Join us for a two-hour workshop designed for early childhood educators and providers, focused on understanding air quality in Colorado. Participants will learn what air quality is, how it is measured, and why it matters, especially for the health and development of young children. The session will also provide discussion and practical strategies to help […]
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 […]
This training provides early childhood program leaders with practical strategies to strengthen business operations, fiscal management, and administrative systems. Participants will learn how to develop sustainable budgeting practices, streamline daily operations, and ensure compliance with key funding programs. The session includes guidance on taking advantage of CCCAP, Universal Preschool (UPK), and Childcare Aware funding—along with […]
All babies are born with billions of neurons bumping around their brains… but very few of those neurons are connected. That’s where YOU come in! The Growing Brain curriculum provides early childhood professionals with the knowledge, support, and evidence-based strategies they can use in everyday moments to support healthy brain development and build the connections […]
There will be a vaccine clinic at the Ascend Center - located at Galileo Middle School. Please enter through the blue double doors that face Union Blvd. Vaccines include: Flu, Hep A, Hep B, HPV, HiB, MMR, Meningitis, Pneumonia, Polio, Rotavirus, Tdap/DTap, Varicella Vaccine Clinic Flyer REGISTER HERE: bit.ly/VaccineClinicFEB2026
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]