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SUMMARY:Educator Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:The dedication and contributions of Early Childhood Educators do not go unnoticed. Denver’s Early Childhood Council is proud to host our first ever invite-only Educator Appreciation Day Event in July 2025. This small event provides an opportunity for Denver area educators and their families to be recognizing for their exemplary work in front of their peers. \nThanks to our sponsor Colorado Housing and Finance Authority. \n 
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/educator-appreciation-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250705
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SUMMARY:Independence Day
DESCRIPTION:Office closed
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/independence-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250626T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20250311T202347Z
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SUMMARY:Denver CCAP Collaborative
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe Collaborative discusses policy and funding issues that affect large and small child care programs in the Denver metro area. The group meets regularly and includes participants from child care centers\, community funders\, and representatives from Denver Human Services. \nTopics at CCAP Collaborative meetings can include\, but are not limited to:\nCCAP Program and Policy Changes\nCommunity Funding Updates\nDiscussion of Welfare Reform Board Agenda\nTANF updates \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/denver-ccap-collaborative/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250605T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20240607T221320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T190926Z
UID:4264-1749124800-1749128400@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Denver Director Equity and Advocacy Professional Learning Community
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis is a Director’s PLC and can be used as credit toward the Director DPP Achievement Award. \nQuestions? Contact Dora Esparza at dora@denverearlychildhood.org. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/denver-director-equity-and-advocacy-professional-learning-community-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250522T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241111T225025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T194027Z
UID:4837-1747918800-1747922400@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Denver CCAP Collaborative
DESCRIPTION:May meeting canceled. We will resume on June 26. Register here.
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/denver-ccap-collaborative-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250520T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20250417T214437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T214759Z
UID:5364-1747742400-1747747800@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Lunch Bunch: All About 529 Higher Education Savings Plans
DESCRIPTION:Grab your lunch and your laptop and join us and guest speaker Ben Samuels\, Community Outreach Coordinator at College Invest (a Colorado Department of Higher Education program). We’ll learn about the state-sponsored 529 higher education savings plans and matching grant programs that are available to newborns through 8-year-olds that offer up to $2500 in funds. These are generous programs aimed at incentivizing parents to start saving for their children’s future higher education as early as possible. Parents and early education program staff are all welcome to attend. Bring your questions! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/lunch-bunch-all-about-529-higher-education-savings-plans/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20240607T221250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T190806Z
UID:4262-1746100800-1746104400@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Denver Director Equity and Advocacy Professional Learning Community
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis is a Director’s PLC and can be used as credit toward the Director DPP Achievement Award. \nQuestions? Contact Dora Esparza at dora@denverearlychildhood.org. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/denver-director-equity-and-advocacy-professional-learning-community-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250430T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20250310T160922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T220957Z
UID:5227-1746009000-1746014400@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Feedback and Challenging Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Poor communication is one of the core leadership functions that is cited as the primary cause of ineffective leadership. This session will provide an overview of effective communication attributes and strategies\, with an emphasis on feedback and challenging conversations. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/feedback-and-challenging-conversations-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250429T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250429T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241218T235814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T235814Z
UID:5000-1745933400-1745937000@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Building Blocks of Communication
DESCRIPTION:We will begin by reviewing definitions of expressive/ receptive language\, what verbal and nonverbal communication looks like\, and language development research. Throughout the course\, we will discuss strategies to support language development in early childhood\, and in contrast\, common adult behaviors that are not conducive to language learning and their effects on children’s communication. We will review strategies that can be helpful during group classroom activities and those that teachers can implement when interacting one-one with children. Teachers will have the opportunity to come up with functional target words that will support expressive and receptive language development across daily classroom routines. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/building-blocks-communication/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250426T154500
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241216T173431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T220329Z
UID:4950-1745658000-1745682300@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Hablemos de Sexo y Sexualidad (Serie Destacada DPP) - EN PERSONA
DESCRIPTION:Esta capacitación será en persona \n*Desayuno ligero\, almuerzo\, y refrigerios se proporcionarán a los/las participantes* \nEn esta capacitacion en persona\, aprenderás a cómo hablar de sexo y sexualidad con los niños y niñas a tu cargo. También explorarás maneras de comunicarte con los padres y madres de familia. La serie se divide en tres partes: a) cómo entiendes y percibes los temas de sexo y sexualidad de manera personal\, b) cómo adaptar pláticas de sexo y sexualidad para niños y niñas de no más de 5 años\, y c) cómo hablar del tema con los padres y las madres de familia. \nLos/las participantes podran ser elegibles para aplicar a los Premios al Logro DPP\, con un total de $325 \nRegístrese Aquí
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/hablemos-de-sexo-y-sexualidad/
LOCATION:Goddard Highlands\, 3914 King St\, Denver\, CO\, 80211\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250424T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241218T235135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T235135Z
UID:4998-1745517600-1745524800@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Classroom Management in ECE
DESCRIPTION:Managing a classroom does not just involve decorating a classroom\, but creating an inclusive learning environment. Many educators struggle with designing a classroom because they need to develop the skill of understanding the impact of diverse learners. Not all students will thrive in the same learning environment\, which means educators will need to provide classroom adaptations to better serve all of their students. Participants will leave this workshop with a blueprint of how to better design a learning environment for all students. \nRegister Here
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/classroom-management-in-ece/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250425
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20250114T180112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T203817Z
UID:5058-1745452800-1745539199@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Spring Social - A Change in Plans
DESCRIPTION:We are pressing ‘pause’ on our Spring Social. \nWhy Now?\nClassrooms are facing unprecedented challenges\, and we are mobilizing resources to provide stability and support where it’s needed most. By shifting our efforts from event planning to direct action\, we can better serve early childhood educators and the children in their care. \nOur Goal: $45\,000 in Three Months\nWith your generosity\, we can provide critical resources that strengthen early childhood education in our community. Learn more about our initiatives here. \nMake a Difference Today\nDonate in lieu of attending a celebration—your contribution directly supports educators and ensures local stability in uncertain times. \nDonate here \n🔹Suggested donations:  $25 | $50 | $100 | $250  – one time\, monthly\, or yearly recurring🔹 \nTogether\, we can make a lasting impact. Thank you for standing with us in support of early childhood educators. \nAll donations are eligible for the Colorado child care contribution tax credit.
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/spring-social-change-plans/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241218T234819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T234819Z
UID:4996-1745433000-1745440200@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Managing Challenging Behaviors Through a Power Lens
DESCRIPTION:This session provides an introduction to the concept of power and its role in every relationship we engage in\, particularly in the context of early childhood education. Once these foundational concepts are established\, we will explore challenging behaviors in children through the lens of power dynamics. Children often express their needs and emotions through their behavior\, and one fundamental need is the desire for autonomy and the ability to assert their personal power. By understanding these dynamics\, educators can develop more effective strategies to support children in expressing themselves appropriately while fostering a sense of agency and self-esteem. \nRegister Here
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/managing-challenging-behaviors-through-power-lens/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241217T003314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T220048Z
UID:4974-1745433000-1745440200@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Spanish for ECE: Steps to Incorporate Spanish into your English Classroom (DPP Featured Series)
DESCRIPTION:This is a free 3-part series: \n\nSession 1: Wednesday April 23 from 6:30-8:30pm\nSession 2: Wednesday April 30 from 6:30-8:30pm\nSession 3: Wednesday May 7 from 6:30-8:30pm\n\nHow do you begin to teach a language you don’t speak?  How can you make sure that your young students do not “miss out” on early learning opportunities? And once you are able to understand how to go about it\, how can you make your lessons engaging\, interactive\, & fun yet meaningful?  Denise Leitch of Lingua Garden will discuss the benefits of language learning at an early age and demonstrate how you can add foreign language to your curriculum.  With more than a decade of experience as an early childhood teacher\, and language business owner\, she will share with you easy ways to add language learning into your daily routine. \n\n\n\n\nAttendees might be eligible to apply for the DPP Teacher Achievement Awards totaling $325 \n\n\n\nRegISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/spanish-for-ece-incorporate-spanish-into-english-classroom/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250423T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20250310T160710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T221219Z
UID:5225-1745404200-1745409600@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Managing Challenging Employees
DESCRIPTION:Challenging and toxic behavior from staff have a negative impact on all parts of an early childhood organization\, from interactions with children\, families\, and co-workers\, to other aspects of the organization’s business. Early childhood programs are already faced with challenges in an industry that has critical financial and workforce issues. Add cultural toxicity to the mix\, and it can negatively impact otherwise quality programming for children and families. It is essential for administrators to deal with any internal challenges that staff may present\, know how to apply strategies to rehabilitate noxious behavior from staff\, and know how and when to appropriately sever ties when there is failure in cooperation. \nREGISTER  HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/managing-challenging-employees/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241216T174737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T220017Z
UID:4953-1744826400-1744837200@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Mentes en Crecimiento: Serie de Primavera para Profesionales de la Primera Infancia (Serie Destacada DPP)
DESCRIPTION:Esta es una serie virtual de 3 partes: \n\nSesión 1: Miércoles 16 de Abril de 6:00-9:00pm\nSesión 2: Miércoles 23 de Abril de 6:00-9:00pm\nSesión 3: Miércoles 30 de Abril de 6:00-9:00pm\n\nÚnete a nosotros esta primavera para la serie “Mentes en Crecimiento”\, diseñada específicamente para profesionales de la primera infancia comprometidas/os con el bienestar de los niños pequeños. Basada en la Ciencia de la Esperanza\, esta serie explorará cómo cultivar la resiliencia\, la autocompasión y la mentalidad de crecimiento tanto en educadores como en niños. Cada sesión ofrecerá estrategias prácticas para fomentar la salud emocional y física\, poniendo énfasis en el poder transformador de la gratitud\, la esperanza y la admiración. Unámonos para crear ambientes compasivos\, esperanzadores y equilibrados donde cada niño pueda prosperar. \nLos/las participantes podran ser elegibles para aplicar a los Premios al Logro DPP\, con un total de $325 \nRegístrese Aquí
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/mentes-en-crecimiento-serie-de-primavera/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250416T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20250310T155158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T003240Z
UID:5223-1744799400-1744804800@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Performance Management - Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Part 3 of 3 in this series on performance management will explore performance improvement plans\, difficult conversations\, staff development\, “stay” conversations\, off-boarding\, and termination. \nRegISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/performance-management-part-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250411T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241218T202659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T202659Z
UID:4989-1744394400-1744401600@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Social Emotional - Behavior is Communication
DESCRIPTION:The workshop provides practical strategies for interpreting and responding to behaviors\, helping children manage and express their emotions in healthy ways. Through role-play scenarios and real-life examples\, participants learn how to guide young children through emotional experiences in ways that promote emotional intelligence\, secure attachment\, and a strong foundation for social and emotional growth. \nRegISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/social-emotional-behavior-is-communication/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250410T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20250123T225131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T225131Z
UID:4096-1744290000-1744293600@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Denver CCAP Collaborative
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe Collaborative discusses policy and funding issues that affect large and small child care programs in the Denver metro area. The group meets regularly and includes participants from child care centers\, community funders\, and representatives from Denver Human Services. \nTopics at CCAP Collaborative meetings can include\, but are not limited to:\nCCAP Program and Policy Changes\nCommunity Funding Updates\nDiscussion of Welfare Reform Board Agenda\nTANF updates \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/denver-ccap-collaborative-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250408T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250408T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20250310T154710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T003231Z
UID:5220-1744108200-1744113600@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Performance Management - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Part 2 of the 3-part series on performance management will cover various aspects of staff performance and elements to include\, types of performance instruments\, goal setting\, quality feedback\, and linking performance to remuneration in an equitable manner. \nRegISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/performance-management-part-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250403T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250403T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20240607T221231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T171436Z
UID:4260-1743681600-1743685200@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Denver Director Equity and Advocacy Professional Learning Community
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis is a Director’s PLC and can be used as credit toward the Director DPP Achievement Award. \nQuestions? Contact Dora Esparza at dora@denverearlychildhood.org. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/denver-director-equity-and-advocacy-professional-learning-community-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250402T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250402T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241218T182022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T182022Z
UID:4980-1743618600-1743625800@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Conciencia de la Salud Mental en la Primera Infancia
DESCRIPTION:La salud mental ha sido de suma importancia en la educación de la primera infancia\, especialmente porque el aprendizaje en persona nos unió a todos después de la pandemia. Los niños pequeños no son una excepción a la hora de sentir la agitación emocional y mental del aislamiento\, el distanciamiento social y una dinámica de vida familiar cambiada. Entonces\, te preguntarás ¿cuál es tu rol como docente? Puedes ser un verdadero faro… inspirando\, empoderando y motivando a las mentes jóvenes. En otras palabras\, ustedes son la primera línea de defensa como maestros. Este entrenamiento ofrecerá algunos consejos y orientación para identificar las posibles señales de problemas de salud mental en niños pequeños para ayudarlos a navegar una de las tendencias actuales más complicadas en la educación de la primera infancia. \nRegister Here
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/conciencia-salud-mental-primera-infancia/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250402T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250402T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241217T010153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T170326Z
UID:4978-1743618600-1743625800@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:CHIME: Cultivating Healthy Intentional Mindful Educators (DPP Featured Series)
DESCRIPTION:This is a free 8-part series: \n\nSession 1: Wednesday April 2 from 6:30-8:30pm\nSession 2: Wednesday April 9 from 6:30-8:00pm\nSession 3: Wednesday April 16 from 6:30-8:00pm\nSession 4: Wednesday April 23 from 6:30-8:00pm\nSession 5: Wednesday April 30 from 6:30-8:00pm\nSession 6: Wednesday May 7 from 6:30-8:00pm\nSession 7: Wednesday May 14 from 6:30-8:00pm\nSession 8: Wednesday May 21 from 6:30-8:00pm\n\nJoin the Early Learning Department of the Denver Public Library in a journey towards mindfulness. Over the course of eight weeks\, we will provide education and guidance on how to incorporate mindfulness and reflective practice into your daily routine\, teaching and caregiving. Engaging in mindfulness and reflective practice has many benefits for health and wellbeing\, including reduced stress\, improved emotion management\, increased focus and attention and enhanced relationships. Each week\, we’ll explore a different aspect of mindfulness and provide fun\, engaging activities that you can incorporate into your classroom the next day. \n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees might be eligible to apply for the DPP Teacher Achievement Awards totaling $325 \n\n\n\nRegISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/chime-cultivating-healthy-intentional-mindful-educators-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250402T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20250310T154419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T003223Z
UID:5218-1743589800-1743595200@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Performance Management - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Part 1 of 3 in this series on performance management will highlight its importance for child care and preschools\, showing how it supports business success\, stability\, and quality. It covers recruitment\, onboarding\, 1-on-1 meetings\, and an introduction to quality staff performance. \nRegISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/performance-management-part-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250401T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241216T224925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T230704Z
UID:4961-1743530400-1743534000@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Creative Expressions: Teaching Art in Early Childhood
DESCRIPTION:This is a 4-part series: \n\nSession 1: Tuesday April 1 from 6:00-7:00pm\nSession 2: Thursday April 3 from 6:00-7:00pm\nSession 3: Tuesday April 8 from 6:00-7:00pm\nSession 4: Thursday April 10 from 6:00-7:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis series is designed to inspire and engage young learners through the world of art\, offering ECE educators practical approaches to fostering creativity in children from infancy to preschool. Emphasizing the experience of art over the final product\, this series highlights art as a journey of exploration\, process\, and self-expression. The first workshop\, “Art is Different Than Crafts\,” focuses on the value of creative experiences\, where children are encouraged to experiment and express themselves through open-ended art activities. “Art in Nature” invites children to use natural materials like leaves and stones for self-expression\, fostering creativity\, observation skills\, and a deep connection to nature. The series also offers strategies to engage preschoolers in art experiences that promote self-expression\, experimentation\, and fine motor development through activities like painting\, drawing\, and sculpting. Finally\, “Art for Infants” introduces sensory-rich experiences that encourage tactile exploration\, color recognition\, texture exploration\, and basic fine motor development\, building a love for creativity from the start. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/creative-expressions-teaching-art-in-early-childhood/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250327T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250327T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241218T202023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T202023Z
UID:4987-1743082200-1743084000@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:RMHS Programs and Working with Providers
DESCRIPTION:We will review the early childhood programs at Rocky Mountain Human Services including Early Intervention\, Denver Early Steps\, and Developmental Monitoring. We will discuss how screenings are used at RMHS to identify developmental delays and social emotional-challenges and how classrooms can partner with us to sign up for screening events. Teachers will have the chance to learn more about push-in\, pull-out and hybrid methods of intervention and their benefits and drawbacks will be explored. Finally\, we will consider the importance of teacher-provider collaboration for carry-over of learned skills into the classroom and beyond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/rmhs-early-childhood-programs-intervention-partnering/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241216T233756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T170307Z
UID:4968-1743012000-1743022800@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:عقول مزدهرة: سلسلة النمو الربيعي لمتخصصي الطفولة المبكرة (سلسلة مميزة من DPP)
DESCRIPTION:سيتم تقديم هذا التدريب باللغة الإنجليزية مع الترجمة الفورية إلى العربية. \nالجلسة 1: الأربعاء 26 مارس من الساعة 6:00 مساءً حتى 9:00 مساءً\nالجلسة 2: الأربعاء 2 أبريل من الساعة 6:00 مساءً حتى 9:00 مساءً\nالجلسة 3: الأربعاء 9 أبريل من الساعة 6:00 مساءً حتى 9:00 مساءً \nانضموا إلينا هذا الربيع في “سلسلة العقول المزدهرة”، المصممة خصيصًا لمتخصصي الطفولة المبكرة الملتزمين برعاية رفاهية الأطفال الصغار. تعتمد هذه السلسلة على “علم الأمل”، وستستكشف كيفية تعزيز المرونة، والتعاطف مع الذات، وعقلية النمو لدى المعلمين والأطفال على حد سواء. تقدم كل جلسة استراتيجيات عملية لتعزيز الصحة العاطفية والجسدية، مع التركيز على القوة التحويلية للامتنان والأمل والدهشة. دعونا نلتقي معًا لإنشاء بيئات مليئة بالتعاطف والأمل والتوازن حيث يمكن لكل طفل أن يزدهر. \nقد يكون الحاضرون مؤهلين للتقديم على جوائز إنجاز المعلمين في دبل التي تبلغ قيمتها 325 دولارًا. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nسجل هنا
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/%d8%b9%d9%82%d9%88%d9%84-%d9%85%d8%b2%d8%af%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d9%85%d9%88-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%b9%d9%8a-%d9%84%d9%85%d8%aa%d8%ae%d8%b5/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241216T231822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T193000Z
UID:4965-1743012000-1743022800@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Blossoming Minds: Spring Growth Series for Early Childhood Professionals  (DPP Featured Series)
DESCRIPTION:This training will be in English\, with Arabic interpretation \n\nSession 1: Wednesday March 26 from 6:00-9:00pm\nSession 2: Wednesday April 2 from 6:00-9:00pm\nSession 3: Wednesday April 9 from 6:00-9:00pm\n\nJoin us this Spring for the “Blossoming Minds Series”\, designed specifically for early childhood professionals dedicated to nurturing the well-being of young children. Rooted in the Science of Hope\, this series will explore how to cultivate resilience\, self-compassion\, and growth mindset in both educators and children. Each session offers practical strategies to foster emotional and physical health\, emphasizing the transformative power of gratitude\, hope\, and awe. Let’s come together to create compassionate\, hopeful\, and balanced environments where every child can thrive. \nAttendees might be eligible to apply for the DPP Teacher Achievement Awards totaling $325 \nRegISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/blossoming-minds-spring-growth-series-early-childhood-professionals/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20250123T004401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T011756Z
UID:5085-1742410800-1742418000@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Cinco Pasos para un Comportamiento Positivo en la Educación de Primera Infancia
DESCRIPTION:Esta capacitacion ha sido diseñada para proveer a los/las educadores de la primera infancia con estrategias prácticas para fomentar un entorno de aprendizaje de apoyo y productivo. Esta sesión interactiva explorará técnicas efectivas para promover un comportamiento positivo\, incluyendo la gestión proactiva del aula\, el refuerzo consistente y el apoyo individualizado. Los/las participantes aprenderán a implementar estos cinco pasos esenciales para mejorar la participación estudiantil\, reducir las interrupciones y construir una comunidad en el aula que fomente el crecimiento y el desarrollo. Ideal para educadores de la primera infancia que buscan perfeccionar su enfoque y crear una atmósfera de aprendizaje más armoniosa. \nRegístrese Aquí
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/cinco-pasos-comportamiento-positivo-en-educacion-de-primera-infancia/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250313T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250313T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T214805
CREATED:20241216T183419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T183645Z
UID:4958-1741885200-1741892400@denverearlychildhood.org
SUMMARY:Power in the Field of Early Childhood Education - For Administrators
DESCRIPTION:Directors and administrators play a critical role in fostering a supportive and effective environment for teachers and staff within their centers. This responsibility requires thoughtful leadership and strategic guidance. In this session\, participants will be introduced to the concept of role power and its impact on creating a positive organizational culture. Emphasis will be placed on how to use power thoughtfully and effectively to promote a culture of constructive feedback. Through a combination of small and large group discussions\, participants will gain valuable insights and leave with a clear\, actionable goals to implement in their centers\, enhancing both staff support and overall center dynamics. \nRegISTER HERE
URL:https://denverearlychildhood.org/event/power-in-early-childhood-education-for-administrators/
LOCATION:Virtual
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