This training is offered by Bryan C. Maki, RN, an approved vendor of the Colorado Office of Early Childhood. You have the option to take CPR/AED/First Aid ($69) and/or Medication Administration 2 ($59).
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This is an in-person course held at the Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families offices.
In a classroom environment, one of the biggest obstacles you may face is dealing with children with challenging behavior. There’s often a reason behind their behavior, or it might be their only way of telling you something’s wrong. With all behavior being a form of communication, this training will help you understand the causes of challenging behavior and learn effective classroom strategies. This training is presented by Cassy Reyes, Foundations Trauma Coach + Trainer. View full flyer HERE.
Leading Excellence: Empowering Early Childhood Education Leaders This training delves into the vital aspects of leadership within early childhood education. Attendees will learn how to develop a vision for the organization and how to identify and recruit talented individuals who align with those values. Participants will explore effective strategies for mentoring and guiding educators to excel in their roles, fostering a nurturing environment for staff and students. Additionally, the course will cover professional leadership principles, empowering participants to cultivate a…
Join us for a FREE playful morning of music, movement, art, and fun together, based on the Children's Program Simple Gift Series! Register WHO Children (ages birth-5) and their parents, caregivers, grandparents and/or favorite adults are invited to join the Simple Gift Series Team for some guided playgroup fun! WHEN 9:30 - 11:00 AM Every other Wednesday February 14, 28 March 13, 27 April 10, 24 May 8, 22 WHERE 1 S. Nevada Avenue Downtown Colorado Springs Hosted by Joint…
Purpose of Summit: To leverage the newly-created Early Childhood Business Council, the Summit will bring together business and other community leaders in partnership with early childhood education professionals to create diverse strategies to solve the child care crisis. Invitees will include professionals representing the area’s 400+ early childhood (childcare) programs, along with sector leaders from the health, education, media, philanthropy, government, and social services sectors. Format: The Summit will bring delegates representing traditional child care providers and new partners to…
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 alternate between Zoom and in-person. Committee members will receive an invitation prior to each meeting. During months that JI holds the Collective Impact meeting, the REACH Committee joins that meeting in lieu of their separate meeting.) For more…
THE FAMILY FRIENDLY CITY SUMMIT Focusing on Early Childhood Solutions for Businesses The Summit is convening early childhood providers on a Saturday to provide the greatest opportunity for engagement. The Saturday meeting follows a meeting two days prior on Thursday when more businesses could engage. The Saturday meeting will provide an opportunity for early childhood providers to review the ideas that came out of Thursday’s meeting and add your own. You will be asked to lend your expertise to explore…
Leading Edge™ For Childcare Providers (Center-Based) In partnership with Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families/Foundations, the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center LEADING EDGE™ for Childcare Providers helps both licensed child care providers (Center-based) and start-ups. The six-week program assists child care providers in strengthening business practices when coping with the challenges of the ever-changing landscape of the Colorado workforce.
The Alliance for Kids Council meets monthly. (During months that JI holds the Collective Impact meeting, the Council joins that meeting in lieu of their separate meeting.) Meeting are a combination of online and in-person. Details/Zoom for meetings will be shared with Council members via email. If you would like more information about the Council, please contact Shay Almonte, Foundations Program Director, at salmonte@jointinitiatives.org.
Join us for a FREE playful morning of music, movement, art, and fun together, based on the Children's Program Simple Gift Series! Register WHO Children (ages birth-5) and their parents, caregivers, grandparents and/or favorite adults are invited to join the Simple Gift Series Team for some guided playgroup fun! WHEN 9:30 - 11:00 AM Every other Wednesday February 14, 28 March 13, 27 April 10, 24 May 8, 22 WHERE 1 S. Nevada Avenue Downtown Colorado Springs Hosted by Joint…
Leading Edge™ For Childcare Providers (Center-Based) In partnership with Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families/Foundations, the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center LEADING EDGE™ for Childcare Providers helps both licensed child care providers (Center-based) and start-ups. The six-week program assists child care providers in strengthening business practices when coping with the challenges of the ever-changing landscape of the Colorado workforce.
JOIN US! The JI/UPK team’s monthly Roundtable will be held on FEBRUARY 23rd. The agenda will consist of CDEC updates and planning for the 2024-25 UPK year. Child Care Centers | 1–2 pm Family Child Care Homes | 6–7 pm Download the Roundtable flyer HERE.
JOIN US! The JI/UPK team’s monthly Roundtable will be held on May 29th. The agenda will consist of CDEC updates and updates on Quality Standards for the 2024-25 UPK year. Child Care Centers | 1–2 pm Family Child Care Homes | 6–7 pm Download the Roundtable flyer HERE.
Leading Edge™ For Childcare Providers (Center-Based) In partnership with Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families/Foundations, the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center LEADING EDGE™ for Childcare Providers helps both licensed child care providers (Center-based) and start-ups. The six-week program assists child care providers in strengthening business practices when coping with the challenges of the ever-changing landscape of the Colorado workforce.