All classes provide STARS/in-service training hours for the length of the class. If extra hours are provided for homework, it will be stated in the description.
ONLINE CLASSES
Due to COVID-19, most classes on this schedule will be held online, using the Zoom platform. To participate, you must have a strong internet connection, a device that allows you to see and hear content, and an email address. When you register for a class, you will be immediately emailed a link to register again in Zoom. After you register for a class, please monitor your email for the Zoom registration link and instructions for registering in Zoom. Please note that classes will be held live and online, and you must actively participate in Zoom, either verbally or in writing. We look forward to seeing you in class from the comfort of your own location!
Flexible Dates: Filming Interactions to Nurture Development (FIND)
02/08/2022 – Trauma Informed Care, Modules 1 & 2 (class dates 02/08, 02/22, 03/08, 03/22)
02/15/2022 – Option #2 Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL) – First 10 hours, Parts 1-4 (class dates 02/15, 03/01, 03/15, 03/29)
02/17/2022 – English – Advocacy 101
02/23/2022 – Español – Abogacía 101
03/01/2022 – Exploring Nature with Young Children
03/09/2022 – Does it Have to be Hard? Rethinking Individualization (Part 1 03/09/2022 & Part 2 03/23/2022)
IN-PERSON CLASSES
We care about your training needs and hope to be able to offer the in-person classes below for those of you who prefer that format. We also care about your health and safety and will be implementing the following protocols to protect you and our instructors at our publicly available classes:
- Surfaces will be disinfected prior to class
- Class sizes will be limited to 8 participants, spaced 6 feet part (register early to save your seat)
- Windows and doors may be at least partially open to encourage air flow (consider layering up)
- Masks will be required for all participants (please bring your own)
- Hand sanitizer will be available in our classrooms
- We are requesting that you bring your own pen/pencil and paper, to avoid sharing materials
If circumstances force our cancellation of in-person classes (or a shift to an online format), we will contact those who are registered. Likewise, if COVID conditions or protocols lead you to want to cancel your attendance, please let us know by noon the day before your class and we will issue you a full refund.
THURSTON COUNTY
02/03/2022 – Anti-Bias Curriculum for Young Children (in-person training)
03/16/2022 – Strong Families = Safe & Ready Kids (in-person training)
GRAYS HARBOR COUNTY CLASSES
03/26/2022 – Reflecting on Sensory Equity – 9:00 to 10:30 AM (in-person training)
03/26/2022 – Understanding Executive Function – 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (in-person training)
03/26/2022 – Staying Mindful in Stressful Moments – 2:00 to 3:30 PM (in-person training)
KITSAP COUNTY CLASSES
No in person at this time.