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Event Series Inquiry & Project-Based Learning For educators of young children Educator Professional Learning Community (PLC)[English]

Inquiry & Project-Based Learning For educators of young children Educator Professional Learning Community (PLC)[English]

Online Event: Zoom

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 […]

Event Series Aprendizaje basado en proyectos e investigación Para educadores de niños pequeños Comunidad de aprendizaje profesional para educadores (PLC)

Aprendizaje basado en proyectos e investigación Para educadores de niños pequeños Comunidad de aprendizaje profesional para educadores (PLC)

Online Event: Zoom

Aproveche el aprendizaje y la experiencia para profundizar la comprensión de la investigación y el aprendizaje basado en proyectos (PBL) e interactúe con colegas en un entorno de aprendizaje compartido. Explore la implementación, comparta nuevas ideas y resuelva problemas. Los participantes del PLC recibirán un libro de recursos para apoyar el aprendizaje e incluirán oportunidades […]

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 […]

Event Series Introducccion al Marco de los Factores de Proteccion

Introducccion al Marco de los Factores de Proteccion

Online Event: Zoom

El Departamento de Primera Infancia de San Francisco le invita a la serie de tres sesiones de los Factores de Protección en donde conversaremos sobre los siguientes puntos: • Porque es esencial incorporar los Factores de Protección en nuestros programas. • Cómo identificar y poner en práctica estrategias para crear mejores relaciones con las familias. […]

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 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 […]