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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:20260525T192835
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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\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
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DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T140000
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CREATED:20241116T132820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T202751Z
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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
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CREATED:20241118T144049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T202732Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T140000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
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
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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:20260525T192835
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
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/
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20241018T101816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T215231Z
UID:84818-1732194000-1732197600@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Early Math for Infants and Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nThis session will help participants better understand how to incorporate early math concepts such as numbers\, measurements\, patterns and relationships\, and time and sequence into daily routines\, activities\, and play. Virginia’s Milestones of Child Development will be discussed as a framework for supporting early math learning for infants and toddlers. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Facilitated Exploration\nToddler: Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAoc-mvqDMsHNzsiXPTv6WJ6D3DO4yycgb9 \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/early-math-112124/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20241018T101234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T215213Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy Sleep-Happy Baby (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 is focused on the understanding and support of infant (0-12 months) rest and sleep. Like many parts of early childhood development\, infant rest and napping are essential to the foundations of other parts of development. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant- Relational Climate\, Teacher Sensitivity and Facilitated Exploration\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUodOugrz0pH9a7ITqfE4-d5DEZrp_NwwaT \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/healthy-sleep-happy-baby-112024/
LOCATION:Center For Child And Family Services\, 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd\, Suite 400\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Infants,Family Providers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20241021T204133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T215158Z
UID:84914-1732107600-1732111200@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Director's Forum: Let’s Talk Tough Topics
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nWe will discuss ways to prepare for and have difficult conversations with families or staff that include challenging issues. \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-112024/
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20241018T032233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T144315Z
UID:84812-1731589200-1731592800@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\nToddler: Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZModuurrDwsHdJBmRYNPdw4QwMawcP619iy \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/exploring-the-wonder-of-nature-111424/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20241018T031855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T144257Z
UID:84809-1731502800-1731506400@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Let Me Move\, See Me Learn
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nAs infants and toddlers grow and change\, they need safe environments that offer a variety of opportunities for exploration\, play\, and discovery. This workshop will provide ideas and strategies for creating environments that provide choices\, are familiar and stable\, invite freedom to move\, are appropriately challenging\, and enhance learning and development. \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/tZElcumopjgsHtd7oOz-lYwPkt2VMakxnL1z \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/let-me-move-see-me-learn-111324/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20241022T013655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T144223Z
UID:84936-1731004200-1731007800@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Preschool CLASS Foundational Training
DESCRIPTION:What is CLASS?\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\n\nThis training has been closed.  For late registrations\, contact Eric Postman at epostman@firstsparkva.org\nIf you have do not receive the Zoom link by the morning of the training\, contact Eric Postman at epostman@firstsparkva.org\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/preschool-class-foundational-training-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Preschool,Family Providers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20241022T011445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T144148Z
UID:84927-1730917800-1730921400@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Infant/Toddler CLASS Foundational Training
DESCRIPTION:What is CLASS?\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\n\nThis training has been closed.  For late registrations\, contact Eric Postman at epostman@firstsparkva.org\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/infant-toddler-class-foundational-training/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20241018T031414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T132228Z
UID:84806-1730898000-1730901600@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\nInfant: Relational Climate\nToddler: Positive Climate\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ocuyqqD0vG9OtHPsIXJVszxT3-E8xKUQk \n  \nFacilitator name and contact information:\nJamie Wallace\n757-807-0714\njwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/directors-forum-110624/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20241021T203716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T182814Z
UID:84912-1730811600-1730815200@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Director's Forum: Positive Leadership - Reaching Your Infant & Toddler Staff Through Encouragement
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nAre you tired of just managing the daily events? Do you wish you had the skills to be a true leader? Leadership is about vision\, about getting people to “build in” to what your organization is doing\, and empowering people to get the job done. It is important that we build our skills as leaders so we are able to serve others. We want to help those around us\, as well as our community\, to ensure a greater good. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant – Relational Climate\nToddler – Positive Climate\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-110524/
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20241010T175403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T231825Z
UID:84792-1729326600-1729355400@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:1-2-3 READ Refresher  (In-person training)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription:\n1-2-3 Read! is an early literacy training is an interactive\, practical training designed for teachers\, caregivers\, and directors who work with infants and toddlers\, birth to 36 month in a group setting. \nFor more information\, click on this link: Register for 1 2 3 Read! \nNote: This is an in-person training to be held at\nThe Center For Child And Family Services\n739 Thimble Shoals Blvd\, Suite 400\nNewport News\, VA 23606 \nHow to register:\nTo register\, click on this link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/x9v3q72 \nOr you can contact Diosa Montes at 757-775-6162 \ndmontes@va-itsnetwork.org
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/123-read-refresher-in-person-training_101924/
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Infant Toddler Specialist Network":MAILTO:jwallace@va-itsnetwork.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20241022T014119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T014257Z
UID:84941-1727807400-1727811000@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:TEMPLATE Infant/Toddler CLASS Foundational Training
DESCRIPTION:What is CLASS?\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\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/infant-toddler-class-foundational-training-template/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20240819T213111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T014348Z
UID:84421-1726770600-1726777800@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:TEMPLATE 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 Sept. 12. \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 Apr. 11th in-person training.   \nRegistration will close on Sep. 11.
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/elds-virtual-092084/
LOCATION:ONLY for Williamsburg\, Middle Peninsula\, & Northern Neck
CATEGORIES:Infants,Preschool,Toddlers,Leaders
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20240902T210845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T103759Z
UID:84441-1726768800-1726772400@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Sleep Happy Baby (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 is focused on the understanding and support of infant (0-12 months) rest and sleep. Like many parts of early childhood development\, infant rest and napping are essential to the foundations of other parts of development. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Relational Climate\, Teacher Sensitivity and Facilitated Exploration\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUodOugrz0pH9a7ITqfE4-d5DEZrp_NwwaT
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/healthy_sleep_happy_baby_091924/
LOCATION:Center For Child And Family Services\, 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd\, Suite 400\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Infants,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20240910T221013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T103825Z
UID:84514-1726576200-1726581600@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
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/play_infant_toddler_091724/
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20240902T210459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T103847Z
UID:84437-1726146000-1726149600@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Say “No” To Germs! Say “Yes” To Infant And Toddler Handwashing
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nThis webinar will discuss the importance of handwashing and its benefits within the infant and toddler environment. Gain insight into appropriate handwashing procedures\, engaging handwashing activities\, and ideas to encourage parent involvement. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Relational Climate\, Facilitated Exploration\, Early Language Support\nToddler: Positive Climate\, Facilitation of Learning and Development\, Language Modeling\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItdOqppzIjGt2rzPoLkfPZcFcRBWTN0hsA
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/say-no-to-germs_091224/
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20240902T210039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T103912Z
UID:84434-1725541200-1725544800@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Health and Safety: Whose Job Is It?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nThis general session will focus on the essential role that caregivers have providing healthy\, safe environments for infants and toddlers in childcare settings and how effective health and safety practices impact each child’s learning and lifelong well-being. Research and important information on the most frequent health and safety issues facing infants and toddlers in early care settings will be shared. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Teacher Sensitivity\, Facilitated Exploration\nToddler: Teacher Sensitivity\, Facilitation Of Learning And Development\n\nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pdeispzstHtfXawCpJ2nyfkLkpZ1q71ef
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/whose-job-is-it-090524/
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Family Providers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20240813T215555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T103937Z
UID:84407-1724743800-1724760000@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Back to Class Training Event (Sponsored by ITSN)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nBack to CLASS Flyer for August ITSN.FirstSpark \nBack to Class Training \nPlease join us on Friday\, August 23rd for a fun morning of training\,\nCLASS information and refreshments as we jump back into the new school year.\nAgenda:\n7:30-8:00 a.m. Registration\n8:00 a.m. First Spark Early Childhood Manager Mary Sheldon CLASS Overview\n9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Training Sessions\nWork and Life Balance Linda Tazi\, ITBC\nQuality Early Care Environments Jamie Wallace\, ITS\nResponsive Caregiving for Infants & Toddlers: Watch\, Ask and Adapt Diosa Montes\, ITS\n(Certificates will be given for training hours.)\nLocation: Center for Child & Family Services\n739 Thimble Shoals Blvd. Newport News\, VA Suite 400\nRegister here: https://signup.com/go/cnSjjOG\nOr contact Diosa Montes at dmontes@va-itsnetwork.org\nRegistration is free and the event is limited to 35 participants so register early!
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/back-to-school-itsn/
LOCATION:Center For Child And Family Services\, 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd\, Suite 400\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Family Providers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20240617T021745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T104809Z
UID:84262-1722448800-1722452400@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Ready Set Go!
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: \nPhysical activity affects the overall health\, development\, and continuous learning of infants and toddlers. This IN-PERSON workshop will offer a variety of opportunities to learn more about physical activity guidelines for infants and toddlers as well as the importance of age-appropriate movement experiences during daily care routines in childcare settings. Challenges to providing safe environments that encourage infants and toddlers to be physically active will be discussed. Ideas\, strategies\, and materials to use in creating environments and experiences that promote active play and movement in both centers and family care homes will be shared. \nCLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant: Facilitated Exploration\nToddler: Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\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 \nHow to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ocOmurzMqGNCX06cDZfzbYkG66jkfAtv8
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/ready_set_go_073124/
LOCATION:Center For Child And Family Services\, 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd\, Suite 400\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Infants,Toddlers,Family Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T143000
DTSTAMP:20260525T192835
CREATED:20240617T184921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T104744Z
UID:84270-1722344400-1722349800@www.firstsparkva.org
SUMMARY:Getting to Know Virginia’s Early Learning & Development Standards (ELDS)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) \nDescription: Virginia has a new set of comprehensive early learning and development standards: Virginia’s Early Learning and Development Standards (ELDS)\, Birth-Five Learning Guidelines. Join us as we explore the guidelines\, focusing on the five Areas of Development and what this means for you and the infants and toddlers in your care. \nDomain: Responsive Caregiving CLASS Dimensions: \n\nInfant- Facilitated Exploration\nToddler- Facilitation of Learning and Development\n\nTo register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqcuuopzkuGdUri_8O1Kn8zNc36zIIelOU
URL:https://www.firstsparkva.org/vqb5-event/elds_073024/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Infants,Preschool,Toddlers,Leaders,Family Providers
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