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Event Series Inquiry & Project-Based Learning For educators of young children Leadership Community of Practice (CoP)

Inquiry & Project-Based Learning For educators of young children Leadership Community of Practice (CoP)

Online Event: Zoom

  Strengthen leadership skills and capacity to support your program's implementation. This CoP will provide content and discussions about inquiry and project-based learning in early education programs. We will also focus on essential leadership skills through a reflective, shared-learning process. Participants will come together to share ideas, strategies, challenges, and successes. Participants will receive 2 […]

Anti- Bias in Action Navigating the Deep Waters of Social Justice Teaching

Online Event: Zoom

Navigating the Deep Waters of Social Justice Teaching    3/15/25   9:00 – 11:00AM   Nadia Jaboneta and Brian Silveira will explore what using anti-bias strategies looks like in the early childhood classroom. We will also address how we as educators can best support the development of positive self-identity in young children through everyday actions we can take. […]

Event Series Block Play Bonanza

Block Play Bonanza

Nihonmachi Little Friends, 1830 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA, 94115 1830 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA, United States

Unit blocks were created in the early 1900’s and are still one of children’s favorite materials. Why has such simple materials been able to hold children’s attention and focus even in the age of screens, legos and other modern toys? What opportunities and possibilities do blocks offer children and teachers? This two-part workshop will explore […]

Event Series Introduction to Attachment Theory Series

Introduction to Attachment Theory Series

WestEd 730 Harrison Street, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA, United States

March 8 & March 15, 2025 9 am–12 pm WestEd, 730 Harrison St, SF, CA 94107 Facilitators: Ee Leng (Elaine) New & Cathy Tsao This two-part series* provides an introduction to attachment theory and explores the importance of early relationship quality for infants and toddlers. The series will be delivered in English and attendance at […]

Event Series Uncovering Black Joy in ECE Settings: Honoring Black Children in ECE Settings [Training Series]

Uncovering Black Joy in ECE Settings: Honoring Black Children in ECE Settings [Training Series]

Online Event: Zoom

1. Understanding and responding to issues of racism and injustice in ECE programs. 2. Understand the urgency to support and uplift Black children in ECE settings. 3. Connecting and relating to Black families in meaningful, supportive ways. 4. Disrupting the “Status Quo” to support the learning/development for Black children. 5. Understanding biases, reflecting on upbringing/experiences, […]

Event Series FOUNDATIONS OF INCLUSION

FOUNDATIONS OF INCLUSION

Online Event: Zoom

Join us to learn more about partnering with families, supporting families with developmental screenings, referrals to necessary supports, creating and implementing child support plans, and understanding the laws protecting children. The goal of Foundations of Inclusion is to ensure professionals feel confident in supporting children within their programs, decrease preschool suspensions and expulsions, and ensure […]

Getting Ready for Kindergarten: The Joy of Effective Strategies

Leola M. Havard Early Education School 1520 Oakdale Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States

SFUSD & DEC invite you to celebrate the strides we've made in readying our little ones for kindergarten over the past three years! Co-Sponsored by Department of Early Childhood (DEC) and San Francisco Unified (SFUSD). Let’s celebrate the incredible strides we've made in readying our little ones for kindergarten over the past three years! We […]

Event Series Mastering Business Practices: Grow Your Family Child Care

Mastering Business Practices: Grow Your Family Child Care

Online Event: Zoom +1 more

Are you a Family Child Care (FCC) provider ready to take your business to the next level? Join us for this in-depth workshop designed to help FCC providers grow their revenue, strengthen their business practices, and build sustainable plans for the future. Gain the tools, skills, and confidence to elevate your child care business with […]

Event Series Math Learning Through Play: A Training Series

Math Learning Through Play: A Training Series

Online Event: Zoom

This new training series and PLC is designed for Early Childhood Education (ECE) educators seeking to enhance their math teaching practices for young children. Through hands-on activities, group discussions, and shared experiences, participants will explore innovative strategies to integrate math into daily routines and use unusual materials to foster mathematical thinking. This professional development opportunity […]

Event Series Uncovering Black Joy in ECE Settings: Honoring Black Children in ECE Settings [Professional Learning Community]

Uncovering Black Joy in ECE Settings: Honoring Black Children in ECE Settings [Professional Learning Community]

Online Event: Zoom

1. Understanding and responding to issues of racism and injustice in ECE programs. 2. Understand the urgency to support and uplift Black children in ECE settings. 3. Connecting and relating to Black families in meaningful, supportive ways. 4. Disrupting the “Status Quo” to support the learning/development for Black children. 5. Understanding biases, reflecting on upbringing/experiences, […]