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Equity is always important, but what is it really and how does it show up in your program? This training will give you solid ways to incorporate equity into your program for your staff and families as well as give you a strong understanding of what equity looks like on a daily basis. Don't miss […]

This session will focus on how to grow your employees and help them continue their professional careers. We will discuss general performance management and how to encourage positive results in your employees while also supporting them in their goals! This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and $20 for […]

This session provides an open, supportive space to ask questions, learn from real situations other peer leaders are navigating, and work through practical solutions together. Come prepared with situations you would like to discuss. This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and $20 for all others. Register here PAY […]

This session focuses on strategies for retaining, developing, and transitioning staff with professionalism and care. Participants will explore performance improvement plans, difficult conversations, staff development, stay conversations, offboarding, and termination practices that support accountability while maintaining respect, consistency, and program stability. This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and […]

This new addition to the series focuses on helping child care leaders address employee performance concerns with clarity, consistency, and confidence. Participants will learn how to balance supportive coaching with appropriate corrective action, communicate expectations effectively, document concerns professionally, and reduce risk while maintaining positive staff relationships. By using a structured and development-focused approach, child […]

Formerly called the Denver Child Care Task Force, the Denver CCAP Collaborative was founded to give Denver child care providers a voice in the community and an opportunity to meet and connect with Denver Human Services Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) staff. The Collaborative discusses policy and funding issues that affect large and small child […]

In early childhood programs, some of the most challenging moments involve adult-to-adult communication. This 90-minute interactive session will provide practical tools and ready-to-use language for navigating uncomfortable and challenging conversations based on conflict resolution principles with coworkers, supervisors, and families. Participants will explore strategies for staying calm, de-escalating tension, communicating clearly, and moving conversations toward […]

Meet with other directors, teachers, and staff from our team in a monthly informal setting to discuss the current needs in the field. Be an advocate for your program while helping others by simply speaking up about what's working, what isn't, and what's needed. This is a Director’s PLC and can be used as credit […]

Formerly called the Denver Child Care Task Force, the Denver CCAP Collaborative was founded to give Denver child care providers a voice in the community and an opportunity to meet and connect with Denver Human Services Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) staff. The Collaborative discusses policy and funding issues that affect large and small child […]

Meet with other directors, teachers, and staff from our team in a monthly informal setting to discuss the current needs in the field. Be an advocate for your program while helping others by simply speaking up about what's working, what isn't, and what's needed. This is a Director’s PLC and can be used as credit […]

Formerly called the Denver Child Care Task Force, the Denver CCAP Collaborative was founded to give Denver child care providers a voice in the community and an opportunity to meet and connect with Denver Human Services Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) staff. The Collaborative discusses policy and funding issues that affect large and small child […]

Meet with other directors, teachers, and staff from our team in a monthly informal setting to discuss the current needs in the field. Be an advocate for your program while helping others by simply speaking up about what's working, what isn't, and what's needed. This is a Director’s PLC and can be used as credit […]