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SUMMARY:Nature Based Early Childhood Educators Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Are you currently operating a nature-based program\, or ready to grow one? Whether you are refining your outdoor practices or just beginning to imagine what’s possible\, this Community of Practice (CoP) is designed to support you with clarity and confidence.\nDeveloping a deep connection to nature is foundational in early childhood\, and Vermont educators have been learning outdoors with children\, through the seasons\, for decades. This shared philosophy unites us\, while allowing space for creativity\, innovation\, and growth.\nTogether\, we will learn from one another\, from experienced guest speakers\, and from the natural world itself. We will explore topics such as health and safety\, seasonal rhythms\, advocacy\, and program design. Participants in the community of practice will get to participate in a series of four in-person visits to a variety of settings\, including a public school UPK program\, Family Child Care program\, and Center-Based programs so participants will see nature-based early learning environments in a variety of contexts.\nA Community of Practice is built on relationships and shared commitment. The hope is that participants can attend most of the sessions to strengthen our experience. Our CoP will be a hybrid model consisting of 6 sessions\, 2 virtual and 4 in person at various locations in Washington\, Orange\, Chittenden\, and Caledonia counties. Visiting other programs offers inspiration\, practical insight\, and the opportunity to reflect on your own next steps. This Community of Practice will inspire you with ideas and build your confidence in how you move forward to implement the program you envision. \nDates & Times: Wednesday\, May 20\, 2026\, 6:00PM-8:00PM \nSaturday\, June 6\, 2026\, 10:00AM-12:30PM \nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026\, 10:00AM-12:30PM \nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\, 10:00AM-12:30PM \nSaturday\, September 19\, 2026\, 10:00AM-12:30PM \nWednesday\, October 7\, 2026\, 6:00PM-8:00PM \nTrainers:  Arianna Van Houten\, April Zajko \nLocations: Session 1 and Session 6 – Zoom \nSession 2: Bradford\, VT \nSession 3: Hinesburg\, VT \nSession 4: Barre Town\, VT \nSession 5: St Johnsbury\, VT \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.vtaeyc.org/event/nature-based-early-childhood-educators-community-of-practice/
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