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SUMMARY:Burlington South Network: Temperament-Focused Approaches to Challenging Behavior
DESCRIPTION:Each of us has a unique\, innate style that informs how we see and interact with the world. Understanding these differences can give us insight into behaviors we find challenging in others. This training will offer a framework for understanding what drives behavior and how adults can use this insight to support all children in a diverse classroom. We will learn about different temperament types and identify the strengths and challenges of each. Participants will learn practical strategies for observing temperament\, adapting environments\, and responding to challenging behaviors in ways that honor each child’s individual differences. We will also reflect on how our own temperament impacts our approach and discuss strategies for increasing the “goodness of fit” in our relationships. \nThis is a Burlington South Network Training. If you are interested in joining the Burlington South Network\, please select the appropriate option within the question: “Are you a member of the Burlington South Network?” \nDate & Time: April 29\, 2026\, 6:00PM-8:00PM \nTrainers: Aricha Drury \nLocation: Zoom \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.vtaeyc.org/event/burlington-south-network-temperament-focused-approaches-to-challenging-behavior/
CATEGORIES:Our Programs
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SUMMARY:Why Recognition Matters and Career Supports
DESCRIPTION:The ECE Profession Bill\, which would establish professional recognition for early childhood educators\, is working its way through Vermont’s Legislature. This professional development workshop provides essential background for early childhood educators who are curious about or just learning about this bill. This series is offered during the day and in the evening\, and all sessions cover the same content. \nParticipants will learn about the field-led initiative that started the conversation\, what to expect during the legislative session\, how educator voices have influenced the bill and can continue to inform the process\, and why professional recognition benefits early childhood educators\, children\, and families. \nThe session will also include information on Career Pathways to Licensure\, exploring how Vermont’s developing pathways connect to the goals of the ECE Profession Bill and support a strong\, professionalized early childhood workforce. \nPresenters will include Rachel Hunter\, Kim Freeman\, Beth Wallace\, and Adiya Kagan (presenter lineup varies by date). \nIf your organization or group would like to request a dedicated presentation on this topic\, please contact Beth Wallace at beth.wallace@vtaeyc.org. \nDates & Time: Tuesday\, May 12\, 2026\, 12:00PM-1:30PM \nTrainer:  Kim Freeman \nLocation: Zoom \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.vtaeyc.org/event/why-recognition-matters-and-career-supports/
CATEGORIES:The ECE Profession
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SUMMARY:Why Recognition Matters and Career Supports
DESCRIPTION:The ECE Profession Bill\, which would establish professional recognition for early childhood educators\, is working its way through Vermont’s Legislature. This professional development workshop provides essential background for early childhood educators who are curious about or just learning about this bill. This series is offered during the day and in the evening\, and all sessions cover the same content. \nParticipants will learn about the field-led initiative that started the conversation\, what to expect during the legislative session\, how educator voices have influenced the bill and can continue to inform the process\, and why professional recognition benefits early childhood educators\, children\, and families. \nThe session will also include information on Career Pathways to Licensure\, exploring how Vermont’s developing pathways connect to the goals of the ECE Profession Bill and support a strong\, professionalized early childhood workforce. \nPresenters will include Rachel Hunter\, Kim Freeman\, Beth Wallace\, and Adiya Kagan (presenter lineup varies by date). \nIf your organization or group would like to request a dedicated presentation on this topic\, please contact Beth Wallace at beth.wallace@vtaeyc.org. \nDates & Time: Wednesday\, May 13\, 2026\, 6:00PM-7:30PM \nTrainer: Kim Freeman \nLocation: Zoom \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.vtaeyc.org/event/why-recognition-matter-and-career-supports-5/
CATEGORIES:The ECE Profession
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SUMMARY:NAEYC Quality Assessment & Accreditation System Community of Practice - Recognition Tier (Evening)
DESCRIPTION:NAEYC Accreditation has long set the national standard for high-quality early learning programs. Accreditation signals to families\, educators\, and policymakers that a program prioritizes high-quality learning experiences and continuous improvement.\nNAEYC has redesigned its Quality Assessment & Accreditation System to better support early learning programs on their path to high-quality early education. The Early Learning Program Quality Assessment and Accreditation System now offers a more inclusive\, flexible\, and streamlined model that reflects the realities of today’s early learning landscape. This new system is more accessible to all program types and aligned with best practices.\nPrograms who are interested in diving into the updated NAEYC program standards and aligning their program policies and procedures are invited to join this Community of Practice. Together we will walk through the steps to preparing a NAEYC Recognized application\, the first tier in the new Quality Assessment & Accreditation System. By the end of this CoP\, programs will have a grounded understanding of the baseline value of NAEYC program standards and how building a foundation of quality is essential for high-quality early learning experiences and environments. \nDates & Times: Thursday\, May 14\, 2026\, 6:00PM-7:30PM \nThursday\, June 18\, 2026\, 6:00PM-7:30PM \nThursday\, July 16\, 2026\, 6:00PM-7:30PM \nThursday\, August 6\, 2026\, 6:00PM-7:30PM \nTrainer:  Julie Buechler \nLocation: Zoom \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.vtaeyc.org/event/naeyc-quality-assessment-accreditation-system-community-of-practice-recognition-tier-evening/
CATEGORIES:NAEYC,Our Programs
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SUMMARY:Play is Learning: The Six C’s of Play
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will teach us the benefits of free and guided play. We will learn how to support child-led learning while exploring the six C’s of play (collaboration\, communication\, content\, critical thinking\, creative innovations\, and confidence). \nThis is a Lyndonville Network Training. If you are interested in joining the Lyndonville Network\, please select the appropriate option within the question: “Are you a member of the Lyndonville Network?” \nDates & Times: May 20\, 2026\, 6:00PM-8:00PM \nTrainer: Carrie Becker \nLocation: Zoom \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.vtaeyc.org/event/play-is-learning-the-six-cs-of-play/
CATEGORIES:Our Programs
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SUMMARY:Infant & Toddler Network: How to Talk to Kids Before They Talk Back - Words that Make them Feel Seen\, Heard\, and Loved
DESCRIPTION:What we say to infants and toddlers shapes far more than behavior. It shapes their brains\, early identity\, and capacity for connection. In this interactive professional development session\, participants will explore the science of early language development through the lens of healthy relationship\, human connection\, and intentional language. \nPulling from two chapters of Cara’s new book\, Talk to Them Early and Often\, the session will explore a new language framework: The Talking Triangle. Through functional discussion you will identify how pre- and emerging verbal children turn our words into meaning based identity statements. Educators will also learn and practice a powerful language strategy\, The “Yes\, No\, Maybe” proposition\, a linguistic tool for responding to children’s many questions and requests in ways that preserve connection\, support regulation\, and build collaboration\, while setting and holding boundaries.\nParticipants will leave with a deeper understanding of how intentional language builds neural pathways for trust and confidence\, along with concrete sentence starters they can immediately apply in infant and toddler classrooms. \nThis is an Infant & Toddler Network Training. If you are interested in joining the Infant & Toddler Network\, please select the appropriate option within the question: “Are you a member of the Infant & Toddler Network?” \nDates & Times: June 8\, 2026\, 6:00PM-7:00PM \nTrainer: Cara Tyrrell \nLocation: Zoom \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.vtaeyc.org/event/infant-toddler-network-how-to-talk-to-kids-before-they-talk-back-words-that-make-them-feel-seen-heard-and-loved/
CATEGORIES:Our Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T180000
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SUMMARY:Burlington South Network: Taxes for Self-Employed Child Care Providers: Forms\, Filing & Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Running a child care program means wearing many hats — including managing your taxes. This training guides early childhood educators through the essentials of self-employment taxes\, including required forms\, recordkeeping tips\, and common deductions for family child care businesses. The session concludes with an open Q&A to help you leave informed and prepared. \nThis is a Burlington South Network Training. If you are interested in joining the Burlington South Network\, please select the appropriate option within the question: “Are you a member of the Burlington South Network?” \nDates & Times: September 9\, 2026\, 6:00PM-7:00PM \nTrainer:  Ashlie Smith \nLocation: Zoom \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.vtaeyc.org/event/burlington-south-network-taxes-for-self-employed-child-care-providers-forms-filing-qa/
CATEGORIES:Our Programs
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