Fundamentals of Program Planning for the Return to Fully In-person Services
WebinarThis session will review the fundamentals of program planning and how this process supports Head Start/Early Head Start services as they return to full in-person comprehensive services. The session will highlight the utility of the Program Planning Cycle and the community assessment. The event will also reinforce the importance of Head Start Program Leadership (governing body/Tribal Council, Policy Council and key management staff) in the planning process.
Stress and Trauma Part 2: Buffering the Impact of the Pandemic
WebinarThis webinar will build on Part 1 of the Stress and Trauma series. Discover strategies to reduce the negative impact of the pandemic in Head Start settings and children’s homes. Participants will also be invited to reflect on strategies for wellness and healing for themselves and their communities.
Head Start Forward: Health and Safety Considerations
WebinarJoin the fourth webinar in the five-part Head Start Forward series for guidance and support programs can use as they work toward full enrollment and fully in-person comprehensive services. Hear about important health and safety considerations. Keep the conversation going on social media using #HeadStartForward.
Ready and Resilient! Promoting the Resilience of Children and Adults
WebinarEach day, children and adults rely upon strong social-emotional skills as we navigate various life experiences. Learn strategies to support the resilience and social-emotional well-being of children and adults in this reflective webinar presented by Dr. Nefertiti B. Poyner. We will unpack key elements for creating early childhood environments that promote strong social-emotional development and how to build the protective factors both adults and children need to be resilient.
Ventilation Basics for Head Start Programs
WebinarJoin this webinar to hear from an expert on ventilation of indoor spaces in Head Start programs to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Topics include how to assess your ventilation system and ways to increase the flow of clean air. The webinar will also provide guidance for questions to ask your program’s ventilation consultant and products to consider purchasing.
Recognizing and Challenging Implicit Bias
WebinarThis training provides an overview of what implicit bias is and how it can get in the way in our daily lives and work. Additionally, this training explores the significance of understanding and accounting for implicit bias and strategies to identify, reflect, and disrupt biases.
Being Thorough: A Concept for Building High-Performance in Your Early Childhood Program
WebinarOver the years, the meaning of “high-quality” in early care and education programs has become murky and subjective. So much so, that many of us have lost a clear understanding of what high-quality actually looks like. But when we instill a culture dedicated to being thorough, there’s no ambiguity in our actions. It’s about being complete, precise, and aware of our actions and interactions. In this webinar, presented by Christy Jones-Hudson, you will learn that high-performing teachers aren’t perfect, and they don’t always get it right the first time. But their motivation and passion go hand-in-hand as they sharpen their skills. They exude confidence and handle uncomfortable situations with ease and professionalism.
Region 9 Education & Family Services Training
Microsoft TeamsComponent preservice training for staff of Region 9: Early Head Start.
Program Approaches for Staff Wellness
WebinarIn this webinar, review strategies for and approaches to developing staff wellness plans. Learn how to implement a systematic, program-wide approach to staff wellness. Discover tools to plan for and measure ongoing progress and meaningful change. Engage with others around innovative ideas and practical next steps to enhance staff wellness throughout your agency.
Education Manager Series: The 5 Rs for Early Leaders: The Importance of Recognition
WebinarStrong Early learning Leaders recognize teachers’ learning and growth through acknowledgement of small and big wins. Join this webinar to review The 5 Rs for Early Learning Leaders and explore the ways that strong leaders formally and informally demonstrate Recognition. Discover what it looks like to lead with the heart and offer meaningful feedback. Identify the positive impact on program quality and outcomes when staff feel seen, supported, and valued.