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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231021T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231021T163000
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231019
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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/2023-10-18/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230923T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20230712T210823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T211013Z
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20230607T185302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T151334Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230906T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230906T184500
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20230201T231026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T191029Z
UID:10000596-1694018700-1694025900@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:UPK Town Hall for Early Childhood Programs
DESCRIPTION: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 Youth + Families\, the Local Coordinating Organization for UPK. This Town Hall will feature a presentation by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood and breakout sessions for center-based early childhood programs\, family child care homes (FCCH)\, and school district preschools to learn and ask questions about UPK. \n\n4:45–5:30 pm | School District Breakout Session\n5:30–6:00 pm | CDEC Presentation on major updates\n6:00–6:45 pm | Center and FCCH Breakout Sessions\n\n*School Districts: Please join the Town Hall at 4:45 for the Breakout Session\, followed by the CDEC presentation at 5:30 pm. \n*Centers and Family Child Care Homes: Please join the Town Hall at 5:30 pm for the CDEC presentation\, followed by Breakout Session at 6:00 pm. \nTo help us prepare for the event\, participants are encouraged to submit questions in advance. This option is included on the registration form. \nView and share Town Hall Flyer HERE.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/upk-town-hall-for-el-paso-county-early-childhood-programs/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events + Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230905T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230831T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230831T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
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:20260416T214418
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:20260416T214418
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:20230726T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230726T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20220316T145920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T201325Z
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SUMMARY:Health + Well-Being Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMeeting 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.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/health-well-being-committee-meeting/2023-07-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events + Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230615T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20220509T201314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T200856Z
UID:10000600-1686834000-1686839400@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Family Support + Education Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Family Support + Education Committee is a subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council\, and serves as the oversight group for the Voices program of Joint Initiatives. Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month. 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. \nMeeting details will be shared with committee members via email. If you have an interest in joining this committee\, please contact Bernadine McCarron\, Foundations Health + Wellness Manager\, at bmccarron@jointinitiatives.org.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/family-support-education-committee-meeting-2/2023-06-15/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events + Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Ramone Sanders":MAILTO:rsanders@jointinitiatives.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230613T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20220509T202304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T202326Z
UID:10000614-1686661200-1686663000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Alliance for Kids Legislative Subcommittee
DESCRIPTION:The Legislative Subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council meets monthly. \nMeeting details/Zoom will be shared with subcommittee members via email. If you would like more information\, please contact Kelly Hurtado\, Foundations Program Director\, at KHurtado@jointinitiatives.org.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/alliance-for-kids-legislative-subcommittee/2023-06-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events + Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230612T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
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:20230606T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20220408T154734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T195146Z
UID:10000685-1686076200-1686081600@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Learning + Development Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Learning + Development Committee is a subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council and meets every other month. 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. \nMeeting details will be shared with committee members via email. If you have an interest in joining this committee\, please contact Tanise Dixon\, Foundations Manager\, at tdixon@jointinitiatives.org.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/learning-development-committee-meeting/2023-06-06/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events + Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Tanise Dixon":MAILTO:tdixon@jointinitiatives.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
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:20260416T214418
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:20230518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230518T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20220509T201314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T200856Z
UID:10000599-1684414800-1684420200@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Family Support + Education Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Family Support + Education Committee is a subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council\, and serves as the oversight group for the Voices program of Joint Initiatives. Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month. 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. \nMeeting details will be shared with committee members via email. If you have an interest in joining this committee\, please contact Bernadine McCarron\, Foundations Health + Wellness Manager\, at bmccarron@jointinitiatives.org.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/family-support-education-committee-meeting-2/2023-05-18/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events + Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Ramone Sanders":MAILTO:rsanders@jointinitiatives.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
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:20230509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230509T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20220509T202304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T202326Z
UID:10000613-1683637200-1683639000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Alliance for Kids Legislative Subcommittee
DESCRIPTION:The Legislative Subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council meets monthly. \nMeeting details/Zoom will be shared with subcommittee members via email. If you would like more information\, please contact Kelly Hurtado\, Foundations Program Director\, at KHurtado@jointinitiatives.org.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/alliance-for-kids-legislative-subcommittee/2023-05-09/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events + Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20230413T204259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T204259Z
UID:10000690-1683363600-1683378000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Early Childhood Provider Appreciation Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families\, in partnership with the Community Cultural Collective\, will be celebrating early care and education providers (teachers\, aides\, directors\, family child care providers\, etc.) at a special appreciation event on May 6th at the City Auditorium from 9 am to 1 pm! \nThis event will acknowledge and thank the city’s early care and education providers and caregivers for their work and contribution to our community. The event will be a time to relax and celebrate YOU! We will have food\, door prizes\, giveaways\, vendors\, and a special appreciation presentation. \nRegistration will open HERE on April 17th and close on May 3rd.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/early-childhood-provider-appreciation-celebration/
LOCATION:City Auditorium\, 221 E. Kiowa Street\, Colorado Springs\, Colorado
CATEGORIES:Events + Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
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:20260416T214418
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20230413T210417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T210823Z
UID:10000597-1682758800-1682769600@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Ellicott Early Childhood Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for APRIL 29th and plan to attend this special event featuring early childhood resources! \n\nCome learn more about launching your own business as a family child care provider or other careers in early childhood education. A Career Navigator will be available to provide assistance.\nFamilies will also be able to connect with other families and caregivers in their area as well as find resources to support children going to kindergarten in the fall.\n\nTo help us plan activities for children\, please RSVP HERE. \nTo share this event\, view the FLYER HERE.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/ellicott-early-childhood-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Ellicott Middle School\, 322 S. N. Ellicott Highway\, Calhan
CATEGORIES:Community Family Calendar,Events + Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230426T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20220316T145920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T201325Z
UID:10000671-1682510400-1682515800@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Health + Well-Being Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMeeting 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.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/health-well-being-committee-meeting/2023-04-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events + Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20230413T221047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T221409Z
UID:10000661-1682154000-1682164800@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/2023-04-22/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230420T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20220509T201314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T200856Z
UID:10000598-1681995600-1682001000@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Family Support + Education Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Family Support + Education Committee is a subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council\, and serves as the oversight group for the Voices program of Joint Initiatives. Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month. 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. \nMeeting details will be shared with committee members via email. If you have an interest in joining this committee\, please contact Bernadine McCarron\, Foundations Health + Wellness Manager\, at bmccarron@jointinitiatives.org.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/family-support-education-committee-meeting-2/2023-04-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events + Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Ramone Sanders":MAILTO:rsanders@jointinitiatives.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230418T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230418T194500
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20230413T212032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T222508Z
UID:10000666-1681841700-1681847100@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Early Childhood Trauma | Part 2
DESCRIPTION:To participate\, you must have taken Early Childhood Trauma Part 1 previous to taking this advanced training. This training will give more research-based facts and resources to help children and adults in their environments feel successful. It also included helpful tools to help children and adults with triggers that lead to anxiety. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/early-childhood-trauma-part-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230417T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20220901T203045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T234610Z
UID:10000640-1681754400-1681759800@www.jointinitiatives.org
SUMMARY:Early Childhood Trauma Training | Part 1 and 2
DESCRIPTION:This training is offered on multiple dates. Please register for the specific date that works for you. Cost is $25 per session. \nPart 1: 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 the Early Childhood Trauma Training Part 2. \nSeptember 12\, 2022 | Register HERE \nJanuary 23\, 2023 | Register HERE \nPart 2: Must have taken Early Childhood (EC) Trauma Training Part 1. Following our EC Trauma Training Part 1\, this training will give more research-based facts and resources to help children and adults in their environments feel successful. This advanced training will go over helpful tools to help children and adults with triggers that lead to anxiety. \nNovember 10\, 2022 | Register HERE \nApril 17\, 2023 | Register HERE \n 
URL:https://www.jointinitiatives.org/event/early-childhood-trauma-training-part-1/2023-04-17/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Cassy Reyes":MAILTO:creyes@jointinitiatives.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T214418
CREATED:20230413T221047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T221409Z
UID:10000660-1681549200-1681560000@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/2023-04-15/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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