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 […]
Early childhood educators do some of the most meaningful work in our communities but the emotional intensity, long hours, and constant demands can lead even the most passionate professionals to feel overwhelmed and exhausted. Through reflection, discussion, and real-life
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Let’s talk about how to build safety and care in the classroom by dialing in the four priorities of trauma-informed practices. In this workshop, we’ll first explore what trauma is and how to recognize it (and when we might
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.
In this engaging session, New York Times best-selling author Alyssa Blask-Campbell brings the core ideas of Tiny Humans, Big Emotions to life. Grounded in neuroscience and practical experience, this workshop reframes young children’s behavior through the lens of nervous
This session is a hands-on introduction for early childhood education (ECE) professionals who are new to artificial intelligence (AI) or have experimented with it a bit. We’ll move slowly, with step-by-step guidance, and you’ll practice using leading AI tools
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Challenging behavior can be extremely frustrating, especially when our usual tricks aren’t working. In this training, we will peek into the brains of children whose behavior adults find challenging and discover how their nervous systems may be driving their
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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). This is a
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This is a Rutland Network training. If you are interested in joining the Rutland Network or a different Vermont Early Childhood Network, please select the appropriate option when you register. Is your science area lacking opportunities for independent exploration
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This is an Addison Evening Network training. If you are interested in joining the Addison Evening Network or a different Vermont Early Childhood Network, please select the appropriate option when you register. Winter can feel long and overwhelming, but your
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