EQIT SESSION A 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. It builds on the knowledge and experience of infant and toddler caregivers through interesting, interactive, and fun activities. Please note that when registering for an EQIT training […]
Join us for PLAYGROUP every other Wednesday from 9:30 - 11 am at JI's Ascend Center location (1600 N. Union Blvd.) August 13 and 27 September 10 and 24 October 8 and 22 November 5 and 19 Children (ages birth–5) and their parents, caregivers, grandparents, and/or favorite adults are invited for a playful morning of […]
The ChildCare Aware of America refresher training aims to help childcare programs and providers better prepare for emergencies. Participants will receive resources and the training covers: • Importance of emergency preparedness for childcare • Actions required for different emergencies • Supporting children's needs • Writing an emergency plan Instructor: Geanina Brown, Foundations Workforce Manager
SAVE THE DATE! The Family Friendly Initiative, led by Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families, in partnership with the Pikes Peak Workforce Center, is sharing the opportunity to participate in an Early Childhood Education Job Fair on January 21, 2026. If your program is hiring for open positions, this is a great opportunity to meet early […]
Build Your Bounce provides simple strategies for building resilience, including reflection opportunities and tools for monitoring personal social and emotional health. Identifying our strengths, goals, and strategies to help with our Relationships, Internal Beliefs, Initiative, and Self-Control. These resources can help you develop resilience and cope with life's challenges effectively. Trainer: Jessica Alexander, MA, IMH […]
Parents Challenge is hosting its 10th Annual School Fair, a free event that brings together 50+ local schools and family resources in one place. Families can explore public, private, charter, homeschool and enrichment options while leaving with clear next steps for their children’s success. Enjoy local vendors, giveaways, games, and performances while making valuable connections […]
Join a focused PLC designed specifically for Early Childhood Directors committed to strengthening workforce development within their programs. Participants will: Gain tools and knowledge to support career ladder planning with staff Explore and utilize a specialized Early Childhood Career Ladder Toolkit Build a peer mentoring network to share strategies and support implementation Collaborate on sustainable recruitment and retention strategies This PLC […]
There will be a vaccine clinic at the Ascend Center - located at Galileo Middle School. Please enter through the blue double doors that face Union Blvd. Vaccines include: Flu, Hep A, Hep B, HPV, HiB, MMR, Meningitis, Pneumonia, Polio, Rotavirus, Tdap/DTap, Varicella Vaccine Clinic Flyer REGISTER HERE: bit.ly/VaccineClinicFEB2026
All babies are born with billions of neurons bumping around their brains… but very few of those neurons are connected. That’s where YOU come in! The Growing Brain curriculum provides early childhood professionals with the knowledge, support, and evidence-based strategies they can use in everyday moments to support healthy brain development and build the connections […]
The REACH Committee will meet in a new location for February 19, 2026.
Becoming a Licensed Family Child Care Provider is an exciting career move that offers you the opportunity to provide appropriate care and guidance for other children in your community. Licensed Family Child Care Providers can earn income for their families while providing an invaluable service to the community. Instructor: Shaina Bretag Foundations Coach
Immunize Colorado is hosting a Community Baby Shower on February 28, 2026, for pregnant people and young families. Each event will feature approximately 30 exhibitors that will provide resources, information, and services related to health, insurance support, safety, child care support, early learning and literacy, parental support and self-care, and other wraparound services. The events […]