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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Early childhood programs are invited to join us for a special El Paso County Virtual Universal Pre-K (UPK) Town Hall on Wednesday, September 6th from 4:45–6:45 pm*, hosted by Joint Initiatives for […]
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 […]
JOIN US! October 20th Joint Initiatives is announcing a NEW platform to keep early childhood providers informed about guidance from the Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), offer time for […]
JOIN US! October 20th Joint Initiatives is announcing a NEW platform to keep early childhood providers informed about guidance from the Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), offer time for […]
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 […]
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 […]