Early Chidhood Quarterly by ASCC

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Health and Safety Series Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) is pleased to announce the availability of the new Health and Safety Series. This training series is conducted by CCR&R, a program of the Association for Supportive Child Care in partnership with the Arizona Child Care Association. The series is funded by the Department of Economic Security (DES) Child Care Administration. Each series consists of a total of 24 hours of early child care health and safety trainings at no cost to child care providers or those interested in becoming child care providers. The trainings are presented in a three day block or six evening sessions. Topics include: ■■ Medication Administration ■■ Poison Prevention and Safety ■■ Safe Sleep (including Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) ■■ Recognition and Reporting of Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect ■■ Nutrition ■■ Infectious Diseases and Common Childhood Illnesses ■■ Emergency Preparedness ■■ Transportation and Child Passenger Safety ■■ Children with Special Health Care Needs ■■ Child Development

The Health and Safety Training Series are scheduled at dates, times and locations located throughout the counties that ASCC and CCR&R currently serve, including Apache, Coconino, Gila, Maricopa, Navajo, Pinal and Yavapai. Information is emailed to all providers who have provided an email address to CCR&R. To be included, please contact Becky Hancock, CCR&R Program Coordinator at Bhancock@asccaz.org, 480-829-0500 x1218 or 1-800-535-4599 x1218. Information is included on the ASCC and CCR&R websites at www.asccaz.org and www.azchildcare.org. Space is limited to 20 participants per training. Refreshments are provided. Participants who complete the entire 24 hour series will receive a $50 gift card. If you would like to register for these trainings, or would like additional information, please contact Sarah Youngman at 480-829-0500 x1144, 1-800 535-4599 x1144 or ccrrworkshops@asccaz.org. Submitted by Becky Hancock, Child Care Resource and Referral Program Coordinator, Association for Supportive Child Care

Arizona City

Mini Leaders 13354 Sunland Gin Road

4/11, 4/18, and 4/25 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Flagstaff

Flagstaff Unified School District Family Resource Center 4000 North Cummings Street

6/6, 6/13, and 6/20 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Payson

Payson Public Library 328 North McLane Road

5/27, 5/29, and 5/30 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Phoenix

Chicanos por la Causa 1024 East Buckeye Road, #250

5/2, 5/30, and 6/6 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Phoenix

Arizona Child Care Association 2100 North Central, Suite 225

6/2, 6/3, and 6/4 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Prescott

Prescott YMCA - Child Care Center 750 Whipple Street, Room 6

6/6, 6/13, and 6/20 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Scottsdale

LaPetite Academy 8433 East Raintree Drive

4/11, 4/18, and 4/25 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Show Low

Northland Pioneer College White Mountain Campus 1001 West Deuce of Clubs

4/11, 4/18, and 4/25 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Tempe

Association for Supportive Child Care 3910 South Rural Road, Suite O

4/6, 4/7, 4/8, 4/13, 4/14, and 4/15 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

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Meeting Arizona’s Child Care Needs

Contents

Page

Network Meetings

4– 5

Articles

6 – 18

Apache

Coconino

Gila

Maricopa

Navajo

Pinal

Yavapai

20 – 22

24 – 41

42 – 43

44 – 47

(ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Association for Supportive Child Care prohibits discrimination in admissions, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, and disability. The

VI and VII) and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

programs, services, activities or employment based on race,

Community Trainings (by county)

Under Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title

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Association for Supportive Child Care must make a reasonable accommodation to allow a person with a disability to take part in a program, service or activity. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For example, this means that if necessary, the Association for Supportive Child Care must provide sign language interpreters for people who are deaf, a wheelchair accessible location, or enlarged print materials. It also means that the Association for Supportive Child Care will take any other reasonable action that allows you to take part in an activity. If you believe that you will not be able to understand or take part in a program or activity because of your disability, please let us know of your disability needs in advance if at all possible. To request this document in alternative format or for further information about this policy please contact Anaiis Ballesteros at 480-829-0500 x1206. Para obtener este documento en otro formato u obtener informacion adicional sobre esta politica Anaiis Ballesteros a 480-829-0500 x1206 o 800-535-4599 x1206.

Article and Training Submission Information Articles must be relevant to the early education profession, be written at a level appropriate to a varied audience, and be no more than 500 words in length. Limit recognition of specific programs or services to a description within the article. Articles should be single spaced, left justified and free of special formatting features such as columns and indentations. For questions, please call Anaiis Ballesteros at 480-829-0500 x1206 or 800-535-4599 x1206. Submit articles and trainings to Anaiis Ballesteros at aballesteros@ asccaz.org. All articles and training submissions are due by May 1, 2015 for the July - September 2015 Early Childhood Quarterly publication.

Deben ser pertinentes a la profesión temprana de la educación, escritos en un nivel apropiado a un público variado y no ser más de 500 palabras en longitud. Limite el reconocimiento de programas o de servicios específicos a una descripción dentro del artículo. Los artículos deben tener espacios sencillos, justificados a la izquierda y ser libres de caracteres especiales de formato tales como columnas y muescas. Entregue los artículos vía el correo electrónico a Anaiis Ballesteros a aballesteros@asccaz. org o Anaiis Ballesteros a 480-829-0500 x1221. Toda información de artículos debe ser entregada antes del 1 de mayo de 2015 para la publicación Trimestral de la Niñez Temprana de julio - septiembre 2015.

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Family Child Care Network Meetings Meeting and Training Opportunities

Each month, Child Care Resource & Referral and Southwest Human Development sponsor Family Child Care Network Meetings. These meetings provide opportunities for family child care providers to:

Learn new information on child care issues.

Meet family child care professionals in the valley.

Discuss topics in a positive, encouraging environment.

Access resources that pertain to family child care providers.

Meetings are held once a month, alternating between the East and West Valley. The time of the meeting is 6:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8:00 PM. The meetings and trainings are open to:

All family child care providers

Agencies that support family child care providers

Advocates for early care and education

Listed to the right are the dates, topics, and locations of the upcoming Family Child Care Network Meetings for April through June. We look forward to seeing you at the meetings! Meeting times: 6:30 - 8:00 PM To register for upcoming meetings or if you have questions, contact Sarah Youngman, CCR&R Assistant Program Coordinator, at 480-829-0500 x1144, 1-800-535-4599 x1144 or syoungman@asccaz.org.

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East Valley Meetings April 13 Developmental Learning Goals June 8 Positive Guidance Meetings held at: Association for Supportive Child Care 3910 South Rural Road Conference Room, Suite O Tempe Conference Room is off Hermosa Drive (the door in complex closest to Rural Road)

West Valley Meeting May 11 Positive Guidance Meeting held at: Cartwright Family Resource Center 4308 North 51st Avenue, Suite 103 Phoenix

Early Childhood Network (ECN) Meetings Reach Out and Connect

Plan to attend the next Early Childhood Network (ECN) meeting in Maricopa County! ECN Meetings are open to family child care providers, center directors and staff, state agency representatives, community organization representatives, and the community atlarge. During ECN Meetings, there are opportunities to:

Exchange information about workshops and events in your community

Meet members from the community that offer programs for the child care field

Discuss topics important to your child care facility and the early childhood field

ECN Meetings are specifically designed for child care providers and organizations that work with children and families. For more information, contact Caroline Porter, CCR&R Marketing Specialist, at 480-829-0500 x1221 or 800-535-4599 x1221, or by e-mail at cporter@asccaz.org.

Spring 2015 Schedule April 1 8:00 - 9:00 AM 3910 South Rural Road Suite O Tempe, AZ Conference Room

May 6 8:00 - 9:00 AM 3910 South Rural Road Suite O Tempe, AZ Conference Room

June 3 8:00 - 9:00 AM 3910 South Rural Road Suite O Tempe, AZ Conference Room

NOTE: You do not need to register to attend an ECN meeting as these meetings do not qualify towards training hours; they are intended for networking opportunities.

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Early Childhood S.T.E.M. Programs

Quality Enhancement from Arizona Science Center Arizona Science Center can bring early childhood S.T.E.M. programs to your site, enhancing quality teaching and learning! Research shows “early science and math skills are particularly predictive to a child’s success in school as well as in later life” (Vandell, Duncan & Burchinal, 2010). Arizona Science Center’s Early Childhood inthe-community programs engage children and their caregivers in exploring hands-on S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math); making connections with physics, biology, chemistry, and astronomy concepts and content; and expanding their knowledge of the world around them. Preschool Science on Wheels For up to 25 children ages 3—8 and their educators 60 minutes $175 for first program, $150 for additional programs on same date Strengthens problem-solving, curiosity, persistence, and confidence Promotes quality teaching and learning Aligned with Developmentally Appropriate Practice, Arizona Early Learning Standards, and Teaching Strategies GOLD®.

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Family Science on Wheels For up to 20 children ages infant—8 and their families/ caregivers 60 minutes $225 per program Available in English and Spanish Strengthens relationships and engages families as their child’s first educator Families receive a unique Take-Out Science Kit to promote scientific thinking at home Programs offered at your site! To reserve a program: 602-716-2028 For more information: 602-716-2000 ext. 284 Website: www.azscience.org Email: smiths@azscience.org Submitted by Stephanie Smith, Early Childhood Learning and Engagement Specialist, Arizona Science Center

INSPIRE Early Childhood Leadership Conference Professional Development The Inspire Early Childhood Leadership Conference brings together professional development leaders in the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education. The conference is headlined with educator and author, Dr. Lella Gandini. Gandini’s numerous publications include such works as The Hundred Languages of Children: The Reggio Emilia Approach to Early Childhood Education; Insights and Inspirations from Reggio Emilia: Stories of Teachers and Children from North America; and Beautiful Stuff!: Learning with Found Materials. She holds a Doctorate in Education and has taught at the University of Massachusetts, Lesley College and Smith College. Also presenting are Dr. Gigi Yu, Eric Bucher with the Arizona Science Center, Diana Brown with Mindful Discipline, and award winning children’s author Conrad Storad. Targeted toward early childhood educators and organizations serving Preschool through Grade 3, the initiative is designed to include teachers, curriculum and professional development specialists, as well as administrators in discussions of current research in best practices and the implementation of emergent curriculum. The host for the Shadow Day and Conference is Pinnacle Presbyterian Preschool located in Scottsdale, Arizona. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), Pinnacle provides leadership in professional development workshops and conferences. April 10 The Language of Story & Play: Creating Environments that Support Early Literacy Scottsdale 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM

April 11 Inspire Early Childhood Leadership Conference Emergent Curriculum in Practice Scottsdale 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Learn more about the Reggio Emilia approach by shadowing the morning classrooms at Pinnacle and then join our afternoon workshop with the staff and Dr. Lella Gandini. $150 includes lunch 6 CEUs

Discover the rise in student engagement when teachers respond positively to emergent topics. This conference explores the components of emergent curriculum and how its practices and principles can improve educational outcomes. $200 includes lunch 8 CEUs

Link to the conference agenda: http://www.pinnaclepres. org/storage/preschool/ ConfAgendaREV4.pdf Find out more about these professional development opportunities by calling us at 480-585-9448 ext. 2 Register online at: www.pinnaclepres.org/inspire

Submitted by Mary Ann Biermeier, Director of Professional Development, INSPIRE Early Childhood Leadership Series

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Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health: A Dynamic, Rapidly Growing Field Several decades of research have clearly demonstrated the importance of a child’s earliest years. Most importantly, the relationships formed with parents and caregivers during this time establish the foundation for all future development – intellectual, social, emotional, physical and behavioral.

The one-year program is designed for professionals whose work directly or indirectly impacts infants and toddlers. Coursework, observation and consultation prepare participants to implement the principles of infant social and emotional development in their everyday work.

Research has also shown that behavioral and mental health problems can emerge in infants, toddlers and preschoolers. If left undiagnosed and untreated, resulting problems can include school failure, child abuse, delinquency and mental illness.

The two-year program, designed for mental health clinicians and advanced graduate students, builds on the Infant/Family Studies coursework, adding a mental health clinical practice emphasis. Topics include assessment, diagnosis and treatment of psychological and emotional challenges that affect very young children.

The increased recognition of young children’s critical and unique needs has revealed a severe shortage of professionals knowledgeable in this field. As one of a handful of prestigious Harris programs in the country, and the only one in the Southwest, the Harris Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Training Institute seeks to fill this knowledge gap through two state-ofthe-art training programs: Dr. Alison Steier is pleased to announce that applications for The Harris Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Training Institute (201516) are being accepted, starting now, and will start to be considered mid-March. Enrollment is limited and subject to a number of criteria, posted on the webpage: www.swhd.org/training/infant-mental-healthcertification

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Submitted by Amy Zak-Urban, Administrative Specialist, Smart Support, Southwest Human Development

Niños en Mi Casa Program Family Child Care Providers have the unique opportunity to share their love, experience and culture with the children and families they serve. The benefits of becoming a Department of Economic Security (DES) certified family child care provider are: Creating your own home-based business Setting your own hours and rates Caring for both DES authorized and private pay families Helping children learn skills they need to be successful to begin school and in life Consistency in caregiving and small group size offer opportunities for bonding and attachment with the children, an important key to brain development. The Niños Program provides one-on-one, technical assistance(Orientation class, home visits, eight (8) hours of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) trainings) and financial assistance ($250 grant to purchase items required to safeguard your home) to help you complete the state certification process to become a DES certified family child care provider. For more information, in Maricopa County, please call our program at 480-829-0500 x1415 or by email at mhorner@asccaz.org. If you reside in Coconino County, please call 928-714-1716 or 800-222-3574 or by email at pstefani@asccaz.org. For further information please visit our website at www.asccaz.org, click on ASCC programs, and then click on Niños en Mi Casa. Submitted by Monica Horner, Niños en Mi Casa Program Coordinator, Association for Supportive Child Care

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Empower Conference The Arizona Department of Health Services will be hosting its 4th Annual Empower Conference on May 2nd, 2015, free to licensed child care providers across the state. This popular conference will host series of workshops that address the implementation of the ten Empower standards in child care settings including, physical activity, screen time, family style meals, fruit juice, CACFP, breastfeeding, sun safety, oral health and tobacco prevention. Key Note speakers and presenters will have the knowledge and expertise to address these topics while at the same time integrating messaging of being all inclusive to all Arizona’s families and cultures. Submitted by Sawsan Madanat, Empower Program Specialist, Arizona Department of Health Services

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Child Care Professional Training (CCPT) Program Looking to start a career in the Child Care and Early Education profession? Or have you already begun to work as a Child Care Provider and want to continue your education or strengthen your skills? The Child Care Professional Training (CCPT) Program, offered at no cost, is a two-week (60 hour) course provided with funding from the Department of Economic Security, Child Care Administration (DES/CCA). Upon completion of the 60 hours, participants may opt to take either the sixty (60) training hours or seize the opportunity to acquire three (3) college credits! The credit option is offered through Rio Salado Community College, aligned with their CFS-178, “Survey of Early Childhood” and offered at no cost. Seating is limited to 20 participants per session and preregistration is required. If you would like to register for a session or need more information, please contact Kerry Reband, Association for Supportive Child Care (ASCC) CCPT Training Specialist at 480-829-0500 x1137 or via email at kreband@asccaz.org. The 2015 schedule is listed below: CCPT SCHEDULE (Maricopa County) April 13-24, 2015 English May 4-15, 2015 Spanish June 1-12, 2015 English

Central Valley North Valley (Español) East Valley

Submitted by Monica Horner, Child Care Professional Training Program Coordinator, Association for Supportive Child Care

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Is Your Information Up-To-Date? In 2014, Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) provided over 4,300 phone referrals and 8,400 online referrals to early childhood programs, including yours! CCR&R would like to make sure that the information that we give to parents who are calling for child care referrals, contains current and accurate information about your program You have the chance to win a $25.00 Target gift card. Each month, CCR&R will email and/or call all providers who have not been updated within the last six months. If you send back the update form via email by the last day of that month, you will be entered into a drawing to receive a $25.00 Target Gift Card. Please make sure that CCR&R has your current email. To send in your current email, please contact Becky Hancock at Bhancock@asccaz.org, or call 480 829-0500 x 1218 or or 1 800 308-9000 x 1218. Submitted by Becky Hancock, Child Care Resource and Referral Program Coordinator, Association for Supportive Child Care

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Birth to Five Helpline Technical Assistance

Consultation and resource information for child care providers, preschool providers and quality improvement professionals Birth to Five Helpline Technical Assistance links callers to experts who provide telephone consultation in three main areas: child care health, early childhood mental health, and inclusion of children with special needs. These professionals answer questions, engage in conversations, problem-solve and provide support, resources, and referrals to child care providers, preschool providers, and quality improvement professionals statewide, including Smart Support, Quality First, Child Care Health Consultation and Inclusion. Child Care Health Consultation (CCHC) Callers receive support around: ■■ Health and safety in early care environments ■■ Connections to local resources for services and health and safety trainings ■■ Policies and procedures based on information provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics and Caring for Our Children

Inclusion of Children with Special Needs Consultation Callers receive support around: ■■ Information about community resources and services for children with disabilities and their families ■■ Ideas or strategies to support a specific child to be successful in their early care and education setting ■■ Tips for talking with parents about developmental concerns ■■ Screening for developmental concerns ■■ Understanding and collaborating with local early intervention and school district resources for children with delays Contact a Birth to Five Helpline Technical Assistance professional by calling 1-877-705-KIDS (5437) or visit www.birthtofivehelpline.org Submitted by Tori Hackett, Senior Program Manager, Southwest Human Development

Mental Health Consultation Callers receive support around: ■■ Creating relationships and environments that enable all children to develop optimally, socially and emotionally ■■ Strategies to teach social and emotional skills ■■ Understanding challenging behavior and creating plans to positively support new skills ■■ Referrals to community resources for individualized mental health and other supportive services

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Family Resource Center Male Call - Father Services

At the Family Resource Center, a strong emphasis is placed on father involvement. Studies have shown, having a father or positive, consistent male caregiver, involved in a child’s life not only improves children’s emotional well-being and promotes positive behavior, but has also been shown to increase school performance, as well as verbal and problem solving skills. The Family Resource Center (FRC) in Mesa, a program of the Child Crisis Center, strives to provide no-cost educational, fun and enriching opportunities for families that increase knowledge of child development, build parenting skills, and promote positive parent and child interaction. Services for fathers at the FRC include the following programs: Playtime with Dad – This group gives dads and their children an opportunity to bond in the best possible way through play. The group centers around three areas of development: language, motor skills, and socialization. The Play Time with Dad Program allows for free play, as well as structured activities that support development in children. Play Time with Dads is designed for children ages 1 – 5 years and their dads. All dads and male caregivers are encouraged to attend. Play Time with Dad meets on the third Saturday of every other month (Jan., March, May, July, Sept., Nov.) from 10-11:30 AM at the FRC in Mesa. For more information contact Jeremy Franklin at 480-834-9424 or Jeremy.Franklin@childcrisis.org. First Time Daddies – This three hour class is designed to help expectant fathers learn the basics of infant care and to understand the important role dads play in a baby’s life. Topics covered include newborn baby care, feeding, sleeping, supporting mom, and adjusting to life with a new baby. First Time Daddies is offered quarterly at the Family Resource Center. The next class will be held on Sat. 5/2/15 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. For more information contact Neil Tift at 480-834-9424 or Neil.Tift@childcrisis.org. Dads Drop-In Discussion Group – This is a monthly group for dads and male caregivers to receive parenting support in an informal, all-guy setting. The group is held the third Thursday of the month from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. For more information contact Neil Tift at 480-834-9424 or Neil.Tift@childcrisis.org.

Submitted by Victoria Roberts, Community Liasion, Child Crisis Center

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American Heart Association CPR and First Aid Training with SontarahLife

SontarahLife is a non-profit family services agency dedicated to assisting families and individuals find selfdependency, success and confidence. Our FREE services provide a means for a family or individual to seek their desires with minimal resistance by offering resources, referrals, transportation assistance, educational trainings, and family counseling with our certified Transitional Family Behavioral Coach. SontarahLife offers plenty of educational courses to those in the child care and human services industries including on-going free community courses for in-service hours. We also offer our American Heart Association adult/child/infant AED CPR and First Aid day and evening training for $40.00 which includes a two year certification. Dates and times for our CPR and First aid training are listed below. April 1 April 9 April 12 April 19 April 20 April 25 April 28 May 3 May 6 May 9

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

May 16 May 17 May 23 May 30 June 2 June 13 June 17 June 27 June 28

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

If you know a family or even an individual that can benefit from our organization please contact Sandra today at 602-997-2371 or visit our website at www.sontarahlife.org to register online for an intake or to join us for one of our CPR and first aid classes. If you would like us to come to your facility to teach a two or four hour community course that includes a certificate with in-service hours, contact us at the information above for rates and course titles. 8900 North Central Avenue Suite 309 Phoenix, Arizona 85020 602-997-2371 Website: www.SontarahLife.org Email: SontarahFamily@SontarahLife.org Submitted by Mike Freeman, Family Life Coach, Sontarah Life

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Do You Have the Skills to Provide Child Care Services for Children With Special Needs? Did you know that DES contracted child care programs/providers may receive additional funding from DES Child Care Administration (CCA) for providing child care services to children with special needs? The Federal Child Care and Development Fund helps low-income families, families receiving public assistance, and those families transitioning from public assistance in obtaining child care. It also provides funds to improve the quality of child care. Contracts are awarded through a competitive process known as Request for Proposals or RFP. This includes contracts to provide child care services for children with special needs. What is the purpose of the contract? The purpose is to provide high quality and enhanced child care services to children with special needs from families that meet eligibility requirements for the child care subsidy. Am I eligible to apply for the contract? To qualify, a child care provider/program must be regulated by either DHS or DES and hold a current DES provider registration agreement. How much do I receive from the funds? The rates for caring for children with special needs are negotiated during the RFP process. How can I apply? Any interested programs/providers must submit a response when the DES Office of Procurement publishes an RFP for this contract. The current contract started on January 1, 2011, and the contract cycle is approximately every five years. How do I know when the office of procurement publishes an RFP? In order to receive notifications for any bid opportunities, you must be registered on the Procure AZ website as a vendor at the following link. https://procure.az.gov/bso/ Step-by-step registration instructions can be found at the following link on the website. https://spo.az.gov/sites/default/files/Step-by-Step_Vendor_Registration.pdf To be notified of these contracts, you need to select the correct commodity codes (NIGP codes) when registering for Procure AZ. NIGP Class: 952 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Human Services NIGP Item: 17 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Day Care: H017-00 You may select other NIGP Codes as well. How can I get more information about the special needs contract? Contact: Hiroko Flores Early Childhood Development Policy Specialist DES/Child Care Administration Direct Phone: 602-542-2572 Email: hflores@azdes.gov IMPORTANT: Please note that once an RFP is published, any questions regarding the RFP must be directed to the DES Office of Procurement at 602-364-0170. Submitted by Hiroko Flores, Early Childhood Development Policy Specialist, DES/Child Care Administration

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Safety, Nutrition, Activity and Care for Kids Did you know that in Arizona one out of every four children is obese? Did you know that nine out of 10 car seats are installed incorrectly? Did you know that there are healthcare services for uninsured families? The SNACK team educates teachers and parents on: ■■ Car Seat Safety ■■ Healthy Eating and Moving Your Body ■■ Linkages to Low Cost Health Care and Social Services Our expert team provides these services FREE of charge! Bilingual Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPST) experts provide classes to parents, caregivers, and child care providers. Participants may be eligible to receive a free car seat. Classes are offered monthly in the Northwest and Southwest Valley. Become a nationally certified CPST through a 32-hour course. After completing the course, qualified technicians will receive tools to host their own car seat events. A bilingual social worker is available to assist families in accessing local resources, enroll children into a health care plan, and find free or low cost social services. Browse through almost 2,000 resources in Maricopa County at WWW.FINDHELPPHX.ORG Dietitians and health educators assist in creating healthy, active environments for preschoolers. Centers may participate in a free on-site training with an award-winning curriculum focused on healthy eating and physical activity called Color Me Healthy. A Color Me Healthy kit is provided to qualified participants. Training is provided in Spanish and English. Services are provided in the Northwest and Southwest Valley. To participate or to learn more about the SNACK program, please visit us online at www.thesnackprogram.com or contact the Program Manager at 602-506-6850. This program is funded by First Things First (FTF). FTF, approved by Arizona voters, works to ensure that our youngest children have access to quality early childhood experiences so they will start school healthy and ready to succeed. For more information, visit www.azftf.gov. Submitted by Monica Falcon, Program Manager, Maricopa County Department of Public Health

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Did you realize…… ■■

How important and valuable play is to your child?

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That children develop their imagination and creativity by their play experiences?

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That when you give your child opportunities to play by: □□ Building with blocks- they get to learn about geometry, gravity, shapes and balance. □□ Creating a grocery or other dramatic play- they discover how to problem solve, build social skills, develop math skills and gives them the chance to figure out how business works. □□ Scribbling- it makes way to writing and drawing and better fine motor control.

■■ That playing with your child builds your relationship with him. So make the time for the two of you to sing, dance, read, talk and have fun together. ■■ That exploring the outdoors with your child creates fond memories for both of you, while playing in the park, doing hopscotch with other families on the block or even digging together in the sand box. ■■ That play allows your child the chance to grow into an avid learner and a well-rounded person (Play Is FUNdamental) Plan on spending a day of play on Saturday, April 4th from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM at the Ultimate Play Date. The Scottsdale Public Library in conjunction with First Things First and its other sponsors is holding its third annual Ultimate Play Date. The Ultimate Play Date will be held at the Scottsdale Civic Center Library at 3839 North Drinkwater Boulevard in Scottsdale. This special event is free and open to the general public. There are eight zones of fun for families to enjoy doing interactive activities together. It will include special entertainment. For further information be sure to check out our website at: www.scottsdalelibrary.org/ultimateplaydate Submitted by Cheryl Garnice, Parent Educator, Scottsdale Public Library

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CPR and First Aid Classes April – May – June 2015

Let’s Make Northern Arizona SAFE! We want to make everyone comfortable in performing any type of Life Saving Skill so we spend time to make sure before you leave our class that “You got it”. Living in Northern Arizona is a more rural area and we need to understand that is important for us to ACT and not wait until 9-1-1 arrives. Check out our website… you will see how so many people have taken our classes are extremely happy with our services. We have provided training in Arizona since 1989 so you know we will be around. We are Master Trainers and Faculty for AHA and ASHI. So keeping up on the Correct and Current Guidelines are important. So please check out our website: www.NewLifena.com and you can register for your class online! NEW LIFE - 1555 Iron Springs Road #7 Prescott AZ $25.00 for a single class $35.00 for both CPR and First Aid 2 year certification CPR – Adult/Child/Infant with AED First Aid – Asthma, Epi Pen, Bites, Stings, Broken Bones, etc All Class dates are for CPR and First Aid April May June 4/8 3PM – 8PM 5/2 9AM – 2PM 6/6 9AM – 2PM 4/11 9AM – 2PM 5/7 3PM – 8PM 6/11 3PM – 8PM 4/13 9AM – 2PM 5/16 9AM – 2PM 6/20 9AM – 2PM 4/18 9AM – 2PM 5/20 9AM – 2PM 6/27 9AM – 2PM 4/22 9AM – 2PM 5/30 9AM – 2PM 6/30 9AM – 2PM 4/25 9AM – 2PM Call us at 928-445-5024 or email us at Lesa@NewLifena.com MAKING OUR COMMUNITY SAFE Defibrillator sales and training statewide Submitted by Lesa West, Owner, New Life and AED Networks

Scholarships for College T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® ARIZONA has scholarships for financial assistance to help you earn a college degree. You may be eligible for a scholarship if you: ■■ Have a high school diploma or GED ■■ Work in a licensed child care center or regulated family child care home ■■ Work a minimum of 30 hours a week directly with children ages birth to five years of age The application process is easy. Contact us for more information: 480-829-0500 x1152 800-535-4599 x1152 mmckinley@asccaz.org Submitted by John Cregg, T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Arizona Program Coordinator, Association for Supportive Child Care

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Early Childhood Quarterly

Smart Support

Arizona’s Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation System Does Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (Arizona’s SMART SUPPORT) actually work? A three-year study of SMART SUPPORT, of over 775 teachers and 1,000 children, conducted by an independent agency, found the following: ■■ Increased teacher confidence in ability to deal effectively with challenging behavior ■■ Teacher-child relationships were enhanced ■■ Improved classroom emotional climate ■■ Increase in teacher knowledge of social & emotional development ■■ Increases in children’s self-regulation abilities ■■ Prevention of child expulsion What does this mean to parents and caregivers? We already know that high social and emotional capacity is directly linked to school readiness and success. Access to Smart Support services strengthens children’s social and emotional development. We provide support in three ways: child-focused, classroom focused, and program-focused, depending on your needs. We come to you and partner with you (at no cost) in your licensed center or regulated home, in First Things First funded regions. To learn more: smartsupport@swhd.org or 1-866-330-5520 Submitted by Amy Zak-Urban, Administrative Specialist, Smart Support

Early Childhood Quarterly

Community Trainings Apache Navajo 2 hours

Springerville 2 hours 4/13 Free

12:00 PM GD – 0-5

Flannel Boards Galore! Participants will be able to learn how to teach and tell stories through the use of flannel boards in this workshop. Participants will get a hands-on experience in making and using flannel boards in their classrooms. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Sharon Raban Little Folks Day Care North 12 Walnut Avenue 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Springerville 2 hours

4/14 Free

6:00 PM GD – 0-5

Disrupting the Flow Explore how a child’s brain develops and the strategies that must be implemented to ensure our programs are delivering quality care that fosters healthy development. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Sharon Raban WMRMC Child Care 940 East Maricopa Street 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Navajo 2 hours

5/4 Free

5/7 Free

6:00 PM GD – All

Respectful Communication This workshop will look at appropriate communication and conversation skills, and the elements of effective communication. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Springerville 2 hours

Sharon Raban WMRMC Child Care 940 East Maricopa Street 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Easter Seals Blake Foundation

6/10 Free

6:00 PM GD – 0-5

Using Language and Literacy in Guiding Children’s Behavior Children need patient listeners who can appropriately interpret their behavioral cues, respond to them empathetically, and provide opportunities for them to safely explore their feelings and express their emotions. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Sharon Raban WMRMC Child Care 940 East Maricopa Street 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Easter Seals Blake Foundation

12:00 PM HS – All

Less Stress = More Success: Preventing Staff Burnout Early childhood care giving, while joyful and satisfying, is one of the most stressful types of work. There are strategies that each of us can undertake, please come learn them. Trainer: Sharon Raban Location: Little Folks Day Care North 12 Walnut Avenue Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Content Codes: GD: Child Growth and Development HS: Health and Safety PA: Program Administration AS: Availability of Community Service OT: Other Developmental Codes: 0 - 2: Infant/Toddler 2 - 5: Preschool 5+: School Age

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Coconino

Coconino Flagstaff 2 hours

Flagstaff 1.5 hours 4/8 Free

8:00 AM GD – All

Early Language and Literacy Development Long before any formal instruction, the foundation for language and literacy development begins at birth and is a dynamic process, whereby both are interrelated and develop concurrently. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Flagstaff Christian Preschool 2366 North Steves Boulevard, Unit B Register: 1-866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Flagstaff 2 hours

4/18 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-5

Hands on Art Projects for Preschoolers The participants will be able to make and take their projects and hopefully take away some new ideas for creative ideas. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Childtime 109 East Oak Avenue Register: 1-866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Flagstaff 2 hours

4/18 Free

11:00 AM GD – 0-5

Superhero Play…Shoot! Fight! Kill! Are you having trouble with superhero play? This workshop will focus on learning techniques for dealing with these behaviors, why children play this way and how to respond in positive ways. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Childtime 109 East Oak Avenue Register: 1-866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

4/24 Free

8:30 AM PA – 0-5

Quality First Points Scale This training will focus on how to prepare for the Quality First Points Scale assessment. It will focus on staff qualifications, administrative practices, and curriculum and assessment. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Rebecca Cirzan Family Resource Center 4000 North Cummings Street rcirzan@asccaz.org or 928-714-1716 Association for Supportive Child Care

Flagstaff 2 hours

4/24 Free

10:00 AM OT – 0+2

Toddler CLASS Overview This training will review the components of the Toddler CLASS tool, used for assessing teacher-child interactions in toddler classrooms. Participants will gain strategies to improve the emotional support and learning experiences in their classrooms. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Flagstaff 1.5 hours

Rhonda Etsitty and Julie Fitzgerald Family Resource Center 4000 North Cummings Street rcirzan@asccaz.org or 928-714-1716 Association for Supportive Child Care

4/24 Free

1:00 PM OT – 0-5

Environmental Rating Scales Overview This training will review the components of the Environmental Rating Scales used for assessing infant, toddler, and Pre-K classrooms. Participants will gain strategies to improve the environment, interactions, and program structure of their classroom. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Rebecca Cirzan Family Resource Center 4000 North Cummings Street rcirzan@asccaz.org or 928-714-1716 Association for Supportive Child Care

Códigos de Contenido: GD: Crecimiento y Desarrollo HS: Seguridad y Salud PA: Administración de Programa AS: Disponibilidad de Servicio Comunitario OT: Otro Códigos de Desarrollo: 0 - 2: Infante/Niño 2 - 5: Preescolar 5+: Edad Escolar

Early Childhood Quarterly

Coconino Flagstaff 2 hours

4/24 Free

2:30 PM OT – 2-5

Pre-K CLASS Overview This training will review the components of the Pre-K CLASS tool, used for assessing teacher-child interactions in Pre-K classrooms. Participants will gain strategies to improve the emotional support, classroom organization, and instructional support in their classrooms. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Rebecca Cirzan Family Resource Center 4000 North Cummings Street rcirzan@asccaz.org or 928-714-1716 Association for Supportive Child Care

Flagstaff 2 hours

4/30 Free

6:30 PM HS – All

Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children This evidence-based program is designed to increase knowledge, improve attitudes, and increase child protective behaviors of providers caring for young children and youth. Provides steps to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Sondra Soter and Mary Margaret Johnson Trinity Heights United Methodist Church 3600 North Fourth Street ectc@asccaz.org or 928-714-1716 Association for Supportive Child Care

Flagstaff 2 hours

5/2 Free

9:00 AM PA – All

Balancing Work and Family This workshop is designed to help participants creatively solve the challenges facing them as they try to balance their work and personal lives. Trainer: Christine Vega Location: Head, Hands and Heart Preschool Federated United Methodist Church 400 West Aspen Avenue Register: 1-866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Flagstaff 2 hours

5/2 Free

11:15 AM GD – 0-5

Celebrating Likes and Dislikes By observing and considering the similarities and differences among the things and people they know, young children can begin to understand that no two of us are the same and that differences are to be celebrated. Trainer: Christine Vega Location: Head, Hands and Heart Preschool Federated United Methodist Church 400 West Aspen Avenue Register: 1-866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Flagstaff 2 hours

5/7 Free

6:00 PM GD − 2-5

Helping Children Transition to Kindergarten Transitioning from preschool to Kindergarten can be an exciting or a stressful time. Parents and teachers will discuss and create a toolbox of skills to practice with their children during this major transition in a child’s life. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Sondra Soter ARK Early Childhood Learning Center 3600 North Fourth Street ectc@asccaz.org or 928-714-1716 Association for Supportive Child Care

Grand Canyon Village 5/9 2 hours Free

9:00 AM GD – All

Transition Magician Join us in learning about the different types of transitions and discover new ways to make transitions fun! We will discuss why smooth transitions are important and why behavior problems occur. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Kaibab Learning Center 1 Mohave Street Register: 1-866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Early Childhood Quarterly

Coconino Grand Canyon Village 5/9 2 hours Free

11:00 AM GD – All

Building Bridges: Parent Teacher Partnerships Discuss the importance of building positive relationships with the families of the children in your care. Learn to improve your communication skills. Problem-solve challenging parent/teacher situations. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Kaibab Learning Center 1 Mohave Street Register: 1-866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Grand Canyon Village 5/9 2 hours Free

1:00 PM GD – All

Physical Fitness We will learn physical activities to promote fitness and reduce childhood obesity. This workshop is adapted from the Head Start / Body Smart “I am moving, I am learning” program. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Kaibab Learning Center 1 Mohave Street Register: 1-866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Flagstaff 1.5 hours

5/14 Free

1:00 PM PA – 0-5

Early Childhood Directors Meeting Meet and collaborate with preschool and child care directors to discuss topics pertaining to the field, network with other professionals, and gain information specifically related to directors. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Rebecca Cirzan Association for Supportive Child Care 2708 North 4th Street rcirzan@asccaz.org or 928-714-1716 Association for Supportive Child Care

Flagstaff 2 hours

6/16 Free

6:30 PM GD – 0-5

The Importance of Play in Children’s Development Play is the central activity in the lives of healthy young children. This workshop will focus on how play helps children develop. Trainer: Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Location: TBD Register: 928-300-5720 ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Agency: Buena Vista Children’s Services

Flagstaff 4 hours

6/17 Free

12:00 PM PA – All

Director’s Toolbox: The Right Fit This workshop will address staff recruitment, interviewing, selection and orientation in order to assist directors’ in finding “the right fit” for their team. Trainer: Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Location: TBD Register: 928-300-5720 ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Agency: Buena Vista Children’s Services

Flagstaff 3.5 hours

6/18 Free

6:00 PM GD – 0-2

A Space to Grow This session focuses on the intentional use of space, equipment, and materials to support children’s development and learning in infant and toddler care program. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Tiffany Simon Call for location aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Early Childhood Quarterly

Gila

Globe 2 hours

4/9 Free

5:30 PM GD – All

Balancing Work and Family This workshop is designed to help participants creatively solve the challenges facing them as they try to balance their work and personal lives. Trainer: Misty Early Location: The Rock-The Salvation Army Daycare 161 East Cedar Street Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Payson 2 hours

4/25 Free

9:00 AM GD – All

Balancing Work and Family This workshop is designed to help participants creatively solve the challenges facing them as they try to balance their work and personal lives. Trainer: Misty Early Location: Karen’s Care Bears 103 West Roundup Road Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Payson 2 hours

4/25 Free

5/28 Free

5:30 PM GD – All

Building Blocks to Science Participants will work on projects and bring ideas back to their centers. This workshop will also discuss different areas of science, why it is an important and often forgotten subject. Trainer: Misty Early Location: The Rock-The Salvation Army Daycare 161 East Cedar Street Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Globe 2 hours

6/25 Free

5:30 PM GD – All

Environments that Nurture Early Language and Literacy The early care and education environment is essential to supporting children’s language and literacy skills; therefore, it is crucial that it reflects the diversity of the children. Trainer: Misty Early Location: The Rock-The Salvation Army Daycare 161 East Cedar Street Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

11:30 AM GD – All

Exploring Nature In this workshop, participants will learn how exploring nature is one form of active learning for children and how we can incorporate the developmental domains for children naturally in outdoor environment. Trainer: Misty Early Location: Karen’s Care Bears 103 West Roundup Road Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa

Maricopa Tempe 2-4 hours

Chandler 1.5 hour s Ongoing Varies

Any HS – All

CPR/AED/FIrst Aid Class incorporates "hands on" live first aid training with Adult, Child, and Infant CPR training and includes use of automated external defibrillators (AED's): Instruction on scene survey, recognizing the signs and symptoms of sudden illness, shock or injuries. Methods of treating patients with injuries: controlling bleeding, bandaging, splinting, transporting patients, treating victims for shock. Triage principles and legal aspects of providing first aid Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Chandler 1 hour

CPR Savers instructors Statewide 800-480-1277 CPR Savers Training

4/6 and 4/13 Free

9:00 AM GD – 2-5

New Directions Staff Hamilton Library 3700 South Arizona Avenue 480-782-2842 or www.chandlerlibrary.org New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

Chandler 1 hour

4/6 and 4/13 Free

11:00 AM GD – 2-5

Brain Time For children 19 months to three years old. A three part series that follow a classic story time format, includes time for parent/child to work and play together using Brain Boxes®. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

New Directions Staff Hamilton Library 3700 South Arizona Avenue 480-782-2842 or www.chandlerlibrary.org New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

4/6 and 4/13 Free

12:00 PM GD – 2-5

KinderPrep A A series of three workshops for parents/caregivers with their children ages three-five years old. Each session will focus on inexpensive at home activities that will enhance brain development and success in school. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

New Directions Staff Hamilton Library 3700 South Arizona Avenue 480-782-2842 or www.chandlerlibrary.org New Directions Institute for Brain Development

Ahwatukee 1.5 hours, 3 weeks

4/2, 4/9, 4/16 Free

9:30 AM GD – 0-5

Positive Discipline A series on parenting with Positive Discipline. Find joy in your life and parenting while teaching your child positive life skills. FREE childcare for children over 18 months. Registration required! Trainer: Thrive to Five Location: Kyrene De Las Lomas 11820 South Warner-Elliot Loop Register: Irma Horton at 480-541-1526 ihorton@kyrene.org Agency: Thrive to Five

Phoenix 2 hours

4/4 Free

9:00 AM GD – All

Preparing for Parenthood Cribs, bottles, car seats, clothes and diapers and that’s just for now. Are you really ready to raise this little bundle of joy for 21 years? Let’s find out join this course and get a different perspective on child rearing. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Chandler 1.5 hours

4/6, 4/13, 4/20 Free

10:30 AM GD – 2-5

Phoenix 2 hours

4/7 Free

6:30 PM HS – All

Nutrition for Young Children This workshop will provide a foundation for child care providers in basic nutrition principles and practices for young children. Strategies will be offered towards food selection, meal planning and healthy eating.

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

New Directions Staff Sunset Library 4930 West Ray Road 480-782-2842 or www.chandlerlibrary.org New Directions Institute for Brain Development

Tempe 4/6, 4/13, 4/20 1.5 hours, 3 weeks Free

6:00 PM GD – 0-5

Southwest Human Development Trainer Here We Grow Learning Center 16901 East Palisades Boulevard Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Scottsdale 2 hours

4/9 Free

6:00 PM GD – 5+

Advanced Positive Discipline Participants gain tools for labels, sibling rivalry, family meetings and more. We dig into stress and its impacts children and parenting. FREE child care for children over two years. Registration required!

Beyond the Bell This hands-on workshop was designed to meet the unique needs of school-age care providers. Children between the ages of five and twelve spend a good part of the day engaged in highly structured educational activities.

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Thrive to Five Kyrene Family Resource Center 1330 E Dava Drive Brie Hall, 480-541-1522 or bhall@kyrene.org Thrive to Five

Tempe 1 hour, 3 weeks

4/7, 4/14, 4/21 Free

5:30 PM GD – 2-5

Playtime with Dad The class is for dads and children (three - five years) to enjoy a variety of creative play experiences while enhancing their bond with their child. A light dinner is provided. Registration required! Trainer: Thrive to Five Location: Getz Preschool 625 West Cornell Drive Register: Rosemary Schapira 480-897-6233 ext. 5735 rschapir@tempeschools.org Agency: Thrive to Five

Southwest Human Development Trainer Scottsdale Child Care and Learning Center 13831 North 94th Street Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Scottsdale 6 hours

4/10 $150

8:30AM GD – 2-5

The Language of Story and Play Creating Environments that Support Early Literacy Learn more about the Reggio Emilia approach by shadowing the morning classrooms at Pinnacle and then join our afternoon workshop with the staff and Dr. Lella Gandini – Six CEUs Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Mary Ann Biermeier Pinnacle Presbyterian Preschool 25150 North Pima Road Diana Englund at 480-585-9448 ext. 2 INSPIRE Early Childhood Leadership Series

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 4 hours

4/10 Free

9:00 AM GD – All

Phoenix 2 hours

4/11 Free

8:00 AM HS – All

Positive Discipline Workshop What it is not is punishment and control, it is about keeping children safe, loved, special, unique. By instructing, educating, preparing, training and regulating. Workbook included in this program.

Bullying This workshop will look at practical tips and techniques to help teachers and students stop bullying. It will address real-life strategies to help teachers support both the bullies and their victims.

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman SontarahLife 8900 North Central Avenue Suite 309 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Phoenix 1 hour, 6 weeks

4/10 Free

12:00 PM GD – 2-5

Ready to Read An adult/child (three-five years) interactive literacy class. One of the six essential early literacy skills is highlighted in each session. Families receive six FREE books when they complete series. Registration required! Trainer: Thrive to Five Location: Nevitt Elementary 4525 East St. Anne Avenue Register: Rosemary Schapira 480-897-6233 ext. 5735 rschapir@tempeschools.org Agency: Thrive to Five

Glendale 2 hours

4/11 Free

8:00 AM PA – All

Supporting Staff Development In this workshop, participants will examine how directors can structure their daily interactions, ongoing supervision meetings and staff performance appraisals in order to recognize staff excellence, assess staff problems, and enhance performance. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Nana’s Place Preschool Academy 10046 North 43rd Avenue Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Southwest Human Development Trainer Lil World Daycare Preschool LLC 5644 South 16th Street Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Phoenix 16 hours

4/11 and 4/25 Free

8:00 AM GD – 0-5

Brain Builders for Life Training Institute - Prenatal to Age 3 Integrative approach to teaching early brain development and concepts of child development. Must attend both days. Will receive $25 incentive upon completion. Trainer: Patty Merk, Ph.D. , Stephanie Copeland, MAS-IFP and Detza Van Bogaert, MSW Location: University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 East Broadway Road Register: Stephanie Copeland 602-827-8229 smartell@email.arizona.edu Agency: University of Arizona – Maricopa County

Phoenix 16 hours

4/11 and 4/18 Free

8:30 AM GD – 0-2

CSEFEL Infant/Toddlers Series Promoting Social and Emotional Competence. These two-eight hour sessions will increase your skills on how to promote social and emotional skills with infants and toddlers. Trainer: Ronnie Armstrong Location: Cactus Kids 7418 West Indian School Road Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Scottsdale 8 hours

4/11 $200

8:30 AM GD – 2-5

Phoenix 2 hours

4/12 Free

5:00 PM GD – All

INSPIRE Early Childhood Leadership Conference Discover the rise in student engagement when teachers respond positively to emergent topics. Explore emergent curriculum and how its practices and principles can improve educational outcomes - eight CEUs

The New Electronic Family Cell phones, computers, ipods, DVD, Hi-def, has seemed to take over for; love, sharing, time, conversation. Have we lost what it means to be a family or has family just changed?

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Mary Ann Biermeier Pinnacle Presbyterian Preschool 25150 North Pima Road Diana Englund at 480-585-9448 ext. 2 INSPIRE Early Childhood Leadership Series

Tempe 4 horas

4/11 Gratis

9:00 AM OT – 0-5

Wired for Success® Explore el desarrollo del cerebro con un enfoque especial en Seguridad, Tocar, Ojos (visión), Juego, y Sonido, los cinco componentes clave del plan de estudios STEPS® y métodos prácticos para estimular el desarrollo saludable del cerebro en los niños. Entrenador: New Directions Staff Locación: Medical Office Building 1492 South Mill Street, Suite 208 Registrarse: 480-784-5588 info@newdirectionsinstitute.org Agencia: New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

Phoenix 2 hours

4/11 Free

10:00 AM HS – All

Developmentally Appropriate Guidance How to prevent most behavior problems from occurring in the first place and how to positively handle the challenges that do arise will be discussed. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Lil World Daycare Preschool LLC 5644 South 16th Street Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Phoenix 2 hours

4/13 Free

12:30 PM GD – All

Building Self-Esteem in Young Children Participants will learn about characteristics in children that show high and low self-esteem. Trainers will also spotlight interactions from caregivers that build self-esteem in children. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Desert Springs Christian Preschool 16215 North Tatum Boulevard Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Phoenix 4 hours

4/13 Free

5:00 PM HS – All

Bloodborne Pathogen Is your home or child care safe? Are you equipped with not only the knowledge but the tools you need if there is blood in your immediate environment? Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman SontarahLife 8900 North Central Avenue, Suite 309 Sandra Ortega at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Surprise 2 hours

4/13 Free

6:15 PM HS – All

Social Emotional Growth and Socialization in Young Children This workshop will look at practical tips and techniques to help teachers and students stop bullying. It will address real-life strategies to help teachers support both the bullies and their victims. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Above and Beyond Preschool 17475 West Bell Road Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Tempe 2 hours

4/13 Free

6:15 PM GD – All

Mesa 2 hours

Southwest Human Development Trainer Imagination Station Child Care 6454 South McClintock Drive Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

4/14 and 5/19 $15

1:00 PM GD – 0-5

1,2,3,4 Parents This six-week series for parents of one-four year olds incorporates video, discussion and activities. Topics discussed: Child Development, Effective Discipline Techniques, Self-Esteem Building Skills, Safety Prevention Tips, and more. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Family Resource Center Trainer Family Resource Center 817 North Country Club Drive 480-834-9424 or www.childcrisis.org/frc Child Crisis Center

Mesa 2 hours

4/14 Free

6:00 PM GD – All

Strategies for Supporting Early Language and Literacy Participants will learn how interactions can affect Language and Literacy development. Interactions that are purposeful and intentional provide support to young children as they learn language and literacy. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Noah’s Ark Preschool 2745 North 32nd Street Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Phoenix 2 hours

4/15 Free

6:00 PM GD – All

Enhancing Early Literacy Skills in Children Participants will be provided information on foundational skills which support children’s success in understanding key concepts about language and literacy. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer The Weekday School 5510 North Central Avenue Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Mesa 2 hours

4/18 Free

8:00 AM GD – All

Welcoming All Children This session provides opportunities for providers to examine their beliefs about creating caring communities that include children with disabilities, and to begin to identify strategies for success. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Self Development Preschool 1721 North Greenfield Road Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 2 hours

4/18 Free

8:00 AM GD – All

Stress Busters: recognizing and Relieving Stress This workshop will explore factors and issues that contribute to feelings of stress for child care staff. They will learn to identify signs of stress. Participants will then be offered strategies that build coping skills to alleviate stress. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Desert Dawn Private School 15815 North 40th Street Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Gilbert 4 hours

4/18 Free

8:30 AM OT – All

Wired for Success® Workshops explore brain development with a special focus on Security, Touch, Eyes (vision), Play, and Sound, the five key components of NDI’s S.T.E.P.S.® curriculum and practical methods for stimulating healthy brain development in children. Trainer: New Directions Staff Location: Mercy Gilbert Medical Center – Room 3 3555 South Val Vista Register: 602-371-1366 nfo@newdirectionsinstitute.org Agency: New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

Phoenix 2 hours

4/18 Free

8:30 AM OT – 0-5

Nurtured Heart Series - Part One of Eight This training module introduces participants to the Nurtured Heart Approach and provides an overview of the basic principles, guidelines, and strategies that comprise the Nurtured Heart Approach. Completion of entire series is required to recieve a certificate. Trainer: Location:

Wendy Puga Child and Family Resources, Inc. 2830 West Glendale Avenue Register: www.AZChildCare.eventbrite.org SEEDSWorkshops@cfraz.org Diane Fellows at (520) 321-3749 Agency: Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Tempe 7 hours

4/18 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

Being in Tune In this session, we will discuss how to develop settings and climates of care through which close relationships with children can be developed. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Barb Milner University of Phoenix 1625 West Fountainhead Parkway aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Tempe 7 horas

4/18 Gratis

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

Llevando el Compas Experiencias tempranas tienen una poderosa influencia en el desarrollo infantil y son una base para el aprendizaje futuro. En esta sesión, discutiremos como podemos apoyar el desarrollo socio-emocional positivo. Entrenador: Locación: Registrarse: Agencia:

Eve Del Real University of Phoenix 1625 West Fountainhead Parkway aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Mesa 2 hours

4/18 Free

10:00 AM GD – All

Stress Busters: Recognizing and Relieving Stress This workshop will explore factors and issues that contribute to feelings of stress for child care staff. They will learn to identify signs of stress and will be offered strategies that build coping skills to alleviate stress. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Self Development Preschool 1721 North Greenfield Road Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 2 hours

4/15 Free

10:30 AM GD – 0-5

Tempe 1 hour, 4 weeks

4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15 9:30AM Free GD – 2-5

Nurtured Heart Series- Part Two of Eight Participants will be taught the concept of greatness and the link between how children define themselves and their related behavior. Completion of entire series is required to recieve a certificate.

Kinder Ready Information/techniques to “wire-up” a child’s brain for Kindergarten. Workshops provide ways to prepare for pre-reading, social competence, and pre-math skills. Free childcare for children over two years old.

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Mesa 1.5 hours

4/21 Free

6:00 PM GD – 0-5

Wired for Success This workshop provides parents and caregivers practical methods for stimulating healthy early brain development in infants and toddlers, and how to purposefully encourage a child’s overall learning. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

New Directions Institute Trainer Family Resource Center 817 North Country Club Drive 480-834-9424 or www.childcrisis.org/frc Child Crisis Center

Phoenix 3.5 hours

4/23 Free

6:00 PM GD – 0-2

Tiffany Simon Child and Family Resources, Inc. 2830 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 28 aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Thrive to Five Kyrene Family Resource Center 1330 East Dava Drive Brie Hall 480-541-1522 or bhall@kyrene.org Thrive to Five

Phoenix 2 hours

4/25 Free

8:30 AM GD – 0-5

Nurtured Heart Series- Part Three of Eight This training module allows participants to explore the methods of addressing the intense child and to comprehend the structural components of successful strategies like channeling intensity into more positive, productive expression. Completion of entire series is required to recieve a certificate. Trainer: Location:

Phoenix 7 hours

4/25 Free

9:00 AM GC – 0-2

Being in Tune We will discuss how to develop settings and climates of care through which close relationships with children can be developed. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Tiffany Simon Child and Family Resources, Inc. 2830 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 28 aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 7 horas

4/25 Gratis

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

Mesa 2 hours

4/28 Free

4:00 PM GD – 2-5+

Unidos en el Corazón Reflexionaremos en el cuidado de infantes y niños pequeños dentro de grupos. Discutiremos cómo desarrollar una relación responsiva con cada niño y su familia, dentro del contexto del grupo.

“Please Don’t Eat Your Pencil" Children who are just learning the sounds of letters are capable of writing in a variety of ways. Simple strategies to facilitate meaningful writing in the classroom will be shared.

Entrenador: Eve Del Real Locación: Child and Family Resources, Inc. 2830 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 28 Registrarse: aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Agencia: Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Trainer: Davona Eshman Location: Health and Wellness Building 846E 1833 West Southern Avenue Room HW Register: https://sites.google.com/site/ mcceducatorsacademy/ Agency: Mesa Community College Educators Academy

Tempe 7 hours

4/25 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

Together in Care In this session, we will discuss how to develop settings and climates of care through which close relationships with children can be developed. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Barb Milner University of Phoenix 1625 West Fountainhead Parkway aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Phoenix 2 hours

4/25 Free

10:30 AM GD – 0-5

Nurtured Heart Series- Part Four of Eight What is inner Wealth?. This training module builds upon modules two and three by introducing participants to the methodology of instilling inner wealth in children and guiding them to increasing levels of success often with only a few minutes of intervention. Trainer: Location:

Fountain Hills 2 hours

4/29 Free

6:00 PM GD – All

Environments that Nuture Early Language and Literacy This training provides helpful strategies for creating book areas in classrooms or homes that are inviting to young children. Participants will discuss setting up an effective environment that supports language and literacy development. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Sunflower Preschool 15055 North Fountain Hills Boulevard Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Mesa 2 hours

4/29 Free

6:00 PM GD – 0-5

Attachment and Bonding With Infants and Toddlers Parents and caregivers learn the importance of infant attachment/bonding milestones, how to facilitate their development, and how infants with a strong attachment and bond become more capable toddlers and children. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Family Resource Center Trainer Family Resource Center 817 North Country Club Drive 480-834-9424 or www.childcrisis.org/frc Child Crisis Center

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 6 hours

5/2 Free

TBD HS – 0-5

Mesa 3 hours

5/2 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

Empowering Habits, Empowering Lives Join early childhood development partners from across the state in this interactive and informative conference. Explore the Empower standards and policies through a variety of engaging workshops!

First Time Daddies This workshop presents practical information to expectant and new fathers in a comfortable all-guy setting. Learn basics of infant care and the importance of dad’s role in baby’s life.

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Arizona Department of Health Services Desert Willow Conference Center 340 East Cotton Center Boulevard www.theempowerpack.org Arizona Department of Health Services

Phoenix 16 hours

5/2 and 5/16 Free

8:00 AM GD – 0-2

Brain Builders for Life Training Institute Integrative approach to teaching early brain development and concepts of child development. Must attend both days. Will receive $25 incentive upon completion.

Family Resource Center Trainer Family Resource Center 817 North Country Club Drive 480-834-9424 or www.childcrisis.org/frc Child Crisis Center

Phoenix 2 hours

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Phoenix 2 hours

Phoenix 2 horas

8:30 AM GD – 0-5

Nurtured Heart Series- Part Five of Eight The three strands of the Nurtured Heart Approach provides participants with an understanding of some basic underlying strategies comprising the NHA, called Strands and how to apply them. Completion of entire series is required to recieve a certificate. Trainer: Location:

9:00 AM HS – 0-5

Hand Washing, Diapering, Sanitation Training to discuss and practice hand washing, diapering and sanitation procedures in the child care setting according to best practice.

Trainer: Patty Merk, Ph.D. , Stephanie Copeland, MAS-IFP and Detza Van Bogaert, MSW Location: University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 Easy Broadway Road Register: Stephanie Copeland 602-827-8229 smartell@email.arizona.edu Agency: University of Arizona – Maricopa County Cooperative Extension

5/2 Free

Maricopa County Department of Public Health Trainer Maricopa County Department of Public Health 4041 North Central Avenue 14th Floor Training Room claudiacorral@mail.maricopa.gov Maricopa County Department of Public Health

5/2 Gratis

9:00 AM HS – 0-5

Lavarse Las Manos, Cambio de Pañales y Saneamiento Aprendael método más efectivo para detener la propagación de gérmenes y enfermedades contagiosas. En éste taller, los participantes aprenderán la importancia de mantener buenas condiciones sanitarias y procedimientos para cambiar pañales en los centros de cuidado infantil (guarderías). Entrenador: Locación: Registrarse: Agencia:

Child Care Health Consultant Maricopa County Department of Public Health 4041 North Central Avenue 6° Piso Cuarto Vista claudiacorral@mail.maricopa.gov Maricopa County Department of Public Health

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Mesa 4 hours

5/2 Free

9:00 AM OT – All

Phoenix 2 hours

5/2 Free

5:00 PM OT – All

Breaking the Ice With New Staff Even the highest senior staff has once been a new employee. How can you make a new team member be a good addition to your purpose as a company? It starts with understanding how to create the right environment and attitude.

Trainer: New Directions Staff Location: Banner Desert Medical Center Juniper Room Rosati Education Center 1400 South Dobson Road Register: 602-230-2273 info@newdirectionsinstitute.org Agency: New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

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Phoenix 2 hours

Playtime with Dad The class is for dads and children (3-5yrs) to enjoy a variety of creative play experiences while enhancing their bond with their child. A light dinner is provided. Registration required!

5/2 Free

10:30 AM GD – 0-5

Nurtured Heart Series- Part Six of Eight Recognitions: The Tools for Building Inner Wealth teaches participants about the role recognition plays in building a child’s inner wealth, enhancing the relationship with the child, and fostering the child’s self-esteem. Participants are introduced to four effective methods of verbal recognition and how to apply them to promote positive choices and behavior on the part of the children they serve. Completion of entire series is required to recieve a certificate. Trainer: Location:

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Ahwatukee 1 hour, 3 weeks

5/5, 5/12, 5/19 Free

6:00 PM GD – 2-5

Trainer: Thrive to Five Location: Kyrene De Las Lomas 11820 South Warner-Elliot Loop Register: Irma Horton at 480-541-1526 ihorton@kyrene.org Agency: Thrive to Five

Scottsdale 2 hours

5/6 Free

6:00 PM GD – All

Music and Movement for Early Childhood Settings During this hands-on interactive workshop, participants will be provided guidelines for choosing and using music and learn strategies on how to incorporate it into classroom curriculum. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Scottsdale Child Care and Learning Center 13831 North 94th Street Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 4 hours

5/7 Free

9:00 AM HS – All

Child Safety Around Vehicles Over 10,000 children die per year in traffic accidents and most are preventable. What you do not know, when it comes to vehicle safety CAN hurt you. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman SontarahLife 8900 North Central Avenue, Suite 309 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Fountain Hills 2 hours

5/7 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Nutrition for Young Children in Child Care This workshop will provide a foundation for child care providers in basic nutrition principles and practices for young children. Strategies will be offered towards food selection, meal planning and healthy eating practices. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Here We Grow Learning Center 16901 East Palisades Boulevard Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Tempe 4 hours

5/9 Free

9:00 AM OT – All

Wired for Success® Workshops explore brain development with a special focus on Security, Touch, Eyes (vision), Play, and Sound, the five key components of New Directions S.T.E.P.S.® curriculum and practical methods for stimulating healthy brain development in children. Trainer: New Directions Staff Location: Medical Office Building 1492 South Mill Street, Suite 208 Register: 480-784-5588 info@newdirectionsinstitute.org Agency: New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

Tempe 7 horas

5/9 Gratis

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

Estableciendo el Cimiento Esta sesión se centra en apoyar el aprendizaje temprano. Enfocaremos en el desarrollo cerebral, la planificación curricular adecuada, el desarrollo de lenguaje y los descubrimientos de la infancia. Entrenador: Eve Del Real Location: University of Phoenix 1625 West Fountainhead Parkway Register: aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Agencia: Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Mesa 2 hours

5/12 Free

6:00 PM GD – All

Language and Literacy in Guiding Children’s Behavior This training provides strategies using the WARM Approach. The importance of using language and literacy to guide children’s behavior that is challenging is also discussed. Trainer: Locación: Registrarse: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Noah’s Ark Preschool 2745 North 32nd Street Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Surprise 2 hours

5/12 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Southwest Human Development Trainer Above and Beyond Preschool 17475 West Bell Road, Surprise Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 3.5 hours

5/14 Free

6:00 PM GD – 0-2

Protective Urges In this session we will explore how building positive partnerships with families can ease the tensions that may arise within these unique relationships. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Tiffany Simon Child and Family Resources, Inc. 2830 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 28 aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Phoenix 2 hours

5/15 Free

5:00 PM GD – All

Fairness and Jealousy Can you really be fair when it comes to children? If we see children and treat them as who they are instead of who the other child is that would be considered fair. Learn to stop the versus that creates jealousy. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Mesa 5/16 2 hours Free

8:00AM GD – All

Health and Safety Practices for Young Children Recent statistics indicate that three out of 10 children require medical help as a result of an accident. What makes these statistics so startling is that most of these injuries could have been prevented. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Self Development Preschool 1721 North Greenfield Road Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Mesa 2 hours

5/16 Free

8:00 AM GD – All

Designing the Physical Environment for Optimal Learning This training was developed to address the need for thoughtful physical environments for young children and enable teachers / child care providers to see the relationship between physical environments and optimal learning. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Self Development Preschool 1721 North Greenfield Road Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Phoenix 2 hours

5/16 Free

8:00 AM GD – All

Making Books with Children Creating Books is exciting and fun for children and is a great way to develop a lifelong love of books and reading. This workshop will get children interested in reading by helping them make their own books. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Desert Dawn Private School 15815 North 40th Street Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Phoenix 2 hours

5/16 Free

8:30 AM GD – 0-5

Nurtured Heart Series- Part Seven of Eight This part of the series helps participants understand the concept of “resets,” transforming negative behavior to positive behavior by delivering attention, feedback, and emotion while behavior is good or neutral (time-in) and none for negative behavior (time-out). Completion of entire series is required to recieve a certificate. Trainer: Location:

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 7 hours

5/16 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

Together in Care In this session, we will discuss how to develop settings and climates of care through which close relationships with children can be developed. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Tiffany Simon Child and Family Resources, Inc. 2830 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 28 aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Tempe 7 horas

5/16 Gratis

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

El Poder de la Cultura Esta sesión enfoca en la cultura como elemento fundamental de la identidad. Participantes exploraran sus creencias personales acerca de la cultura y cómo afectan sus prácticas de cuidado infantil. Entrenador: Eve Del Real Locación: University of Phoenix 1625 West Fountainhead Parkway Registrarse: aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Agencia: Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Tempe 7 hours

5/16 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

Laying the Foundation This session focuses on supporting early learning in infants and toddlers through an overview of early brain development, appropriate curriculum planning, language development and discoveries of infancy. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Barb Milner University of Phoenix 1625 West Fountainhead Parkway aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Mesa 1.5 hours

5/16 Free

10:00 AM GD – All

Playtime with Dad Father involvement promotes healthy and successful children; “Playtime” invites new fathers, adoptive, and male caregivers to enjoy a variety of creative learning, bonding and fun experiences with their child. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Family Resource Center Trainer Family Resource Center 817 North Country Club Drive 480-834-9424 or www.childcrisis.org/frc Child Crisis Center

Phoenix 2 hours

5/16 Free

10:30 AM GD – 0-5

Nurtured Heart Series- Part Eight of Eight This part of the series unites knowledge gained from prior modules to guides providers/administrators in coordinated application of the techniques, tools, and strategies of NHA to support their work with children and families. Completion of entire series is required to recieve a certificate. Trainer: Location:

Phoenix 4 hours

5/16 Free

5:00 PM PA – All

Problem Solving as a Team Solution minded people are those that display creativity, focus and are not confined to boundaries motivated by tradition. Can you imagine having a whole team with this kind of mind frame? This class is the starting point to creating a team where productivity is not held up by problems at the workplace. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 2 hours

5/17 Free

5:00 PM PA – All

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Tempe 2 hours

5/18 Free

6:15 PM GD – 0-2

Enhacing Early Literacy Skills in Children This workshop examines the process children go through in cracking the code to language and how this understanding links to early literacy development. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Imagination Station Child Care 6454 South McClintock Drive Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Mesa 2 hours

5/19, 5/20 and 5/21 6:00 PM Free GD – 0-2

Expectant Parent and Infant Care This three day class offers expectant parents and caregivers relevant information on three popular and meaningful topics: Calming a Crying Baby, Basic Infant Care, and Infant Brain Development. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Family Resource Center Trainer Family Resource Center 817 North Country Club Drive 480-834-9424 or www.childcrisis.org/frc Child Crisis Center

Gilbert 4 hours

5/23 Free

8:30 AM OT – All

New Directions Staff Mercy Gilbert Medical Center 3555 South Val Vista, Conference Room 3 602-371-1366 email info@newdirectionsinstitute.org New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

Phoenix 4 hours

5/23 Free

5:00 PM GD – All

Fear from Parents How long and how strong should we hold onto our children for fear of society? If you hold on too loose they may fall prey, if you hold on too tight you may suffocate and hurt them yourself. Let’s talk about how embrace and not choke your child. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Phoenix 4 hours

5/24 Free

9:00 AM GD – All

Patient Parenting Parenting is and always will be the most challenging and rewarding job you will ever have but you have to have the tools to do it successfully and that’s patience your child counts on it. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 2 hours

5/26 Free

6:00 PM GD – All

Effective Teaching Strategies for Supporting SocialEmotional Literacy Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Desert Dawn Private School 15815 North 40th Street Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Mesa 2 hours

5/28 Free

10:00 AM GD – 0-2

Understanding Temperament Parents learn a child's personality has several components: temperament, environment, and character. Learn how personality is shaped by these, and gain knowledge on how to improve parent/child relationships. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Family Resource Center Trainer Family Resource Center 817 North Country Club Drive 480-834-9424 or www.childcrisis.org/frc Child Crisis Center

Tempe 7 hours

5/30 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

The Power of Culture This session focuses on culture as the fundamental building block of identity. Participants will explore their personal believes about culture and how this impacts their child care practice. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Barb Milner University of Phoenix 1625 West Fountainhead Parkway aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Phoenix 4 hours

5/30 Free

5:00 PM GD – All

Fighting As long as they are human they will fight! As much as we hate to see our children fight with their friends we must understand that it is a normal part of life. If we remove ourselves as protectors and begin to teach, the real fight has been won. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Chandler 1 hour

6/1, 6/8, and 6/15 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-5

New Directions Staff Basha Library 5990 South Val Vista Drive 480-782-2842 or www.chandlerlibrary.org New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

Phoenix 4 hours

6/3 Free

5:00 PM GD – All

Financial Planning EVERYBODY should plan ahead in creating a solid future for your family... Easier said than done, regardless let's take two hours to at least point you in the right direction starting with the most challenging task and that is DISCIPLINE. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman SontarahLife 8900 North Central Avenue, Suite 309 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Chandler 1.5 hours

6/5, 6/12, and 6/19 10:00 AM Free GD – 2-5

New Directions Staff Basha Library 5990 South Val Vista Drive 480-782-2842 or www.chandlerlibrary.org New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

Tempe 16 hours

6/6 and 6/20 Free

8:30 AM GD – 0-2

Phoenix 2 hours

6/7 Free

5:00 PM GD – All

Habits Habits our children have that bother us are mostly psychologica. Once we recognize them they will tend to grow and impact more and more emotionally from nose picking, hair tugging, even over-eating. You might have gathered a habit of getting annoyed by these actions. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Scottsdale 2 hours

6/11 Free

6:00 PM GD – All

CSEFEL Infant/Toddlers Series – Promoting Social and Emotional Competence These two-eight hour sessions will increase your skills on how to promote social and emotional skills with infants and toddlers.

Sharing Books with Children This workshop will introduce providers to a variety of strategies for sharing books with and telling stories with children to support curriculum themes and encourage a love for reading.

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Tina LeBaron Association for Supportive Child Car 3910 South Rural Road, Suite O 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Mesa 4 hours

6/6 Free

9:00 AM OT – All

Wired for Success® Workshops explore brain development with a special focus on Security, Touch, Eyes (vision), Play, and Sound, the five key components of NDI’s S.T.E.P.S.® curriculum and practical methods for stimulating healthy brain development in children. Trainer: New DirectionsStaff Location: Banner Desert Medical Center Rosati Education Center, Juniper Room 1400 South Dobson Register: 602-230-2273 info@newdirectionsinstitute.org Agency: New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

Southwest Human Development Trainer Scottsdale Child Care and Learning Center 13831 North 94th Street Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Phoenix 2.5 hours

6/11 $30

6:30 PM GD – 2-5+

Discovering the Literacy of the Digital: Technology as a “Language” of Learning Children can use technology to explore the world and communicate. Investigate technology as one of The Hundred Languages of Children, exploring its possibilities as a “language” of teaching/learning. Dinner included. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Eric Bucher Arizona Science Center 600 East Washington Street www.azscience.org, 602-716-2018 Arizona Science Center

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 4 hours

6/12 $75

9:00 AM GD – All

Tempe 4 hours

6/13 Free

9:00 AM OT – All

STEM Studio: Technology Tools/Time for Tinkering and Think-ering Tinker with gadgets and gizmos, investigate technology as a tool for learning, and take back an engineered robot, activities, and strategies to engage children three-eight in STEM. Lunch included.

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Trainer: New Directions Staff Location: Medical Office Building 1492 South Mill Street, Suite 208 Register: 480-784-5588 info@newdirectionsinstitute.org Agency: New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

Eric Bucher Northern Arizona University North Valley Campus 15451 North 28th Avenue www.azscience.org, 602-716-2018 Arizona Science Center

Glendale 6/13 8:00 AM 2 hours Free GD – All Creating Meaninful Environments for Language and Literacy Development Thoughtful designs and well utilized physical environments can set the stage for nurturing to blossom. Participants will be introduced to developmentally appropriate room arrangement. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Nana’s Place Preschool Academy 10046 North 43rd Avenue Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Phoenix 2 hours

6/13 Free

9:00 AM GD – All

Understanding a Child’s Mind Children think differently than we do, but react and behave the same as we do. Do you throw an adult tantrum when things don’t go the way you want? Let’s find out. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Phoenix 6.5 hours

6/13 $200

9:00 AM GD – All

Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Technology with Children Ages Three-Eight Conference Explore fundamental concepts about how children can learn with technology, play with developmentally appropriate technology uses, and take back activities and strategies to engage children three-eight. Breakfast/ lunch included. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Eric Bucher, and Arizona Department of Education Staff Arizona Department of Education 3300 North Central Avenue, 16th Floor www.azscience.org, 602-716-2018 Arizona Science Center

Mesa 1 hour

6/16, 6/23, 6/30 Free

10:00 AM GD – 0-2

Brain Time For children birth to 18 months old. A three part series that follow a classic story time format, includes time for parent/ child to work and play together using Brain Boxes®. Trainer: New Directions Staff Location: Red Mountain Branch Library 635 North Power Road Register: 480- 644-3100 Agency: New Directions Institute for Brain Development

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa

Mesa 1 hour

6/16, 6/23, 6/30 Free

11:00 AM GD – 2-5

Brain Time For children 18 months old to three years. A three part series that follow a classic story time format, includes time for parent/child to work and play together using Brain Boxes®. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

New Directions Staff Red Mountain Branch Library 635 North Power Road 480- 644-3100 New Directions Institute for Brain Development

Mesa 1.5 hours

6/16, 6/23, 6/30 Free

12:30 PM GD – 2-5

KinderPrep B A series of three workshops for parents/caregivers with their children ages three-five years old. Each session will focus on inexpensive at home activities that will enhance brain development and success in school. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

New Directions Staff Red Mountain Library 635 North Power Road 480- 644-3100 New Directions Institute for Brain Development

Surprise 2 hours

6/16 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Southwest Human Development Trainer Above and Beyond Preschool 17475 West Bell Road Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Phoenix 4 hours

6/18 Free

9:00 AM GD – All

Family Values A man who builds success but loses his family in the process isn’t so successful. Family is very important, it is the core that creates our very morals, principals and gives us VALUE. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman SontarahLife 8900 North Central Avenue, Suite 309 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Phoenix 2 hours

6/20 Free

8:00 AM GD – All

Creating Opportunities for Language Expression Participants will learn how they can plan and facilitate classroom routines or play activities, extend social interactions, or structure the environment to promote interactive language experiences for young children. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Southwest Human Development Trainer Desert Dawn Private School 15815 North 40th Street Ondina Olivero at 602-633-8654 oolivero@swhd.org Southwest Human Development

Phoenix 16 hours

6/20 and 6/27 Free

8:30 AM GD – 0-2

Tina LeBaron Mark Lutheran Church 3030 East Thunderbird Road 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Early Childhood Quarterly

Maricopa Phoenix 4 hours

6/20 Free

9:00 AM GD – All

Tempe 3.5 hours

6/27 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

Most Common Medication/Side Effects Bi-polar, Autism, Depression, Stress there are so many mood disorders, chemical imbalances, and mental challenges which means medication that come with side effects, is it necessary?

A Space to Grow This session focuses on the intentional use of space, equipment, and materials to support children’s development and learning in infant and toddler care program.

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Tempe 7 hours

6/20 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

Barb Milner University of Phoenix 1625 West Fountainhead Parkway aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Tempe 3.5 hours

6/27 Free

1:30 PM GD – 0-2

Children First We will focus on the parallels between inclusive and responsive caregiving and on partnering with families, early intervention specialists and discuss strategies for adapting toys, materials and the environment.

Bathing Children in Language We will discuss infant and toddler needs in terms of language development as they move through the ages of infancy. Strategies for promoting language development will be given.

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Barb Milner University of Phoenix 1625 West Fountainhead Parkway aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Gilbert 4 hours

6/27 Free

8:30 AM OT – All

Wired for Success® Workshops explore brain development with a special focus on Security, Touch, Eyes (vision), Play, and Sound, the five key components of NDI’s S.T.E.P.S.® curriculum and practical methods for stimulating healthy brain development in children. Trainer: New Directions Staff Location: Mercy Gilbert Medical Center 3555 South Val Vista, Conference Room 3 Register: 602-371-1366 info@newdirectionsinstitute.org Agency: New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development

Barb Milner University of Phoenix 1625 West Fountainhead Parkway aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Phoenix 2 hours

6/27 Free

5:00 PM GD – All

Homework Hassles The more important their homework is to you the less important it is to them. Homework could be a time to engage with your child in a positive way, you just might be missing that opportunity. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Michael Freeman Pre-Kademy 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Suite 2 Tasha Freeman at 602-997-2371 SontarahLife

Early Childhood Quarterly

Navajo

NAVAJO Show Low 2 hours

Show Low 7 hours 4/9 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Dramatic Play Alternatives This workshop is designed to guide home child care and center providers to planning fun and creative ideas for the dramatic play area. Trainer: Sharon Raban Location: Kidz Town 1233 Fawnbrook, Building E and F Register: 866-987-2469 Projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Holbrook 4 hours

5/2 Free

8:00 AM GD – 0-2

Helping Parents Understand Temperament This workshop provides an introduction to the concept of temperament and to five key temperament traits. Participants own temperaments will be discussed. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Northland Pioneer College Painted Desert Campus, Room 142 2251 East Navajo Boulevard 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

Show Low 2 hours

5/5 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Balancing Work and Family This workshop is designed to help participants creatively solve the challenges facing them as they try to balance their work and personal lives. Trainer: Sharon Raban Location: Kidz Town 1233 Fawnbrook, Building E and F Register: 866-987-2469 Projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

5/16 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

STEPS We will discuss children’s need to feel secure, loved; to be cuddled and held; receive visual and sound stimulation and have opportunities to play frequently thought the day. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Pam Webb Call for location aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Show Low 4 hours

6/6 Free

8:00 AM GD – 0-2

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Northland Pioneer College White Mountain Campus Aspen Building, Room 110 1001 West Deuce of Clubs 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

Show Low 2 hours

6/9 Free

6:30 PM GD - All

How Does It Feel Disability Awareness Learn more about common disabilities such as cerebral palsy, mental retardation, autism and ADHD. Trainer: Sharon Raban Location: Kidz Town 1233 Fawnbrook, Building E and F Register: 866-987-2469 Projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Early Childhood Quarterly

Navajo - Pinal Holbrook 4 hours

6/27 Free

8:00 AM GD – 0-2

The Importance of Play Play is the central activity in the lives of healthy young children. This workshop will focus on how play helps children develop. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Northland Pioneer College Painted Desert Campus, Room 142 2251 East Navajo Boulevard 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

PINAL Coolidge 2 hours

4/7 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Ideal Interactions We will discuss ways to make sure that your child care environment meets these important needs as well as to discuss the do’s and don’ts for interacting with children. Trainer: Jeanne Velasquez Location: Home Away From Home 800 West Vah Inn Road Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Apache Junction 3 hours

4/18 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-5

Self-Regulation in the Classroom Come and learn about what self-regulation looks like in young children, what can challenge children’s emerging regulation skills, and how to support this process in the classroom. Trainer: Jessica Coplan Location: Easter Seals Blake Foundation 288 North Ironwood Drive, Suite 115 Register: 1-866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Coolidge 2 hours

4/21 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Environments that Nurture Early Language and Literacy The early care and education environment is essential to supporting children’s language and literacy skills; therefore, it is crucial that it reflects the diversity of the children. Trainer: Jeanne Velasquez Location: Home Away From Home 800 West Vah Inn Road Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Casa Grande 2 hours

4/23 Free

6:00 PM GD – All

Welcoming Environments Whenever you make changes in the physical arrangement of your program, the overall goal should be to make the environment inviting for the children to play. Come learn how! Trainer: Jeanne Velasquez Location: SB6- Parks and Recreation 404 East Florence Boulevard Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation/ United Way of Pinal County

Casa Grande 2 horas

4/25 Gratis

9:00 AM GD – All

Apoyando a su alumno bilingüe Exploraremos la importancia de apoyar la lengua materna de los niños y ayudarlos a aprender un idioma diferente. Aprenderán estrategias para ayudar a los niños a convertirse en estudiantes bilingües. Entrenador: Lourdes Rodríguez Locación: Easter Seals Blake Foundation 1115 East Florence Boulevard, Suite A Registrarse: 866-987-2469 Projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agencia: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Early Childhood Quarterly

Pinal Casa Grande 2 horas

4/25 Gratis

11:00 AM GD – 0-5

¿Por Qué Los Niños No Duermen? Estrategias para que los niños duerman mejor. Hablaremos de las dificultades que enfrentan las proveedoras de cuidado cuando tratan de que los niños tomen la siesta, cual es la mejor hora y que pueden hacer para ayudarlos. Entrenador: Lourdes Rodríguez Locación: Easter Seals Blake Foundation 1115 East Florence Boulevard, Suite A Registrarse: 866-987-2469 Projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agencia: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Casa Grande 2 hours

4/30 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Caring for the Caregiver – Reducing Stress! You can only take good care of children if you are also taking good care of yourself! We will develop strategies to cope with the stressors in our lives. Trainer: Jeanne Velasquez Location: SB6- Parks and Recreation 404 East Florence Boulevard Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation/ United Way of Pinal County

Casa Grande 2 hours

5/7 Free

6:30 PM GD – 0-5

I’m Mad, I’m Glad, I’m Sad Traditionally children’s emotional vocabulary has been limited to words such as happy, mad, sad, and scared. Research shows that by expanding children’s emotional vocabulary, they develop a deeper understanding of how they feel. Trainer: Jeanne Velasquez Location: SB6- Parks and Recreation 404 East Florence Boulevard Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation/ United Way of Pinal County

Coolidge 2 hours

5/12 Free

6:30 PM PA - All

Connecting with Parents - The Other Half of Your Job This workshop focuses on strategies for developing positive relationships with the parents. We will outline skills and ways to work with parents as partners in their children’s education Trainer: Jeanne Velasquez Location: Home Away From Home 800 West Vah Inn Road Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Casa Grande 2 horas

5/16 Gratis

9:00 AM GD - All

Comprendiendo el Trastorno de Déficit de Atención e Hiperactividad Siempre está ocupado; no puede calmarse. El diagnóstico de TDAH no aplica a todos los niños. Descubramos cómo se llega a un diagnóstico, algunas técnicas de enseñanza y estrategias de disciplina. Entrenador: Lourdes Rodríguez Locación: Easter Seals Blake Foundation 1115 East Florence Boulevard, Suite A Registrarse: 866-987-2469 Projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agencia: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Casa Grande 2 horas

5/16 Gratis

11:00 AM GD – All

¡Sonríe! Salud Oral Para Niños Este taller proveerá herramientas y recursos para enseñar y promover un cuidado oral saludable en niños. Este entrenamiento cumple con el estándar 7 Salud Oral del Programa Empower del AZDHS. Entrenador: Lourdes Rodríguez Locación: Easter Seals Blake Foundation 1115 East Florence Boulevard, Suite A Registrarse: 866-987-2469 Projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agencia: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Early Childhood Quarterly

Pinal Casa Grande 2 hours

5/19 Free

6:00 PM GD – All

Casa Grande 3.5 hours

5/27 Free

6:00 PM GD – 0-2

Teaching Children About Respect We will discuss how we as caregivers can teach children how to be respectful to others. We will discuss techniques that empower and encourage appropriate behavior in the children we work with.

A Space to Grow This session focuses on the intentional use of space, equipment, and materials to support children’s development and learning in infant and toddler care program.

Trainer: Jeanne Velasquez Location: SB6- Parks and Recreation 404 East Florence Boulevard Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation/ United Way of Pinal County

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Casa Grande 3 hours

5/23 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-5

Determining the Meaning of Behavior Participants will learn about challenging behavior in infants and toddlers and learn about developing appropriate responses and ways to partner with families to plan solutions.

Stephanie Castillo-Leon Child and Family Resources, Inc. 1729 North Trekell Road, Suite120 aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Casa Grande 2 hours

6/4 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Trainer: David Sherwood Location: Easter Seals Blake Foundation 1115 East Florence Boulevard, Suite A Register: 1-866-987-2469 or projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Coolidge 2 hours

Apache Junction 2 hours

5/26 Free

6:30 PM GD – 0-5

Far Ago and Long Away - Why Read Aloud? Current research now indicates, “The single most important activity for building the knowledge required for eventual success in reading is reading aloud to children. Trainer: Jeanne Velasquez Location: Home Away From Home 800 West Vah Inn Road Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

6/9 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Where The Wild Things Are 5 Personality Types of Children with Challenging Behaviors. Most children fall into 5 basic personality types that stem from inborn physical characteristics. Providers can fit their style with each child’s unique personality. Trainer: Jeanne Velasquez Location: SB6- Empowerment Systems 2066 West Apache Trail, Suite 104 Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation/ United Way of Pinal County

Early Childhood Quarterly

Pinal – Yavapai Casa Grande 3.5 hours

6/17 Free

6:00 PM GD – 0-2

Casa Grande 2 hours

6/23 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Bathing Children in Language We will discuss infant’s and toddler’s needs in terms of language development as they move through the ages of infancy. Strategies for promoting language development will be given.

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Trainer: Jeanne Velasquez Location: SB6- Empowerment Systems 2066 West Apache Trail, Suite 104 Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation/ United Way of Pinal County

Stephanie Castillo-Leon Child and Family Resources, Inc. 1729 North Trekell Road, Ste. 120 aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Casa Grande 2 hours

6/18 Free

6:30 PM GD – 2-5

Say What? : Including Children with Speech Challenges Every child communicates. Eye signals, brief gestures, and five-word sentences are all important signals of the child’s needs. Children who have developmental delay frequently need more assistance to develop effectively Trainer: Location: Register: Email: Agency:

Jeanne Velasquez SB6- Parks and Recreation 404 East Florence Boulevard 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Easter Seals Blake Foundation/ United Way of Pinal County

Apache Junction 3 hours

6/20 Free

9:00 AM GD – 2-5

Building Relationships and Creating Supportive Environments Participants will be able to examine in depth children’s challenging behavior; identify strategies that can be used to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues; and plan activities that promote engagement. Trainer: Jessica Coplan Location: Easter Seals Blake Foundation 288 North Ironwood Drive, Suite 115 Register: 1-866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Casa Grande 2 horas

6/27 Gratis

9:30 AM GD – 0-5

Enseñando a Los Niños Sobre el Respeto Los participantes aprenderán el impacto que está teniendo la tecnología-positivo y negativoen el desarrollo infantil. Aprendamos cómo incluir positivamente la tecnología en nuestras aulas sin comprometer el desarrollo de nuestros niños. Entrenador: Lourdes Rodríguez Locación: Niños contentos 567 West Barrus Street Registrarse: 866-987-2469 Projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agencia: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

YAVAPAI Prescott Valley 2 hours

4/9 Free

6:30 PM PA – All

Making Teams Work In this workshop providers will examine how they work together and relate to one another, listen, communicate and collaborate for the success of the of their programs and the children in their care. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Learning Castle 4701 North Robert Road 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

Early Childhood Quarterly

Yavapai Prescott 4 hours

4/11 Free

8:00 AM PA – All

Director’ Toolbox: The Right Fit This workshop will address staff recruitment, interviewing, selection and orientation in order to assist directors in finding “The Right Fit” for their team. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Trinity Presbyterian Church 630 Park Avenue 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

Prescott 2 hours

4/14 Free

6:30 PM GD – 0-5

Positive Guidance Learn how to create a climate that encourages positive behavior in your child care environment. Discipline does not have to be demeaning, degrading or harsh. Learn the difference between punishment and discipline. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Trinity Presbyterian Church 630 Park Avenue 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

Prescott 2 hours

4/23 Free

6:15 PM GD – 5+

Be a Transition Magician Join us in learning about the different types of transitions and discover new ways to make transitions fun! We will discuss why smooth transitions are important and why behavior problems occur. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Prescott YMCA 750 Whipple Street Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Cottonwood 2 hours

4/25 Free

9:00 AM GD – 2-5

Getting to Know AZ Early Learning Standards In this workshop we will discuss the newly accepted early learning standards. Teachers will have an opportunity to learn where to find this information and how to apply it to their lesson development. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Bright Futures 19 East Beach Street Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Cottonwood 2 hours

4/25 Free

11:15 AM GD – All

Healthy Child, Healthy Weight This workshop will explore the concern about the growing number of overweight children and the risks involved. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Bright Futures 19 East Beach Street Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Prescott Valley 2 hours

5/7 Free

6:30 PM HS – All

Health and Safety Practices This workshop will address strategies for keeping the child care environment safe and healthy. Hand washing and Diapering will be discussed. Wellness of the caregiver will also be addressed. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Learning Castle 4701 North Robert Road 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

Early Childhood Quarterly

Yavapai Prescott 4 hours

5/9 Free

8:00 AM GD – 0-2

Prescott Valley 2 hours

5/9 Free

1:00 PM GD – 5+

Helping Parents Understand Temperament This workshop provides an introduction to the concept of temperament and to five key temperament traits. Participants own temperaments will be discussed.

Power Struggles in School Age Care Come learn to turn power struggles into learning opportunities. This workshop will focus on techniques for avoiding power struggles in their environment.

Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Trainer: Location: Register: Email: Agency:

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Trinity Presbyterian Church 630 Park Avenue 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

Prescott Valley 2 hours

5/9 Free

9:00 AM GD – 5+

Everybody Wins – Conflict Resloution If we want children to handle conflicts constructively and nonviolently then we need to take a look at how we handle conflict. This workshop presents handling conflicts positively. Trainer: Ronnie Armstrong Location: Busy Bee Learning Center 8665 East Florentine Road Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Prescott Valley 2 hours

5/9 Free

11:00 AM GD – 5+

Before and After School Creative Experiences This workshop will give you ideas on new ways school-age children can experience the responsibilities of independence within a safe environment with the support from you! Trainer: Ronnie Armstrong Location: Busy Bee Learning Center 8665 East Florentine Road Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Ronnie Armstrong Busy Bee Learning Center 8665 East Florentine Road 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Sedona 2 hours

5/12 Free

6:00 PM GD – 0-5

Transition Magician Join us in learning about the different types of transitions and discover new ways to make transitions fun! We will discuss why smooth transitions are important and why behavior problems occur. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Precious Stones 390 Dry Creek Road Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation Content

Prescott 2 hours

5/12 Free

6:15 PM GD – 2-12

Where The Wild Things Are Five Personality Types of Children with Challenging Behaviors. Most children fall into five basic personality types that stem from inborn physical characteristics. Providers can fit their style with each child’s unique personality. Trainer: Ronnie Armstrong Location: Prescott YMCA 750 Whipple Street Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Early Childhood Quarterly

Yavapai Cottonwood 2 hours

5/19 Free

6:30 PM PA – All

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Aspen Ridge Apartments 831 East Mingus Avenue 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

Cottonwood 4 hours

6/6 Free

8:00 AM GD – 0-2

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Aspen Ridge Apartments 831 East Mingus Avenue 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

Prescott 16 hours

6/6 and 6/13 Free

8:00 AM GD – 0-5

Brain Builders for Life Training Institute – Prenatal to Age 3 Integrative approach to teaching early brain development and concepts of child development. Must attend both days. Participants will receive a $25 incentive upon completion. Trainer: Patty Merk, Ph.D. , Stephanie Copeland, MAS-IFP and Detza Van Bogaert, MSW Location: University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4341 East Broadway Road Register: Stephanie Copeland 602-827-8229 smartell@email.arizona.edu Agency: University of Arizona – Maricopa County Cooperative Extension

Prescott Valley 2 hours

6/11 Free

6:30 PM GD – All

Positive Guidance Learn how to create a climate that encourages positive behavior in your child care environment. Learn the difference between discipline and punishment. Trainer: Location: Register: Agency:

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Learning Castle 4701 North Robert Road 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

Chino Valley 2 hours

6/13 Free

9:00 AM GD – All

Connecting with Parents-The Other Half of your Job This workshop focuses on strategies for developing positive relationships with the parents. We will outline skills and ways to work with parents as partners in their children’s education. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Valley Learning Center 2235 South Highway 89 Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Sedona 7 hours

6/13 Free

9:00 AM GD – 0-2

Pam Webb Call for location aiti@cfraz.org or 1-877-733-1270 Child and Family Resources, Inc.

Early Childhood Quarterly

Yavapai Chino Valley 2 hours

6/13 Free

11:00 AM GD – All

Playing Doctor or Simulating Abuse Sexual curiosity and behaviors of young children range from questioning to “playing doctor” to imitating adult sexual behavior. Join us to understand the difference. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Valley Learning Center 2235 South Highway 89 Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Chino Valley 2 hours

6/13 Free

Prescott 2 hours

6/23 Free

6:15 PM GD – 5+

Building Blocks to Science Participants will work on projects and bring ideas back to their centers. This workshop will also discuss different areas of science, why it is an important and often forgotten subject. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Prescott YMCA 750 Whipple Street Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

1:00 PM GD – All

Turning Customers into Raving Fans This workshop will explore the importance of building loyal customers through excellent customer service. See how the providers, children and parents benefit when outstanding customer service is delivered. Trainer: Tina LeBaron Location: Valley Learning Center 2235 South Highway 89 Register: 866-987-2469 projectmetoo@blake.easterseals.com Agency: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Cottonwood 4 hours

6/16 Free

6:30 PM GD – 0-2

Buena Vista Children’s Services Trainer Aspen Ridge Apartments 831 East Mingus Avenue 928-300-5720 or ittp.bvcs@gmail.com Buena Vista Children’s Services

Early Childhood Quarterly

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ASCC

Associa on for Suppor ve Child Care 3910 South Rural Road Tempe, AZ 85282

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Associa on for Suppor ve Child Care ASCCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to improve the quality of child care in Arizona. ASCC programs work with child care providers to provide quality care by offering training and resources in topics such as early childhood brain development, First Aid, CPR, nutrition, safety, and appropriate guidance and discipline. ASCC helps families find child care that meets their needs. Our Phone Friend Program teaches children how to be safe when home alone and on the Internet. ASCC has served the community since 1976. For more information, visit www.asccaz.org. In partnership with:

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Early Childhood Quarterly

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Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) is a free statewide program in Arizona that provides assistance to families seeking child care, child care providers, and the community. CCR&R provides information about child care choices, child care referrals, comprehensive trainings, community workshops, and care supply and demand information. Child Care Resource & Referral is a program of the Association for Supportive Child Care. The Arizona Child Care Association (ACCA) is a partner in the Child Care Resource and Referral Coalition. 602-244-2678 (Maricopa County) 800-308-9000 (Statewide) www.azchildcare.org