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Upcoming Online Trainings
Contact Abbie Bibb, Training Coordinator, at abbie@mochildcareaware.org with any questions.
** Registration for training sessions listed below closes at 5:00pm the day before the training is scheduled to be held.
January 21st – January 31st
Creating a Socially and Emotionally Aware Classroom (SEFL 4)
What does a socially and emotionally aware classroom look like? In this training, we will examine some of the components of a socially and emotionally aware classroom. We will discuss temperament and strategies to engage children. In addition, emotional literacy is key to a socially and emotionally aware classroom. We will define emotional literacy and how to best develop it within your classroom.
CDA Subject Area III
Saturday, January 21st 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, January 23rd 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 Areas I & V
Tuesday, January 24th 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
Thursday, January 26th 6:30pm -8:30pm
Physical Development (EC 8)
In Physical Development, you will learn the milestones for fine and gross motor development in children two years old through five years old. This training will provide different ways to maintain a classroom that will enhance fine and gross motor development while identifying adaptations to physical motor activities and interactions to support diverse needs and abilities.
CDA Subject Area VIII
Thursday, January 26th 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
Monday, January 30th 6:30pm -8:30pm
Playing with a Purpose (EC 6)
Play is learning for everyone. A child’s day-to-day life is centered around play. Do you find yourself wondering why play is so important to a child’s development? Different types of play offer diverse developmental benefits to each child. Exercise developmentally appropriate practices by identifying different ways to support play in your classroom, and to help each child meet challenging and achievable learning goals through Playing with a Purpose.
CDA Subject Area I
Tuesday, January 31st 6:30pm -8:30pm
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