Health + Well-Being Committee Meeting
2024-10-23 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Denver) | Online
The Health + Well-Being Committee is a subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council and meets quarterly (January, April, July, and October). The committee is made up of agencies and individuals working collaboratively to guide the work of Alliance for Kids in meeting the goals and objectives of its Strategic Plan, which are aligned with the Early Childhood Colorado Framework.
Meeting details will be shared with committee members via email. If you have an interest in joining this committee, please contact Bernadine McCarron, Foundations Wellness Manager, at bmccarron@jointinitiatives.org.

Career Navigator Virtual Office Hours
2024-11-04 11:30 - 14:30, 2024-11-18 11:30 - 14:30, 2024-12-02 11:30 - 14:30, 2024-12-16 11:30 - 14:30, 2025-01-06 11:30 - 14:30, 2025-02-03 11:30 - 14:30, 2025-02-17 11:30 - 14:30, 2025-03-03 11:30 - 14:30 and 3 more dates
FREE SUPPORT TO PURSUE OR ADVANCE YOUR CAREER!
Do you need guidance navigating the many paths toward a rewarding career in early childhood? Have you been in the field and would like to know the opportunities for advancing your career? Joint Initiatives offers free career navigation! It includes PDIS support, assistance with college enrollment or applying for the Advancing Early Childhood Educators program (below), answering CDA questions, portfolio support, + more!
NEW! Virtual Office Hours via Zoom!
1st and 3rd Mondays | 11:30 am–2:30 pm
¡Ofrecemos nuestros servicios en Español!
For the Career Navigation flyer in Spanish, click HERE.
Download our Navigator Flyer for details and the link to virtual office hours or visit our BuildMyECECareer.com to schedule a free time to chat.
SHARE THE OPPORTUNITY
If you know someone considering a career in early childhood education, BuildMyECECareer.com has complete details for getting started, including inspiring videos highlighting those in the field!
Advancing Early Childhood Educators FLYER 11.8.24

REACH Executive Team Meeting
2024-11-07 11:45 - 13:15, 2024-12-05 11:45 - 13:15, 2025-01-02 11:45 - 13:15, 2025-02-06 11:45 - 13:15 | Online + In-Person
The Executive Team of the REACH Committee meets monthly to prepare for the full committee meeting.
The location and Zoom info will be provided in the meeting invitation prior to each meeting.
For more information about the REACH Committee, please contact Cassy Reyes.

REACH Committee
2024-11-13 13:00 - 14:30, 2024-11-21 13:00 - 14:30, 2024-12-19 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-01-16 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-02-20 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-03-20 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-04-17 13:00 - 14:30 | JI Ascend Center, 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, 80909, United States
As the oversight group for Pathways, the REACH Committee brings together individuals and organization representatives able to incorporate wraparound services and crisis response for youth and their families experiencing multiple challenges in the Pikes Peak region and the 4th Judicial District.
Meetings are in person at the Ascend Center.
For more information, contact Cassy Reyes.

Active Shooter Survival Skills Training
2024-11-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Online
This training will include emergency preparedness training on active shooter survival skills. Topics will include: Run/Hide/Fight, preparation, and planning.

GRAND OPENING of Juvenile Assessment Center
2024-12-10 10:30 - 12:00 | Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families, 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, 80909, United States
Joint Initiatives and School District 11 have partnered to launch a new youth center at Galileo Middle School.
Services provided to El Paso and Teller County youth:

Crisis intervention
Educational enrichment
Family Counseling
Substance abuse treatment
Tutoring
Mentoring
Individual plans based on assessments
Wraparound, multi-agency supports for youth and their families
Direct financial support for basic needs

A Deeper Dive into Suspension + Expulsion Practices
2025-01-25 09:00 - 10:30 | Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families, 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, 80909, United States
This training is for individuals who have completed the PDIS training “Ending Suspension and Expulsion in Early Care and Learning Settings.” Participants will review material covered in the PDIS training and have the opportunity to engage with colleagues around this difficult topic.
Instructor: Erika Cincotta, Foundations Mental Health Practitioner

BrainWise
2025-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families, 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, 80909, United States
BrainWise provides a comprehensive package of ideas, providing a framework and tools to help teachers teach what children at a young age need to possess the social, emotional, and critical thinking skills necessary to analyze and respond to complex situations and to recognize, understand, and appropriately manage their own emotions. This training will offer strategies for supporting children in controlling impulsive behavior, accurately identifying choices, assessing the consequences of actions, and making responsible decisions.
Instructor: Paula Hergert, M.A. Ed.

Custom Sensory Consultation & Program Building for Parents
2025-02-21 16:00 - 19:00 | The Arc Pikes Peak Region, 10 N. Meade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO, 80909, United States
A FREE Custom Sensory Consultation & Program Building for Parents!

Are you looking for guidance on your child’s sensory needs? Join us for a one-on-one consultation with Kate Lovato, OT, owner of Flourish Infant and Pediatric Therapy Service. This FREE session will help you understand your child’s unique sensory profile and provide strategies to support their development.

Friday, February 21st

Time slots available between 4 PM – 7 PM (choose your preference when signing up!)

10 N. Meade Ave (Virtual option available)

Live Spanish translation available

Open to the community!

Whether your child struggles with sensory overload, craves more sensory input, or faces challenges with focus and self-regulation, this consultation is a valuable starting point to create a customized plan tailored to their needs.

Spots are limited—register now: surveymonkey.com/r/G3WNVY9

Know Your Rights and Responsibilities (Special Education)
2025-02-27 17:30 - 19:30 | The Arc Pikes Peak Region, 10 N. Meade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO, 80909, United States
We are so excited to continue the workshop series, “Know Your Rights and Responsibilities,” in partnership with Colorado Legal Services, PEAK Parent Center, and The Arc Pikes Peak Region. This workshop series is geared towards parents on the Special Education process and will be delivered by an attorney in Special Education law.

Join us for the second workshop of the series on Thursday, February 27th for the topic IEP (Individualized Education Program) to help parents understand their legal rights and responsibilities when their child has an IEP.

A light meal will be provided and Spanish/ASL interpretation are available when indicated in registration. I’ve listed out the details below:
Topic: IEP (Individualized Education Program) Process
Date: Thursday, February 27th, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: The Arc Pikes Peak Region
10 N Meade Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80909

PDF Flyer in English: bit.ly/4gp887y

PDF Flyer in Spanish: bit.ly/4hDKXHx

Emergency Preparedness for Early Childhood Professionals
2025-03-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
The ChildCare Aware of America 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
