Please note – We reserve the right to cancel trainings with low enrollments. If you are unable to attend a session for which you have registered, please notify us so that we may take someone from the waiting list. For all series or multi-part trainings, attendance is required at all sessions since each session supports the other. Please be sure to park in back of our new building near the river or in the front spaces and enter through the door near the bench. Do not park by our old building.
Call 886-5242 to register or to cancel your registration.
Vermont’s Early Learning Standards (VELS) Guiding the Development of Children Entering Kindergarten is a 16 hours series which fulfills the Physical and Intellectual Development module of Beyond the Fundamentals. (Level II on NLCDC Career Ladder) All trainings are held from 6:30 – 8:30 PM @ SAPCC. Areas of Knowledge: Principles of Child/Youth Development, Curriculum and Learning, Physical and Intellectual Development, Healthy and Safe Environments
Language, Literacy and Communication – 2/21/12
Literacy learning begins at birth. The more experiences children have with oral language, books and communication before they enter formal school, the better equipped they are to learn to read. Oral language- a varied vocabulary, extended discourse (conversations) and stimulating environments at home and child care- is the foundation of children’s language and literacy development. Language development consists of speaking and communicating (expressive language) and listening and understanding (receptive language). There are many avenues for children to develop and refine these skills beyond reading, writing and conversing during circle time- playing with others, engaging in informal conversations during meal times, speaking with their dolls, painting at the easel, reading street signs. This training will explore the many forms that communication can take and how to support young children's language, literacy and communication through developmentally appropriate practices. CDA Subject Areas # 2, 3 and 8
Mathematics – 3/6/12
When playing in the sandbox, cooking applesauce and completing a puzzle, they are engaging in activities that allow them to develop the thinking skills that are naturally used in daily life. While children learn about mathematics through play, teachers should be intentional about what, why and how they provide play opportunities and extend children's play to make the most out of these activities. This training will explore what mathematics looks like in the preschool setting, and the role of the adult and environment in supporting children's mathematics development. CDA Subject Area: 2
Science – 3/20/12
Children are captivated by the natural world and physical events. They are curious and actively explore their world to make sense of it. They insist that teachers and family members answer their questions about everything around them. Early childhood programs offer children an opportunity to expand their explorations and deepen their curiosity while developing theories of how things work, why things happen, and so on. By cultivating this sense of wonder, we help children to become scientific thinkers. This training will explore what science looks like in play and how adults can shape the environment to promote scientific thinking, skills and knowledge. CDA Subject Areas: 2, 8
Social Studies – 4/3/12
The purpose of social studies for young children is to help them understand and participate effectively in their world. It is the study of how individuals relate to places (geography); the past (history); other people and how they live; and their environment. It is also the study of how individuals contribute to groups such as families, neighborhoods and communities through making and abiding by rules, understanding and accepting differences, and treating one another with respect, kindness and justice. This training will explore what social studies looks like in the preschool setting, and the role of the adult and environment in supporting children in learning and developing the attitudes, knowledge and dispositions of social studies. CDA Subject Areas: 2,3,8
Creative Expression – 4/17/12
Play is the main ingredient in creativity. Spontaneous and creative self-expression increases children's sense of competence and well being. Children's imaginations are enhanced when given the opportunity to explore and create. They participate and experiment for the joy of creating and discovering. Through play, children learn to appreciate their own unique approach to doing things, and the approaches of others. They extend and deepen their understanding through multiple, hands-on experiences with diverse materials and mediums, such as visual arts, theater, music and dance. This training will explore what creative expression looks like in the preschool setting, and the role of the adult and environment in supporting children's creativity. CDA Subject Areas: 2,3,8
Physical Development and Health – 5/1/12
Children enthusiastically explore how to move their bodies. They investigate and practice with intensity the small motions that lead to the mastery of fine and large motor tasks that adults often take for granted. When children can take an active role in preparing nutritious snacks, maintaining a clean and healthy environment, and caring for their bodies, they feel a sense of pride and accomplishment in their independence. This training will explore what physical development and health look like and the active role adults can play in creating learning opportunities that make health a part of everything children do. CDA Subject Areas: 1,2,8
CALENDAR
Area of Knowledge – Professionalism and Program Management CDA Subject Area #6February 9 6:30 – 8:30 PMSecond Step Refresher Course
January 5, 2012 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Have you previously been trained in Second Step, but don’t feel you are getting full use of the curriculum? Join other providers in the same situation who want to get more from their kit. You’ll leave with your questions answered and a renewed confidence in your abilities.
Area of Knowledge –Teaching and Learning CDA Subject Areas # 3 and 8
Policies and Contracts
January 31 6:30 – 8:30 SAPCC
Do you have a handbook? Or does your handbook need to be updated? Do you have a signed contract with your parents? As a professional Early Childhood Educator, it is good business to have them. Are you wondering what a handbook and contract should include? This training will help you develop these resources or update the ones you have.
STARS
February 7 6:30 – 8:30 PM
STARS (STep Ahead Recognition System) is Vermont's quality recognition system for VT child care, preschool and afterschool programs, home- and center-based. Participants in STARS are stepping ahead - going above and beyond state regulations to provide professional services that meet the needs of children and families. STARS offers you an opportunity to look at your program objectively and use child care quality indicators to identify strengths and areas for improvement. The primary incentive for participating in STARS is local and statewide recognition of your program's achievements, in addition to community awards and financial rewards (e.g., higher reimbursement on the child care financial assistance fee scale).
Area of Knowledge: Professionalism and Program Management CDA Subject Areas: 5,6
VELS – Language, Literacy and Communication 2/21/12 see full description above
I AM MOVING I AM LEARNING is an 8 hour series of classes on implementing a proactive approach for addressing childhood obesity in children. IMIL seeks to increase daily moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA), improve the quality of movement activities intentionally planned and facilitated by adults, and promote healthy food choices every day. Discussion will focus on how to promote healthy eating habits/lifestyles for children and families; recommendations for daily physical activity, both structured and unstructured; and how to imbed and infuse at least 60 minutes of Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity (MVPA) into each day (full day) for preschoolers (30 minutes for toddlers). Songs and movements to promote healthy lifestyles and self-regulation will be experienced.
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Body Language: A Movement Vocabulary for Young Children Tuesday, February 28 6:30 – 8:30 PM Area of Knowledge – Physical and Intellectual Development CDA Subject Areas: 1,2,3 VELS – Mathematics 3/6/12 see full description above Budgeting, How to Make Sense of It All Do the words Revenue and Expense make your brain hurt? Then join us for this two hour training designed to help you build a budget with the least amount of pain possible. Learn how to make sense of it all. Develop a budget to “breakeven” and explore options to make your business profitable. You will learn to develop a budget for submission with your STARS application. Everyone will take away new skills whether they are a seasoned early education professional or just starting out. This 2 hour training has something for everyone. Area of Knowledge - Professionalism and Program Management CDA Subject Area #5
Mix Up Your Variety March 8 6:30 – 8:30 PM No single food provides all the important nutrients for good health. A variety of foods are necessary to provide energy, protein, vitamins, minerals, and fiber needed for good health. Figuring out how to fit it all in to your weekly menus can be challenging. We will take a look at ways to increase variety in menu items. We will look specifically at ways to increase the variety of fruits, vegetables and whole grains served. Food program hours available. Area of Knowledge – Nutrition CDA Subject Area # 1
Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity (MVPA) – Everyday! Tuesday, March 13 6:30 – 8:30 PM This session talks about the importance of physical activity and how to incorporate movement activities with children to achieve 60 minutes of structured moderate to vigorous physical activity everyday! Activities and ideas will be shared that can be replicated with preschool aged children. Area of Knowledge – Physical and Intellectual Development CDA Subject Areas: 1,2
VELS –Science 3/20/12 see full description above
Moving With the Brain in Mind Tuesday, March 27 6:30 – 8:30 PM Young children move in a variety of ways to explore and gain knowledge about their bodies and their surrounding environment. Movement and physical activity are critical to the development of the brain and cognitive skills. In this training, learn the connection between movement and brain development as well as strategies to enhance children’s movement to support ongoing development and school readiness. Area of Knowledge : Physical and Intellectual Development CDA Subject Areas # 2,7 and 8
Becoming a CDA Advisor Thursday, March 29 5:30 - 8:30 PM HCRS Conference Room Learn the techniques and skills involved with doing a non-bias observation for the CDA candidate working in an infant/toddler, preschool or family child care program. We will provide practice opportunities to do observations and will help you become familiar with each step in the process from the first phone call to sealing the envelope. Area of Knowledge – Professionalism CDA Subject Areas # 5 and 6
VELS – Social Studies 4/3/12 see full description above
Nutrition Building Blocks Tuesday, April 10 6:30 – 8:30 PM This session will discuss research-based information to guide adults in learning new strategies for improving the quality of physical activity and healthy nutrition choices for children using the IMIL model. We will learn the impact of healthy nutrition on other learning areas, how to become more nutritionally aware and what our responsibilities are as role models for the children in our care. We will also discuss the effects of nutrition on brain development. Along with learning how to be choosy while shopping and eating, we will also learn how to embed more intentional physical activity in our children's day - we will be moving! CDA Subject Areas: 1,2 VELS - Creative Expression – 4/17/12 see full description above
3 R’s of Infant/Toddler Education Tuesday, April 24 6:30 – 8:30 PM This session will focus on the foundational 3 R’s – respectful, responsive and reciprocal care. We’ll examine what each is, what it looks like in practice and share ideas and challenges. Areas of Knowledge – Families and Communities, Child Development CDA Subject Area # 8
VELS – Physical Development and Health 5/1/12 see full description
Professionalism and Program Management Tuesday, May 8 and Tuesday, May 22 5:30 – 8:30 PM This Level II module focuses on professional development, personal wellness and topics related to child care program operation such as budgeting, goal-setting and evaluation. Participants will: develop and maintain an Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP); identify strategies to avoid stress and professional burn-out; use the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct to guide practice and decision-making; participate in the STARS and/or other quality rating programs (Accreditation); utilize the Bright Futures Information Systems (BFIS) and the Northern Lights Career Development Center as professional development tools. Area of Knowledge – Professionalism/Program Management CDA Subject Areas: 5,6
Meet Some Meat Alternatives Tuesday, May 15 6:30 – 8:30 PM Increasing the use of meat alternatives is one recommendation to the revision of the CACFP meal patterns. The question is, “What are meat alternatives and how do I include these in my meals.” Through preparing and sampling recipes, participants will learn what protein options are available. The recipes demonstrated will generate ideas to add meat alternatives to breakfast and will spotlight the use of five different proteins each week. Food program hours available. Area of Knowledge – Nutrition CDA Subject Area # 1
Never Too Early Wednesdays, May 16 and May 23 6:30 – 8:30 PM Join us for this two-part training that offers an introduction to reading and sharing books and conversation with children. Take a journey into the world of children's literature in this lively, interactive workshop and learn the importance and joy of sharing picture books and stories with even the youngest children. Learn ways to create a literacy-rich environment, and have an opportunity to share practical ideas with others. Discover ways for making books come alive through animated readings, rhymes, and extension activities that encourage language development and communication. Take home ideas you can put to use immediately in your program, along with a free set of gift books. Areas of Knowledge – Curriculum and Learning CDA Subject Areas: 2,3
Advanced Never Too Early Wednesdays, May 30 and June 6 6:30 – 8:30 PM This early literacy training is open to providers who have previously completed a two-part Never Too Early/Early Birds and Bookworms series; priority is given to participants from prior program years. It offers an opportunity to deepen knowledge of early literacy gained from previous trainings as well as from experience. The Advanced NTE training will focus on socio-emotional development: building on the NTE foundation, providers will learn how to use children's literature to nurture empathy, compassion, cooperative play, and effective communication - emotional literacy - as they nurture early literacy. Participants will receive gift books for their program. Area of Knowledge – Curriculum and Learning CDA Subject Areas: 2,3,4
So Easy Even a Baby Can Do It Tuesday, June 5 6:00 – 8:30 PM Math and science can be scary subjects, but babies are born mathematicians and scientists. Come learn how infants and toddlers form math and science concepts and what you can do to promote their learning. We'll explore how to use simple everyday items to support children's learning. Area of Knowledge – Teaching and Learning CDA Subject Areas: 2,3,4
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