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SUMMARY:*NEW-Planned Experiences for Infants and Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:*NEW-Planned Experiences for Infants and Toddlers \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs caregivers of infant and toddlers\, we want to do more than pass the time! We need daily planned activities that build trust and support early development. Come refresh your understanding of what our youngest children need and leave with new ideas for making the most of your time together. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-planned-experiences-for-infants-and-toddlers/
LOCATION:CCAC Griffin Lane\, 3729 Griffin Lane SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES: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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SUMMARY:*NEW-Tools for Powerful Play: A Strategic Approach to Classroom Materials
DESCRIPTION:*NEW-Tools for Powerful Play: A Strategic Approach to Classroom Materials \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this class\, participants will explore how to thoughtfully select and organize classroom toys and materials to support high-quality learning environments. Using the ITERS and ECERS tools as guiding frameworks\, participants will deepen their understanding of how classroom materials impact developmental outcomes\, daily routines\, and classroom quality ratings. Whether preparing for rating or simply aiming to improve their classroom setup\, this session will empower educators to make informed\, intentional choices that support children’s needs and elevate the learning environment. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-tools-for-powerful-play-a-strategic-approach-to-classroom-materials/
LOCATION:CCAC Griffin Lane\, 3729 Griffin Lane SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES: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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SUMMARY:*NEW Relationship with Food
DESCRIPTION:*NEW Relationship with Food  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis training will help educators and caregivers support children in developing a healthy relationship with food and emotions. Participants will explore types of hunger\, responsive feeding practices\, and practical strategies to create positive mealtime experiences that build self-regulation and emotional well-being. This is a virtual class; instructions will be sent to you after registering for class. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Rose Tiller
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-relationship-with-food/
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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:20250916T183000
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SUMMARY:New Toddler Class-Boxes\, Baskets and Elevations: How Toddlers Develop their Curiosity Through Open-ended Play
DESCRIPTION:Boxes\, Baskets and Elevations: How Toddlers Develop their Curiosity Through Open-ended Play \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome and join us to think about encouraging curiosity and learning using open-ended loose parts. How can we facilitate children’s natural curiosities as teachers and use these opportunities to offer opportunities to toddlers to build new skills and ideas? How can we document this learning adventure to see what ideas might come next? Bring your open mind and imagination and see what can magically happen!! \n\n\n\nInstructor: Rose Tiller
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-toddler-class-boxes-baskets-and-elevations-how-toddlers-develop-their-curiosity-through-open-ended-play/
LOCATION:CCAC Griffin Lane\, 3729 Griffin Lane SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20250625T183000
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SUMMARY:NEW-STEM Activities for Early Learning
DESCRIPTION:STEM Activities for Early Learning \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCurious about what STEM is? Or maybe you know but aren’t sure which activities and materials bring it to life? Whether you are new to STEM or just looking for fresh ideas\, this class is for you! Join us as we dive into the world of STEM in early education and discover why it is essential for young learners. Explore activities you are probably already doing that supports STEM development and gain hands-on\, creative ideas to enrich your curriculum. Walk away with inspiration\, practical strategies\, and a renewed excitement for bringing STEM to life in your learning spaces. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-stem-activities-for-early-learning/
LOCATION:CCAC Griffin Lane\, 3729 Griffin Lane SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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SUMMARY:NEW-Multilingualism: From Shame to Pride
DESCRIPTION:Multilingualism: From Shame to Pride \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session focuses on transforming early learning environments into spaces where every language and culture is celebrated and supported. We will explore the critical role languages play in early childhood development and share practical strategies to foster the use of heritage languages in the classroom. The session will also address the question: “As an educator\, how can I promote multilingualism even if I don’t speak all the home languages of the children in my care?” \n\n\n\nInstructor: Gonzalo Gilabert
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-multilingualism-from-shame-to-pride/
LOCATION:CCAC Griffin Lane\, 3729 Griffin Lane SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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SUMMARY:NEW- First Steps into STEAM: Nurturing Curiosity in Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:First Steps into STEAM: Nurturing Curiosity in Toddlers \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis class is designed for providers working with toddler-aged children. The class will explore the brain science behind STEAM learning (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Mathematics) in the first three years\, and how our youngest learners naturally engage with their environment in ways that promote early STEAM skills. Participants will learn how to create a STEAM-rich toddler environment that fosters curiosity through developmentally appropriate activities that focus on sensory exploration\, experimentation\, and inquiry-based learning through play using everyday materials. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-first-steps-into-steam-nurturing-curiosity-in-toddlers/
LOCATION:CCAC Griffin Lane\, 3729 Griffin Lane SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
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:20250520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250520T203000
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SUMMARY:NEW Virtual- Period of Purple Crying
DESCRIPTION:Period of Purple Crying \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn ways to support families of children in your care whohave\, or will soon have\, infants in the home. You will engage in memorable activities as youlearn about what experts call the Period of PURPLE Crying\, and how you can be a key playerin passing along information to families about excessive crying in normal infants and strategiesfor soothing infants and themselves. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Rose Tiller \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirtual class to be held via Zoom. Once register you will be sent a link and instructions.
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-virtual-period-of-purple-crying/
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training,New,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council - WA State Required Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@CCACWA.org
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SUMMARY:NEW- Calming Connections: De-escalation Strategies for Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:Calming Connections: De-escalation Strategies for Child Care Providers \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this interactive and practical workshop\, child care providers will learn effective strategies for de-escalating challenging behaviors and fostering calm\, positive connections with young children. By understanding the root causes of frustration and distress\, participants will gain tools to prevent conflicts before they arise\, as well as techniques to safely manage and de-escalate situations when they do occur.This course will cover key concepts such as emotional regulation\, active listening\, non-verbal communication\, and the importance of building strong\, trusting relationships with children. Providers will also learn how to recognize early signs of distress\, create a calm and supportive environment\, and employ strategies that help children return to a state of emotional balance.By the end of the course\, participants will feel more confident in their ability to handle challenging situations with empathy and composure\, while also supporting children in developing their own emotional regulation skills. Ideal for child care professionals working with infants\, toddlers\, and preschoolers\, Calming Connections will help build a foundation for positive behavior and emotional well-being in early childhood settings. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Tracy Goodrich \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClass will take place on Zoom. After you register you will be sent a link and instructions
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-calming-connections-de-escalation-strategies-for-child-care-providers/
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training,New,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:20250315T100000
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SUMMARY:*NEW Calming Connections: De-escalation Strategies for ECE Providers
DESCRIPTION:Calming Connections: De-escalation Strategies for ECE Providers \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this interactive and practical workshop\, child care providers will learn effective strategies for de-escalating challenging behaviors and fostering calm\, positive connections with young children. By understanding the root causes of frustration and distress\, participants will gain tools to prevent conflicts before they arise\, as well as techniques to safely manage and de-escalate situations when they do occur. This course will cover key concepts such as emotional regulation\, active listening\, non-verbal communication\, and the importance of building strong\, trusting relationships with children. Providers will also learn how to recognize early signs of distress\, create a calm and supportive environment\, and employ strategies that help children return to a state of emotional balance. By the end of the course\, participants will feel more confident in their ability to handle challenging situations with empathy and composure\, while also supporting children in developing their own emotional regulation skills. Ideal for child care professionals working with infants\, toddlers\, and preschoolers\, Calming Connections will help build a foundation for positive behavior and emotional well-being in early childhood settings. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Heidi DeVries
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-calming-connections-de-escalation-strategies-for-ece-providers/
LOCATION:CCAC Griffin Lane\, 3729 Griffin Lane SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES: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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