families. \nTrainer: Jennifer Schwartz\, 4-C Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator \nAudience: All Providers \nLevel of Learning: Intermediate; 2 Training Hours \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/family-fellowship-engaging-in-genuine-partnerships/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar
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SUMMARY:Trauma in Early Childhood: How Does it Affect Children in Your Care?
DESCRIPTION:Participants 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 who may have endured traumatic experiences. If you have taken a training with a similar title with Andrea\, you will still be provided with new information. Participants must attend both sessions to receive credit. \nTrainer: Andrea Cossey\, 4-C Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience:  All Providers \n4 Learning Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/trauma-in-early-childhood-how-does-it-affect-children-in-your-care-2/2024-10-23/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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SUMMARY:Trauma in Early Childhood: How Does it Affect Children in Your Care?
DESCRIPTION:Participants 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 who may have endured traumatic experiences. If you have taken a training with a similar title with Andrea\, you will still be provided with new information. Participants must attend both sessions to receive credit. \nTrainer: Andrea Cossey\, 4-C Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience:  All Providers \n4 Learning Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/trauma-in-early-childhood-how-does-it-affect-children-in-your-care-2/2024-10-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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SUMMARY:Preventing Suspensions and Expulsions
DESCRIPTION:No 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 role of implicit bias. Utilizing scenarios and small group discussion\, we will reflect on ways you can apply the Steps to Prevent Suspensions/Expulsions tool in order to build your capacity and respond to children and their families with wisdom and compassion\, and how when to seek help from outside sources.  **Must attend both sessions to receive credit** \nTrainer: Andrea Cossey\, 4-C Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/preventing-suspensions-and-expulsions/2024-05-28/
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SUMMARY:Preventing Suspensions and Expulsions
DESCRIPTION:No 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 role of implicit bias. Utilizing scenarios and small group discussion\, we will reflect on ways you can apply the Steps to Prevent Suspensions/Expulsions tool in order to build your capacity and respond to children and their families with wisdom and compassion\, and how when to seek help from outside sources.  **Must attend both sessions to receive credit** \nTrainer: Andrea Cossey\, 4-C Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/preventing-suspensions-and-expulsions/2024-05-14/
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CATEGORIES:Child Development,Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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SUMMARY:It Takes A Village To Raise A Child: Effectively Connecting With Parents and Families
DESCRIPTION:Schools 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. \nTrainer: Marquita Myles\, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/it-takes-a-village-to-raise-a-child-effectively-connecting-with-parents-and-families/
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CATEGORIES:Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar
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SUMMARY:What Does the Suspension and Expulsion Law Really Mean?
DESCRIPTION:While 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 they will be forwarded to the trainer. \nTrainer:  Dr. Anni Reinking\, Lead at Reinking Education Consulting \nAudience: All Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/what-does-the-suspension-and-expulsion-law-really-mean/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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SUMMARY:No Is A Full Sentence:  Creating and Maintaining Healthy Professional Boundaries in Family Child Care
DESCRIPTION:Having 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 balance between being a teacher and a member of a shared community with your families. \nTrainer: Jennifer Schwartz\, 4-C Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator \nAudience: Family Child Care Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/no-is-a-full-sentence-creating-and-maintaining-healthy-professional-boundaries-in-family-child-care/
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CATEGORIES:Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar
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SUMMARY:Healthy Families and Communities Using the 40 Developmental Assets
DESCRIPTION:An 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. \nTrainer: Shannon Kaecker\, Clinical Director\, Adventure Works \nAudience: All Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/healthy-families-and-communities-using-the-40-developmental-assets/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Child Development,Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar
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