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  • Introduction to Best Practices- Full Series

    Virtual via ZOOM

    Sign up for all 4 sessions and save 40%! Each session is 2.5 hours, Participants who complete all 4 sessions will receive 10 STARS Hours. All sessions will be on zoom at 6-8:30PM.   Tuesday, March 25 – Interactions Tuesday, June 3 – Learning Activities Tuesday, September 23 – Routines and Transitions Tuesday, November 4 …

  • Having Constructive Conversations

    Virtual via ZOOM

    This session will enhance provider capacity for having difficult conversations in an equitable, strengths-based and relationship-centered manner . Date: Tuesday May 13th Time: 11AM - 1PM Class will be held online via zoom.   @public

    Intro to ASQ 3 Ages and Stages Questionnaire

    Virtual via ZOOM

    This training will provide an orientation on Principles of Child Development, Strengthening Families Protective Factors and the ASQ-3 screening tools for child care providers as they prepare to on board and implement developmental screenings in partnership with parents. Dates: Tuesday May 13th Time: 1PM - 3PM Class will be held online via zoom.

    The Art Experience for Infants & Toddlers

    Virtual via ZOOM

    Discover what process art truly means and how to inspire young minds to create and learn through creative expression. Date: Tuesday May 13th Time: 1:30PM - 3:30PM Class will be held online via zoom.   @Public

    Anchoring Our Roots: Engaging in Nature, Honoring Indigeneity, and Elevating Partnerships

    We'll explore opportunities to engage in nature in all types of weather, support providers with their health and wellness, recognize the intersectionality of families, and anchor our roots in nature while honoring indigeneity in the spaces we occupy. This session will introduce Best Starts for Kids' Child Care Health Consultation services by featuring JSOL Studios, …

    Developing Classroom Culture Through an Anti-Bias Lens

    Virtual via ZOOM

    To inspire and support providers to develop and sustain a classroom culture and curriculum through an Anti-Bias Lens (environment, toys, books, art, circle/meeting topics, etc.). Date: Tuesday May 13th. Time: 6PM - 8PM Class will be held online via zoom.   @Public

    Making Every Meal Count: Partnering with Seattle’s Child Care Nutrition Program

    Virtual via ZOOM

    Are you a home childcare provider looking to join a sponsor? Are you a home childcare provider looking for ways to offer nutritious meals while keeping costs manageable? The City of Seattle’s Child Care Nutrition program provides financial reimbursement and support to help you serve healthy meals and snacks to the children in your care. …

    Understanding Child Trauma – Birth to 5

    Virtual via ZOOM

    Understanding childhood trauma and the importance of the lasting impact on a child’s life, including their emotional well-being, mental health, and academic experiences at school. Date: Wednesday May 14th Time: 10AM - 12PM STARS Hours: 2 Class will be held online via zoom.   @Public

    Intro to ASQ SE Ages and Stages Questionnaire Social Emotional

    Virtual via ZOOM

    This training will provide an orientation on Principles of Child Development, Strengthening Families Protective Factors and the ASQ social emotional screening tools for child care providers as they prepare to on board and implement developmental screenings in partnership with parents. Dates: Wednesday May 14th Time: 1PM - 3PM Class will be held online via zoom. …