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SUMMARY:A Closer look at Emergent Curriculum Development
DESCRIPTION:A Closer look at Emergent Curriculum Development \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you ever wondered if the curriculum your program is using is effective? Have you wanted to create or adopt a curriculum for your program\, but have limited funds\, or were not sure where to start? Do you want to make sure your current curriculum is aligned with the Washington State Early Learning and Development Guidelines\, but it seems too daunting? This two-part training is designed to help all providers define\, develop and deliver emergent curriculum that is fun and stimulating for the children\, while ensuring that it is aligned with the WA Early Learning Guidelines. We will focus on helping you decide what kind of curricula best fits you program\, and discuss what modifications you may need to make to ensure it meets the needs of each age group. Our goal is that you will walk away from this training with the ability to create a dynamic curriculum that will best meet the needs of your program\, and the children and families you serve. This is a multi-day class (Nov 19th and Dec 3rd)\, please be sure to check your availability for both days. This is also a virtual class\, instructions will be sent after you register for class. @public \n\n\n\nThis class MAY support you with Early Achievers Standard \n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructor: Heidi DeVries
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/a-closer-look-at-emergent-curriculum-development-2/
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:20251124T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251124T203000
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SUMMARY:Strong Families = Safe and Ready Kids
DESCRIPTION:Strong Families = Safe and Ready Kids \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis introduction to the Strengthening Families approach and the Protective Factors framework will assist all teachers with increasing their capacity to support families\, which will in turn help ensure that children have the best start in school and life. It is an ideal class for multiple people from the same program to attend\, so they can work together to strengthen families. This class supports the Early Achievers Quality Standards by addressing the area of Family Engagement and Partnerships. This is a virtual class; Instructions will come after registering for class. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/strong-families-safe-and-ready-kids/
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:20251204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
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SUMMARY:Come Move and Groove with Me!
DESCRIPTION:Come Move and Groove with Me! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren need to move! Music and movement provide multiple learning opportunities as well as provide support in behavior management and self-regulation skill building. Come explore how music and movement in the classroom can create a groovy\, rich learning environment and increase cultural awareness. Walk away with activity ideas\, Early Achievers considerations\, and a make-and-take musical instrument. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/come-move-and-groove-with-me-2/
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:20251208T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
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SUMMARY:Playful Math in the Early Learning Environment
DESCRIPTION:Playful Math in the Early Learning Environment \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlayfully incorporating math throughout your learning environment develops confidence and love of learning in children. Did you know children begin exploring math concepts in infancy? Discover the brain science behind how children learn best while practicing interactions and activities to use with children birth through age 5. Plan how you will incorporate math concepts\, materials\, and vocabulary throughout your daily routine. Expand on the math conversations you have with children and help develop the problem solving and critical thinking skills needed in kindergarten and life. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Rose Tiller
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/playful-math-in-the-early-learning-environment/
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:20251209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251209T203000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251211T203000
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CREATED:20250922T200757Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20250925T150920Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Executive Function
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Executive Function \n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren aren’t born with life skills; they’re born with the potential to develop them! The skills that children need in order to thrive are all connected to using the prefrontal cortex of the brain. Come learn more about the importance of executive function and how you can use everyday interactions to optimize the “air traffic control system” in children’s brains. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Rose Tiller
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/understanding-executive-function-2/
LOCATION:Grays Harbor County Public Health & Social Services               Harbor Room\, 2109 Sumner AVE\, Aberdeen\, Washington\, 98520\, 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:20260101T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261231T235959
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL) Year 1 and Year 2
DESCRIPTION:@public \n\n\n\nEnhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL) is a 20-hour training series completed over two years. This class is also part of PACE\, the community-based training option for meeting WAC education requirements. Visit DCYFs Training Requirements webpage for more information. Child Care Action Council offers EQEL Year 1 and Year 2 live-online and self-paced throughout the year. \n\n\n\n\nLIVE-ONLINE CLASSES – The EQEL Year 1 and Year 2 training series are offered live on Zoom. \n\n\n\nPlease note: \n\n\n\nThis class requires a strong internet connection\, a device that allows you to see and hear the content\, and the ability to un-mute or type responses during activities and discussions. \n\n\n\nActive participations and full attendance in all 10 hours of EQEL are required for STARS credit. \n\n\n\nClick Here to view a list of currently available Live Online classes and Register. \n\n\n\n\nSELF-PACED CLASSES – this self-paced option takes place on the DCYF Training site and requires participation in online discussion boards and communication with the CCAC trainer via email. Please check that the email address you used to register in the DCYF Training site is still active and be prepared to respond to emails from the instructor each week. \n\n\n\n\nTo search for Self-Paced classes and register: \n\n\n\n1. Log In to your DCYF Training Site account at dcyftraining.com \n\n\n\n2. In the Catalogue section on the left side\, click on the Cohorts subtab3. Under Role\, select Licensed Child Care4. All available trainings will be listed at the bottom. Select the cohort you would like (start and end dates will be listed in the training title.)5. Click the blue Register button to enroll.  \n\n\n\n\nPlease Note: \n\n\n\nWhen you select a class and register\, pay close attention to the start and end dates. All online assignments must be completed and reviewed by the instructor before the end date to receive class credit. \n\n\n\nAfter registering\, the cohort will be listed under the In Progress section. You can access the training modules on the start date of the cohort. \n\n\n\nNeed More Information? \n\n\n\nMore Live Online and Self-Paced classes are added each month!  You can also search MERIT or login to the DCYF Training site to find additional trainings.  \n\n\n\nIf you have additional questions about Child Care Action Council classes in English\, you can contact Nancy Hobson at our main office\, Nancy.Hobson@CCACWA.org or (360)786-8907 x100. \n\n\n\nSi tiene preguntas adicionales\, comuníquese con Norma Hernandez en Child Care Action Council\, (360) 581-6704 o Norma.Hernandez@CCACWA.org.
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/enhancing-quality-early-learning-eqel-year-1-and-year-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Roots of Behavior
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the Roots of Behavior  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nChallenging behaviors are often the result of unmet needs. Come hear about five causes of challenging behavior and then learn about the ten important social and emotional needs of children and what you can do to meet those needs. When needs are met through relationships\, children will behave better and be ready to learn. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/understanding-the-roots-of-behavior-2/
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":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@CCACWA.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20251204T210706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T225347Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual-Help! It’s Transition Time
DESCRIPTION:Help! It’s transition time \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTransitioning from one activity to the next can be especially difficult for some children. Challenging behavior\, large classes\, and tight schedules can make transition time difficult for teachers\, too. Come learn strategies for smoothing out those transitions\, maximizing learning and reducing stress on teachers and children. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/help-its-transition-time-2/
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20251208T201153Z
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SUMMARY:NEW-VIRTUAL Advocacy for Early Learning: How Engaging Washington State Government for Early Learning Impact
DESCRIPTION:Advocacy for Early Learning: How Engaging Washington State Government for Early Learning Impact \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly learning professionals are powerful advocates for children and families\, but understanding where to start can be overwhelming. This training introduces participants to the basics of Washington State government\, and provides a simple\, straightforward look at how Washington’s lawmaking process really works. You’ll learn how bills move through the Legislature\, how decisions get made\, and how those choices impact your program and the families you serve. We’ll walk through easy\, practical ways to engage with your legislators like emailing your lawmakers\, sharing your story\, or giving quick testimony. We also will discuss upcoming bills that are being considered in 2026 that could impact early learning. @public \n\n\n\nGuest Instructor: Hazel Brown\, Policy\, Advocacy\, and Research Manager
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-advocacy-for-early-learning-how-engaging-washington-state-government-for-early-learning-impact/
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:20260127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
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SUMMARY:Through the Eyes of a Child: A Look at Teacher Sensitivity
DESCRIPTION:Through the Eyes of a Child: A Look at Teacher Sensitivity \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs caregivers\, we try to be sensitive to children’s needs\, but sometimes our adult eyes miss the point! In group care\, it’s all too easy to get consumed with our own teaching objectives and forget the children’s points of view. Come refresh your perspective about what’s most important and leave this class motivated to improve your awareness of\, and responsivity to\, the children in your care. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/through-the-eyes-of-a-child-a-look-at-teacher-sensitivity-2/
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:20260129T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260129T203000
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CREATED:20251204T213512Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual-Purple Crying
DESCRIPTION:Purple Crying \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn ways to support families of children in your care who have\, or will soon have\, infants in the home. You will engage in memorable activities as you learn 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 strategies for soothing infants and themselves. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Rose Tiller
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/purple-crying/
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:20260204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20251204T214337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T175709Z
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SUMMARY:STEM Outdoor Environments
DESCRIPTION:STEM Outdoor Environments \n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren become totally engrossed in creative outdoor play when we provide more than stationary playground equipment and ground cover! This class will inspire you with ideas for enriching your outdoor space with loose parts and natural elements that promote more complex play and exploration of science\, technology\, engineering\, and math (STEM). This is the time of year for outdoor fun – let’s get creative! \n\n\n\nInstructor: Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/stem-outdoor-environments/
LOCATION:CCAC Kitsap Office\, 3513 NW Anderson Hill RD\, Silverdale\, WA\, 98383
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:20260209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20251204T215030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T225740Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual-Working with Children and Youth Who Challenge Us
DESCRIPTION:Working with Children and Youth Who Challenge Us \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you ever been secretly pleased when one of the children in your group is absent? The temperaments of some children\, when combined with our own temperaments\, make relationships especially hard. This class will help you take an honest look at children and your feelings about them. Explore what professionals can do to build positive relationships with all children\, even the ones who challenge us. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Rose Tiller
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/working-with-children-and-youth-who-challenge-us/
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:20260212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20251204T215740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T215754Z
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SUMMARY:Welcoming LGBTQ+ Families
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming LGBTQ+ Families \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFamilies of all kinds are essential to children’s well-being. When any parents or guardians are discussed\, whether they are heterosexual\, gay\, adoptive\, kinship\, single\, or married\, early childhood professionals are simply discussing family. In this training\, we will discuss what it means to be an LGBTQ+ supporter and discuss strategies to create a welcoming LGBTQ+ learning environment that is inclusive to all children and families. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/welcoming-lgbtq-families/
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:20260219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20251204T220547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T205919Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual-Trauma Aware Early Learning
DESCRIPTION:Trauma Aware Early Learning \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s the little boy who bangs his head on the wall. It’s the 4-year-old girl who throws the chair in anger. It’s the 2-year-old who hits\, bites\, pushes\, and falls down in a rapid melt-down. These could be the faces of traumatized children. Come explore the impact of trauma on children and gain insight into why some children behave the way they do. Even if you don’t know the source of the trauma\, you can use what you observe to support harmed children in a “trauma-informed” manner. This is an advanced class for those ready to reflect on the complex root sources of behavior\, as they relate to trauma. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Heidi DeVries
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/trauma-aware-early-learning/
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:20260310T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260310T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20251204T222936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T162511Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual-*Directors-Reflective Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Reflective Supervision \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis class supports the Early Achievers Quality Standards by addressing Instructional Leadership in the area of Interactions and Curriculum. Today’s early learning environment requires continuous quality improvement and that calls upon early childhood educators to reflect on what they do and why they do it. Come and discuss how supervisors can promote a relationship-based workplace and build job-embedded reflective supervision practices into their mentoring of staff members. This content will define reflective supervision\, explain the process\, offer examples\, and provide supervisors with time to discuss challenges and solutions. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Heidi DeVries
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/reflective-supervision/
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:20260312T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260312T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20251205T163137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T201419Z
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SUMMARY:Tools for Powerful Play
DESCRIPTION:Tools for Powerful Play \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/tools-for-powerful-play/
LOCATION:CCAC Kitsap Office\, 3513 NW Anderson Hill RD\, Silverdale\, WA\, 98383
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:20260316T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260316T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20251205T164407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T225604Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual-Tiny Humans\, Big Tech: Navigating Screens in Early Childhood
DESCRIPTION:Tiny Humans\, Big Tech: Navigating Screens in Early Childhood \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn today’s digital world\, screens are part of children’s daily lives—but how do they shape early learning\, development\, and behavior? This class explores the latest research on screen use in infancy through early elementary years\, translating evidence into practical guidance for educators and caregivers. Participants will examine how screen time affects attention\, language\, social-emotional growth\, and executive function\, and learn strategies for creating healthy media habits in homes and classrooms. Through discussion\, real-world examples\, and reflective activities\, attendees will gain tools to evaluate digital content\, balance screen use with play-based learning\, and partner with families on developmentally informed tech practices. Whether you’re an educator\, administrator\, or parent\, this session provides a balanced\, research-driven approach to supporting young children in a digital age. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor: Rose Tiller
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/tiny-humans-big-tech-navigating-screens-in-early-childhood/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260326T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260326T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20251205T202209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T202225Z
UID:10000235-1774549800-1774557000@ccacwa.org
SUMMARY:Making the most of Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Making the most of Meetings \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeetings are the glue that hold childcare center together. Whether they are weekly\, monthly\, quarterly\, directors rely on meetings as the primary vehicle for communicating information\, promoting professional growth\, solving problems and building a sense of community. This class will provide the framework for planning and conducting more engaging and productive meetings. Participants will learn how to increase a group’s commitment to shared goals\, arrive a decisions supported by everyone\, and have more fun in the process. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/making-the-most-of-meetings/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20260305T162822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T165214Z
UID:10000250-1776191400-1776198600@ccacwa.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Boxes\, Baskets and Elevations: How Toddlers Develop their Curiosity Through Open-ended Play
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL 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!! 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-boxes-baskets-and-elevations-how-toddlers-develop-their-curiosity-through-open-ended-play/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260415T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20260305T164040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T165131Z
UID:10000251-1776277800-1776285000@ccacwa.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Customer Service Through the Child Care Lens
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL Customer Service Through the Child Care Lens \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs consumers\, we base our purchasing decisions at least in part on the customer service we receive from businesses. The same is true for parents who are in the market for child care. Every child care provider is in the customer service business and that service can make or break the child care. Let’s discuss what good service looks and sounds like! 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/virtual-customer-service-through-the-child-care-lens/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260430T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20251205T165312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T153838Z
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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:20260505T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260616T235959
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20260310T153000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T211359Z
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SUMMARY:EQEL Year 1\, Live Online (May-June 2026)
DESCRIPTION:@public \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis 4-class training series will take place from 6:30-9 pm on Tuesdays: \n\n\n\n\nMay 5\, \n\n\n\nMay 19\,\n\n\n\nJune 2\, and \n\n\n\nJune 16\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nThis 10-hour training series is Year 1 of Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL). \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBefore registering\, please note: \n\n\n\n\nParticipants must complete Child Care Basics before registering for EQEL Year 1.\n\n\n\nAll classes in this series will take place live on Zoom (they will not be recorded).\n\n\n\nActive participation and full attendance in all 10-hours of EQEL are required for STARS credit.\n\n\n\n\n\nTo register click on the RSVP below. (If the RSVP link is not available the class is Full.)
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/eqel-year-1-live-online-may-june-2026/
CATEGORIES:Live Online Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@CCACWA.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T130000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20260122T231251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T232008Z
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SUMMARY:Warm Hearts 2026
DESCRIPTION:Warm Hearts Soup Bowl Fundraiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt the Child Care Action Council we believe that when children and families thrive\, our entire community grows stronger. We are thrilled to announce the return of our largest annual fundraiser\, the Warm Hearts Soup Bowl Fundraiser\, on May 5th at 11:30 am at the Lacey Community Center. The Warm Hearts Soup Bowl Fundraiser is our premier annual event dedicated to ensuring every child in our community has access to high-quality early learning opportunities. We invite you to share a meal with us and help build a stronger future for our youngest neighbors. \n\n\n\nWhy Your Presence Matters: The Warm Hearts Soup Bowl Fundraiser is more than just a meal; it’s an investment in the foundational years of our community’s children. Last year alone\, this event helped us support programming for over 10\,000 children and families\, providing essential resources and opportunities that pave the way for a brighter future. Lunch will be provided\, however a donation of $100 is suggested. \n\n\n\nYour participation\, whether by attending or making a donation\, directly fuels our efforts to: \n\n\n\n\nEnsure access to affordable\, quality childcare.\n\n\n\nEmpower early learning providers with crucial training and resources.\n\n\n\nAdvocate for policies that prioritize our youngest learners.\n\n\n\n\nCan’t attend the event\, but you would still like to make a donation? Visit this link to donate now: https://portals.compass-360.org/Compass360WebUserServices08/org=ccacwa.org/request=donations \n\n\n\nFor questions please contact CCAC staff at events@ccacwa.org.
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/warm-hearts-2026/
LOCATION:Lacey Community Center\, 6729 Pacific Ave SE\, Lacey\, Washington\, 98503
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20260305T170414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T170427Z
UID:10000253-1778178600-1778185800@ccacwa.org
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
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20260305T171140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T171153Z
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20260320T180251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T152422Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T153000
DTSTAMP:20260527T131426
CREATED:20260305T172506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T172537Z
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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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