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Social & Emotional Foundations for Learning (SEFL)

Relationships are Key (SEFL 1)

Relationships are the foundation of who we are and our connection to humanity. As infants, our relationships with adults taught us how to interact with others, our perceived value to others, and how to react to stressful situations. Relationships are Key will look at the importance of relationships to young children and how, as educators, we can build and strengthen relationships with the children in our classrooms to form a firm foundation by which all other skills are built.

CDA Subject Area III

Thursday, May 5th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Strategies for Teaching Social and Emotional Skills (SEFL 5)

The challenging part of implementing strategies for teaching children social and emotional skills is that what may work one day with one child may not work the next day, and what is effective for Miguel is not effective for Daisy. One size does not fit all. This training will provide calming strategies and strategies for teaching children about emotions, empathy, and building friendships.

CDA Subject Area III

Wednesday, May 11th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Building Emotional Well-Being and Social Competence in Children (SEFL 2)

A strong foundation of social and emotional skills is key to a child’s development in other areas. A child having the ability to self-regulate, play well with others, and resolve conflicts supports that child’s opportunity to be happy, confident, and eager to learn about the world around them. This session will focus on why a child’s social and emotional development is important. We will also discuss executive functions and look at strategies to support self-regulation.

CDA Subject Area III

Thursday, May 12th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

The Importance of Self Care (SEFL 6)

Caring for and educating young children is very rewarding yet very hard work. Most days, you are exhausted at the end of the day when it is time to take on the responsibilities of your personal life. For all the support and care you give each day to the children and families, you need to care for yourself. You cannot pour into others from an empty cup. During this session, we will look at the importance of self-care and why resilience in adults is key to caring for young children. We will discuss strategies to build your resiliency and keep your cup full to pour into others.

CDA Subject Area III

Wednesday, May 18th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Strong Family, Strong Children (SEFL 3)

In Social and Emotional Foundations for Learning: Strong Families, Strong Children, you will learn: How to define the benefits of strong family relationships and to identify and define each of the 5 Protective Factors.

CDA Subject Area III

Monday, May 23rd 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Basic Knowledge Curriculum: Early Childhood (BKC EC)

Promoting Cultural Awareness (EC 17)

When attending Promoting Cultural Awareness, educators will learn to define what influences culture, define the 3 A's of Communication, and how to utilize them in their work with children. We will also be diving into what culturally responsive teaching is and how to apply the principle within the classroom.

CDA Subject Area IV

Monday, May 9th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Guiding Children’s Behavior (EC 5)

In Child Safety & Routine Care, you will learn: The steps in proper handwashing; To identify the steps in proper diapering procedure; How to identify readiness signs of toilet learning; The definition of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) and identify behaviors that increase the risk of it; The elements and be able to discuss the safe sleep policy.

CDA Subject Areas II & III

Tuesday, May 10th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Language & Communication Development (EC 9)

In Language & Communication Development, you will learn: To List the four characteristics of language, how to explain strategies to support language and communication development and be able to identify adaptations to language and communication development activities and interactions to support diverse needs and abilities.

CDA Subject Area VIII

Saturday, May 14th 9:30am – 11:30am

Routines, Rituals, & Schedules (EC 7)

Why is it important to have a daily schedule? How do routines and rituals fit into your schedule? By understanding the importance of the child’s needs and interests when developing a daily schedule, transitions and activities are much easier. There are key differences between routines, rituals, and schedules that are important for each child and that support social and emotional development. Fit us in your schedule and join us for Routines, Rituals, & Schedules! 

CDA Subject Area I

Monday, May 16th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Positive Interactions with Children (EC 1)

Does your child care program foster critical and creative thinking? Are you able to identify adult behavior that leads to sensitive, respectful adult-child interactions? Positive Interactions with Children outlines the importance of caring for children based on positive, warm, and nurturing relationships. Support early development and learning by understanding the benefits children receive through positive interactions.  

CDA Subject Area III

Tuesday, May 17th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Healthy Eating (EC 14)

During this Healthy Eating training, educators will learn the role that nutrition plays in promoting wellness in children and be able to identify basic guidelines of nutritious meals. Educators will also learn strategies to promote nutrition and healthy eating practices with families.

CDA Subject Area I & V

Wednesday, May 18th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Emergency Planning (EC 19)

Emergency Planning will equip you with the knowledge you need to plan for any type of emergency, including intruders, earthquakes, missing, lost, or abducted children. Discover ways to keep children calm and engaged during an emergency. Set your child care program up for success through emergency planning and by knowing how to outline your emergency procedure when onboarding new staff. Are you prepared?

CDA Subject Area I & V

Thursday, May 19th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

An Introduction to Homelessness in Early Childhood (EC 20)

In An Introduction to Homelessness in Early Childhood, we will define the basics of homelessness related to early childhood. We will examine the federal definition of homelessness, review the data, and discuss the effects of being homeless on young children.

CDA Subject Area I

Monday, May 23rd 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Basic Knowledge Curriculum: Infant & Toddler (BKC IT)

What Infants and Toddlers are Telling Us (IT 4)

What have the infants or toddlers you work with told you today? Did you know that infants “talk” through crying and other non-verbal communications? While infants and toddlers cannot speak with words, they do communicate in many other ways. Learn how these cues form the foundation of language development. Learn how temperament, challenging behaviors, and cultural traditions can shape how an infant or toddler will communicate. This session will also share how to discover the communication and meaning of behaviors, such as biting and tantrums.

CDA Subject Area IV

Wednesday, May 4th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Developmentally Appropriate Practices for Infants and Toddlers (IT 1)

Are you delivering high-quality infant and toddler care in your classroom, center, or family child care home? How do you know? From this workshop, you will learn the importance of developmentally appropriate practices with infants and toddlers and the ten components related to high-quality child care. You will learn how to reinforce the healthy development of infants and toddlers through consistent routines, primary caregivers, and responsive care. After this workshop, you will know what it means to provide high-quality, inclusive care for our youngest children.

CDA Subject Area I

Saturday, May 14th 11:30am – 1:30pm

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