Events Calendar
Events in May 2024
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Tome el control de su programa con una suscripción gratuita al Sistema de Administración de Cuidado Infantil
Tome el control de su programa con una suscripción gratuita al Sistema de Administración de Cuidado Infantil
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May 2, 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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SPARK! Burnout and Self-Care: An Act of Prevention (Live Virtual)
SPARK! Burnout and Self-Care: An Act of Prevention (Live Virtual)
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May 6, 2024Burnout is linked to high employee turnover, low performance, decreased productivity, and professional relationships. Managing signs of burnout will help you and your team reduce high stress and improve performance and work satisfaction. Learn how to identify signs of burnout and utilize self-care strategies to support yourself and your early childhood education staff to prevent and reduce burnout.
**Be sure to register in I-LEAD as well as zoom, so your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
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Calm: Minimizing Stress and Burnout for Leaders (Leadership Series)
Calm: Minimizing Stress and Burnout for Leaders (Leadership Series)
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May 7, 2024Leading a workplace culture that is resilient against chronic stress and burnout is harder than ever. During this session, participants will evaluate their workplace resilience, learn to model self-efficacy and maximize leadership performance through stress and burnout prevention.This interactive session includes assessment activities and breakout opportunities to collaborate with other leaders to promote a cohesive culture of support and accountability.
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.
Paths to QUALITY IntroductionPaths to QUALITY Introduction
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May 7, 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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Calm: Mindful Feedback Conversations
Calm: Mindful Feedback Conversations
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May 8, 2024In this workshop, participants will learn how to give a methodical and structured approach to giving feedback.. They will identify the importance of giving feedback to their colleagues regardless of title, role, or department to increase communication. Additionally, they will learn tips on how to receive feedback mindfully to improve their performance.
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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El uso de Aprende las Señales, Actúa . A Tiempo del CDC provee recursos para aume/Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. presented by Stephan Viehweg (Virtual) Spanish
El uso de Aprende las Señales, Actúa . A Tiempo del CDC provee recursos para aume/Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. presented by Stephan Viehweg (Virtual) Spanish
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May 9, 2024Esta oportunidad de capacitación virtual se enfocará en temas de desarrollo y salud mental, que incluyen Learn the Signs Act Early (LTSAE), herramientas de detección del desarrollo, y cómo usar estas herramientas con las familias bajo su cuidado.
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.
This training will be presented by Stephan Viehweg, LCSW, ACSW, IMH-E®, CYC-P
2 CEU's will be awarded for attending this training.
ASQ-SE Questionnaire TrainingASQ-SE Questionnaire Training
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May 9, 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
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. -
Strengthen Your Emotional Well-Being: Self Regulation Techniques to Navigate Difficult Situations (LAKE COUNTY)
Strengthen Your Emotional Well-Being: Self Regulation Techniques to Navigate Difficult Situations (LAKE COUNTY)
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May 11, 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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3440 West 61st Avenue
Hobart, IN 46342
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Stewards of Children: Protecting Children Through Active Bystanding
Stewards of Children: Protecting Children Through Active Bystanding
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May 14, 2024Protecting Children Through Active Bystanding goes beyond theoretical knowledge to teach participants practical skills to be an active bystander in child sexual abuse prevention and response. You will receive examples of boundary violations and inappropriate behaviors, and guidance on both spontaneous and planned interventions that reinforce boundaries and protect children.
*Be sure to register in Indiana Learning Paths as well as Zoom, so that certificates can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
Child Care Licensing Orientation 2: Family Child Care HomesChild Care Licensing Orientation 2: Family Child Care Homes
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May 14, 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.
Introduction to Inclusive Child CareIntroduction to Inclusive Child Care
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May 14, 2024In this introductory webinar, directors and owners of centers, ministries, and homes will learn of basic strategies and resources for including all children. Participants will gain an understanding of how to foster inclusive attitudes, practices and policies in their program, initiate and lead collaborative relationships between staff and families as well as how to identify community resources to support all needs.
* Be sure to register both in Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom, so that your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
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Being an Early Childhood Professional Part 1
Being an Early Childhood Professional Part 1
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May 15, 2024This training is intended for program directors and/or administrators. Learn actionable leadership strategies to implement program-wide systems that support both professional and ethical conduct. Incorporate practices that build a collective agreement to professional conduct and allow your staff to feel included in the decision-making process of your program. This is an intermediate to advanced training and it is recommended that you complete the Maintaining Professional Boundaries Training Series prior to taking this training.
** Be sure to register in both Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom for this training.
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Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3) Training
Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3) Training
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May 16, 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
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.Strengthen Your Emotional Well-Being: Self Regulation Techniques to Navigate Difficult Situations (LIVE Virtual)Strengthen Your Emotional Well-Being: Self Regulation Techniques to Navigate Difficult Situations (LIVE Virtual)
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May 16, 2024Prolonged 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.
** Be sure to register in both Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom for this training.
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Learning Forum: Reframing and Responding to Behaviors that Challenge You (ALLEN COUNTY)
Learning Forum: Reframing and Responding to Behaviors that Challenge You (ALLEN COUNTY)
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May 18, 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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Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Allen County
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Take Charge of Your Program with a Free Child Care Management System Subscription
Take Charge of Your Program with a Free Child Care Management System Subscription
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May 21, 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.
Child Care Licensing Orientation 2: Child Care CentersChild Care Licensing Orientation 2: Child Care Centers
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May 21, 2024In this 4 hour 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.
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Calm: Creating Connections
Calm: Creating Connections
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May 22, 2024Loneliness and lack of connection is on the rise. In this workshop, participants will learn about the various forms of loneliness and how they can increase their connection to themselves and others. Through self-check-ins and value identification, participants will create a simple plan of action to increase empathy, productivity, and creativity.
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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Tome el control de su programa con una suscripción gratuita al Sistema de Administración de Cuidado Infantil
Tome el control de su programa con una suscripción gratuita al Sistema de Administración de Cuidado Infantil
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May 23, 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.
Creating Welcoming Environments for FamiliesCreating Welcoming Environments for Families
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May 23, 2024Come join us to learn about Creating Welcoming Environments for Families! Participants will apply 3 best practices in family engagement to your unique program setting. In addition, you will evaluate and make changes to your program environment so that it is most welcoming to families. Through interactive activities and group learning, we will spend an hour and a half focusing on those important details that really make a difference to the families we serve.
** Be sure to register both in Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom, so your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
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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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May 28, 2024In this 2 hour 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.
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Safe Sleep Practices: Reducing Sudden Unexpected Infant Death and Implementation in Child Care Settings Module 1 and 2
Safe Sleep Practices: Reducing Sudden Unexpected Infant Death and Implementation in Child Care Settings Module 1 and 2
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May 29, 2024*Be sure to register here in Indiana Learning Paths as well as Zoom, so that your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
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.
