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SUMMARY:PRE-LICENCIA PARA HOGARES DE CUIDO INFANTIL FAMILIARES 
DESCRIPTION:NUEVA! PRE-LICENCIA PARA HOGARES DE CUIDO INFANTIL FAMILIARES \n15-19 de Abril | 9:30 am – 1:00 pm \nLa capacitacion Previa a la Licencia para un Hogar de Cuido Infantil Familiar es una requerida de 15 horas. Los participantes deberán asistir los 5 dias y completar los 7 modulos para recibir el certificado de finalización. \nRegístrese aquí en PDIS | $50
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/pre-licencia-para-hogares-de-cuido-infantil-familiares/2024-04-18/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:PRE-LICENCIA PARA HOGARES DE CUIDO INFANTIL FAMILIARES 
DESCRIPTION:NUEVA! PRE-LICENCIA PARA HOGARES DE CUIDO INFANTIL FAMILIARES \n15-19 de Abril | 9:30 am – 1:00 pm \nLa capacitacion Previa a la Licencia para un Hogar de Cuido Infantil Familiar es una requerida de 15 horas. Los participantes deberán asistir los 5 dias y completar los 7 modulos para recibir el certificado de finalización. \nRegístrese aquí en PDIS | $50
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/pre-licencia-para-hogares-de-cuido-infantil-familiares/2024-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:PRE-LICENCIA PARA HOGARES DE CUIDO INFANTIL FAMILIARES 
DESCRIPTION:NUEVA! PRE-LICENCIA PARA HOGARES DE CUIDO INFANTIL FAMILIARES \n15-19 de Abril | 9:30 am – 1:00 pm \nLa capacitacion Previa a la Licencia para un Hogar de Cuido Infantil Familiar es una requerida de 15 horas. Los participantes deberán asistir los 5 dias y completar los 7 modulos para recibir el certificado de finalización. \nRegístrese aquí en PDIS | $50
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/pre-licencia-para-hogares-de-cuido-infantil-familiares/2024-04-16/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240415T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140851
CREATED:20240209T153649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T153649Z
UID:10000707-1713173400-1713186000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:PRE-LICENCIA PARA HOGARES DE CUIDO INFANTIL FAMILIARES 
DESCRIPTION:NUEVA! PRE-LICENCIA PARA HOGARES DE CUIDO INFANTIL FAMILIARES \n15-19 de Abril | 9:30 am – 1:00 pm \nLa capacitacion Previa a la Licencia para un Hogar de Cuido Infantil Familiar es una requerida de 15 horas. Los participantes deberán asistir los 5 dias y completar los 7 modulos para recibir el certificado de finalización. \nRegístrese aquí en PDIS | $50
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/pre-licencia-para-hogares-de-cuido-infantil-familiares/2024-04-15/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240416
DTSTAMP:20260614T140851
CREATED:20230712T222147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T171023Z
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SUMMARY:EQIT | Sessions A\, B\, C\, and D
DESCRIPTION:The 48-hour EQIT Curriculum provides a solid introduction to infant and toddler development\, with a focus on providing quality group care for our youngest children. The EQIT course builds on the knowledge and experience of infant and toddler caregivers through interesting\, interactive\, and fun activities. The EQIT Curriculum has been approved by the Division of Child Care as one of the classes that can be used for Early Childhood Teacher (formerly Group Leader) Qualifications AND will count toward the Infant Toddler class that will be required for Director Qualifications. The Expanding Quality in Infant Toddler (EQIT) Care Curriculum consists of 16 modules\, covering the following topics: \n\nEmotional Development\nResponsive Care\nFamily Partnership\nSafety\, Health\, and Nutrition\nLearning Environments\nCurriculum\nLanguage Development\nLiteracy\nPhysical Development\nCulture\nChildren with Special Needs\nProfessionalism\n\nRegister in PDIS. \nSession A: July 27–September 21\, 2023\nSession B: October 18–December 19\, 2023\nSession C: February 1–April 4\, 2024\nSession D: April 15–June 10\, 2024 \nSee PDIS for specific dates and times.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/eqit-sessions-a-b-c-and-d/2024-04-15/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240313T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140851
CREATED:20231010T202210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T214442Z
UID:10000508-1710331200-1710338400@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Coffee Chat with Coaches
DESCRIPTION:Grab your favorite coffee or tea and join JI’s Foundations Coaches for some time to chat. This is a NEW virtual forum for early childhood professionals to connect with us\, seek resources\, and bring questions and concerns about topics such as staffing challenges\, ratings\, licensing\, stress/workload\, professional development\, tension in the workplace\, challenging behaviors\, and evaluations for children with special needs.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/coffee-chat-with-coaches/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240308T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240308T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140851
CREATED:20230712T220642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T213527Z
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SUMMARY:Early Childhood Trauma Training for Families and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:This training is for families or anyone in the community who would like deeper knowledge of what childhood trauma looks like and how to promote a trauma-sensitive home environment. You will learn how to: 1) define trauma; 2) understand the developmental implications of early childhood trauma; 3) understand the prevalence of trauma; 4) identify the basic brain structures involved in the biological response to trauma; and 5) understand how toxic stress impacts the brain. \nThis training is presented by Cassy Reyes\, Foundations Trauma Coach + Trainer. \nView the flyer HERE.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/early-childhood-trauma-training-for-families-and-caregivers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240229T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240229T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140851
CREATED:20231207T191038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T213953Z
UID:10000514-1709231400-1709236800@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Social-Emotional Health and Development – Trauma 2
DESCRIPTION:This training is the second part of Trauma 1 and it is highly recommended you take Trauma 1 before taking Trauma 2. This training goes more in-depth about the effect’s trauma has on the young brain and what you can do to help promote a trauma-sensitive classroom\, both for adults and children. This class will also help earn points toward the Colorado Shines rating.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/social-emotional-health-and-development-trauma-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140851
CREATED:20231207T190924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T214054Z
UID:10000513-1708626600-1708632000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Social-Emotional Health and Development – Trauma 1
DESCRIPTION:This training will go over promoting social-emotional development in a trauma-sensitive environment helping both teachers and students have a successful learning environment. This class will also help earn points toward the Colorado Shines rating. It is highly recommended to take this training before taking Trauma 2.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/social-emotional-health-and-development-trauma-1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140851
CREATED:20231207T190614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T214208Z
UID:10000512-1707555600-1710590400@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Leading Edge™ For Family Childcare Providers
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families/Foundations\, the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center LEADING EDGE™ for Childcare Providers helps both licensed childcare providers (home-based) and start-ups. The program assists childcare providers in strengthening business practices when coping with the ever-changing landscape of the Colorado workforce.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/leading-edge-for-family-childcare-providers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240207T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20231207T190123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T214302Z
UID:10000511-1707327000-1707336000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Verbal De-Escalation and Active Shooter Survival Skills
DESCRIPTION:Join Officer Brian P. Corrado for the emergency preparedness training on verbal de-escalation and active shooter survival skills. Topics will include: Warning signs of hostile behavior\, listening skills\, Personal Safety\, Situational Awareness\, Run/Hide/Fight\, preparation and planning.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/verbal-de-escalation-and-active-shooter-survival-skills/
LOCATION:Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families\, 1600 N. Union Blvd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80909\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230712T222147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T171023Z
UID:10000653-1706745600-1706831999@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:EQIT | Sessions A\, B\, C\, and D
DESCRIPTION:The 48-hour EQIT Curriculum provides a solid introduction to infant and toddler development\, with a focus on providing quality group care for our youngest children. The EQIT course builds on the knowledge and experience of infant and toddler caregivers through interesting\, interactive\, and fun activities. The EQIT Curriculum has been approved by the Division of Child Care as one of the classes that can be used for Early Childhood Teacher (formerly Group Leader) Qualifications AND will count toward the Infant Toddler class that will be required for Director Qualifications. The Expanding Quality in Infant Toddler (EQIT) Care Curriculum consists of 16 modules\, covering the following topics: \n\nEmotional Development\nResponsive Care\nFamily Partnership\nSafety\, Health\, and Nutrition\nLearning Environments\nCurriculum\nLanguage Development\nLiteracy\nPhysical Development\nCulture\nChildren with Special Needs\nProfessionalism\n\nRegister in PDIS. \nSession A: July 27–September 21\, 2023\nSession B: October 18–December 19\, 2023\nSession C: February 1–April 4\, 2024\nSession D: April 15–June 10\, 2024 \nSee PDIS for specific dates and times.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/eqit-sessions-a-b-c-and-d/2024-02-01/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20221024T203809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T191956Z
UID:10000593-1705737600-1705759200@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Simple Gift Scholars | Early Childhood Enrichment Training
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of networking and enrichment training featuring the music and literacy programming of the early childhood Simple Gift Series on PBS. Launched here in Colorado Springs\, this unique program works to quiet the world around every child\, while honoring the power of human connectedness and gratitude for all life’s Simple Gifts! Join Linda Weise\, the creator of the program\, as she shares original songs and books\, and teaches you how you  can bring these elements to your classroom while utilizing the program as an additional teaching tool.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/simple-gift-networking-enrichment-training-for-early-childhood-professionals/
LOCATION:Simple Gift Scholars\, 127 1/2 Bijou St.\, Suite 1\, Colorado Springs
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230811T161612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T165624Z
UID:10000656-1700071200-1700078400@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:ChildcareRead
DESCRIPTION:The ChildcareRead 4-hour workshop provides certification for people who work directly with children birth-5 years old. In this training\, participants will gain ideas and strategies to energize storytime\, make reading fun\, and expand literacy into other parts of the child care day. They will participate in sample lessons from the Story Exploring® curriculum and learn the step-by-step model for planning the use of books with young children. Participants will become certified as a Story Exploring® Facilitator Earn 4 hours in Colorado Shines PDIS; learn ways to meet high-quality child care and education standards in language and literacy; and receive the curriculum of over 60 lessons\, parent take-home materials in English and Spanish\, and several children’s books\, and more. \nThis is a two-day training on November 14 and 15th. \nClick HERE to view the flyer.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/childcareread/2023-11-15/
LOCATION:Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families\, 1600 N. Union Blvd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80909\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Murphy":MAILTO:karen@coloradohumanities.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230811T161612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T165624Z
UID:10000655-1699984800-1699992000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:ChildcareRead
DESCRIPTION:The ChildcareRead 4-hour workshop provides certification for people who work directly with children birth-5 years old. In this training\, participants will gain ideas and strategies to energize storytime\, make reading fun\, and expand literacy into other parts of the child care day. They will participate in sample lessons from the Story Exploring® curriculum and learn the step-by-step model for planning the use of books with young children. Participants will become certified as a Story Exploring® Facilitator Earn 4 hours in Colorado Shines PDIS; learn ways to meet high-quality child care and education standards in language and literacy; and receive the curriculum of over 60 lessons\, parent take-home materials in English and Spanish\, and several children’s books\, and more. \nThis is a two-day training on November 14 and 15th. \nClick HERE to view the flyer.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/childcareread/2023-11-14/
LOCATION:Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families\, 1600 N. Union Blvd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80909\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Murphy":MAILTO:karen@coloradohumanities.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231023T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230712T220914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T172043Z
UID:10000650-1698062400-1698067800@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System) Tool Overview
DESCRIPTION:CLASS not only defines teaching quality through the lens of interactions\, but it also provides the ability to measure and improve the interactions that matter most for children’s outcomes. And it’s a journey of continuous improvement that is data-driven.\nAs you implement CLASS\, you will:\n• Focus on high-quality interactions and create a shared understanding of quality in your program\n• Measure the quality of interactions to create a system that enables data-driven improvement\n• Improve teaching quality through tailored and individualized professional development \nThis training is presented by Cassy Reyes\, Foundations Trauma Coach + Trainer. \nView the flyer HERE.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/class-classroom-assessment-scoring-system-tool-overview/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231021T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231021T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230815T141448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T193308Z
UID:10000693-1697873400-1697905800@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Eyes Toward the Future Fall Conference | PPRFCA
DESCRIPTION:The Pikes Peak Region Family Child Care Association will present a fall conference\, “Eyes Towards the Future\,” on October 21\, 2023. Family Child Care Providers and early childhood program staff are invited to register. Sessions include Circle Time Engaging Practices\, Classroom Transitions\, and Challenging Behavior in Children. \nFor details and the link to register\, please click HERE.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/eyes-toward-the-future-fall-conference-pprfca/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Lutheran Church\, 4125 Constitution Ave.\, Colorado Springs
CATEGORIES:Events + Meetings,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231019
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230712T222147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T171023Z
UID:10000652-1697587200-1697673599@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:EQIT | Sessions A\, B\, C\, and D
DESCRIPTION:The 48-hour EQIT Curriculum provides a solid introduction to infant and toddler development\, with a focus on providing quality group care for our youngest children. The EQIT course builds on the knowledge and experience of infant and toddler caregivers through interesting\, interactive\, and fun activities. The EQIT Curriculum has been approved by the Division of Child Care as one of the classes that can be used for Early Childhood Teacher (formerly Group Leader) Qualifications AND will count toward the Infant Toddler class that will be required for Director Qualifications. The Expanding Quality in Infant Toddler (EQIT) Care Curriculum consists of 16 modules\, covering the following topics: \n\nEmotional Development\nResponsive Care\nFamily Partnership\nSafety\, Health\, and Nutrition\nLearning Environments\nCurriculum\nLanguage Development\nLiteracy\nPhysical Development\nCulture\nChildren with Special Needs\nProfessionalism\n\nRegister in PDIS. \nSession A: July 27–September 21\, 2023\nSession B: October 18–December 19\, 2023\nSession C: February 1–April 4\, 2024\nSession D: April 15–June 10\, 2024 \nSee PDIS for specific dates and times.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/eqit-sessions-a-b-c-and-d/2023-10-18/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230923T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230712T210823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T211013Z
UID:10000647-1695463200-1695477600@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Restorative Practice: Part of a Trauma-Informed Classroom Strategy (Sat.)
DESCRIPTION:Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families is offering a NEW learning session presenting the connection between trauma-informed practices and the five principles of restorative practice (relationship\, respect\, responsibility\, repair\, and reintegration). \nKathy Orr\, Executive Director of Peaceful Households\, will lead this learning session focused on understanding the role of trauma\, building community in the classroom\, and developing healthy relationships. Designed especially for early childhood educators\, this training will benefit center-based directors and staff\, family child care providers\, paraprofessionals\, and anyone working with young children. \nTo download flyer\, click HERE.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/restorative-practice-part-of-a-trauma-informed-classroom-strategy-sat/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230607T185302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T151334Z
UID:10000645-1694541600-1694548800@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Restorative Practice: Part of a Trauma-Informed Classroom Strategy (Evening)
DESCRIPTION:Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families is offering a NEW learning session presenting the connection between trauma-informed practices and the five principles of restorative practice (relationship\, respect\, responsibility\, repair\, and reintegration). \nKathy Orr\, Executive Director of Peaceful Households\, will lead this learning session focused on understanding the role of trauma\, building community in the classroom\, and developing healthy relationships. Designed especially for early childhood educators\, this training will benefit center-based directors and staff\, family child care providers\, paraprofessionals\, and anyone working with young children. \nTo download flyer\, click HERE.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/restorative-practice-part-of-a-trauma-informed-classroom-strategy-2023-08-05/2023-09-12/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230905T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230607T185302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T151334Z
UID:10000644-1693936800-1693944000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Restorative Practice: Part of a Trauma-Informed Classroom Strategy (Evening)
DESCRIPTION:Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families is offering a NEW learning session presenting the connection between trauma-informed practices and the five principles of restorative practice (relationship\, respect\, responsibility\, repair\, and reintegration). \nKathy Orr\, Executive Director of Peaceful Households\, will lead this learning session focused on understanding the role of trauma\, building community in the classroom\, and developing healthy relationships. Designed especially for early childhood educators\, this training will benefit center-based directors and staff\, family child care providers\, paraprofessionals\, and anyone working with young children. \nTo download flyer\, click HERE.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/restorative-practice-part-of-a-trauma-informed-classroom-strategy-2023-08-05/2023-09-05/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230831T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230831T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230712T211759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T212505Z
UID:10000648-1693506600-1693512000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Social-Emotional Health + Development – Trauma 2
DESCRIPTION:This training is the second part of Trauma 1\, and it is highly recommended you take Trauma 1 before taking Trauma 2. This training goes more in-depth about the effects trauma has on the young brain and what you can do to help promote a trauma-sensitive classroom\, both for adults and children. This class will help earn points toward the Colorado Shines rating and is presented by Cassy Reyes\, Foundations Trauma Coach + Trainer.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/social-emotional-health-development-trauma-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230824T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230824T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230811T145117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T145511Z
UID:10000689-1692901800-1692907200@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Social-Emotional Health + Development – Trauma 1
DESCRIPTION:Trauma 1: This training will go over promoting social-emotional development in a trauma-sensitive environment helping both teachers and students have a successful learning environment. This class will also help earn points toward the Colorado Shines rating. It is highly recommended to take this training before taking Trauma 2. \nTrauma 2: This training is the second part of Trauma 1\, and it is highly recommended that you take Trauma 1 before taking Trauma 2. This training goes more in-depth about the effects trauma has on the young brain and what you can do to help promote a trauma-sensitive classroom\, both for adults and children. This class will also help earn points toward the Colorado Shines rating.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/social-emotional-health-development-trauma-1-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230728
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230712T222147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T171023Z
UID:10000651-1690416000-1690502399@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:EQIT | Sessions A\, B\, C\, and D
DESCRIPTION:The 48-hour EQIT Curriculum provides a solid introduction to infant and toddler development\, with a focus on providing quality group care for our youngest children. The EQIT course builds on the knowledge and experience of infant and toddler caregivers through interesting\, interactive\, and fun activities. The EQIT Curriculum has been approved by the Division of Child Care as one of the classes that can be used for Early Childhood Teacher (formerly Group Leader) Qualifications AND will count toward the Infant Toddler class that will be required for Director Qualifications. The Expanding Quality in Infant Toddler (EQIT) Care Curriculum consists of 16 modules\, covering the following topics: \n\nEmotional Development\nResponsive Care\nFamily Partnership\nSafety\, Health\, and Nutrition\nLearning Environments\nCurriculum\nLanguage Development\nLiteracy\nPhysical Development\nCulture\nChildren with Special Needs\nProfessionalism\n\nRegister in PDIS. \nSession A: July 27–September 21\, 2023\nSession B: October 18–December 19\, 2023\nSession C: February 1–April 4\, 2024\nSession D: April 15–June 10\, 2024 \nSee PDIS for specific dates and times.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/eqit-sessions-a-b-c-and-d/2023-07-27/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230612T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230607T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T201325Z
UID:10000646-1686592800-1686598200@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:EARLY CHILDHOOD TRAUMA PART 1
DESCRIPTION:A basic introduction to Early Childhood Trauma\, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)\, and resources to help adults and children in a classroom setting be successful. This training is a requirement to take the advanced Early Childhood Trauma Training Part 2. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/early-childhood-trauma-part-1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230413T221047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T221409Z
UID:10000665-1684573200-1684584000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:LEADING EDGE™ for Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:The Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center’s LEADING EDGE™ for Child Care Providers is created to help both licensed child care providers (center-based) and start-ups. The program assists child care providers in strengthening business practices and the ever-changing landscape of the Colorado workforce. \nRegister HERE for this 6-week impactful course. \n 
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/leading-edge-for-child-care-providers/2023-05-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230413T212611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T220755Z
UID:10000667-1684573200-1684584000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale (FCCERS)
DESCRIPTION:In this three-hour overview of the Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale (FCCERS-3)\, we discuss best practices related to the protection of children’s health and safety\, supporting\, and guiding social/emotional development\, and opportunities for intellectual and language stimulation and learning activities. Participants will also learn about the FCCERS-3 subscales\, the rationale for the requirements of the scale\, and receive suggestions on how to meet the scale’s criteria. Participants engage in hands-on activities and will learn about the scoring process. \nClayton Early Learning will email participants two emails before the training. The first email should be sent one week prior to the training with general information and the second email the day before the training to include the Zoom link and FCCERS-3 Hints.  \n$20 | Free for CCCAP programs.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/family-child-care-environment-rating-scale-fccers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230413T221047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T221409Z
UID:10000664-1683968400-1683979200@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:LEADING EDGE™ for Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:The Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center’s LEADING EDGE™ for Child Care Providers is created to help both licensed child care providers (center-based) and start-ups. The program assists child care providers in strengthening business practices and the ever-changing landscape of the Colorado workforce. \nRegister HERE for this 6-week impactful course. \n 
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/leading-edge-for-child-care-providers/2023-05-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230413T221047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T221409Z
UID:10000663-1683363600-1683374400@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:LEADING EDGE™ for Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:The Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center’s LEADING EDGE™ for Child Care Providers is created to help both licensed child care providers (center-based) and start-ups. The program assists child care providers in strengthening business practices and the ever-changing landscape of the Colorado workforce. \nRegister HERE for this 6-week impactful course. \n 
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/leading-edge-for-child-care-providers/2023-05-06/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140852
CREATED:20230413T221047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T221409Z
UID:10000662-1682758800-1682769600@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:LEADING EDGE™ for Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:The Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center’s LEADING EDGE™ for Child Care Providers is created to help both licensed child care providers (center-based) and start-ups. The program assists child care providers in strengthening business practices and the ever-changing landscape of the Colorado workforce. \nRegister HERE for this 6-week impactful course. \n 
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/leading-edge-for-child-care-providers/2023-04-29/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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