PDCFall 2019

PROGRAMS FOR PARENTS, INC. The Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Education“Teaching, Management and Leadership”

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CALENDAR Calendario para el desarrollo profesional

Workshop Sessions for Child Care Center Directors and Staff, Family Child Care Providers, Approved Home Care Providers, and Parents

Essex County’s Child Care Resource and Referral Agency

Celebrating 35 years of excellence and commitment to children, families and the early care and education community!

NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR SITE-BASED WORKSHOPSAttention Program Directors and School Leaders . . .

In our efforts to increase the quality of services, we are extending training resources to community-based child care centers. Programs for Parents is offering off-site training sessions at your program location.

Would your staff benefit from participating in one of our workshops listed in the Fall Calendar? Are you interested in scheduling sessions for your Professional Development or In-Service Days?

To schedule a specific workshop at your location, contact Amanda Blagman via email ablagman@programsforparents.org

To schedule an on-site workshop, you must meet the following requirements: • Workshops must be scheduled 30 days prior to the desired date • Minimum of 15–20 participants

(collaborating with other centers/agencies is permitted) • Adequate space to accommodate adult-sized table and chairs • Access to Internet (WIFI) password • Security for evening training sessions

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Teaching is a Work of Heart . . . Emotionally Nurturing Children to Maximize Learning.

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FAMILY ENGAGEMENT

Home-School ConnectionWednesday, October 16, 6:30–8:30pmNewark—FreeThere is convincing evidence that parents’ involvement in children’s learning and the quality of parent - school interactions, has positive effects on children’s academic achievement, social competence and school engage-ment. This training will explore tips, strategies, and resources to help improve the connection from home to school and expand parent involvement and engage-ment. As a result, parents and caregivers will learn how to become involved in partnering with their child’s teacher to support their child’s academic success and social and emotional competence.

Partnering with ParentsOctober 28, 6:00–8:00pmMontclair—$15Learn to focus on the positive when engaging with par-ents and families. Value and understand the relationship between you and parents/families. Look for opportunities to get to know parents/families better, and support their parenting efforts.

Approaches to Trauma Informed Care and Family Engagement in Early Childhood Settings:Wednesday, November 20, 6:30–8:30pmNewark—FreePromote ACEs/Trauma Informed Care with Birth to 5 Early Education Programs. Expand knowledge base and

raise Parents, Early Childhood Professionals and Fam-ily Service Practitioners awareness of Adverse Child-hood Experiences (ACEs). Help families connect with resources to prevent the impacts of ACEs/Trauma among children and families. Promote family well-being using and integrating strategies, principles and guidance from:

• Strengthening Families Five Protective Factors• Head Start Parent, Family and Community

Engagement Framework• The Guiding Principles of Trauma Informed Care

Literacy from the BeginningWednesday, December 18, 6:30–8:30pmNewark—FreeEmergent Literacy is a term that is used to explain a child’s knowledge of reading and writing skills before they learn how to read and write words. It signals a belief that in literate society, young children—even one-and two-year-olds—are in the process of becoming literate. Parents and caregivers will learn the basic components of emergent literacy; and gain knowledge about behav-iors that show the development of emergent literacy in children 3 to 5 years old. Parents and caregivers will also learn tips, strategies and activities they can use to promote literacy development in children three to five years old.

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Understanding and Using Pre-School Teaching & Learning StandardsMonday, October 7, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—FreeParticipants will receive an overview covering:• Developing an awareness of the NJ Preschool

Teaching and Learning Standards• Understanding the importance of embedding the

standards into classroom learning• Creating lessons and developing activities based

on the standardsThis workshop may help to meet Grow NJ Kids Center-Based Standard 2.4.1 and Grow NJ Kids Family Child Care Standard 2.5.1

The What’s, Why’s and How’s of Responding to Challenging Behavior in the Early Childhood Setting Monday, October 21, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—FreeParticipants will learn ways to respond to children’s be-havior when challenges are presented and how to guide children’s behavior in a positive way. Presented in part-nership with the New Jersey Family Health Consortium.This workshop may help to meet Grow NJ Kids Center-Based Standard 2.4.5 and Grow NJ Kids Fam-ily Child Care Standard 1.3.2

Entendiendo y Usando Los Estándares de Enseñanza y Aprendizaje Pre-escolares de NJMiércoles 23 de Octubre, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—GratisLos participantes recibirán un resumen que cubre lo siguiente:• Desarrollar una conciencia de los Estándares de ense-

ñanza y aprendizaje preescolares de NJ• Comprender la importancia de integrar los estándares

en el aprendizaje en el aula• Crear lecciones y desarrollar actividades basadas en

los estándares.Esta clase le ayudará a completar el Estándar 2.4.1 de Grow NJ Kids Center-Based y Estándar 2.5.1 de Grow NJ Kids Family Child Care Supporting Dual Language Learners and Building Cultural Responsiveness- Part I and Part IIPart I: Monday, October 28, 6:00–9:00pmPart II: Tuesday, October 29, 6:00–9:00pmPARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER FOR AND ATTEND BOTH SESSIONSMontclair—FreeThis training is designed to provide teachers and caregiv-ers with methods for supporting dual language learners

and their families, as well as strategies for accommodat-ing and promoting cultural diversity in the classroom. Participants will use what they learn throughout the train-ing to create an action plan for their programs, which will support their professional growth as educators.

Art Experiences to Support Social Emotional Development Wednesday, November 13, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—$15.00Teachers and caregivers identify fundamental art con-cepts and connect them to developmentally appropriate strategies that advance preschoolers’ self-management skills, social-awareness, and decision-making skills in personal, school, and community contexts.

Using Story Time to Emotionally Connect with Children Wednesday, December 11, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—$15.00This interactive session enhances teachers’ and caregiv-ers’ read-aloud skills using evidence-based strategies to teach, model, and reinforce positive behaviors that promote children’s social and emotional health. Chock full of resources, DIY props, and hands-on experiences, you won’t want to miss it!

CURRICULUM/CHILD DEVELOPMENT

CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

The What’s, Why’s and How’s of Responding to Challenging Behavior in the Early Childhood Setting Monday, October 21, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—FreeParticipants will learn ways to respond to children’s be-havior when challenges are presented and how to guide children’s behavior in a positive way. Presented in part-nership with Central Jersey Family Health Consortium.This workshop may help to meet Grow NJ Kids Center-Based Standard 2.4.5 and Grow NJ Kids Family Child Care Standard 1.3.2

Inclusion AwarenessWednesday, October 23, 6:30–8:30pmNewark—FreeAre you interested in improving the quality of services you provide for children with special needs? Are you interest-ed in serving children with special needs? This workshop provides the guiding principles of inclusion, information

about the laws affecting it, how children are more alike than different and where to turn for assistance to improve the delivery of services for children. Presented in partner-ship with SPAN Parent Advocacy Network’s NJ Inclusion Child Care Project. Register for this session at www.njccis.com Event ID #119788

Working with Children Who Have Special NeedsMonday, November 18, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—FreeThis workshop will help providers to accommodate chil-dren with special needs by making adaptations to activi-ties, lesson plans and the early childhood environment. Individualized Education Plans (IEPs/IFSPs) and Special Education laws will be discussed. Presented in partner-ship with Central Jersey Family Health Consortium.This workshop may help to meet Grow NJ Kids Center-Based Standard 1.2.2 and 2.3.4 and Grow NJ Kids Family Child Care Standard 1.2.2

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Finders, Keepers: Effective Strategies for Staff Recruitment and RetentionMonday, October 21, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—$15.00Have you ever experienced hiring a staff that “looked good on paper” but performed differently in person? Are you a concerned administrator who is seeking to improve their interviewing skills? Participants will discuss how the hiring process impacts employee retention. We will also share tips on how to conduct successful interviews and ways to develop a positive on-boarding experience for new hires to increase staff retention.

Introducing the SpeakerMonday, November 4, 6:00–8:00pmMontclair—$15.00Afraid of speaking in front of a crowd? Does the thought of speaking into a microphone terrify you? It’s estimated that as much as 75% of the population struggles with a fear of public speaking to a certain degree. That means some 238 million people feel nervous about talking to oth-ers. If this describes you… then this session is for YOU! Participants will learn techniques to learn how to be at ease when speaking in front of an audience or facilitating a workshop.

Out of the Box Marketing Monday, November 18, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—$15.00Word of mouth is the best form of marketing for most businesses and is typically based on customer experi-ences, but have you thought of ways to make staff and families “intentional” marketers for your program? Are you using social media and email marketing to build your childcare brand? Learn creative ways to bring visibility to your program. This session is ideal for Owners, Directors and Administrative Staff.

How Attitude Impacts OutcomesMonday, December 2, 6:00–8:00pmMontclair—$15.00Has anyone ever said “you have a great attitude” or the opposite “you have a bad attitude”? For better or for worse, your attitude impacts the way you lead people. This session explores how your attitude affects your work, life, and relationships by the way you communicate and collaborate with others. Strategies will be discussed on how to be positive and intentional about changing the way we see, think and respond to life.

PROFESSIONALISM/ADMINISTRATION/MANAGEMENT

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HEALTH AND SAFETY

Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery TrainingFriday, September 13, 9:00am-12noon or 1:00pm–4:00pmNewark—FreeNatural disasters are on the rise, and the time to prepare is now. Did you know that approximately 40% of business-es do not reopen after a disaster? This workshop pre-pares you, your staff, caregivers, and your business with plans for all circumstances. Presented in partnership with the Institute for Childhood Preparedness. See enclosed flyer for additional detailsRegister for this session @ www.njccis.com Event ID 74467 Time ID 154866 or 154867

Preparing for Violence/Active Shooter SituationsSaturday, September 14, 9:30am–12:30pmMontclair—FreeThis course has been developed specifically for the early childhood community. Whether it is an active shooter, the threat of violence or other dangerous situations, this train-ing provides you with the knowledge and resources you

need to be better prepared. Presented in partnership with the Institute for Childhood Preparedness. See enclosed flyer for additional detailsRegister for this session at www.njccis.com Event ID 119780

Put Down that Screen and Move! LMCC Physical Activity and Screen TimeMonday, December 9, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—FreeChildren should be in motion most of the school day. Keeping children healthy means promoting nutrition, exer-cise and active games. In this training we will create new movement games, activities and have fun! Presented in partnership with Central Jersey Family Health Consortium.This workshop may help to meet Grow NJ Kids Center-Based Standard 1.2.2 and Grow NJ Kids Family Child Care Standard 1.3.2

FAMILY CHILD CARE

Out of the Box Marketing Monday, November 18, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—$15.00Word of mouth is the best form of marketing for most busi-nesses and is typically based on customer experiences, but have you thought ways to make staff and families “intentional” marketers for your program? Are you using social media and email marketing to build your childcare brand? Learn creative ways to bring visibility to your program. This session is ideal for Owners, Directors and Administrative Staff

What’s the Big Deal about Mindfulness?Thursday, November 14, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—$15.00When we practice mindfulness, our thoughts tune into what we’re sensing in the present moment rather than re-hashing the past or imagining the future. Early Childhood Professionals will learn how to maintain a moment-by-mo-

ment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensa-tions, and surrounding environment, through a gentle, nur-turing lens. Through practicing mindfulness, caregivers are emotionally available to provide supportive environments that promote and stimulate emotionally healthy children. Taxes and Finances 101 for Family Care ProvidersTuesday, December 10, 6:30–8:30pmMontclair—FreeJust in time for 2020 tax return preparation, this workshop will provide insight into how the new tax laws affect family child care businesses. The presenter will share informa-tion about the financial data providers should be tracking and will make worksheets available to help with tracking expenses and income; free tax preparation locations; and resources to share with parent payers regarding the Dependent Care Tax Credit. Presented in partnership with the United Way of Northern New Jersey.Workshops will be posted on www.njccis.com and www.programsforparents.org

New Jersey First Steps

A State-wide Infant/Toddler InitiativeNorthern Region

New Jersey First Steps offers free professional development opportunities with topics tailored to your needs. Our trainers present best practice standards that address infant and toddler brain development and reflective practices for early care providers. These professional development opportunities are planned to assist early care providers in achieving the NJ Infant/Toddler Credential!

Primary CareWednesday, October 9, 6:00–9:00 pmMontclair—FreeThrough primary care, the teacher, the child, and the child’s family begin to develop bonds of comfort familiarity, trust and love. Participants will explore primary care from various perspectives.

Continuity of Care Wednesday, October 23, 6:00–9:00 pmMontclair—FreeA close caregiver/child relationship has an impact on child development and the quality of care you pro-vide. This relationship is one of the most important components for infant’s brain development in group and family childcare. This class will focus on the practices that build strong bonds with infants while encouraging them to work together in small groups.

Bellies Down on the GroundThursday, October 24, 6:00–8:00pmMontclair—FreeExperienced infant professionals will gain an understanding of the concept of tummy time in order to pre-vent head flattening and to increase infants’ optimal development, particularly gross motor skills. A specific emphasis will be placed on implementing tummy time using a variety of techniques at the various ages in the young infancy period, and developing policies to support tummy time in child care settings.

Small GroupsWednesday, November 6, 6:00–9:00 pmMontclair—FreeThe use of small groups in meeting the intimacy needs of infants and toddlers is critical. Participants will explore how both cognitive and social learning are enhanced when the number of children and adults in group care settings is limited.

Additional workshops for Infant-Toddler caregivers, directors and program will be announced and posted on www.njccis.com and www.programsforparents.org

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NJ FIRST STEPS

Meal TimesWednesday, November 13, 6:00–8:00pmMontclair—FreeInfants and toddler caregivers consistently need to support the mealtime routines in childcare settings. This workshop is designed to support caregivers in developing an understanding of responsive mealtimes for both infants and toddlers and support in creating an engaging and responsive mealtime experience. The workshop also discusses how caregivers can support healthy nutrition and implement health and safety practices at every mealtime. Additionally, ideas to support family style dining are also covered.

Cultural Responsiveness Wednesday, November 20, 6:00–9:00 pmMontclair—FreeDefining culture and cultural responsiveness helps create equitable, quality environments for children.

Outdoor ExperiencesThursday, November 21, 6:00–8:00 pmMontclair—FreeThe workshop focuses on the importance of outdoor play for infants and toddlers in child care as they are given daily opportunities to spend time outside in rich outdoor environments with enthusiastic adults. Partici-pants will learn how to keep infants and toddlers safe and to develop ideas to encourage active play outdoors.

The Math Experience: It’s More than 1, 2, 3! Wednesday, December 4, 6:00–8:00 pmMontclair—FreeBy demonstrating hands-on activities and exploring early math practices teachers will be able to intentionally incorporate math talk language throughout the day and in every way.

Babies on the MoveWednesday, December 11, 6:00–8:00 pmMontclair—FreeWhen caregivers recognize infants and toddlers learning new motor skills, they will be able to support infants and toddlers in their development throughout the day. This lesson will provide participants information on how to support gross motor development in childcare settings.

Exploring Nature and Science with Infants and ToddlersWednesday, December 18, 6:00–8:00 pmMontclair—FreeSupport young children’s curiosity and development as we discover new ways to use materials, simple conver-sations and quality interactions to encourage science activities with infants and toddlers.

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HEALTH AND SAFETY—CCDBG MANDATED TRAININGS

HEALTH AND SAFETY BASICS (See dates and sessions below)Best practices and standards for health and safety are the foundation of quality child care. Meeting the basic health and safety needs of all children sets the stage for positive child outcomes. This health and safety orientation module pro-vides an overview of the basic health and safety requirements and best practices in nine of the topic areas as outlined in the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG) Act of 2014. Safe spaces, transportation safety, handling and stor-age of hazardous materials, emergency preparedness, prevention and control of infectious disease, food and allergic reactions and how to respond, overview of administration of medication, shaken baby syndrome/abusive head trauma, safe sleep and SUIDS prevention.

IDENTIFYING CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT: MANDATED REPORTING (See dates and sessions below)This is a part of the Health and Safety Basics training required by the CCDBG Reauthorization. Participants will gain a better understanding of the types of child abuse and neglect, how to recognize signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect, New Jersey’s requirements for mandated reporting and how to create and implement organization specific reporting policies.

Health and Safety BasicsPart 1: Monday September 16, 6:00pm – 9:00pmPart 2: Tuesday, September 17, 6:00pm – 9:00pm(MUST REGISTER FOR AND ATTEND BOTH SESSIONS) Montclair—Free

Health and Safety BasicsPart 1: Monday, September 23, 6:00pm – 9:00pmPart 2: Tuesday, September 24, 6:00pm – 9:00pm(MUST REGISTER FOR AND ATTEND BOTH SESSIONS) Montclair—Free

Salud y Seguridad (Básico)Viernes 4 de Octubre, 2019, 9:00am–3:30pmNewark—Gratis (Traiga Su Almuerzo)

Health and Safety BasicsSaturday, October 12, 9:00am-3:30pmNewark—Free (BRING YOUR LUNCH)

Salud y Seguridad (Básico)Sábado 23 de Noviembre, 2019, 9:00am3:30pmMontclair—Gratis (Traiga Su Almuerzo)

Identifying Child Abuse and Neglect: Mandated ReportingMonday, September 30, 6:00–8:00pmMontclair—Free

Identifying Child Abuse and Neglect: Mandated ReportingThursday, October 17, 6:00pm–8:00pmMontclair—Free

Required for all NEW Family Child Care and Center-Based program staff working with children who receive subsidy and all staff in formerly license-exempt programs.

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FOUNDATIONS OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT (See dates and sessions below)Child care professionals are responsible for environments, experiences and interactions that help all children in child care thrive and reach their full potential. The challenge is for the provider to demonstrate how to meet the developmen-tal needs of children of many different ages. In this module, providers can learn predictable ways that children change and learn new skills over time to give the provider a solid foundation for daily practice and decision-making.

CPR AND FIRST AID SESSIONS (See dates and sessions below)

Montclair—$55.00Learn basic procedures for emergencies, sudden illness and accidents. Those who pass this class will receive a New Jersey recognized First Aid and CPR certificate for two years (not valid for summer camp).

Español CPR y First Aid Sábado, 21 Septiembre, 9:00am–3:00pmMontclair—$55.00

Required for all NEW Family Child Care and Center-Based program staff working with children who receive subsidy and all staff in formerly license-exempt programs.

HEALTH AND SAFETY—CCDBG MANDATED TRAININGS

Foundations of Child DevelopmentWednesday, October 2, 6:00–8:00pmNewark—Free

Foundations of Child DevelopmentWednesday, November 6, 6:00–8:00pmMontclair—Free

CPR and First Aid: English SessionSaturday, October 19, 9:00am–3:00pmMontclair—$55.00

Español CPR y First Aid Sábado, 16 Noveimbre, 9:00am–3:00pmMontclair—$55.00

CPR and First Aid: English SessionSaturday, December 14, 9:00am–3:00pmMontclair—$55.00

The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.

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ENTRENAMIENTO EN ESPAÑOL

Español CPR y First Aid Sábado, 21 Septiembre, 9:00–3:00pmMontclair—$55.00

Español CPR y First Aid Sábado, 16 Noveimbre, 9:00am–3:00pmMontclair—$55.00

Salud y Seguridad (Básico)Viernes 4 de Octubre, 2019, 9:00am–3:30pmNewark—Gratis (Traiga Su Almuerzo)

Salud y Seguridad (Básico)Sábado 23 de Noviembre, 2019, 9:00am—3:30pmMontclair—Gratis (Traiga Su Almuerzo)

Best practices and standards for health and safety are the foundation of quality child care. Meeting the basic health and safety needs of all children sets the stage for positive child outcomes. This health and safety orientation mod-ule provides an overview of the basic health and safety requirements and best practices in nine of the topic areas as outlined in the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG) Act of 2014. Safe spaces; transportation safety; handling and storage of hazardous materials; emer-gency preparedness; prevention and control of infectious disease; food and allergic reactions and how to respond; overview of administration of medication; shaken baby syndrome/abusive head trauma; safe sleep and SUIDS prevention.

Entendiendo y Usando Los Estándares de Enseñanza y Aprendizaje Pre-escolares de NJMiércoles 23 de Octubre, 6:30–8:30pm Montclair—GratisLos participantes recibirán un resumen que cubre lo siguiente:• Desarrollar una conciencia de los Estándares de

enseñanza y aprendizaje preescolares de NJ• Comprender la importancia de integrar los estándares

en el aprendizaje en el aula• Crear lecciones y desarrollar actividades basadas

en los estándares.Esta clase le ayudará a completar el Estándar 2.4.1 de Grow NJ Kids Center-Based y Estándar 2.5.1 de Grow NJ Kids Family Child Care

Impuestos y Finanzas 101 para proveedores de cuidado familiar Martes 10 de Diciembre, 6:30¬8:30pmMontclair—Gratis Justo a tiempo para la preparación de la declaración de impuestos de 2019, este taller proporcionará infor-mación sobre cómo las nuevas leyes fiscales afectan a las empresas de cuidado infantil familiar. El presentador compartirá información sobre los proveedores de datos financieros que se deben rastrear y pondrá a disposición hojas de trabajo para ayudar con el seguimiento de gastos y ingresos; ubicaciones libres de preparación de impuestos; y recursos para compartir con los padres pagadores con respecto al Crédito Tributario por Cuidado de Dependientes. Presentado por el Camino Unido (The United Way) del Norte de Nueva Jersey.Los talleres publicados en www.njccis.com y www.programsforparents.org

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Newark Campus Class Tues. & Thurs. Evenings (weekly), 6:00–9:00pmPrograms for Parents570 Broad St. 9th Fl.Newark, NJ ($1,500)Start Date: September 19, 2019

Montclair Campus ClassSaturdays (weekly) 8:30am–2:30pmPrograms for Parents500 Bloomfield Ave. 2nd Fl.Montclair, NJ ($1,500)Start Date: September 21, 2019

En NewarkClases en españolTodos los sabados8am–2pmPrograms for Parents570 Broad Street, 9vo pisoNewark, NJ ($1,500)Start Date: August 24, 2019

Join Programs for Parents…GOLD STANDARD ACCREDITED CDA PROGRAM!

STUDY TO BECOME A CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

Qualify to earn 11 college credits towards an Associate of Arts in Education at Essex County College!

The CDA is a nationally recognized credential for teachers of young children ages birth to eight. The CDA course is offered in Spanish and English. The course includes: 120 clock hours of early child-hood education instruction on child development, theory, and practice. Also included are mentoring,

and an onsite observation with coaching.

To enroll, you must:• Be at least 18 years old, OR

• A high school student at least 16 years old in a high school work/study program • Have proof of high school enrollment/Diploma/GED or letter from high school work/study program

• Be working or volunteering at a licensed early childhood education program or family child care home

Tuition & Fees: $1,500Scholarships may be available through

the NJ Workforce Registry www.njccis.comNow taking registration for Fall 2019 classes and Spring/Summer 2020

Clases disponibles en español• $100 Registration Fee is required • Payment plans are available for the remaining $1,400

For CDA Renewal go to: www.cdacouncil.org

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Why CDA?• A nationally recognized education credential • A professional title: “Child Development Associate”

• Improved earning power • Improved marketability • Personal and professional growth • Working knowledge of child development, theory, and practice

• A jump start to continuing education in the early childhood field: PfP’s CDA course transfers into 11 college credits towards an Associate of Arts in Education Degree at Essex County College

FOR ENGLISH CDA CLASSES, PLEASE CALL: 973-744-4050 EXT. 1206PARA CLASES EN ESPAÑOL, LLAME AL: 201-463-9486

Orientation Session: Wednesday, September 10, 2019—70 Broad St., Newark, NJContact Programs for Parents for Information

974-744-4050 x 1011

CDAChild Development Associate

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FALL 2019 TRAINING AT-A-GLANCE

Day/Date Title Time Place Cost

10–Sept. CDA Orientation Session 6pm–8pm Newark Free

13–Sept. Emergency Preparedness,

Response, and Recovery Training .......................... 9am–12pm Newark Free

13–Sept. Emergency Preparedness,

Response, and Recovery Training .......................... 1pm–4pm Newark Free

14–Sept. Preparing for Violence/

Active Shooter Situations ........................................ 9:30am–12:30pm United Way

of Northern NJ* Free

16–Sept. Health and Safety Basics Part I 6pm–9pm Montclair Free

17–Sept. Health and Safety Basics Part II 6pm–9pm Montclair Free

19–Sept. CDA Sessions Begin

(Tuesdays & Thursdays), NEWARK ........................ 6pm–9pm Newark $1,500

21–Sept. CDA Sessions begin

(Saturdays), MONTCLAIR ........................................ 8:30am–2:30pm Montclair $1,500

21–Sept. Español CPR y First Aid 9am–3:00pm Montclair $55

23–Sept. Health and Safety Basics Part I 6pm–9pm Montclair Free

24–Sept. Health & Safety Basics Part II 6pm–9pm Montclair Free

26–Sept. NJFS Regional Leadership Conference 8:30am–3:30pm Iselin** $65

30–Sept. Identifying Child Abuse & Neglect 6pm–8pm Montclair Free

2–Oct. Foundations of Child Development 6pm–8pm Newark Free

4–Oct. Salud y Seguridad (Básico) 9am–3:30pm Newark Free

7–Oct. Understanding and Using

Pre–School Teaching & Learning Standards ......... 6:30pm–8:30pm Montclair Free

9–Oct. Primary Care 6pm–9pm Montclair Free

12–Oct. Health and Safety Basics 9am–3:30pm Montclair Free

16–Oct. Home School Connection 6:30pm–8:30pm Newark Free

17–Oct. Identifying Child Abuse & Neglect 6pm–8pm Montclair Free

19–Oct. CPR and First Aid–English 9am–3pm Montclair $55

21–Oct. Finders, Keepers:Effective

Strategies for Staff Recruitment ............................ 6:30pm–8:30pm Montclair $15

21–Oct. The What’s, Why’s and How’s of

Responding to Challenging Behavior

in the Early Childhood Setting ................................ 6:30pm–8:30pm Montclair Free

23–Oct. Entendiendo y Usando Los Estándares de

Enseñanza y Aprendizaje Pre–escolares de NJ .... 6:30pm–8:30pm Montclair Free

23–Oct. Continuity of Care 6pm–9pm Montclair Free

23–Oct. Inclusion Awareness 6:30pm–8:30pm Newark Free

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Day/Date Title Time Place Cost

24–Oct. Bellies Down on the Ground 6pm–8pm Montclair Free

28–Oct. Partnering with Parents 6pm–8pm Montclair $15

28–Oct. Supporting Dual Language Learners and

Building Cultural Responsiveness Part I ............... 6pm–9pm Montclair Free

29–Oct. Supporting Dual Language Learners and

Building Cultural Responsiveness Part II .............. 6pm–9pm Montclair Free

4–Nov. Introducing the Speaker 6pm–8pm Newark $15

6–Nov. Foundations of Child Development 6pm–8pm Montclair Free

6–Nov. Small Groups 6pm–9pm Montclair Free

13–Nov. Meal Times 6pm–9pm Montclair Free

13–Nov. Art Experiences to Support

Social Emotional Development ............................... 6:30pm–8:30pm Montclair $15

14–Nov. What’s the Big Deal About Mindfulness? 6:30pm–8:30pm Montclair $15

16–Nov. Español CPR y First Aid 9am–3pm Montclair $55

18–Nov. Out of the Box Marketing 6:30pm–8:30pm Montclair $15

18–Nov. Working with Children

Who Have Special Needs ......................................... 6:30pm–8:30PM Montclair Free

20–Nov. Cultural Responsiveness 6pm–9pm Montclair Free

20–Nov. Approaches to Trauma Informed Care 6:30pm–8:30pm Newark Free

21–Nov. Outdoor Experiences 6pm–8pm Montclair Free

23–Nov. Salud y Seguridad (Básico) 9am–3:30pm Montclair Free

2–Dec. How Attitude Impacts Outcomes 6pm–8pm Montclair $15

4–Dec. The Math Experience 6pm–8pm Montclair Free

9–Dec. Put Down that Screen and Move 6:30pm–8:30pm Montclair Free

10–Dec. Taxes and Finances 101 for

Family Child Care Providers .................................... 6:30pm–8:30pm Montclair Free

10–Dec. Impuestos y Finanzas 101 para

proveedores de cuidado familiar ............................ 6:30pm–8:30pm Montclair Free

11–Dec. Babies on the Move 6pm–8pm Montclair Free

11 Dec. Using Story Time to

Emotionally Connect with Children ........................ 6:30pm–8:30pm Montclair $15

14–Dec. CPR and First Aid–English 9am–3pm Montclair $55

18–Dec. Exploring Nature and

Science w/Infants & Toddlers .................................. 6pm–8pm Montclair Free

18–Dec. Literacy from the Beginning 6:30pm–8:30pm Newark Free

FALL 2019 TRAINING AT-A-GLANCE

*United Way of Northern NJ, 60 S. Fullerton, Montclair, NJ**APA Hotel Woodbridge, 120 Wood Ave South, Iselin, NJ

Most workshops are held at: Programs for Parents, 500 Bloomfield Ave., Montclair, NJ (ring 2nd floor bell) (Workshops and classes that are held in Newark, 570 Broad St., 9th floor, or at other locations are clearly indicated.)

All workshops are $15 unless otherwise indicated. All workshops receive child care clock hours and CEU’s unless otherwise indicated.

Walk-ins may not be accepted if the class is full. For walk-in, call ahead to ensure availability and only credit cards or money orders will be accepted as payment.

Workshop registrations can be made through www.njccis.com. Search for workshops by “training agency”— Programs for Parents or NJ First Steps Northern Region.

To become a member of the registry, go to: www.njccis.com.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS/OPTIONSFor more information about our workshops or in case of inclement weather, call (973) 744-4050, ext. 1003

The calendar is available on our website: www.programsforparents.org.

For workshops that carry a fee, payment MUST accompany reg-istration. To ensure that your registration is confirmed, payment must be made in advance. Payment may be made using your Master Card or Visa. We do not accept cash. You may call (973) 744-4050, ext. 1003 to pay for workshops by credit card.

Policies:Programs for Parents requires registration and payment (if applicable) in advance. Registration is on a first come, first served basis. Your payment is your commitment to attend.

INSTRUCCIONES PARA REGISTRARSE Y OPCIONESPara más información sobre los talleres o en caso de las inclemencias del tiempo, llame al (973) 744-1050, ext. 1010.

El calendario está disponible en nuestro sitio web: www.programsforparents.org.

El page se puede hacer utilizando su tarjeta Master Card o Visa. No aceptamos efectivo.Para los talleres que tienen una tarifa, el pago DEBE acom-pañar el registro. Para garantizar que se confirme su rein-scripción, el pago debe hacerse por adelantado. Puedes llamar al (973) 744-4050, ext. 1003 para pagar los talleres o pagar con tarjeta de crédito.

Políticas:Programs for Parents requerimos registro y pago (si corre-sponde) por adelantado. La inscnpción se realiza por orden de Ilegada. Su pago es su compromiso de asistir. Nuestra política de reembolso está en su carta de confirmación. También pro-porcionamos asistencia técnica. Por favor llame para obtener información detallada

DRIVING DIRECTIONSFor driving directions to our training locations or for additional information on Programs for Parents

visit our website at www.programsforparents.org

PARKINGParking is available, for a fee, at the Crescent Parking Deck

(The Crescent, Montclair, NJ, between S. Fullerton Ave. and S. Park St.)

Workshop fees can be paid by credit card by calling 1-973-744-4050, Ext. 1003, or by sending or bringing money order to Pro-grams for Parents, Attn. Training Registration 500 Bloomfield Ave., Montclair, NJ 07042 or to the workshop session. Workshop costs vary and registration is required unless otherwise noted. Talleres en Español, ext. 1010. Solo se pueden hacer pagos con giros postales o tarjetas de credito.

Workshop start times are as indicated. A ten-minute grace period will be allowed for weather and traffic is-sues. After such time, there will be no exceptions for entering a session. Due to liability, children may not ac-company parents to workshops.

All workshops are aligned using NJ’s Core Knowledge and Competences. All curriculum based workshops are aligned using NJ Department of Education Preschool Teaching & Learning Expectations: Standards of Quality, Birth-to-Three Early Learning Standards and School-Age Quality Standards, All CDA classes are aligned with the Council for Professional Recognition, Child Development Associate, Assessment System and Competency Standards.