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  • Creating a Positive Workplace Culture in Early Childhood Programs

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    A positive workplace culture is the foundation for high-quality early childhood programs. In this training, educators will explore strategies to foster respect, trust, and collaboration of team members. Through interactive activities, group discussions and self-reflection, participants will identify ways to enhance morale, improve communication and create a supportive, inclusive environment for staff and children alike. […]

  • Creative Solutions: Take Another Look at Challenging Behaviors

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    This interactive training invites providers to reframe their perspective on challenging behaviors by exploring creative and respectful strategies that promote emotional safety, developmentally appropriate responses and stronger relationships. Through real-world scenarios, reflection and collaborative tools, participants will leave with practical techniques to better support the children in their care. Trainer: Marquita Myles, 4-C Infant Early Childhood […]

  • From Care to Connection: Strengthening Relationships in Family Child Care

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    Family Child Care providers already bring a wealth of care, commitment, and skill to the children they serve. In this training, we will build on that foundation by exploring the powerful connection between caregiving style and teaching style and how both influence the way we form meaningful relationships with children. Together, we’ll reflect on how […]

  • An Introduction to Contracts & Policies for Child Care Centers

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    Do you need to write your first contract and policy for your child care center? Do you have a contract and policy but are wondering if it has everything you need? In this workshop we will identify the difference between contracts and policies, give examples of what goes into contracts and policies, and apply the […]

  • What Does the Suspension/Expulsion Law Really Mean?

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    While the Illinois Suspension & Expulsion Bill has been around for many years, there are still questions in the field. In this training, we will discuss what was the Bill's intention, what it says, and how we use it in practice. Trainer: Dr. Anni Reinking Audience: All Providers 2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory Fee: Non […]

  • Rooted in Resilience: Growing Adult SEL (Social Emotional Learning) in Early Childhood Education

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    Early childhood educators play a critical role in shaping the social and emotional development of young children, but to do so effectively, they must first nurture their own well-being. This training explores the foundational role of adult social-emotional learning (SEL)-self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision making-as they relate to their roles as […]

  • An Introduction to Contracts & Policies for Family Child Care

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    Contracts and policies can be two of the most important documents to have in a program. Family child care providers who enforce well written contracts and policies may find they are able to eliminate potential conflicts with parents. This informative training will be a stepping stone for family child care providers looking to start or […]

  • Peaceful Resolutions: Conflict to Collaboration

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    Working in early childhood education requires strong teamwork, but even the most committed educator's can experience misunderstandings or tension with coworkers. This interactive training uses the principles of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to help educators address workplace conflicts with empathy, clarity, and respect. Participants will learn to express concerns without blame, listen to try to understand […]

  • How Trauma Impacts Young Children

    How Trauma Impacts Young Children
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    Children’s lives are directly impacted by exposure to traumatic events. By using a diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) lens, we can consider how these traumas are felt unequally across the diverse communities that childcare providers serve. We will examine trauma and resilience, screening tools, look at the research on the impacts of trauma, review […]

  • Let’s Get Cooking: Healthy Foods and Fun

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    Cooking in the classroom gives children the opportunity to learn many skills such as math, language, social-emotional, motor development and problem solving. The provision of healthy food in a child care program is essential for children’s growth and development. This zoom training will discuss hands-on ways to bring cooking into the classroom and incorporate healthy […]

  • How Trauma Impacts Young Children

    How Trauma Impacts Young Children
    Online Webinar

    Children’s lives are directly impacted by exposure to traumatic events. By using a diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) lens, we can consider how these traumas are felt unequally across the diverse communities that childcare providers serve. We will examine trauma and resilience, screening tools, look at the research on the impacts of trauma, review […]

  • Smart Start Workforce Grants Orientation for Child Care Centers

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    This orientation is a mandatory training to be able to apply for Smart Start Workforce Grants in FY26. This training seeks to provide licensed center-based programs with a comprehensive understanding of Smart Start Workforce Grants. The goal is to strengthen participants’ knowledge about the grants, including the required wage floor, application requirements, and the steps […]