Events Calendar
Events in June 2024
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Strengthen Your Emotional Well-Being: Self Regulation Techniques to Navigate Difficult Situations (WHITLEY COUNTY) Strengthen Your Emotional Well-Being: Self Regulation Techniques to Navigate Difficult Situations (WHITLEY COUNTY)
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June 3, 2024Face to Face training: Double-check the LOCATION of the session before registering!
Prolonged exposure to environmental stress, such as challenging behaviors in the classroom, family crises, or community violence, can significantly overload the emotional well-being of early childhood educators and staff. This training aims to equip adults working directly with young children with emotional regulation strategies to nurture, navigate and overcome stress during and after difficult situations.
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Churubusco Community Child Care Center
Churubusco, IN 46723
Whitley County
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Calm: Building a Strengths-Based Culture (Leadership Series) Calm: Building a Strengths-Based Culture (Leadership Series)
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June 4, 2024Strengths-based cultures are powered by leaders. During this session, your team will learn how to maximize team performance through focusing on and individual’s strength to create more resilient, efficient, and thriving teams. This session is interactive and includes breakout rooms to collaborate with each other on how to create a more strengths-based culture.
A FREE Calm app Premium subscription is available, through February 2026, to individuals who own, work or volunteer in an Indiana-based early childhood education or out-of-school care program! If you haven't yet redeemed you free Calm Premium subscription, visit https://indianaspark.com/calm/ for directions. We recommend that you redeem your free subscription and download the Calm app prior to attending this workshop.
**Be sure to register here in I-LEAD as well as zoom, so your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
Child Care Licensing Orientation 2: Family Child Care Homes Child Care Licensing Orientation 2: Family Child Care Homes
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June 4, 2024Preparation for Home Child Care Licensure is the 2nd training in this two-part series designed to outline regulatory requirements, licensing steps, and resources for providing licensed child care in a home environment. You will leave this training prepared to take the next steps to licensing your home and will receive the necessary paperwork.
We highly recommend that you join this training session using your computer. Throughout the session, there will be links provided that you will need to access. Furthermore, kindly ensure that your camera is turned on for the entire training.
** Be sure to register in both Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom for this training.
Pay by Enrollment for CCDF and On My Way Pre-K Providers Pay by Enrollment for CCDF and On My Way Pre-K Providers
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June 4, 2024This summer, Indiana will be transitioning from an attendance-based to an enrollment-based subsidy payment model, which will lower process burdens and increase financial stability for providers and enhance service experiences for families. This is a significant change, and providers and families will be required to take specific action throughout this process. OECOSL invites you to attend an upcoming webinar to learn more about these changes and how you can begin preparing for the transition.
Lakeshore®: Social and Emotional Development for School-Aged Children (HAMILTON COUNTY) Lakeshore®: Social and Emotional Development for School-Aged Children (HAMILTON COUNTY)
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June 4, 2024Face to Face training: Double-check the LOCATION of the session before registering!
Social emotional development is closely related with cognitive development. In a model learning environment, students are engaged, stimulated, and engrossed in learning. Taking turns, working together, cooperating with others, and conflict resolution are some of the areas that will be covered during the training. We will dive into emotional awareness to help children recognize and understand their own feelings and actions, as well as those of others. We will also learn how to help children become aware of how our feelings and actions affect ourselves and others. Finally, we will discuss the importance of self-regulation and learn how to support children in being able to express their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in socially appropriate ways. Teachers will reflect on their own learning environment, teaching styles, strengths, and areas for growth. So, come ready to collaborate, reflect, and plan! This is going to be a great time of learning together!
This training is presented through a partnership between SPARK Learning Lab and Lakeshore®. A meal will be served, and all attendees will receive a materials kit to use with the children in your program!
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Ball State Fisher Center
Fishers, IN 46038
Hamilton County
Paths to QUALITY™ Introduction Paths to QUALITY™ Introduction
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June 4, 2024**Be sure to register here in Indiana Learning Paths as well as Zoom, so your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
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.
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Pago por inscripción para proveedores de CCDF y On My Way Pre-K Pago por inscripción para proveedores de CCDF y On My Way Pre-K
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June 5, 2024Este verano, Indiana hará la transición de un modelo de pago de subsidio basado en la asistencia a uno basado en la inscripción, lo que reducirá la carga del proceso y aumentará la estabilidad financiera para los proveedores y mejorará las experiencias de servicio para las familias. Este es un cambio significativo y se requerirá que los proveedores y las familias tomen medidas específicas a lo largo de este proceso. OECOSL lo invita a asistir a el próximo seminario web para obtener más información sobre estos cambios y cómo puede comenzar a prepararse para la transición.
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Learning Forum- Mindfulness: More than Meditation Learning Forum- Mindfulness: More than Meditation
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June 6, 2024In this peer-to-peer discussion, we will delve into how mindfulness isn't limited to meditation and extends into various aspects of our hectic lives. Join us to exchange insights on how you incorporate intentionality and awareness into your daily routine. Discover new approaches from fellow participants and leave with practical ideas to enrich your wellness journey.
**Be sure to register in I-LEAD as well as zoom, so that certificates can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
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Using Narration to Identify and Promote Prosocial Behavior (MARION COUNTY) Using Narration to Identify and Promote Prosocial Behavior (MARION COUNTY)
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June 7, 2024Face to Face training: Double-check the LOCATION of the session before registering!
Employ narration of behavior (also known as positive descriptive feedback) as a proactive and preventative strategy used to reduce behaviors that challenge us in the learning environment. Apply the concepts behind positive descriptive feedback to utilize social stories as a group or individual approach to increasing desired and socially appropriate behaviors.
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Calvary Christian Childcare
Indianapolis, IN 46227
Marion County
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Learning Forum: Reframing and Responding to Behaviors that Challenge You (JAY COUNTY) Learning Forum: Reframing and Responding to Behaviors that Challenge You (JAY COUNTY)
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June 8, 2024Let's talk! Join SPARK Learning Lab for a learning forum focused on reframing and responding to behaviors that challenge you. Share what works in your program and learn from your peers! We will discuss five social-emotional needs that children experience and how you might respond to them in developmentally appropriate ways. Learn about new trainings on this topic, and have the opportunity to discuss current practices in your program.
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Jay County Fairgrounds
806 East Votaw Street
Portland, IN 47371
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Cultivating a Culture of Wellness Cultivating a Culture of Wellness
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June 10, 2024Encouraging wellness in the workplace has numerous benefits, such as boosting morale, enhancing productivity, and improving employee retention rates. Join us in a comprehensive learning experience to understand the importance of organizational wellness and learn effective strategies for cultivating a culture of wellness in your workplace. We will explore practical and sustainable approaches to promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being among you and your team members, allowing you to select options that best suit your needs and interests.
*Be sure to register in both Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom, so that your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
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CCMS: Take Charge of Your Program with a Free Child Care Management System Subscription CCMS: Take Charge of Your Program with a Free Child Care Management System Subscription
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June 11, 2024The Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning in partnership with SPARK Learning Lab is offering a free 2-year subscription to a Child Care Management System (CCMS) of your choice. Come learn about the program, the three CCMS vendors: Alliance CORE powered by Early Learning Ventures, brighthweel, and Playground, and get your questions answered by SPARK Learning Lab. Limited space available.
Civitas Live Resource: Tips for Tuition and Fee Policies Civitas Live Resource: Tips for Tuition and Fee Policies
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June 11, 2024Join Civitas Strategies for a Live Resource: Tips for Tuition and Fees Policies. Find out how to create and implement policies that maximize your tuition.
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Civitas Recurso en Vivo: Consejos Sobre las Políticas de Matrícula y Cuotas Civitas Recurso en Vivo: Consejos Sobre las Políticas de Matrícula y Cuotas
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June 12, 2024Únase a Civitas Strategies para obtener un recurso en vivo: consejos sobre las políticas de matrícula y cuotas. Descubra cómo crear e implementar políticas que maximicen su matrícula.
Calm for Families Calm for Families
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June 12, 2024While families navigate the impact of today’s challenges, their expectations, needs and values continue to evolve. In this session we explore how values influence the expectations we set and ways to manage our expectations more mindfully to support our families resilience and wellbeing.
A FREE Calm app Premium subscription is available, through February 2026, to individuals who own, work or volunteer in an Indiana-based early childhood education or out-of-school care program! If you haven't yet redeemed you free Calm Premium subscription, visit https://indianaspark.com/calm/ for directions. We recommend that you redeem your free subscription and download the Calm app prior to attending this workshop.
**Be sure to register here in I-LEAD as well as zoom, so your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
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CCMS: Tome el control de su programa con una suscripción gratuita al Sistema de Administración de Cuidado Infantil CCMS: Tome el control de su programa con una suscripción gratuita al Sistema de Administración de Cuidado Infantil
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June 13, 2024La Oficina de Aprendizaje de la Primera Infancia y Fuera de la Escuela (OECOSL), en asociación con SPARK Learning Lab, ofrece una suscripción gratuita de 2 años a un Sistema de Administración de Cuidado Infantil (CCMS) de su elección. Venga a aprender sobre el programa, los tres proveedores de CCMS: Alliance CORE powered by Early Learning Ventures, brighthweel y Playground, y obtenga respuestas a sus preguntas en SPARK Learning Lab. Cupo limitado disponible.
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Lakeshore®: Literacy through Songs, Rhymes, & Read Alouds (ALLEN COUNTY) Lakeshore®: Literacy through Songs, Rhymes, & Read Alouds (ALLEN COUNTY)
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June 15, 2024Face to Face training: Double-check the LOCATION of the session before registering!
During this session, you will learn fun ways to support the language and literacy development of infants and toddlers through effective and simple strategies. We will review and discuss ideas for hands-on activities, songs, rhymes, finger plays, read alouds and more to be added to your bag of tricks, to keep your children learning and engaged while having fun!
This training is presented through a partnership between SPARK Learning Lab and Lakeshore®. A meal will be served, and all attendees will receive a materials kit to use with the children in your program!
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Ivy Tech Student Life Center North Campus Room SL139
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
Allen County
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Child Care Licensing Orientation 2: Child Care Centers Child Care Licensing Orientation 2: Child Care Centers
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June 18, 2024In this professional development session, participants identify the components necessary to complete a successful child care center licensing application and pass the initial licensing inspection. This session is appropriate for those who intend to open a licensed child care center in the state of Indiana and who have already completed Orientation 1: Training for Child Care Providers.
We highly recommend that you join this training session using your computer. Throughout the session, there will be links provided that you will need to access. Furthermore, kindly ensure that your camera is turned on for the entire training.
** Be sure to register in both Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom for this training.
ASQ-SE Questionnaire Training ASQ-SE Questionnaire Training
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June 18, 2024There is tremendous opportunity during the first few years of a child’s life to identify and address potential social-emotional concerns. This is at the heart of ASQ®:SE-2. It is modeled after the acclaimed ASQ®-3 and is tailored to identify and exclusively screen social and emotional behaviors. ASQ:SE-2 is an easy-to-use tool with all the advantages of ASQ-3—it’s cost-effective, parent-completed, photocopiable, and culturally sensitive. With questionnaire results, professionals can quickly recognize young children at risk for social or emotional difficulties, identify behaviors of concern to caregivers, and identify any need for further assessment.
Participants will receive an ASQ®:SE-2 Starter Kit upon completion of this training! A SPARK Mental Health and Wellness Coach will also be available to support on-site with implementation.
PREREQUISITE REQUIRED: Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. Resources to Increase Family Engagement and Promote Developmental Monitoring and Screening
**Be sure to register in I-LEAD as well as zoom, so that your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
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Using Social Stories to Identify and Promote Prosocial Behaviors (Trending Thursday) Using Social Stories to Identify and Promote Prosocial Behaviors (Trending Thursday)
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June 20, 2024Employ social stories (also known as scripted stories) as a proactive and instructional strategy to reduce behaviors that challenge us in the learning environment. Learn how to individualize social stories to increase prosocial behaviors and respond to challenging behaviors in your setting.
* Be sure to register in both Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom, so that your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
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Lakeshore®: Literacy through Songs, Rhymes, & Read Alouds (WAYNE COUNTY) Lakeshore®: Literacy through Songs, Rhymes, & Read Alouds (WAYNE COUNTY)
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June 22, 2024Face to Face training: Double-check the LOCATION of the session before registering!
During this session, you will learn fun ways to support the language and literacy development of infants and toddlers through effective and simple strategies. We will review and discuss ideas for hands-on activities, songs, rhymes, finger plays, read alouds and more to be added to your bag of tricks, to keep your children learning and engaged while having fun!
This training is presented through a partnership between SPARK Learning Lab and Lakeshore®. A meal will be served, and all attendees will receive a materials kit to use with the children in your program!
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Morrison-Reeves Library
Richmond, IN 47374
Wayne County
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Child Care Licensing Orientation 2: Unlicensed Registered Child Care Ministry Child Care Licensing Orientation 2: Unlicensed Registered Child Care Ministry
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June 25, 2024In this professional development session, participants identify the components necessary to complete a successful child care ministry registration application and pass the initial registration inspection. This session is appropriate for those who intend to open an unlicensed registered child care ministry in the state of Indiana and who have already completed Orientation 1: Training for Child Care Providers.
We highly recommend that you join this training session using your computer. Throughout the session, there will be links provided that you will need to access. Furthermore, kindly ensure that your camera is turned on for the entire training.
** Be sure to register in both Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom for this training.
Pay by Enrollment – Everything Providers Need to do to be Ready and Ensure Timely Payments Pay by Enrollment – Everything Providers Need to do to be Ready and Ensure Timely Payments
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June 25, 2024In just a few weeks, OECOSL will be shifting to Pay by Enrollment. This is a significant change, and providers and families will be required to take specific actions before this occurs. OECOSL invites you to attend this webinar to learn more about these changes and how you can begin preparing for the transition. The new Provider and Parent portals with be introduced and more information about using the new systems will be shared. You will also receive information about closing out late attendance and returning or recycling your POS machine.
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Calm: How to Create a Work-Life Balance Calm: How to Create a Work-Life Balance
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June 26, 2024Work and rest are often in constant competition, but they don’t have to be. In this interactive session, participants will explore work-life balance from a birds-eye view. In addition to building awareness, participants will create an action plan that leverages the power of deliberate rest to bring out their best at work.
A FREE Calm app Premium subscription is available, through February 2026, to individuals who own, work or volunteer in an Indiana-based early childhood education or out-of-school care program! If you haven't yet redeemed you free Calm Premium subscription, visit https://indianaspark.com/calm/ for directions. We recommend that you redeem your free subscription and download the Calm app prior to attending this workshop.
**Be sure to register here in I-LEAD as well as zoom, so your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3) Training Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3) Training
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June 26, 2024The Ages & Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) provides reliable, accurate, developmental and social-emotional screening for children between birth and age 6. The ASQ has been specifically designed to identify developmental progress and spot potential delays in young children. Screening young children is an effective, efficient way for professionals to monitor a child’s development. Help parents celebrate their child’s milestones, know what to expect next, and determine whether a follow-up is needed. The ASQ is an essential first step toward identifying children with delays or disorders in the critical early years.
Participants will receive an ASQ®:-3 Starter Kit upon completion of this training! A SPARK Mental Health and Wellness Coach will also be available to support on-site with implementation.
PREREQUISITE REQUIRED: Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. Resources to Increase Family Engagement and Promote Developmental Monitoring and Screening
Pay by Enrollment – Everything Providers Need to do to be Ready and Ensure Timely Payments Pay by Enrollment – Everything Providers Need to do to be Ready and Ensure Timely Payments
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June 26, 2024In just a few weeks, OECOSL will be shifting to Pay by Enrollment. This is a significant change, and providers and families will be required to take specific actions before this occurs. OECOSL invites you to attend this webinar to learn more about these changes and how you can begin preparing for the transition. The new Provider and Parent portals with be introduced and more information about using the new systems will be shared. You will also receive information about closing out late attendance and returning or recycling your POS machine.
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Learning Forum- Maximizing CCMS: Tips and Tricks from the Field Learning Forum- Maximizing CCMS: Tips and Tricks from the Field
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June 27, 2024Exchange ideas and learn new strategies to maximize utilization of Child Care Management Systems to support business operations and efficiency.
Pago por inscripción: todo lo que los proveedores deben hacer para estar listos y garantizar pagos oportunos Pago por inscripción: todo lo que los proveedores deben hacer para estar listos y garantizar pagos oportunos
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June 27, 2024En solo unas semanas, OECOSL cambiará al pago por inscripción. Este es un cambio significativo y se requerirá que los proveedores y las familias tomen medidas específicas antes de que esto ocurra. OECOSL lo invita a asistir a este seminario web para aprender más sobre estos cambios y cómo puede comenzar a prepararse para la transición. Se presentarán los nuevos portales para proveedores y padres y se compartirá más información sobre el uso de los nuevos sistemas. También recibirá información sobre cómo cancelar la asistencia tardía y devolver o reciclar su máquina POS.
Writing and Implementing an Effective Policy Writing and Implementing an Effective Policy
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June 27, 2024Policies create clear expectations and help operate a business safely and efficiently. Learn key components to writing a policy and explore ways to implement them into your program.
*Be sure to register in I-LEAD as well as zoom, so that certificates can be processed into your I-LEAD account.