JI Ascend Center

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  • Director’s Professional Learning Community (PLC)

    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    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 […]

    FREE
  • Build Your Bounce

    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    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 […]

    FREE
  • FREE Playgroup for Parents + Caregivers

    FREE Playgroup for Parents + Caregivers
    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    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 […]

    FREE
  • Pre-Licensing Training | Open a Family Child Care Business

    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Nov. 8 and 15 | In-Person at the Ascend Center 9:00 am – 3 pm Instructors:  Shaina Bretag, Foundations Coach 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 […]

    $50
  • FREE Playgroup for Parents + Caregivers

    FREE Playgroup for Parents + Caregivers
    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    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 […]

    FREE
  • Beyond the ACEs Score | Parts 1 + 2

    Beyond the ACEs Score | Parts 1 + 2
    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Look no further! Beyond the ACEs Score Parts 1 and 2  build upon each other and it's intended for early childhood educators to better understand the impact of childhood trauma, how to implement strategies to prevent or mitigate the effects. Through building nurturing relationships, providing positive experiences, and offering safe environments for children to live, play, […]

  • FREE Playgroup for Parents + Caregivers

    FREE Playgroup for Parents + Caregivers
    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    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 […]

    FREE
  • Beyond the ACEs Score | Parts 1 + 2

    Beyond the ACEs Score | Parts 1 + 2
    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Look no further! Beyond the ACEs Score Parts 1 and 2  build upon each other and it's intended for early childhood educators to better understand the impact of childhood trauma, how to implement strategies to prevent or mitigate the effects. Through building nurturing relationships, providing positive experiences, and offering safe environments for children to live, play, […]

  • FREE Playgroup for Parents + Caregivers

    FREE Playgroup for Parents + Caregivers
    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    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 […]

    FREE
  • FREE Playgroup for Parents + Caregivers

    FREE Playgroup for Parents + Caregivers
    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    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 […]

    FREE
  • REACH Committee

    REACH Committee
    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, 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.

  • Early Learning & Development Guidelines Series

    Early Learning & Development Guidelines Series
    JI Ascend Center 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    JI is excited to offer a series of four professional development trainings focused on the ELDGs, which outline the developmental milestones and learning progression of children from birth to 8 years of age. These guidelines are essential tools for supporting young children’s growth and success across early learning environments. While we encourage participants to attend the full series […]