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SUMMARY:Supportive Environments for Infants\, Toddlers and Twos
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nParticipants will understand the needs of infants\, toddlers and twos and learn ways to best support their needs at each stage of development in the early learning environment. \n  \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Teacher Sensitivity\, Facilitated Exploration\nToddler: Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\n  \nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bRBcK38XQk-qlBUaCRp7Cw\n \nDiosa Montes\n757-775-6162\ndmontes@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/supportive-environments-111825/
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Play – Promoting Curiosity and Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nOutdoor play provides wonderful learning opportunities for infants and toddlers. This webinar will discuss the benefits of outdoor play by exploring three key areas: curiosity\, exploration and experiential (active) learning. Activity ideas and strategies to facilitate learning in nature will be shared. \n  \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Facilitated Exploration\nToddler: Regard for Child Perspectives Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\n  \nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NYwMGUHPSxyWyjA501hG5Q \nContact Information:\nDiosa Montes\n757-775-6162\ndmontes@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/promoting-curiosity-110425/
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T123000
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UID:85401-1753273800-1753279200@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Supportive Environments for Infants\, Toddlers and Twos
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nParticipants will understand the needs of infants\, toddlers and twos and learn ways to best support their needs at each stage of development in the early learning environment. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Teacher Sensitivity\, Facilitated Exploration\nToddler: Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VRrvO3pBSWOQ5GEy3KMn_g  \n  \nContact Information:\nDiosa Montes\n757-775-6162\ndmontes@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/supportive_environment_072325/
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T130000
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SUMMARY:Challenging Infant & Toddler Behavior and the Meaning Behind It
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nThis webinar will help infant & toddler caregivers understand the meaning behind challenging behaviors and explore strategies to manage these behaviors. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Teacher Sensitivity\nToddler: Teacher Sensitivity\, Behavior Guidance\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4GhTQFg6Q1CZJwzinY2IKw \n  \nContact Information:\nDiosa Montes\n757-775-6162\ndmontes@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/challenging_infants_toddlers_032525/
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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SUMMARY:Infants and Toddlers: Playing Outside The Box
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nThrough facilitating activities for infants and toddlers\, we can provide learning opportunities for children in supporting exploration\, expanding cognition and activating engagement. The session will review the importance of initiating daily interactions with infants and toddlers in their daily routines as well as during indoor and outdoor playtime. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant CLASS: Facilitated Exploration\nToddler CLASS: Regard for Child Perspectives Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\nHow to register:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZHeRiSexT_e1iLne9uFcpA \n  \nContact Information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org \n 
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/outside_the_box_031925/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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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\nToddler: 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/best-chance-031225/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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UID:85287-1741264200-1741269600@www.firstsparkva.org
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 \n  \nContact Information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org \n 
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/building-relationships-030625/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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UID:85250-1740574800-1740578400@www.firstsparkva.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T130000
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UID:85230-1740488400-1740492000@www.firstsparkva.org
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/
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 
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/template-jwallace-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T180000
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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
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/template-jwallace-inperson/
LOCATION:Center For Child And Family Services\, 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd\, Suite 400\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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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/
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T123000
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CREATED:20250128T194850Z
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UID:85243-1739363400-1739368800@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  \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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T140000
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CREATED:20250128T194535Z
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UID:85239-1739277000-1739282400@www.firstsparkva.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T182119
CREATED:20241212T213359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T224757Z
UID:85157-1738240200-1738245600@www.firstsparkva.org
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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T140000
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UID:85155-1738153800-1738159200@www.firstsparkva.org
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:20250123T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T182119
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UID:85152-1737635400-1737640800@www.firstsparkva.org
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:20260525T182119
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T182119
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T182119
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T182119
CREATED:20240911T182614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T012807Z
UID:84518-1736447400-1736454600@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Early Learning & Development Standards - "ELDS" (Virtual\, but see note in description)
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This virtual training is ONLY open to directors\, teachers\, and other staff who live more than 30 minutes from our office in Newport News.  If you live in Hampton\, Newport News\, Poquoson\, or York County\, please register for the in-person training on Jan. 16. \nCome 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. \nA copy of the ELDS will be delivered or mailed to you ahead of time\, along with other training materials.  You will receive the ZOOM link via email\, prior to the training. \nTrainer: Diane Postman \n\nFocus Areas: Child Development Essentials\, Curriculum \nREMEMBER: This training  is only for centers in Williamsburg\, the Middle Peninsula\, and the Northern Neck. Centers in Hampton\, Newport News\, Poquoson\, & York Co. should register for the Jan. 16th in-person training.   \n***Registration will remain open through Jan. 8\, HOWEVER\, if you register after noon on Jan. 3\, you will need to print your own copies of the handouts.  (I will send you electronic copies.)  You MUST have these handouts to participate. \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-virtual-but-see-note-in-description/
LOCATION:ONLY for Williamsburg\, Middle Peninsula\, & Northern Neck
CATEGORIES:Infants,Preschool,Toddlers,Leaders
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T182119
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T182119
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:20260525T182119
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:20260525T182119
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:20260525T182119
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T182119
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T182119
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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