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 […]
The EED invites you to attend: SFUSD Early Education Department PBIS/Pyramid Model 2-Part PD Series "Nurturing and Responsive Relationships" Establishing nurturing and responsive relationships within a caring community is the foundation of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)/Pyramid Model. This training focuses on practices for building relationships with children, promoting relationships between children, relationships with families […]
This 3-part series will provide an overview of the PreK CLASS tool; how the tools build on each other; and what this looks like in a PreK early care and education setting. Registration link: https://bit.ly/PreKCLASSS25-ENG . Registration closes: 02/19/25
Dear San Francisco Community Join us to co-create wonderful & fun learning opportunities for SF Early Childhood Educators, Children & families. Help us replenish with lovely, clean, natural and reusable materials at the Loose Parts & Tinkering Resources Room at the San Francisco City College, John Adams Center. During these sessions, ECE Educators will learn […]
The Everything ECE PLC's meet monthly by language groups for professional development and is designed exclusively for Family Child Care Educators. Come meet peers with the common goal of strengthening quality child care and building on knowledge and capacity which directly benefits the children and families served in San Francisco. What can Everything ECE […]
This 3-part series will provide an overview of the PreK CLASS tool; how the tools build on each other; and what this looks like in a PreK early care and education setting. Registration link: https://bit.ly/PreKCLASSS25-ENG . Registration closes: 02/19/25
This 3-part series will provide an overview of the PreK CLASS tool; how the tools build on each other; and what this looks like in a PreK early care and education setting. Registration link: https://bit.ly/PreKCLASSS25-ENG . Registration closes: 02/19/25
Virtual Five-Part Professional Learning Community (PLC) You are welcome to join us in transforming classrooms into language-rich environments where all languages are celebrated and where children are given multiple opportunities to explore ways to use language and understand the world of reading. Please come and share with others how you are partnering with families so […]
This session is in English! A two-part introductory series designed to support family childcare providers to build awareness and understanding of the role of curriculum in family childcare programs to support children's thinking and learning.
This training is offered virtually and is comprised of two 3-hour sessions. Participants must join both sessions to receive credit. Those who complete this training will receive 7 hours of professional growth. Learn about: DRDP Format Using Documentation and Evidence to Evaluate Measures. Hours: 9:30 AM- 12:30 PM Please note this training we will be […]
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 […]
Learn about the Protective Factors that build strong families and how they are important in our lives and the lives of children and families. Educators are important people in the lives of families. This interactive, experiential training uses video, interactive activities, games and reflection to introduce the Strengthening Families Framework. Spend a day building community […]
This overview webinar will introduce the PITC Curriculum, its components, and how its approach supports the efforts of family childcare and center-based care teachers to facilitate the development and learning of infants and toddlers. It will also highlight how the PITC Curriculum is designed to promote professional learning that helps care teachers deepen their own […]
This session will provide an overview of the Infant CLASS tool; how the tools build on each other; and what this looks like in an infant early care and education setting. Registration link: https://bit.ly/InfantCLASSS25-ENG. Registration closes: 03/02/25
This overview webinar will introduce the PITC Curriculum, its components, and how its approach supports the efforts of family childcare and center-based care teachers to facilitate the development and learning of infants and toddlers. It will also highlight how the PITC Curriculum is designed to promote professional learning that helps care teachers deepen their own […]
What is the Teaching Pyramid? The Teaching Pyramid is a comprehensive approach designed to help educators promote social-emotional competence, address challenging behaviors in young children, and develop safe and nurturing group environments for all children. This training series – Modules 1A, 1B & 2 are intended for new teachers and other support staff (including regular […]
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 […]
Build on learning and experience from training to deepen understanding of curriculum and engage with colleagues in a shared learning environment to explore implementation, share new ideas, and problem-solve. PLC participants will receive a learning resource book to support understanding and will include opportunities for caregivers & educators to reflect on their practice and receive […]
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 […]
This training is offered virtually and is comprised of two 3-hour sessions. Participants must join both sessions to receive credit. Those who complete this training will receive 7 hours of professional growth. Learn about: DRDP Format Using Documentation and Evidence to Evaluate Measures. Hours: 9:30 AM- 12:30 PM Please note this training we will be […]
Introduction to Loose Parts Play (English & Spanish). To sign up for a Saturday session, click here! Questions about these sessions? Contact: ylarraburo@ccsf.edu or ehelias64@gmail.com Introducción al juego y aprendizaje con piezas sueltas. ¡Para inscribirse en una sesión de los sábados, haga clic aquí! Para preguntas sobre las sesiones, contacte: ylarraburo@ccsf.edu o ehelias64@gmail.com 25 Spring_ […]
You are invited! Open house There are many benefits to offering children “smart materials” which allow for discovery and creativity. Come explore how you can use this space with educators, so they too can experience the power of open-ended materials. This event is for adults. Our room is a training room. Coaches, ECE instructors & […]
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 […]
English PLC Build on learning and experience to deepen understanding of inquiry and project-based learning (PBL) and engage with colleagues in a shared learning environment. Explore implementation, share new ideas, and problem-solve. PLC participants will receive a resource book to support learning and will include opportunities for teachers to reflect on their practice and receive […]
Learn about the Protective Factors that build strong families and how they are important in our lives and the lives of children and families. Educators are important people in the lives of families. This interactive, experiential training uses video, interactive activities, games and reflection to introduce the Strengthening Families Framework. Spend a day building community […]
This professional development offering welcomes educators who want to think deeper and in community about outdoor play, curriculum and outdoor environments! ECE educators who have previously participated in the Connecting Children to Nature projects and PLC’s are encouraged to continue with us.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
CA Teaching Pyramid for InfantsToddlers (1) The CA Teaching Pyramid is a comprehensive approach designed to help educators promote social-emotional competence, address challenging behaviors in young children, and develop safe and nurturing group environments for all children. Participants must attend all 5 modules in order to participate in this training series. Join us for this […]
Three-part introductory series designed to support early educators to: Build awareness, knowledge, and strategies in inquiry and project-based learning (PBL). Develop skills to create and design inclusive, long-term investigations and provocations throughout the year. Develop strategies to create documentation that includes and makes visible the CA Preschool Learning Foundations; DRDP measures; CLASS domains; and diversity, […]
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 […]
The EED invites you to attend: SFUSD Early Education Department PBIS/Pyramid Model 2-Part PD Series "Nurturing and Responsive Relationships" Establishing nurturing and responsive relationships within a caring community is the foundation of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)/Pyramid Model. This training focuses on practices for building relationships with children, promoting relationships between children, relationships with families […]
Learn about the Protective Factors that build strong families and how they are important in our lives and the lives of children and families. Educators are important people in the lives of families. This interactive, experiential training uses video, interactive activities, games and reflection to introduce the Strengthening Families Framework. Spend a day building community […]
Dear San Francisco Community Join us to co-create wonderful & fun learning opportunities for SF Early Childhood Educators, Children & families. Help us replenish with lovely, clean, natural and reusable materials at the Loose Parts & Tinkering Resources Room at the San Francisco City College, John Adams Center. During these sessions, ECE Educators will learn […]
Virtual Five-Part Professional Learning Community (PLC) You are welcome to join us in transforming classrooms into language-rich environments where all languages are celebrated and where children are given multiple opportunities to explore ways to use language and understand the world of reading. Please come and share with others how you are partnering with families so […]
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 […]
This 2-part series will provide an overview of the Toddler CLASS tool; how the tools build on each other; and what this looks like in a toddler early care and education setting. Registration link: https://bit.ly/ToddlerCLASSS25-ENG. Registration closes: 03/26/25
This 2-part series will provide an overview of the Toddler CLASS tool; how the tools build on each other; and what this looks like in a toddler early care and education setting. Registration link: https://bit.ly/ToddlerCLASSS25-ENG. Registration closes: 03/26/25
What is the Teaching Pyramid? The Teaching Pyramid is a comprehensive approach designed to help educators promote social-emotional competence, address challenging behaviors in young children, and develop safe and nurturing group environments for all children. This training series – Modules 1A, 1B & 2 are intended for new teachers and other support staff (including regular […]
A fun-filled day of inspiration and teamwork as we explore creative ways to meet children’s core relationship needs! Interpretation services will be available in Spanish and Cantonese. April 5, 2025 10 am - 4 pm (Lunch will be provided) WestEd, 730 Harrison St., SF, CA 94107 2025 DEC SFQC innovation challenge flyer eng final
