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SUMMARY:Customer Service Through the Child Care Lens
DESCRIPTION: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! \n\n\n\nInstructor: Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/customer-service-through-the-child-care-lens/
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:20250116T183000
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SUMMARY:Children's Literature as a Tool for Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Literature as a Tool for Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you unsure how to highlight diversity in your learning environment beyond baby dolls and posters on the walls? Children’s literature offers a unique opportunity to do just that! Children of all ages\, from infants to school age\, are drawn to stories that reflect their identities and experiences. Come learn what it means for the books in your environment to be a “mirror” for children and a “window” to the world\, as well as how to discern what makes a high-quality book for children. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/childrens-literature-as-a-tool-for-diversity-equity-and-inclusion/
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:20241216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241216T203000
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SUMMARY:Using Nature in Art: An Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:Using Nature in Art: An Art Experience \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you love art and children\, and do you need some time for a little self-care? Join us to surround yourself with a “self-care art experience.” You’ll take a nice walk outside to gather natural items and then create your own masterpiece\, all while learning about art concepts and gathering ideas for children’s art. Come consider process versus product art\, rediscover the variety of materials that can be used with children\, and reflect on the calming aspects of art. Leave relaxed and ready to explore art in a new way with children. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Heidi DeVries
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/using-nature-in-art-an-art-experience/
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:20241119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241119T203000
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SUMMARY:Planned Experiences for Infants and Toddlers
DESCRIPTION: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/planned-experiences-for-infants-and-toddlers/
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:20241017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241017T203000
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SUMMARY:Supportive\, Efficient Routines for Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:Supportive\, Efficient Routines for Toddlers \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis class is best suited for child care center teachers of children ages 1 to 2-1/2. In a toddler classroom\, lots of time is spent transitioning between activities and getting groups of children diapered\, fed\, and down for nap. Does your classroom run like a well-oiled machine? If not\, come consider toddler-appropriate strategies for designing supportive routines that build relationships\, reduce wait time\, teach self-help\, foster self-regulation\, and make a teacher’s job a little easier. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/supportive-efficient-routines-for-toddlers/
LOCATION:CCAC Griffin Lane\, 3729 Griffin Lane SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES:#public,Enhanced STARS Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Action Council%2C Enhanced Stars Training":MAILTO:Nancy.Hobson@ccacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241015T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241015T203000
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SUMMARY:Harvest for Healthy Kids: A Farm to Preschool Curriculum
DESCRIPTION:Harvest for Healthy Kids: A Farm to Preschool Curriculum \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLet’s teach children how to love fruits and vegetables! This class will show you a great way to get kids to try new fruits and vegetables that are local to your area.  Using the Harvest for Healthy curriculum (free) online access\,  you will be able to immediately begin this fun program. Class includes hands-on practice and opportunities to explore some of the activity kits.  Come join in the fun of teaching children about fruits and vegetables! \n\n\n\nInstructor: Rose Tiller
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/harvest-for-healthy-kids-a-farm-to-preschool-curriculum/
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:20240921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240921T110000
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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\, Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/understanding-the-roots-of-behavior/
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:20240912T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240912T203000
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CREATED:20240607T192313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T182033Z
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SUMMARY:Maximizing Learning Time
DESCRIPTION:Maximizing Learning Time \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen your classroom runs like a well-oiled machine\, you canmaximize learning time for children. Learn practical strategies for designing your environment\,teaching children your expectations\, promoting smooth transitions\, and preventing time-consuming behavior problems. This session supports Early Achievers by focusing on skillsmeasured by CLASS\, but will provide useful information to all participants. @public \n\n\n\nInstructor\, Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/maximizing-learning-time/
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:20240910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240910T203000
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SUMMARY:Engaging Families
DESCRIPTION:Engaging Families \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSometimes communicating with families is more challenging than communicating with children. This is especially true when we are discussing sensitive topics that can be emotional for teachers and family members. Come explore when and what to communicate\, and how to thoughtfully initiate discussions. Learn and practice a format for problem-solving with families in a way that builds relationships and supports children. \n\n\n\nInstructor\, Heidi DeVries
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/engaging-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:20240813T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240813T200000
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SUMMARY:*NEW- Encouraging Curiosity in Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:Encouraging Curiosity in Toddlers \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis class is discussion-based for early childhood educators who want to learn more about exploring the curiosity of toddlers. A 4-page article will be emailed prior to class date. When working with toddlers we often wonder why they are doing something or what they may be thinking during their play/exploration experiences. This discussion article will give us the opportunity to explore and discuss those wonderings and how we may be able to further develop those curious toddler brains through open ended play. \n\n\n\nInstructor\, Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-encouraging-curiosity-in-toddlers/
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:20240810T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240810T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T074040
CREATED:20240607T193316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T221939Z
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SUMMARY:Creating Inspiring Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Creating Inspiring Spaces \n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou may already be familiar with Environment Rating Scale suggestions for environments. Are you ready to move to a more advanced level of environmental design? Come explore Reggio-inspired ideas for child care environments. Consider how your classroom can better reflect program values\, appeal to all the senses\, foster creativity in children\, represent culture and families\, and look more like “home” than “school.” You will have the opportunity to reflect on topics with other teachers and think about your classroom through the lenses discussed in this session. Come with an open mind and a willingness to question the status quo! \n\n\n\nInstructor\, Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/creating-inspiring-spaces/
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:20240716T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240716T200000
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CREATED:20240607T193356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T222128Z
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SUMMARY:*NEW- Article Class - To Share or Not to Share: Rethinking Sharing with Children
DESCRIPTION:To Share or Not to Share-Rethinking Sharing with Children \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a discussion-based class for early childhood educators that focuses on the topic of sharing and whether children should have to be made to share something they are playing with. We will discuss what it means to share and what it could be saying to children if they are made to give up something they are using. \n\n\n\nInstructor Amy Stevens
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/new-article-class/
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:20240711T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240711T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T074040
CREATED:20240607T193442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T222232Z
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SUMMARY:Science in Early Learning
DESCRIPTION:Science in Early Learning \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for new ways to incorporate science in the learning environment?  Wondering how to do science with 2 and 3 year-olds?  Practice questioning strategies to engage children in observation\, inquiry and reflective learning. Discuss ways to integrate science during circle time\, outdoor play\, art & cooking projects\, free play in all areas\, and science centers. Explore “big ideas” and how a broad theme allows for weeks of exploration and empowers children to investigate deeper\, revisit ideas\, build upon concepts\, and develop science skills. Walk away with a plan for integrating science into the ways you interact with children\, multiple areas of your learning environment\, and your classroom routine. \n\n\n\nInstructor\, Ollie Feldman
URL:https://ccacwa.org/event/science-in-early-learning/
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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