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SUMMARY:Connecting with Children through Interactions and Relationships Part 1
DESCRIPTION:In this Independent Study\, participants will gain new knowledge and skills in ways to support children’s social and emotional development. Teachers play a huge role getting children prepared for kindergarten\, and developing children’s emotional intelligence is no different. In addition\, teachers will learn techniques to use that will allow children to have the confidence to express themselves and skills to be in relationships with caretakers and peers. \nThis is a two part Independent Study Module series that will be all online and will require basic computer skills to complete. Registration for “Part 2 Supporting Children in Social to Support Learning and Interacting with Peers through Nature Play” is not required to attend. Detailed instructions will be sent via email after registration closes. Participants will have two weeks to complete the module. \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nLevel 2   CDA 3  CC 1   Audience-Preschool\, Family Child Care \n1.5 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/connecting-with-children-through-interactions-and-relationships-part-1/
CATEGORIES:All,Family Child Care,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210524T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
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SUMMARY:Orientation
DESCRIPTION:This six hour professional development workshop provides overviews of child abuse/neglect\, developmentally appropriate practices\, and health & safety practices. It is required of all new child care staff within the first 90 days of hire. This class will be taught in two 2-hour zoom classes with homework in between for a total of 6 hours of content. You must be able to participate in both classes (Monday\, May 24 6:00 – 8:00 PM and Wednesday\, May 26 6:00 – 8:00 PM) and complete the required assignment to receive credit for this class. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 1 CDA 1\,2\,3\,8 CC 1\,2\,4 Audience-All \n6 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/orientation-5-24-21/
CATEGORIES:All,Director,Family Child Care,Infant/Toddler,Preschool,School Age
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210520T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210405T201240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T160416Z
UID:10000886-1621513800-1621519200@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Tools to Promote and Support Your Child Care Program
DESCRIPTION:Discover new tools to help your child care program thrive. Learn how to access and use the Kentucky Shared Services platform\, which is specifically designed for child care providers\, including tools for marketing\, free job postings\, family resources\, and templates for policies\, handbooks\, communications…and more! \nThis free workshop is sponsored by The Kosair Charities Face It Movement. All participants will receive a free membership to Kentucky Shared Services. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nCredit Hours 1.5 \nLevel 3 CDA 5 CC 7 Audience-D
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/tools-to-promote-and-support-your-child-care-program-5-20-21/
CATEGORIES:Director
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210519T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210519T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210405T182434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T182434Z
UID:10000885-1621445400-1621452600@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening Families Series - Concrete Support in Times of Need
DESCRIPTION:Promoting strong\, healthy family relationships provides far-reaching benefits that go beyond the family itself. Healthy families lead to healthy children\, communities and economic prosperity. Strengthening Families Concrete Support in Times of Need will help you connect families to resources in times of need. Every family\, at some point\, needs support. With COVID-19 significantly impacting every family served in our community\, we need to connect our families to needed support more than ever. “A time of need” can be described as the birth of a child\, supporting a child with special needs\, choosing the right center or school for the family needs\, trauma\, mental illness\, violence or poverty. This session aims to educate providers on how to strengthen the family’s ability to access services and advocate for their needs. By the end of the session providers will know how to direct families to early intervention supports\, and access 211 which is the Louisville\, KY based essential community services hotline. Lastly\, after attending this session you will be able to leverage the natural strengths of a family by asking powerful positive questions upon enrollment that foster deep connections from the start! \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Kosair Charities Face It Movement. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 4  CC 6   Audience-All \n2 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/strengthening-families-series-concrete-support-in-times-of-need/
CATEGORIES:All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210405T164341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T202702Z
UID:10000883-1621256400-1621260000@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Reflecting Children’s Work with Math Part 3
DESCRIPTION:This training will engage participants in reflection of their classroom practices and how the relationship with math is alive. Teachers will discuss how they have seen math play a role in all aspects of the classroom. Participants will also gain a better understanding of the role that the teacher plays in providing opportunities to children that allow for complex math concepts to be explored by the child. (Completion of Math Part 1 and 2 not required to attend.) \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 2   CDA 2  CC 4   Audience-Preschool \n1 Credit Hour
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/reflecting-childrens-work-with-math-part-3/
CATEGORIES:All,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210515T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210405T175111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T131529Z
UID:10000884-1621072800-1621078200@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Developing Empathy from Birth!
DESCRIPTION:What is empathy? How can we support young children in becoming empathic and caring citizens within our community? When does empathy emerge\, and what are the signs? This session will explore how interactions\, positive environments and a sense of belonging foster empathic growth in all children. After attending this session you will have techniques for how to talk with very young children about feelings\, and how to create environments that nurture relationships and a sense of belonging. \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the PNC Grow A Great Workforce. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 3  CC 1   Audience-Infant/Toddler\, Family Child Care \n1.5 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/developing-empathy-from-birth/
CATEGORIES:All,Family Child Care,Infant/Toddler
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210511T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210405T210051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T210051Z
UID:10000888-1620756000-1620761400@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:What Do You Do With the Mad That You Feel - Little Bodies and Big Emotions
DESCRIPTION:Bring a little Mr. Rogers back to your classroom! Published by Mr. Rogers and his company Family Communications\, this workshop offers helpful ways to think about our own adult anger and self-control as well as our children’s. Through discussion and experiential activities\, we will help children “catch” the message that they can stop from doing something that might hurt and then choose to do something that doesn’t hurt anyone. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nCredit Hours 2 (with pre-work) Level 2   CDA 3 CC 1   Audience-Preschool\, School-Age
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/what-do-you-do-with-the-mad-that-you-feel-little-bodies-and-big-emotions/
CATEGORIES:All,Preschool,School Age
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210510T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210406T145433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T160449Z
UID:10000890-1620648000-1620651600@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Using Complex Math Concepts in the Classroom Part 2
DESCRIPTION:This one hour Independent Study Module will be focus on how to support classroom interaction with math concepts through photos that will be required by the participants to take and upload. Teachers will upload pictures to an online platform called Padlet. Through Padlet teachers can upload images of math concepts the children are using and allow other participants to view in order to gain inspiration and ideas to take back to the classroom. Teachers will also be required to communicate on the Padlet to brainstorm ideas and to encourage more complex math concepts. This module will also support peer to peer learning to make a greater impact on the experiences that we want children to have. (Registration for Math Parts 1 and 3 not required to attend. Detailed instructions will be sent via email after registration closes. Participants will have two weeks to complete the module.) \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nLevel 2   CDA 2  CC 4   Audience-Preschool \n1 Credit Hour
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/supporting-using-complex-math-concepts-in-the-classroom-part-2/
CATEGORIES:All,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210506T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210506T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210405T202525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T141806Z
UID:10000887-1620304200-1620311400@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Directors Roundtable - STARS and Child Care Aware
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an opportunity to talk with guests from Child Care Aware\, including STARS representatives and Health & Safety Coaches. Get your questions answered and join in the discussion! \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 2   CDA 1\, 5  CC 2\, 4   Audience-Directors \n2 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/directors-roundtable-stars-and-child-care-aware/
CATEGORIES:All,Director
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210406T143217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T160544Z
UID:10000889-1620043200-1620046800@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Incorporating Math Concepts in the Classroom Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Participants will complete a 1 hour Independent Study Module that will include the opportunity for free resources for the classroom to promote math proficiency. Teachers will gain skills on how to recognize the relationship between math and everyday life. This module will show how to incorporate math concepts in all learning centers that are meaningful to the children. Understanding the importance of math and how math can be incorporated into every lesson\, teachers will be able to support children through intentional teaching moments and in when the opportunity presents itself. (Registration for Math Parts 2 and 3 not required to attend. Independent Study Module will be sent via email after registration closes. Participants will have two weeks to complete the module. Free resources must be picked up at 4-C’s main office at 1215 S. 3rd St on a date determined by the trainer.) \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nLevel 2   CDA 2  CC 4   Audience-Preschool \n1 Credit Hour
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/incorporating-math-concepts-in-the-classroom-part-1/
CATEGORIES:All,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210427T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210317T194328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T164424Z
UID:10000875-1619546400-1619551800@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:When Childhood Anxiety Leads to Challenging Behaviors: Classroom Strategies to Support Anxious Children
DESCRIPTION:Practitioners are often overwhelmed with behaviors created by anxiety\, which can look like social isolation\, school refusal or aggression. Most educators don’t receive training on this chronic condition. Participants will learn to identify the symptoms and behaviors of the different types of anxiety\, and anxiety in relation to Adverse Childhood Experiences. Participants will learn strategies to assist a child with anxiety in the classroom\, and learn strategies that parents can implement to help the child succeed at home and in the classroom. They will also participate in self-reflective activities for determining levels of anxiety\, along with strategies to avoid that are commonly used in child care or classroom settings. \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Lift a Life Foundation. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 2 CC 1   Audience-All \n1.5 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/when-childhood-anxiety-leads-to-challenging-behaviors-classroom-strategies-to-support-anxious-children/
CATEGORIES:All,Director,Infant/Toddler,Preschool,School Age
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210426T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210318T135833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T151334Z
UID:10000881-1619460000-1619467200@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma
DESCRIPTION:This training was designed for child care providers and staff on recognition and prevention Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma. Participants will learn the early signs of maltreatment and the various injuries and conditions that may result from vigorous shaking\, slamming or impacting the head of an infant or young child. They will also be provided tools for dealing with a crying infant and ways to share information with parents to prevent abuse from occurring. Training objectives are to review the statistics of abusive head trauma; to define and describe abusive head trauma and its associated injuries; to discuss risk factors and prevention\, and to understand the outcomes for victims. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLicensed and Certified Child Care providers are now required to obtain a minimum of 1.5 clock hours of training every 5 years in the area of Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma. \nLevel 1 CDA 1 CC 2\,4 Audience-All \n2 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/pediatric-abusive-head-trauma-4-26-21/
CATEGORIES:All,Director,Infant/Toddler,Preschool,School Age
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210421T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210421T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210317T192729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T151109Z
UID:10000874-1619026200-1619033400@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening Families Series - Knowledge of Parenting & Child Development
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that when families understand the developmental needs of their growing children\, abuse is less likely to occur? Kentucky is consistently ranked among the highest in our nation for child abuse and neglect. Early childhood providers play an important role in educating families on the developmental needs of young children. Join 4-C to discover the critical points in development when families and children need us the most. By learning about child development and sharing this information with families on a regular basis you are supporting Kentucky’s mission of ending child abuse. After attending this session you will be more knowledgeable about child development and valuable resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention which are research-based\, family-focused and available in English and Spanish. \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Kosair Charities Face It Movement. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 4  CC 6   Audience-All \n2 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/strengthening-families-series-knowledge-of-parenting-child-development/
CATEGORIES:All,Director,Infant/Toddler,Preschool,School Age
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210419T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210317T203544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T150921Z
UID:10000879-1618855200-1618858800@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Stories and Play - Using Books to Inspire Invitations to Play
DESCRIPTION:What if the books you already have could help inspire more play and learning? By using play to deepen their enjoyment and understanding of their favorite stories\, children can be even more engaged in their early literacy experiences. Join other preschool teachers as we discover ways to use stories to create invitations to play! \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 2 CC 4   Audience-Preschool \n1 Credit Hour
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/stories-and-play-using-books-to-inspire-invitations-to-play/
CATEGORIES:All,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210415T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210317T204725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T204725Z
UID:10000880-1618489800-1618495200@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Tools to Promote and Support Your Child Care Program
DESCRIPTION:Discover new tools to help your child care program thrive. Learn how to access and use the Kentucky Shared Services platform\, which is specifically designed for child care providers\, including tools for marketing\, free job postings\, family resources\, and templates for policies\, handbooks\, communications…and more! \nThis free workshop is sponsored by The Kosair Charities Face It Movement. All participants will receive a free membership to Kentucky Shared Services. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nCredit Hours 1.5 \nLevel 3 CDA 5 CC 7 Audience-D
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/tools-to-promote-and-support-your-child-care-program-4-15-21-2/
CATEGORIES:Director
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210414T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210414T183000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210317T200102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T150711Z
UID:10000876-1618417800-1618425000@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse
DESCRIPTION:As an early childhood educator\, you play a critical role in the prevention of child abuse and neglect because of your important relationships with both children and families. Join this interactive session to learn how to recognize when families need education or support\, and how to detect and report child abuse. \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Kosair Charities Face It Movement. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 2   CDA 1 CC 2   Audience-All \n2 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/recognizing-and-reporting-child-abuse/
CATEGORIES:All,Director,Infant/Toddler,Preschool,School Age
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210414T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210317T184201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T150525Z
UID:10000872-1618405200-1618408800@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Engaging Children in Language and Communication Through Play
DESCRIPTION:In this session teachers will gain in-depth knowledge about different stages of communication and how to support the children through language in the classroom. Participants will obtain free classroom resources that will support young learners in communication and language. \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 2   CDA 2\, 7  CC 4   Audience-Preschool \n1 Credit Hour
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/engaging-children-in-language-and-communication-through-play/
CATEGORIES:Preschool
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210413T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185003
CREATED:20210318T163930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T151502Z
UID:10000882-1618318800-1618322400@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Following the Leader: Understanding how Emergent Curriculum can work for everyone’s benefit
DESCRIPTION:Following the leader can be a fun game to play with children! Have you ever thought about following the children to help guide the curriculum? Explore the components of emergent curriculum and how that can lead to higher participation and create a captivating environment that can lead to fewer behavior disruptions. We will also learn more about how Emergent Curriculum supports Kentucky’s benchmarks and standards. \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 2   CDA 2 CC 4   Audience-All
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/following_the_leader-4-13-21/
CATEGORIES:All
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210412T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210412T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20210317T202459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T145841Z
UID:10000878-1618250400-1618254000@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Local Author Read Aloud -Silo and Plyler's Derby Horse Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Join local author and early childhood educator Paul Harshaw as he reads his children’s book\, “Silo and Plyler’s Derby Horse Adventure.” Silo and Plyler just found out about this fantastic horse race in Louisville\, Kentucky called the Kentucky Derby. They are so excited that they want to enter a derby horse of their own. They only have one problem: being from Antarctica\, they have never seen a horse before and have no idea what one looks like. Can you help Silo and Plyler find a Derby Horse in time for the big race? Participants will have an opportunity to ask Mr. Paul questions about his writing and how his work supports early literacy skills. Through a gracious donation of Holland Brown Publishing\, each participant will receive a free copy of “Silo and Plyler’s Derby Horse Adventure” for their classroom. \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 2   CDA 8  CC 4   Audience-Preschool \n1 Credit Hour
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/local-author-read-aloud-silo-and-plylers-derby-horse-adventure/
CATEGORIES:All,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210410T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20210317T190551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T152154Z
UID:10000873-1618048800-1618054200@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Baby Talk! Attuning and attaching to your little ones
DESCRIPTION:Baby talk: attuning and attaching. Did you know that babies laugh before they talk? Research suggests that laughter is one of the earliest clues as to how humans experience the world. Babies’ brains are wired for relationships and experiences. The first 1000 days of life are an extraordinary period of development where we see rapid physical growth and much more. Join 4-C to learn about how you can nurture these critical periods of development through joyful interactions that promote healthy attachment. This session will give you brain-building practices and attunement strategies to try the next day with babies and toddlers. \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the PNC Grow A Great Workforce. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 2  CC 1\, 4   Audience-Infant/Toddler \n1.5 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/baby-talk-attuning-and-attaching-to-your-little-ones/
CATEGORIES:All,Infant/Toddler
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210408T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210408T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20210317T201020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T145056Z
UID:10000877-1617885000-1617892200@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Directors Roundtable - Making Tough Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Directors are faced with numerous difficult decisions every day. This can be exhausting and cause you to run out of resources before all the work is done! Join this group of directors to identify your own personal values and priorities and explore how to use those values to make tough decisions. \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 5\, 6  CC 3\, 7   Audience-Directors \n2 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/directors-roundtable-making-tough-decisions/
CATEGORIES:All,Director
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210325T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210325T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20201215T220304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T143316Z
UID:10000867-1616693400-1616698800@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Scheduling and Carefree Timelessness
DESCRIPTION:Creating scheduling that allows for carefree timelessness can be very difficult to achieve within a child care program. Stop watching the clock and learn what to do instead. During our discussion we will explore what is needed in a schedule and what stands in your way of renegotiating your relationship with time! Learn how the overscheduling of children is impacting their well-being and play. The session will provide educators with an opportunity to create a plan for adding more time to their schedule for children to play. We will explore the decline of play\, the impact and what we can do about it as educators! Please bring a copy of your classroom daily schedule. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 1  CC 1   Audience-All \n2 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/scheduling_and_carefree_timelessness/
CATEGORIES:All,Director,Infant/Toddler,Preschool,School Age
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210320T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20201215T195532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210311T182712Z
UID:10000865-1616234400-1616239800@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Identity Development with Routines & Rituals
DESCRIPTION:Routines are a collection of daily practices that create encounters with children\, the adults\, and the environment. These encounters are helping children to understand who they are and form their identities. Knowing this means looking at our routines and interactions with multiple lenses. Join us for a discussion about individual identity and what this means for your work with children. The discussion will also help educators understand how identity can be shared collectively\, in addition\, to individually through well-constructed rituals that promote belonging\, respect\, inclusion and community.  \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 3\, 1  CC 4\, 1   Audience-All \nCredit Hours: 2
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/supporting-identity-development-with-routines-rituals/
CATEGORIES:All
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210318T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20201210T183523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T142743Z
UID:10000733-1616072400-1616077800@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Tools to Promote and Support Your Child Care Program
DESCRIPTION:Discover new tools to help your child care program thrive. Learn how to access and use the Kentucky Shared Services platform\, which is specifically designed for child care providers\, including tools for marketing\, free job postings\, family resources\, and templates for policies\, handbooks\, communications…and more! \nThis free workshop is sponsored by The Kosair Charities Face It Movement. All participants will receive a free membership to Kentucky Shared Services. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nCredit Hours 1.5 \nLevel 3 CDA 5 CC 7 Audience-D
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/tools-to-promote-and-support-your-child-care-program-3-18-21/
CATEGORIES:Director
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210311T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210311T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20201215T203026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T203026Z
UID:10000866-1615465800-1615473000@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Directors Roundtable: You Name it! Identifying questions and resources to support directors
DESCRIPTION:We’ve made it through the first two months of the year! What questions do you have as directors? What do you need the most support with? Do you know how to find the resources you need? Let’s support and learn from each other as we move into spring. \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 6  CC 3   Audience-Directors \n2 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/directors_roundtable_you_name_it/
CATEGORIES:Director
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210302T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20201215T193210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T193210Z
UID:10000864-1614708000-1614711600@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Childhood Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:Learn about what foods are nutritionally valuable and critical for the development of young children. From breastfeeding to selecting healthy cooking projects within your classroom\, we will explore the important role nutrition plays in child care programs. We will discuss the most current licensing standards as they relate to nutrition and meals. The session will introduce providers to the concept of family style dining and brainstorm other ways to support children with establishing healthy relationships with food. We will also provide information on how to participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)\, which is a critical partner to 4-C! \nThis workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 8 CC 2   Audience-All
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/childhood_nutrition/
CATEGORIES:All
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210308T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20201216T142310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T141947Z
UID:10000869-1614621600-1615233600@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Orientation
DESCRIPTION:This six hour professional development workshop provides overviews of child abuse/neglect\, developmentally appropriate practices\, and health & safety practices. It is required of all new child care staff within the first 90 days of hire. This class will be taught in two 2-hour zoom classes with homework in between for a total of 6 hours of content. You must be able to participate in both classes (Monday\, March 1  6:00 – 8:00 PM and Monday\, March 8  6:00 – 8:00 PM) and complete the required assignment to receive credit for this class. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 1 CDA 1\,2\,3\,8 CC 1\,2\,4 Audience-All \n6 Credit Hours
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/orientation-3-1-21/
CATEGORIES:All,Director,Infant/Toddler,Preschool,School Age
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210223T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20210211T151523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T153844Z
UID:10000871-1614103200-1614106800@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Courageous Conversations in Early Childhood Spaces!
DESCRIPTION:Have you been wanting to support your children in talking about their racial or cultural identity\, but you’re unsure of where to start? Are you worried that you might say the wrong thing or run out words? Courageous Conversations will give you the support\, tools and information needed to join in the discussion with your children\, their families and other early childhood professionals. This short but powerful session will provide you with a starting place by sharing real live classroom reflections\, reading a researched based article\, and exploring other resources that will support you on your journey. By the end of the session\, you’ll have greater knowledge\, more language to use and tools which will support you in having a courageous conversation within your classroom\, center\, school or home! \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3   CDA 3  CC 4  Audience-All \n1.5 Credit Hour
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/courageous-conversations-in-early-childhood-spaces/
CATEGORIES:All
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210222T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210222T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20201211T151835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T201100Z
UID:10000737-1614015000-1614020400@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Love for Writing!
DESCRIPTION:Creating a love for writing will provide early childhood educators with tools and practices that inspire the process of writing love letters to children and families as a form of documentation. The session aims to transform and elevate the professionalism of early childhood care and education by magnifying the teacher’s voice within the context of documentation. Please join us for a lively discussion on how to create meaningful documentation that will leave you feeling inspired and more deeply connected to your children\, families and colleagues. By the end of the session\, you will have gained techniques\, tools and processes that support you on your journey of documentation-wherever you might be! If possible please bring photos of your classroom children and stories about what has been happening within your classroom. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 3 CDA 4\, 6  CC 3\, 5 Audience-All \n2 Credit Hours (pre-work required)
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/creating-a-love-for-writing/
CATEGORIES:All
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20210220T121500
DTSTAMP:20260419T185004
CREATED:20201215T230107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T185814Z
UID:10000868-1613811600-1613823300@www.4cforkids.org
SUMMARY:Super Saturday-The Role of Movement in Play
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a full day of learning! Attend two virtual classes in one day and complete an Independent Learning assignment to receive 5 hours of credit. Each class will focus on the role of movement in play. Join us for a dynamic day of professional development! \nRough-n-Tumble Play Session (live virtual class) \nRough-n-tumble play starts developing in infancy and continues throughout development! Join 4-C for a discussion on the critical role rough-n-tumble play has within our classrooms. Children crave play opportunities to use their bodies with other children. Rough-n-tumble play is a form of play that occurs at all ages and is characterized by engaging in playful physical actions. Learn how to create opportunities for rough-n-tumble play that are  safe and based upon establishing boundaries and setting limits. Let’s look at the behaviors with a different lens!  \nGirls v/s Boys (live virtual class) \nLet’s talk about the real differences of what boys and girls experience. This session will discuss the importance of understanding child development and what is appropriate to expect from boys and girls in the classroom. Boys and girls may have different needs\, but they are still developing children. This training will explore developmentally appropriate milestones and schemas that teachers can support in the class. \nIndependent Learning Pre-Work (assignment completed on your own time) \nTo receive a full 5 credit hours for Super Saturday\, pre-work must be completed prior to the day of class. An assignment will be emailed to each participant a week before to complete on their own time. \nNotice: This is an online class.  Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom\, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer\, phone\, or tablet. \nLevel 2 CDA 2\, 8 CC 1 Audience-All \n5 Credit Hours \n 
URL:https://www.4cforkids.org/event/super-saturday-the-role-of-movement-in-play/
LOCATION:Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C)\, 908 S. 8th Street\, Suite 201\, Louisville\, KY\, 40203\, United States
CATEGORIES:All
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