Events

Strong communication helps leaders build trust, address concerns, and guide teams through difficult situations. This session offers practical strategies for giving feedback and navigating challenging conversations. Early Childhood leaders learn about the effective strategies such as active listening, giving constructive feedback and giving clear expectations can promote emotional regulation and build respectful workplace communication. This […]

Join us for the November session of our Professional Learning Community (PLC)! This monthly, informal gathering brings together directors, teachers, and staff from across our team to connect, share experiences, and discuss current needs and challenges in the field. It’s an opportunity to learn from one another, exchange ideas, and have open conversations about what’s […]

Take time to reflect on family conferences and the experiences of the first few months of school. We’ll focus on strengthening relationships and communication with co-teachers, including how responsibilities are divided, how to address imbalances, and what additional support may be needed. We’ll also reflect on the strengths we value in our co-teachers and ourselves […]

This sessionwill be interpreted in English, Spanish, Dari, and Arabic as needed The FFN Community of Practice is a new opportunity for FFN caregivers to learn directly from one another in a supportive, peer-led environment. FFN caregivers will have opportunities to share their knowledge, demonstrate practical strategies, and talk about real-life experiences that can support […]

Managing Challenging Staff helps early childhood leaders address performance concerns, navigate difficult conversations, and foster a positive workplace. Participants learn practical strategies for coaching employees, preventing disruptive behavior, managing their own reactions, and handling termination when necessary. This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and $20 for […]

This sessionwill be conducted in English, with Spanish, Dari, and Arabic interpretation available. In this training we will explore the various functions and platforms contained within the PDIS. The Components, point spreads and the purpose of the various Credential levels will be reviewed. The Learning platform will be explored and we will go over locating […]

This sessionwill be conducted in English, with Spanish, Dari, and Arabic interpretation available. This session provides participants with a clear understanding of the essential health,safety, and regulatory requirements that support a responsible and compliant childcare business environment. The training covers foundational standards, best practices, and legalexpectations relevant to childcare and small-business operations, helping participantsbuild confidence […]

This sessionwill be conducted in English, with Spanish, Dari, and Arabic interpretation available. This training will set you up for success in fostering an environment that supports independant creativity with young children. We explore what materials to include and how to design the physical space for adding a creation area to your home. You will […]

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 […]

This sessionwill be conducted in English, with Spanish, Dari, and Arabic interpretation available. In this training we will focus on the most common Credentials and Qualifications offered by the PDIS. We will go over what each Credential and Qualification offers you. Lastly, we take time to review the process of applying for each of the […]

Celebrate successes from the first half of the school year and look ahead to the months to come. We’ll explore culturally responsive approaches to holiday celebrations and consider how the traditions and experiences we center shape the classroom community. Participants will set personal and classroom goals for the second half of the year, reflect on […]