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SUMMARY:Virtual-Rethinking Exclusion
DESCRIPTION:Rethinking Exclusion \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExclusionary discipline practices—like suspension and expulsion—can have profound and lasting impacts on young children\, families\, and early learning communities. Together we will examine current trends and disproportionate impacts around exclusion in early childhood programs\, understand the developmental and academic consequences of exclusion\, and explore practical strategies to prevent exclusionary discipline. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/rethinking-exclusion/
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T183000
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SUMMARY:NEW Junior Chefs: Cooking in the classroom
DESCRIPTION:NEW Junior Chefs: Cooking in the classroom \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you enjoy cooking and want to introduce it to the children in your care? Have you tried cooking with children in the classroom but have been met with barriers/challenges?Junior Chefs invites children to explore learning through hands-on cooking experiences right in the classroom. This class uses simple\, child-friendly recipes to build life skills\, encourage independence\, and spark curiosity while reinforcing early math\, literacy\, science\, and social-emotional development. Children practice following directions\, taking turns\, measuring ingredients\, and working as a team—all while having fun and creating something they’re proud to eat. We will also discuss barriers and challenges and how to over come those. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-junior-chefs-cooking-in-the-classroom/
LOCATION:CCAC Griffin Lane\, 3729 Griffin Lane SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Enhanced STARS Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260512T183000
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SUMMARY:*NEW VIRTUAL Caring Connections: Supporting Families Through Trauma
DESCRIPTION:*NEW VIRTUAL Caring Connections: Supporting Families Through Trauma \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery family’s story holds both strength and struggle. This session explores how trauma can shape the experiences\, behaviors\, and interactions of families we serve — and how early learning professionals can respond with compassion\, clarity\, and care.Together we will:• Build understanding of what trauma may look like for families and how it can show up in early learning settings.• Reflect on what’s within our control — and what’s not — when supporting families in distress.• Explore what to do when our efforts don’t seem to work and how to stay grounded and connected.• Practice strategies for building authentic\, trusting relationships — even with families we may find challenging.• Identify resources for families in crisis and map out what supports already exist within your community.This training invites honest conversation\, shared reflection\, and practical tools to help you strengthen relationships and create calm\, connected environments where families feel seen\, supported\, and safe. After registering for class\, a link will be sent to register in Zoom. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Heidi DeVries
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-virtual-caring-connections-supporting-families-through-trauma/
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260512T183000
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SUMMARY:Virtual-WA Pyramid Model: Implementing Inclusive + Equitable Pyramid Model Practices: Modules 1 and 2 (Birth to 3)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual-WA Pyramid Model: Implementing Inclusive + Equitable Pyramid Model Practices: Modules 1 and 2 (Birth to 3) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA year + worth of Stars hours! This is a VIRTUAL class taking place across multiple days and weeks. Before registering\, please make sure you are available for all sessions. \n\n\n\n6:30pm-8:30pm \n\n\n\n\nMay 12th\n\n\n\nMay14th\n\n\n\nMay19th\n\n\n\nMay 21st\n\n\n\nMay 26th \n\n\n\nMay 28th\n\n\n\nJune 2nd. \n\n\n\n\nCome learn about the Pyramid framework\, a research-based tool that can guide us as we support social-emotional development in infants and toddlers. This 14-hour class will help you understand and apply strategies for building relationships and collaborating with families of infants and toddlers; understand and apply social emotional learning practices in your work; and reflect on your own implicit biases while you work to create anti-biased\, anti-racist\, and trauma-informed programs for our youngest children. We are registering only those in the following counties Clallam\, Jefferson\, Kitsap\, Mason\, Grays Harbor\, and Thurston. @public \n\n\n\n\nInstructor: Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/virtual-wa-pyramid-model-implementing-inclusive-equitable-pyramid-model-practices-modules-1-and-2-birth-to-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T153000
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Emergency Preparedness in Childcare Programs
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL Emergency Preparedness in Childcare Programs \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis class is intended for FCC owners and Directors however Teachers can also benefit from the topic and find ways to support policies at their sites. This class is designed to equip childcare providers with the knowledge\, skills\, and strategies needed to effectively prepare for and respond to emergencies in childcare settings. Participants will learn how to develop and implement comprehensive emergency plans\, how to support the emotional and psychological needs of children during and after an emergency\, and will explore available resources for creating a safe\, resilient environment for both children and staff. The course covers a range of emergency scenarios\, including natural disasters\, fires\, and incidents involving intruders. Participants will gain confidence in their ability to handle emergencies and will be empowered to create a safe and prepared environment for children\, staff\, and families. *30 minute lunch break will be provided. After registering for class\, a link will be sent to register in Zoom. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/virtual-emergency-preparedness-in-childcare-programs/
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260608T183000
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SUMMARY:Virtual-WA Pyramid Model: Implementing Inclusive + Equitable Pyramid Model Practices: Modules 1 and 2 (PRE-K)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual-WA Pyramid Model: Implementing Inclusive + Equitable Pyramid Model Practices: Modules 1 and 2 (PRE-K) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA year + worth of Stars hours! This is a VIRTUAL class taking place across multiple days and weeks. Before registering\, please make sure you are available for all sessions. \n\n\n\n 6:30pm-8:30pm  \n\n\n\n\nJune 8th\,\n\n\n\nJune10th\n\n\n\nJune15th\n\n\n\nJune17th\n\n\n\nJune 22nd\n\n\n\nJune 24th\n\n\n\nJune 29th.\n\n\n\n\nCome learn about the Pyramid framework\, a research-based tool that can guide us as we support social-emotional development in Preschool children. This 14-hour class will help you understand and apply strategies for building relationships and collaborating with families of Preschoolers; understand and apply social emotional learning practices in your work; and reflect on your own implicit biases while you work to create anti-biased\, anti-racist\, and trauma-informed programs for our youngest children. We are registering only those in the following counties Clallam\, Jefferson\, Kitsap\, Mason\, Grays Harbor\, and Thurston. @public \n\n\n\n\nInstructor: Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/virtual-wa-pyramid-model-implementing-inclusive-equitable-pyramid-model-practices-modules-1-and-2-pre-k-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260610T203000
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SUMMARY:*NEW HYBRID Effective Communication in a Multi-generational Workplace
DESCRIPTION:*NEW HYBRID Effective Communication in a Multi-generational Workplace \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis class is taking place both online via ZOOM and in person at CCAC. If you want to be in person at CCAC please email Nancy Hobson to sign up at nancy.hobson@ccacwa.org. Caring for children in a multigenerational workplace presents both great advantages and hurdles to overcome. This session walks through some generational characteristics in the workforce today\, explains what shaped them\, and explores myths. Come discuss strategies to enhance communication\, overcome differences\, and celebrate the advantages of interacting with people of different ages. After registering for class\, a link will be sent to register in Zoom. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Rose Tiller
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-hybrid-effective-communication-in-a-multi-generational-workplace/
LOCATION:CCAC Griffin Lane\, 3729 Griffin Lane SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260611T183000
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Quality Outdoor Interactions
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL Quality Outdoor Interactions \n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Building Strong Educator-Child Connections in Outdoor Environments”. The outdoors presents unique opportunities for child-led exploration\, social connection\, and inquiry-based learning—but it also requires intentional adult engagement to maximize learning potential. This class contains introductory information about high quality teacher-child interactions\, drawing on information from the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS). Through interactive discussions\, small-group reflection\, and opportunities to practice instructional support skills\, participants will leave with concrete strategies for enhancing the quality of their meaningful\, responsive interactions with children in outdoor learning environments. After registering for class\, a link will be sent to register in Zoom. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/virtual-quality-outdoor-interactions/
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260616T183000
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Summer Activities for School-agers
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL Summer Activities for School-agers \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSoon school will be out\, and the long summer days will stretch before you. What will you do to keep the school-agers busy and engaged? Come spend two hours learning (and sharing) ideas that just might prompt your schoolagers to beg\, “Mom\, please take me to childcare! After registering for class\, a link will be sent to register in Zoom. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/virtual-summer-activities-for-school-agers/
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260623T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260623T203000
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SUMMARY:*NEW-VIRTUAL Finding Our Way Through Conflict: Strengthening Relationships with Colleagues and Families
DESCRIPTION:*NEW-VIRTUAL Finding Our Way Through Conflict: Strengthening Relationships with Colleagues and Families \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly childhood professionals regularly engage in complex conversations—with co-teachers\, supervisors\, and families. When tensions arise\, the way we respond matters. Drawing from Finding Our Way Through Conflict: Strategies for Early Childhood Educators\, this class will support participants in recognizing conflict triggers\, understanding multiple perspectives\, and approaching disagreements with curiosity rather than defensiveness. Educators will gain tools for managing workplace conflict\, fostering healthy team dynamics\, and building respectful partnerships with families—even when perspectives differ. After registering for class\, a link will be sent to register in Zoom. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Heidi DeVries
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-virtual-finding-our-way-through-conflict-strengthening-relationships-with-colleagues-and-families/
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training,New
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260627T153000
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SUMMARY:SPECIAL EVENT Infant and Toddler PLAY DAY
DESCRIPTION:Infant and Toddler PLAY DAY \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you an infant or toddler teacher? This day is all about you!! Come learn about specific topics with a n infant and toddler focus. There will be a break for lunch.  \n\n\n\nPlanned Experiences 9-11 Amy StevensFirst Steps into STEAM 11-1 Ollie FeldmanLunch 1-1:30Loose Parts for Infants and Toddlers 1:30-3:30 Rose TillerWith Giveaways!!
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/special-event-infant-and-toddler-play-day/
LOCATION:CCAC Griffin Lane\, 3729 Griffin Lane SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Enhanced STARS Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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