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  • CANCELLED- SPARK- Live Resource: Ask a Nurse

    CANCELLED- SPARK- Live Resource: Ask a Nurse

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    March 1, 2022

    This live resource will give you a chance to have a Q&A session with Nancy M Ward, BSN, RN-BC, CDDN Chief Nurse Consultant from the Office of Early Childhood & Out of School Learning and department of the Indiana Family and Social Service Administration. No certificate is awarded.

    Please register here:

    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckdOugqzwrGtBSX1_V81nH_haWJfIRn098

  • SPARK- Farm to Early Childhood Education Learning Series - Part 1: School Gardens- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Farm to Early Childhood Education Learning Series - Part 1: School Gardens- Live Webinar

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    March 2, 2022

    The Farm to Early Childhood Education Learning Series will take ECE staff through a general overview and greater detail into the three pillars of Farm to School: school gardens, ag and nutrition education, and local procurement. Each topical session will look at the what, where, why, and how and provide case study examples of Indiana ECE centers participating in Farm to School activities. Each session will leave time for Q&A and the presenters will provide a list of resources for each topic area.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
    CANCELLED- SPARK- Safe Sleep Practices- Face to Face (Lake County)

    CANCELLED- SPARK- Safe Sleep Practices- Face to Face (Lake County)

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    March 2, 2022

    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.

    Location:
    Geminus Corporation
    8400 Louisiana Street
    Merrillville, IN 46410

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
  • SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

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    March 7, 2022 – March 14, 2022

    Interpret your business’ balance, income, and cash flow statements to promote financial sustainability. Implement internal controls to minimize risks to your family child care business. Practice how to use financial statements to inform your decisions as a business owner. Ultimately, improving the outcomes for the children you serve. This 3-hour training is offered in 2 sessions of 1.5 hours each. You must complete both sessions to earn a certificate.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
  • SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

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    March 7, 2022 – March 14, 2022

    Interpret your business’ balance, income, and cash flow statements to promote financial sustainability. Implement internal controls to minimize risks to your family child care business. Practice how to use financial statements to inform your decisions as a business owner. Ultimately, improving the outcomes for the children you serve. This 3-hour training is offered in 2 sessions of 1.5 hours each. You must complete both sessions to earn a certificate.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
    CANCELADO- SPARK- El Poder de PPAR-Capacitación Nivel 1- Web en Vivo

    CANCELADO- SPARK- El Poder de PPAR-Capacitación Nivel 1- Web en Vivo

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    March 8, 2022

    El poder de PPAR es un enfoque nuevo de participación familiar para entusiasmar a las familias con lo que estás haciendo en tus aulas todos los días! El poder de PPAR se creó en colaboración entre SPARK, Acelero Learning y Shine Early Learning. Esta es la primera capacitación de una serie de tres sesiones cronológicas para el desarrollo de proveedores en Indiana que van a usar las interacciones de padre-hijo(a) PPAR con las familias en sus programas de educación infantil.

    OECOSL- Communicable Diseases in Childcare - Prevention to Policy- Live Webinar

    OECOSL- Communicable Diseases in Childcare - Prevention to Policy- Live Webinar

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    March 8, 2022

    The Communicable Disease webinar gives the participant insight into the most common communicable diseases found in child care. We will talk about causes, symptoms, when they are transmissible, and whether children need to be excluded. We will also talk about the best way to prevent their occurrence.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
  • SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

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    March 7, 2022 – March 14, 2022

    Interpret your business’ balance, income, and cash flow statements to promote financial sustainability. Implement internal controls to minimize risks to your family child care business. Practice how to use financial statements to inform your decisions as a business owner. Ultimately, improving the outcomes for the children you serve. This 3-hour training is offered in 2 sessions of 1.5 hours each. You must complete both sessions to earn a certificate.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
    SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Centers, Ministries, & Schools Module 1: Budgets, Projections, and Planning- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Centers, Ministries, & Schools Module 1: Budgets, Projections, and Planning- Live Webinar

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    March 9, 2022

    Strengthen your knowledge of fiscal terms, concepts, and best practices for business sustainability. Learn strategies to incorporate fiscal processes into manageable steps. Design or revise your current budget so that it meets the specific needs of your business. Ultimately, improving the outcomes for children you serve. This 3-hour training will be offered in 2 sessions of 1.5 hours each. You must complete both sessions to earn a certificate.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
  • SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

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    March 7, 2022 – March 14, 2022

    Interpret your business’ balance, income, and cash flow statements to promote financial sustainability. Implement internal controls to minimize risks to your family child care business. Practice how to use financial statements to inform your decisions as a business owner. Ultimately, improving the outcomes for the children you serve. This 3-hour training is offered in 2 sessions of 1.5 hours each. You must complete both sessions to earn a certificate.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
    SPARK- Serving Families and Children Experiencing Homelessness- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Serving Families and Children Experiencing Homelessness- Live Webinar

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    March 10, 2022

    This webinar will explain how to identify families who are homeless and discuss new state policy regarding CCDF eligibility. Providers will be able to support the social emotional needs of children experiencing homelessness.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
    OECOSL- Universal Precautions- Live Webinar

    OECOSL- Universal Precautions- Live Webinar

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    March 10, 2022

    Universal precautions training is required for all staff working in regulated child care programs. Early childhood professionals need to be knowledgeable about how to prevent disease transmission in the early childhood setting, including those spread through contact with blood and other potentially infectious bodily fluids. Universal precautions are measures taken in order to safely handle bodily fluids, blood, and airborne secretions to reduce the chance of infection and transmission of diseases to staff or children in child care settings.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
    SPARK- Farm to Early Childhood Education Learning Series - Part 2: Agriculture & Nutrition Education- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Farm to Early Childhood Education Learning Series - Part 2: Agriculture & Nutrition Education- Live Webinar

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    March 10, 2022

    The Farm to Early Childhood Education Learning Series will take ECE staff through a general overview and greater detail into the three pillars of Farm to School: school gardens, ag and nutrition education, and local procurement. Each topical session will look at the what, where, why, and how and provide case study examples of Indiana ECE centers participating in Farm to School activities. Each session will leave time for Q&A and the presenters will provide a list of resources for each topic area.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
    SPARK- Paths to QUALITY Introduction- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Paths to QUALITY Introduction- Live Webinar

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    March 10, 2022

    The Paths to QUALITY™(PTQ) Introduction Session is designed to provide you with all the information you will need in order to participate in Indiana’s quality rating and improvement system. You will learn about the four levels of participation, the enrollment process, mentoring options, rater visits, incentives and awards. This webinar is for the administrators/owners of licensed child care programs (or unlicensed registered child care ministries who have completed the Voluntary Certification Program) who are interested in enrolling their program in PTQ OR child care providers who are considering becoming licensed and plan to enroll in PTQ. Participating in this training MEETS the requirement to enroll in PTQ. This training DOES NOT meet in-service hours for PTQ. This training DOES meet in-service hours for licensing.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
  • SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

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    March 7, 2022 – March 14, 2022

    Interpret your business’ balance, income, and cash flow statements to promote financial sustainability. Implement internal controls to minimize risks to your family child care business. Practice how to use financial statements to inform your decisions as a business owner. Ultimately, improving the outcomes for the children you serve. This 3-hour training is offered in 2 sessions of 1.5 hours each. You must complete both sessions to earn a certificate.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
  • SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

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    March 7, 2022 – March 14, 2022

    Interpret your business’ balance, income, and cash flow statements to promote financial sustainability. Implement internal controls to minimize risks to your family child care business. Practice how to use financial statements to inform your decisions as a business owner. Ultimately, improving the outcomes for the children you serve. This 3-hour training is offered in 2 sessions of 1.5 hours each. You must complete both sessions to earn a certificate.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
    Cancelado- SPARK- El Poder de PPAR-Capacitación Nivel 1- fas te fas

    Cancelado- SPARK- El Poder de PPAR-Capacitación Nivel 1- fas te fas

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    March 12, 2022

    El poder de PPAR es un enfoque nuevo de participación familiar para entusiasmar a las familias con lo que estás haciendo en tus aulas todos los días! El poder de PPAR se creó en colaboración entre SPARK, Acelero Learning y Shine Early Learning. Esta es la primera capacitación de una serie de tres sesiones cronológicas para el desarrollo de proveedores en Indiana que van a usar las interacciones de padre-hijo(a) PPAR con las familias en sus programas de educación infantil.

    Drury Plaza Hotel
    9625 N. Meridian Street
    Indianapolis, IN 46290

  • SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

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    March 7, 2022 – March 14, 2022

    Interpret your business’ balance, income, and cash flow statements to promote financial sustainability. Implement internal controls to minimize risks to your family child care business. Practice how to use financial statements to inform your decisions as a business owner. Ultimately, improving the outcomes for the children you serve. This 3-hour training is offered in 2 sessions of 1.5 hours each. You must complete both sessions to earn a certificate.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
  • SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Homes Module 2: Financial Reports and Internal Controls- Live Webinar

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    March 7, 2022 – March 14, 2022

    Interpret your business’ balance, income, and cash flow statements to promote financial sustainability. Implement internal controls to minimize risks to your family child care business. Practice how to use financial statements to inform your decisions as a business owner. Ultimately, improving the outcomes for the children you serve. This 3-hour training is offered in 2 sessions of 1.5 hours each. You must complete both sessions to earn a certificate.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
    SPARK- BLG Live Resource: 25% wage and benefit increase

    SPARK- BLG Live Resource: 25% wage and benefit increase

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    March 14, 2022

    Explore the Build, Learn, Grow Grant agreement, investing at least 25% of awarded funds toward increasing staff wages or benefits. Identify temporary and permanent wage and benefit increases to promote your business's sustainability.

    Please register here:
    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-6upz4pGNP4zoCRgKE18flxrztffEPc

     

  • SPARK- El Poder de PPAR-Capacitación Nivel 1- Web en Vivo

    SPARK- El Poder de PPAR-Capacitación Nivel 1- Web en Vivo

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    March 15, 2022

    El poder de PPAR es un enfoque nuevo de participación familiar para entusiasmar a las familias con lo que estás haciendo en tus aulas todos los días! El poder de PPAR se creó en colaboración entre SPARK, Acelero Learning y Shine Early Learning. Esta es la primera capacitación de una serie de tres sesiones cronológicas para el desarrollo de proveedores en Indiana que van a usar las interacciones de padre-hijo(a) PPAR con las familias en sus programas de educación infantil.

     

  • SPARK- Internal Systems- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Internal Systems- Live Webinar

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    March 16, 2022

    Internal systems are used to determine the process, the resources, and the people involved with all business activities. Choosing a method for documentation, storage, and maintenance for your staff's education and training is one example of an internal system. Learn the critical components of a well-implemented internal system that supports you in meeting quality assurance requirements for your program. Evaluate your current practices related to internal systems so that you can align them with your leadership style and the needs of your program.
    The content in this training is intended for program leaders or educators who wish to build leadership skills.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
  • SPARK- Farm to Early Childhood Education Learning Series - Part 3: Procurement- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Farm to Early Childhood Education Learning Series - Part 3: Procurement- Live Webinar

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    March 17, 2022

    The Farm to Early Childhood Education Learning Series will take ECE staff through a general overview and greater detail into the three pillars of Farm to School: school gardens, ag and nutrition education, and local procurement. Each topical session will look at the what, where, why, and how and provide case study examples of Indiana ECE centers participating in Farm to School activities. Each session will leave time for Q&A and the presenters will provide a list of resources for each topic area.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
  • SPARK- BLG Live Resource: Facility Fees, Maintenance and Improvements Category

    SPARK- BLG Live Resource: Facility Fees, Maintenance and Improvements Category

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    March 18, 2022

    Explore the Facility Fees, Maintenance, and Improvement Allowable Expense Category for Build, Learn, Grow Stabilization Grants. Identify how you may use grant funds for expenses required to pay for, maintain or improve your facility to get the most out of your stabilization funds.

    Please register here:
    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtf-2vpjMpH9L4uzWNP_AG8rcALCOu5XuM

  • SPARK- Virtual Learning Forum: School Gardens

    SPARK- Virtual Learning Forum: School Gardens

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    March 23, 2022

    In this presentation, Indiana Department of Health, Purdue University Extension, and New Beginnings Daycare will walk participants through the development, maintenance, and educational uses of ECE Gardens. We will hear from two extension professionals who have engaged with the Junior Master Gardener curriculum and a former center director on the implementation, usage, and benefits of a garden space.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
  • SPARK- Live Resource: Indiana Core Knowledge and Competencies Update

    SPARK- Live Resource: Indiana Core Knowledge and Competencies Update

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    March 24, 2022

    The Third Edition of Indiana’s Core Knowledge and Competencies for Early Childhood, School-Age, and Youth Professionals is now available. The Core Knowledge and Competencies were revised through the lens of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging and encompasses the latest research in early education. This updated interactive version encourages early childhood educators and leaders to participate in self-reflection, introspection, and conversation to self-assess their competencies, knowledge, and skills. Plan the next steps of your own professional development journey with our updated PDF. No certificate is awarded for this Live Resource session.

    Register here:
    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sceqhpj4pGtxHq2EBPiRgsuPj-yA1T33F

    Stewards of Children- Darkness to Light: End Child Sexual Abuse- Live Webinar

    Stewards of Children- Darkness to Light: End Child Sexual Abuse- Live Webinar

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    March 24, 2022

    Stewards of Children® is a child sexual abuse prevention program developed by the national organization Darkness to Light. This program educates adults to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. This training program is designed for parents and any adults who work with children or adolescents. Stewards of Children is the only program available to the public scientifically proven to increase knowledge, improve attitudes and change child-protective behaviors. Over 2 million adults across 76 countries have been trained in Stewards of Children, making it one of the most widely used child sexual abuse prevention training for adults.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
  • SPARK- Help Me Get Unstuck! Emotion-Focused and Problem-Focused Coping Skills for School-Age Children- Live Webinar

    SPARK- Help Me Get Unstuck! Emotion-Focused and Problem-Focused Coping Skills for School-Age Children- Live Webinar

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    March 31, 2022

    Without healthy coping skills, children are likely to act out—essentially sending a message that says, “I feel out of control so I’m going to act out of control.” School-Age children who don’t know how to deal with their feelings also are more likely to turn to unhealthy coping strategies. This training will focus on how to recognize frustration behaviors in school-age children and how to model coping skills for school-age children.

    Please register on Indiana Learning Paths:

    1. Login or create an account at ilead.in.gov
    2. Click "Start Your Indiana Learning Path"
    3. Choose "Courses" on the left side
    4. Search for the course you wish to register for in the top search bar
    SPARK- Recurso en vivo:Plática con un mentor/ Live Resource: Ask a Coach

    SPARK- Recurso en vivo:Plática con un mentor/ Live Resource: Ask a Coach

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    March 31, 2022

    Fecha de sesión: Mar 31, 2022, 7:30-8:30 pm

    Este es el momento de responder cualquier pregunta que pueda tener. Estas sesiones estan para aprender unos de otros sobre todos los temas relacionados con la promoción de estándares de alta calidad en la educación infantil. Traiga sus preguntas a estas sesiones.
    This is a time to answer any questions you may have. These sessions are to learn from each other about all the topics related to promoting high-quality standards in early childhood education. Please bring your questions to these sessions.

    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpce2trzstGNUAz1rGkkGYp8D08rYap4pv

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