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If you would like SPARK to participate in your meeting, conference or event drop us a line at the form below!

Week of Feb 20th

  • Safe Sleep Practices: Reducing Sudden Unexpected Infant Death and Implementation in Child Care Settings Module 1 and 2 Face to Face (DUBOIS COUNTY)

    Safe Sleep Practices: Reducing Sudden Unexpected Infant Death and Implementation in Child Care Settings Module 1 and 2 Face to Face (DUBOIS COUNTY)


    February 20, 2023

    Presentation Date  2/20/2023 6:15 PM - 8:15 PM

    Location Hummingbird Daycare Ministry, 205 2nd Ave, Holland, IN 47541

    Face to Face training: Double-check the LOCATION of the session before registering!

    We know that safe sleep practices are critical for the well-being of infants in our early childhood programs. This two-hour, introductory, face-to-face course explains how to reduce the risk of sleep-related deaths and how to implement safe sleep practices in infant classrooms. This professional development session satisfies the State of Indiana requirement for infant caregivers.

    First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.

    Registration Link

  • SPARK! Helping Dual Language Learners Comprehend and Participate More (Virtual)

    SPARK! Helping Dual Language Learners Comprehend and Participate More (Virtual)


    February 21, 2023

    This training will engage participants in a review of the Five Stages of Second Language Acquisition and focuses on three main concepts of learning: the Affective Filter, Comprehensible Input, and Receptive Language vs Expressive Language. Participants will be provided a variety of practical strategies that are designed to support the coaching of teachers, on providing equitable educational opportunities for dual language learners across the instructional day.

    First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.

    Registration Link

    Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. Resources to Increase Family Engagement and Promote Developmental Monitoring and Screening presented by Stephan Viehweg (Virtual)

    Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. Resources to Increase Family Engagement and Promote Developmental Monitoring and Screening presented by Stephan Viehweg (Virtual)


    February 21, 2023

    This training will be presented by Stephan Viehweg, LCSW, ACSW, IMH-E®, CYC-P

    This virtual training opportunity will be offered on developmental and mental health topics which include Learn the Signs Act Early (LTSAE), developmental screening tools, and how to use these tools with families in their care.

    3 CEU's will be awarded for attending this training.

    First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.

    Registration Link

    Lakeshore®: Pyramid Model Series Part 1- Setting Children Up for Success & Targeted Social Emotional Supports (Face to Face) Allen County

    Lakeshore®: Pyramid Model Series Part 1- Setting Children Up for Success & Targeted Social Emotional Supports (Face to Face) Allen County


    February 21, 2023

    Face to Face training: Double-check the LOCATION of the session before registering!

    In this session, we will dive into tier 1 and tier 2 of the Pyramid Model to gain a better understanding of how to set children up for success and how to proactively teach social emotional literacy, rather than being reactive to unwanted behaviors. We will begin by discussing the components of a high-quality supportive environment, and how to ensure that our classroom is set up with those as the foundation. We will take the time to evaluate our classroom environment, and plan for any needed changes. We will also learn the importance of developing nurturing and responsive relationships with each child in the classroom, as a safe, secure relationships are the foundation to learning.

    This training is presented through a partnership between SPARK Learning Lab and Lakeshore®. All attendees will receive a materials kit to use with the children in your program!

    Location This is an IN-PERSON training! Bridges of Grace 5100 Gaywood Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46806
    County Allen

    First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.

    Registration Link

  • Business Live Resource: How Can I Create an Effective Sales and Marketing Plan? (Virtual)

    Business Live Resource: How Can I Create an Effective Sales and Marketing Plan? (Virtual)


    February 22, 2023

    Join Civitas Early Start to learn how to develop a successful marketing plan to promote your child care business.. No certificate will be awarded for this Live Resource session.

    First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.

    Registration Link

    Safe Sleep Practices: Reducing Sudden Unexpected Infant Death and Implementation in Child Care Settings Module 1 and 2 Live Webinar

    Safe Sleep Practices: Reducing Sudden Unexpected Infant Death and Implementation in Child Care Settings Module 1 and 2 Live Webinar


    February 22, 2023

    We know that safe sleep practices are critical for the well-being of infants in our early childhood programs. This two-hour, introductory, webinar course explains how to reduce the risk of sleep-related deaths and how to implement safe sleep practices in infant classrooms. This professional development session satisfies the State of Indiana requirement for infant caregivers.

    First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.

    Registration Link

  • Recurso en Vivo: ¿Cómo puedo crear un plan de ventas y mercadeo eficaz?/ Business Live Resource: Civitas How Can I Create an Effective Sales and Marketing Plan? (Spanish)

    Recurso en Vivo: ¿Cómo puedo crear un plan de ventas y mercadeo eficaz?/ Business Live Resource: Civitas How Can I Create an Effective Sales and Marketing Plan? (Spanish)


    February 23, 2023

    Únase a Civitas Early Start para aprender cómo desarrollar un plan de mercadeo exitoso para promover su negocio de cuidado infantíl.. No se otorgará un certificado para esta sesión.

    Join Civitas Early Start to learn how to develop a successful marketing plan to promote your child care business. No certificate will be awarded for this Live Resource session.

    First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.

    Registration Link

    SPARK! Diminishing Mental Health Stigma (Virtual)

    SPARK! Diminishing Mental Health Stigma (Virtual)


    February 23, 2023

    The adverse effects of the stigma associated with mental health can increase risk factors and create barriers for individuals to connect with others, ask for help and seek professional care. Acknowledging the impact of the stigma will help you as a leader to create a more conscious, inclusive, and supportive environment in your program. Enhance your mental health literacy by learning best practices to reduce mental health stigma and promote mental health awareness that will benefit and support your team and families.

    First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.

    Registration Link

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