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SUMMARY:The Planning Cohort (READ CAREFULLY)
DESCRIPTION:In order to be part of this terrific cohort\, you must have completed an ELDS training with us.  If you did\, you should have an ELDS book.  If you’re not sure\, contact Eric Postman at epostman@firstsparkva.org. \nEvery year\, we offer opportunities for all VQB5 educators to be part of one of our cohorts.   What is a cohort?  A cohort is a group of educators who meet several times\, about once a month.  The Planning Cohort is designed to help you do an even better job of covering the state standards (ELDS) to prepare your children for kindergarten. This cohort will be a collaborative “think tank” rather than typical training sessions. We will explore ways to use the ELDS in conjunction with your center/school’s curriculum to plan more effectively. \nOur focus will be on ways to observe children during play\, using the age band(s) in the ELDS to determine a child’s level of functioning\, and using your curriculum to plan strategies and activities to help each child achieve mastery for age-appropriate emerging skills. We will take advantage of our collective knowledge and expertise to share ideas and hone our planning skills. \nWe will meet four times beginning on Feb. 26  The dates are listed below.  All trainings will be be held IN PERSON at the FirstSpark office at 11832 Cannon Blvd.\, Suite F in Newport News on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:30. \n \nTestimonials: \nBeyond the ELDS cohort gave me the opportunity to delve further into the ELDS\, determine what skills are emerging or mastered and then what comes next\, and use the ELDS to drive lesson planning! This cohort is fantastic for both the novice and the veteran teachers due to that the ELDS is fairly new to us. Diane and Eric were both helpful and had many great ideas for us to be the best teachers that we can be.     ~Debbie D. \nThe ELDS cohort took a more in-depth look at how teachers and early education staff can use the ELDS to plan lessons and meet the needs of the students in their care. Whether you have a curriculum that is aligned with the Virginia standards or you are starting a brand new curriculum\, this cohort will provide you with the experience needed to determine the appropriateness of lessons that you have planned to use in the classroom. I came away with a stronger knowledge of Virginia Standards expectations and how to relate them to daily activities in the classroom. I would recommend this cohort whether you are a brand new teacher to ELDS or an experienced teacher looking to strengthen use and knowledge of the ELDS.  ~Sarah R. \nAgain\, in order to qualify to be part of this cohort\, you must have completed an Early Learning & Child Development (ELDS) training with us. If you have not completed an ELDS training\, your registration will be voided. \nYou may register any time\, but our cohorts fill up fast so don’t delay. On or around February 17th\, you will receive an IMPORTANT email to finalize your registration.  Please monitor your email so you don’t miss this important message. \nTrainer: Diane Postman \nQuestions? Contact Diane at dpostman@firstsparkva.org.
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/elds-planning-cohort-022625/
LOCATION:FirstSpark Office\, 11832 Canon Blvd\, Suite F\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Preschool,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:Making a Difference Through Early Interactions
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nEarly Interactions with Infants and Toddlers matter. During this professional development opportunity\, we will identify strategies to support language development and conversational interactions during routines and play experiences. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Teacher Sensitivity\, Early Language Support\nToddler: Teacher Sensitivity\, Language Modeling\n\nHow to register:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fYyCT2H9SEGiZw46usErSg \n  \nContact Information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org \n 
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/early_interactions_022625/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Caregiver Interactions with Infants and Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nCaregiver interactions with infants and toddlers are not only vital to learning life skills\, but also enjoyable. Infants and toddlers thrive on the one-on-one attention and the chance to express themselves. During this webinar\, strategies to make these interactions more powerful will be shared. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Relational Climate\, Early Language Support\nToddler: Positive Climate\, Language Modeling\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bhExmaUiTPWTcfLPTAljAQ \n  \nFacilitator contact information:\nDiosa Montes\n757-775-6162\ndmontes@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/caregiver_interactions_022525/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:Template JWallace virtual
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \n>>>Insert description here \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant:\nToddler:\n\nHow to register: \n>>>Insert link here \n  \nContact Information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org \n 
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SUMMARY:Giving Children Their Best Chance
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nInfants and toddlers bring a blend of genetics\, temperament\, fast-paced developmental growth and unique needs to childcare settings. Early care providers can be challenged to understand these needs while also recognizing that infants and toddlers must be active participants in their own development. Activities and discussion will be used to help caregivers explore the important role they play to ensure that infants and toddlers are receiving their best chance in the care of adults who understand their uniqueness and plan for each individual child’s needs. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Facilitated Exploration Toddler: Regard for Child Perspectives\, Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/jv-GBdJMTu2TH27z9dvOMw \n  \nContact Information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org \n 
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/their_best_chance_022025/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:Template JWallace (In-Person Training Session)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nThis training will be held in person at Center For Child And Family Services located at 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd Suite 400\, Newport News\, VA 23606 \n>>>Insert description here \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant:\nToddler:\n\nHow to register: \n>>>Insert link here \n  \nContact Information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
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LOCATION:Center For Child And Family Services\, 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd\, Suite 400\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
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SUMMARY:Template dmontes
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \n>>>Insert description here \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant:\nToddler:\n\nHow to register: \n>>>Insert link here \n  \nContact Information:\nDiosa Montes\n757-775-6162\ndmontes@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/templat-dmontes/
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SUMMARY:Promoting Diversity in the Infant and Toddler Environment
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nThis webinar will discuss the significance of diversity and its contribution to the overall development of infants and toddlers. Participants will learn strategies to intentionally select materials\, prepare displays\, and create activities that celebrate diversity. The Infant/Toddler and Family Child Care Environment Rating Scales will be referenced. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Relational Climate\, Teacher Sensitivity\nToddler: Positive Climate\, Teacher Sensitivity\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtdeygrz8oHdaTC4L24gRM60iO1mysA1eW \n  \n  \nContact Information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org \n 
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/promoting_diversity_021825/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Wonder of Nature
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nThis session will help participants better understand how exploring nature with infants and toddlers can enhance children’s development. Nature and science concepts and strategies for infusing them into daily routines\, activities\, and play as infants and toddlers explore the world around them will be discussed. An emphasis will be placed on the adult’s role in actively facilitating learning. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Facilitated Exploration\nToddlers: Regard For Child Perspectives\, Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\nHow to register:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvf-yrqDwuG9LqnQV04D7z7jJBC4NRKIW4 \n  \nContact Information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org \n 
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/wonder_of_nature_021225/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T123000
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SUMMARY:It’s All About the Fit
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nEach child has unique learning styles\, abilities\, rates of development\, and ways of relating to others. This workshop will use a variety of interactive activities to help participants explore the concept of “goodness of fit\,” learn how temperament shapes behavior\, and use strategies for being responsive to infants and toddlers with different temperaments. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfants: Relational Climate\, Teacher Sensitivity Toddlers: Positive Climate\, Negative Climate (Reducing)\, Teacher Sensitivity\n\nHow to register:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pde6srjwuGdC-tWIy9tI2YIV1Ube3uK4c \n  \nContact Information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org \n 
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/all_about_fit_021125/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:Preventing Challenging Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:If you find classroom management challenging\, you are not alone. This training is the first in a 2-part series that will help you look at and handle student behavior in a different way. \nIn part 1\, “Preventing Challenging Behaviors”\, you will discover ways to set up and manage your classroom that will help to stop behaviors before they start! \nPart 2\, “Responding to Challenging Behaviors”\, delves into how to handle behaviors once they occur. You will be shown ways to respond to minor day-to-day behaviors as well as a step-by-step plan for handling chronic\, more serious behaviors.\nWhile we offer no magic solutions\, come join us to create your own “bag of tricks” to help manage behaviors. \nNote: both trainings will be held IN-PERSON at the FirstSpark office in Newport News. \nIMPORTANT: You will automatically be registered for part 2\, “Responding to Challenging Behaviors”. It will be held on Thursday\, Feb. 13.  Part 1 is a prerequisite for part 2.  If you do not attend the first part\, you will not be able to attend the second part.   \nTrainer: Diane Postman \nIf you have trouble registering\, the training might be full.  To be added to the waitlist\, contact Eric Postman at epostman@firstsparkva.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/preventing-challenging-behaviors_020625/
LOCATION:FirstSpark Office\, 11832 Canon Blvd\, Suite F\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Preschool,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:Meeting the Needs of Special Needs Children
DESCRIPTION:Are you uncertain about how to work with children with special needs? You are not alone! As a former teacher of preschoolers with special needs I can help! Come learn what to look for\, how to read an IEP\, and ways to support children with ADHD\, autism\, and developmental delays. \nPlease note that this is an IN-PERSON training. \nTrainer: Diane Postman \nIf you have trouble registering\, the training might be full.  To be added to the waitlist\, contact Eric Postman at epostman@firstsparkva.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/meeting-the-needs-of-special-needs-children-020525/
LOCATION:FirstSpark Office\, 11832 Canon Blvd\, Suite F\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Preschool,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:Quality Early Care Environments
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription:\nThis session will focus on eight important concepts that quality infant care environments should have: Health\, Safety\, Comfort\, Convenience\, Choice\, Flexibility\, Movement\, and Child-Sized Furnishings and Equipment. Key concepts will address the importance of a high quality\, safe\, and healthy environment for enhancing the development of infants and toddlers. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfants: Not Applicable\nToddlers: Not Applicable\n\nHow to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkceGprjIvEtzTqCHuyqCcPwqIckiDCC5r \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n(757) 807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/quality-care-environments-013025/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:Building Relationships With Children
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription:\nParticipants will be provided concrete\, easy-to-implement strategies to create and maintain their relationships with children while addressing challenging behaviors. These will help children build skills and learn new ways of interacting with the people and world around them. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfants: Relational Climate\, Teacher Sensitivity\nToddlers: Positive Climate Teacher Sensitivity\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0odOusrTojGtJwLSQ8MDVrLbbOLYsER0yT \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n(757) 807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org \n 
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/building-relationships-012925/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T183000
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SUMMARY:ECE 101 Cohort Registration (READ CAREFULLY)
DESCRIPTION:Read this VERY CAREFULLY: \nEvery September\, we offer the opportunity for all VQB5 educators to join our ECE 101 Cohort.  A cohort is a group of educators who meet several times\, about once a month.  This year we are offering a second ECE 101 cohort.  We will meet six times beginning on Jan. 23  The topics and dates are listed below.  All trainings will be be held IN PERSON at the FirstSpark office at 11832 Cannon Blvd.\, Suite F in Newport News on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:30.  They are fun and informative! You will leave each session with lots of teaching tips PLUS you’ll also receive free goodies for your classroom.  That’s right F-R-E-E! \n \nNow\, here’s the most important thing.  In order to qualify to be part of this cohort\, you must complete an Early Learning & Child Development (ELDS) training with us.  If you already have\, you are eligible.  If you have not\, you can still be eligible.  Just attend one of the ELDS trainings being offered in January (registration is open now)! \nYou may register any time\, but our cohorts fill up fast so don’t delay. On or around January 18th\, you will receive an IMPORTANT email to finalize your registration.  Please monitor your email so you don’t miss this important message.   If you have not completed an ELDS training by Jan. 17\, your registration will be voided.  There are only 20 slots open\, so do not delay. \nTrainer: Diane Postman \nQuestions? Contact Diane at dpostman@firstsparkva.org.
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/ece-101-cohort-registration-012325/
LOCATION:FirstSpark Office\, 11832 Canon Blvd\, Suite F\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Preschool,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:It’s All About The Fit
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription:\nEach child has unique learning styles\, abilities\, rates of development\, and ways of relating to others. This workshop will use a variety of interactive activities to help participants explore the concept of “goodness of fit\,” learn how temperament shapes behavior\, and use strategies for being responsive to infants and toddlers with different temperaments. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfants: Relational Climate\, Teacher Sensitivity\nToddlers: Positive Climate\, Negative Climate (Reducing)\, Teacher Sensitivity\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pde6srjwuGdC-tWIy9tI2YIV1Ube3uK4c \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n(757) 807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org \n 
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/about-the-fit-012325/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241212T211128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T195249Z
UID:85149-1737549000-1737554400@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Promoting Diversity in the Infant and Toddler Environment
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription:\nThis webinar will discuss the significance of diversity and its contribution to the overall development of infants and toddlers. Participants will learn strategies to intentionally select materials\, prepare displays\, and create activities that celebrate diversity. The Infant/Toddler and Family Child Care Environment Rating Scales will be referenced. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Relational Climate\, Teacher Sensitivity\nToddler: Positive Climate\, Teacher Sensitivity\n\n  \nHow to register:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtdeygrz8oHdaTC4L24gRM60iO1mysA1eW \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n(757) 807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/promoting-diversity-012225/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20240911T182826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T012903Z
UID:84521-1737052200-1737059400@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Early Learning & Development Standards - "ELDS"
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the new VA state standards for preschool. The Early Learning and Development Standards (ELDS) is a research-based list of “skills and knowledge that children need to demonstrate by the end of preschool in order to be successful in kindergarten.” It is expected that all preschool programs will implement the use of these standards. Join us to learn about the organization and contents of this document as well as the ways in which it can make you a more effective educator. \nParticipants interested in being part of one of our Preschool curriculum-based cohorts must attend this training prior to the beginning of the first cohort meeting. You will receive a copy of the ELDS at the time of the training. \nTrainer: Diane Postman \nIf this training is full\, or you are unable to register for technical reasons\, please contact epostman@firstsparkva.org.
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/early-learning-development-standards-elds-011625/
LOCATION:FirstSpark Office\, 11832 Canon Blvd\, Suite F\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Preschool,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241213T154147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T012849Z
UID:85159-1737052200-1737055800@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Preschool CLASS Foundational Training
DESCRIPTION:What is CLASS?\n\n\nDuring this session\, educators will receive an overview of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System….AKA: CLASS Topics covered will include a brief overview of the framework and dimensions measured by (insert age group) CLASS observation tool.  Please join us to build your foundation for a “CLASSY’ classroom. \n\nIf you have do not receive the Zoom link by the morning of the training\, contact Eric Postman at epostman@firstsparkva.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/preschool-class-foundational-training-011625/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Preschool,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241213T153324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T012835Z
UID:85160-1736965800-1736969400@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Infant/Toddler CLASS Foundational Training
DESCRIPTION:What is CLASS?\n\n\nDuring this session\, educators will receive an overview of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System….AKA: CLASS.  Topics covered will include a brief overview of the framework and dimensions measured by (insert age group) CLASS observation tool.  Please join us to build your foundation for a “CLASSY’ classroom. \nIf this training is full\, contact Eric Postman at epostman@firstsparkva.org.\nIf you have not receive the Zoom link by the morning of the training\, contact Eric Postman (same email address as above).
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/infant-toddler-class-foundational-training-011525/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241212T210628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T012825Z
UID:85142-1736944200-1736949600@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Wonder of Nature
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription:\nThis session will help participants better understand how exploring nature with infants and toddlers can enhance children’s development. Nature and science concepts and strategies for infusing them into daily routines\, activities\, and play as infants and toddlers explore the world around them will be discussed. An emphasis will be placed on the adult’s role in actively facilitating learning. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Facilitated Exploration\nToddlers: Regard For Child Perspectives\, Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\nHow to register:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvf-yrqDwuG9LqnQV04D7z7jJBC4NRKIW4 \n\nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n(757) 807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/exploring-the-wonder-of-nature-011525/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241116T132820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T202751Z
UID:85066-1734438600-1734444000@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Crucial Role of Play in Infant and Toddler Brain Development
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nAs caregivers\, we know play is important to young children. During this webinar\, participants will learn the connection between play and brain development. We will identify factors that affect brain development throughout infancy and toddlerhood. Participants will also gain insight about the development of play and different play types. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant- Facilitated Exploration\nToddler- Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\nHow to register:\nMeeting Registration – Zoom \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nDiosa Montes\n757-775-6162\ndmontes@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/play-brain-development-121724/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241118T144049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T202732Z
UID:85074-1734091200-1734098400@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:1 2 3 READ! Refresher
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nThis is a refresher course and participants must have attended a previous 1 2 3 READ! in your region. During this session\, infant and toddler childcare providers will have a chance to review important components of the 123 READ early literacy curriculum such as the early literacy learning model\, creating a literacy rich environment\, infusing literacy in daily routines\, and engaging families in literacy development. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfants: Facilitated Exploration\, Early Language Support\nToddlers: Facilitation of Learning and Development\, Language Modeling\n\nHow to register: \nMeeting Registration – 123 Read! Refresher \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nDiosa Montes\n757-775-6162\ndmontes@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/123-read-121324/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241118T145020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T202558Z
UID:85101-1734008400-1734012000@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Tireless Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nToddlers have an abundant amount of energy that never seems to end! This workshop will assist in understanding active toddlers\, identifying how to support their activity level in group settings as well as providing activities and experiences to channel the never-ending energy. Challenges to incorporating physical activity such as space and outside time that occur in childcare settings will be discussed. Ideas and strategies to enhance daily physical activity will also be shared. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nToddler CLASS: Teacher Sensitivity\, Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqfuGhqTMiH9W_OXYv8Kvz-s1SNuWOtEYH \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/tireless-toddlers-121224/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241116T152927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T215412Z
UID:85083-1733922000-1733925600@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Director's Forum: It Takes a Village - Creating Essential Partnerships for Infants and Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nPositive partnerships are key to supporting all infants and toddlers. Learning proactive strategies to encourage and strengthen those partnerships and exploring inclusive strategies within them will enhance the quality of those relationships and ultimately benefit the child through the early years. \nCLASS Dimensions:\n*Infant: Relational Climate\n*Toddler: Positive Climate \nHow to register:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ocuyqqD0vG9OtHPsIXJVszxT3-E8xKUQk\n \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/directors_forum_121124/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241116T132113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T215339Z
UID:85064-1733833800-1733839200@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Infants and Toddlers with Sensory Differences
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nInfants and toddlers each have unique sensory likes and dislikes. It is essential to recognize and understand these differences. This webinar will provide a foundational overview of basic sensory systems\, discuss how sensory differences can impact young children\, and discover ways to support these differences in the early care environment. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Teacher Sensitivity; Facilitated Exploration\nToddler: Teacher Sensitivity; Regard for Child Perspective; Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\nHow to register:\nMeeting Registration – Zoom \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nDiosa Montes\n757-775-6162\ndmontes@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/sensory-differences-121024/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241116T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T215323Z
UID:85085-1733421600-1733425200@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Play More-Rest Better (In-Person Training Session)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nThis training will be held in person at Center For Child And Family Services located at 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd Suite 400\, Newport News\, VA 23606 \nThis training will define rest in the toddler classroom\, identify and discuss routines and activities that support rest\, and finally provide strategies to create meaningful interactions between families\, children\, and educators to support positive rest time \nCLASS Dimensions:\n*Toddler: Positive climate\, teacher sensitivity\, regard for child perspectives. \nHow to register:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtdOyhrTMpGtQTTHyLlCVqWoUcDYguTcGG \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/play-rest-120524/
LOCATION:Center For Child And Family Services\, 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd\, Suite 400\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241116T152409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T215309Z
UID:85078-1733403600-1733407200@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Wonder of Nature!
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nThis session will help participants better understand how exploring nature with infants and toddlers can enhance children’s development. Nature and science concepts and strategies for infusing them into daily routines\, activities\, and play as infants and toddlers explore the world around them will be discussed. An emphasis will be placed on the adult’s role in actively facilitating learning. \nCLASS Dimensions:\n*Infant CLASS: Facilitated Exploration\n*Toddler CLASS: Facilitation of Learning and Development \nHow to register:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEsdOipqzwtHNJO1p2pmRIoTPmrdFZzY4C6 \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/nature-120524/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241116T145228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T215257Z
UID:85076-1733317200-1733320800@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Engaging Infants and Toddlers During Routines
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nCaregiving routines offer opportunities for childcare providers to build close\, personal relationships with children while attending to their needs. This webinar will include ways to engage infants & toddlers during routine feeding\, diapering\, and nap time to create a wonderful experience for both caregiver and child. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant CLASS: Relational Climate\, Early Language Support\nToddler CLASS: Positive Climate\, Quality of Feedback\, Language Modeling\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpfuGorjsvHtZIb175_o0N-krfxY0Euw5P \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/routines-120424/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T045125
CREATED:20241021T204458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T215245Z
UID:84916-1732624200-1732629600@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Director's Forum: Smile and Mean It
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nChild care professionals consistently give of themselves to help make the world a better place for infants\, toddlers\, and their families. While this line of work is extremely rewarding\, it can also come with stressors of its own. This workshop will review the signs and causes of burnout as well as provide action steps to help manage the effects. Making changes which will increase motivation to take on each new day will be explored. Ideas and strategies which promote positive stress management for child care professionals and the connection it has to an increased level of quality care for infants and toddlers will be discussed. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant – Relational Climate\, Teacher Sensitivity\nToddler – Positive Climate\, Teacher Sensitivity\n\nHow to register: \nMeeting Registration – Zoom \n  \nContact Info:\nDiosa Montes\n757-775-6162\ndmontes@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/directors-forum-112624/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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