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ELRC 8, 9, & 10 Newsletter
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Your source for all relevant resources, updates, PD, and events relating to Child Care and School Age Care in your region! |
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Bureau of Certification Summer 2021 newsletter
The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL), Bureau of Certification has released the Summer 2021 Newsletter. This printable newsletter contains information about: Coronavirus updates Meet the Certification Bureau...
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July 2021 PA Early Ed News
July 2021 Edition View as Webpage Early Childhood Education in Pennsylvania 2021-22 Enacted Budget Overview, Office of Child Development and Early Learning The enacted 2021-22 budget continues to demo...
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Early Childhood Educators Invited to Participate in ELRC Listening Sessions
Early childhood educators, your input is requested in the Early Learning Resource Centers (ELRCs) Listening Session. The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) is seeking stakeholder input related to the ELRC model. What is working with ELRCs? Are there gaps in the current system of ELRCs? Early childhood education professionals are invited to share their perspectives about Pennsylvania’s ELRCs during listening sessions throughout July and August. Stakeholders are welcome to participate in the session that best fits their schedule, however special sessions for family child care, group child care and school age child care programs are available. CLICK HERE to register for a listening session.
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ELRC Learning Opportunities |
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Master the Pyramid Model with High-Quality, Evidence-Based E-modules
Do you need training on the Pyramid Model for promoting the social-emotional competence of young children?
The experts at the Pyramid Model Consortium have developed online training modules to strengthen your implementation of all three tiers of the effective framework for nurturing social-emotional skills.
Child Care Consultants has purchased access to a limited number of these modules to be given to qualified providers. Selected programs must agree to print handouts, have selected staff complete the modules, and schedule participating staff to participate in follow-up TA calls or visits (1 or 4 depending on the length of the module). Because these are online modules with self-check tests, one person must be the assigned participant, but multiple staff may use the modules and handouts. (Note: two CCC staff will be receiving monthly reports on training participation.) All STAR levels are eligible and invited to participate.
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A Sack of SACC July Series (for school age programs)
Yours, Mine and Ours: Developing Relationships with Schools
Wednesday, July 14, 6:30-8:00 PM
In this virtual session we will share best practices as well as your successes around relationships with schools. We will also talk about how your participation in STARS can be part of your discussion about the standards aligned, quality programs you provide. Participants may receive a “sack” of gym equipment plus school bazaar or field day activity ideas great for collaborating in school special events!
Click here to view the flyer for more information!
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All sessions are open to providers as well as parents and families. Providers - please share the flyer with your families. Thank you!
PDF: Tuesday, July 20, 1:30-2:30 & 7:00-8:00 PM
Excel Basics: Wednesday, July 21, 1:30-2:30 & 7:00-8:00 PM
Excel Formulas: Thursday, July 22, 1:30-2:30 & 7:00-8:00 PM
Basic Computer Skills: Tuesday, July 27, 1:30-2:30 & 7:00-8:00 PM
Click here to view the flyer for more information!
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Topics include: COVID-19 updates, COVID and influenza vaccines, and preventing tick-borne illnesses.
Tuesday, July 13, 1:00-2:00 PM
Thursday, July 15, 6:30-7:30 PM
To register, email Stephanie and include your name and program name.
Health & Safety work groups will be held once per month over the summer; on Tuesdays from 1:00-2:00 PM and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 PM. The same information will be shared at both work groups each week.
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LearnERS, What's in It for Me?
When first hearing about the LearnERS platform, there may be part of you despairing over the addition of another training and professional development to integrate into your routine and daily duties. This may lead to...
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Shared Source PA: Staying Safe in the Summer Sun!
Summertime fun is in full swing! Whether that means spending more time in water play, on treasure hunts outside or going for a classroom walk, it's essential to protect everyone from the sun and harmful UV rays. Take the guesswork out of sun...
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t.e2ma.net
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Adams County Providers
Our Back 2 School Supply Drive registration is open starting today through July 31.
If your child needs school supplies and a backpack
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Congratulations to the following facilities who moved up in the STARS Program in June 2021!
Sunshine Nursery Childcare Center 2- STAR 2
Tender Years- STAR 4
The EduPLAYtion Station- STAR 2
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STARS Pre-Designation and Designation Applications Soon to be in the PD Registry
On Oct. 1, 2021, the process for STARS pre-designation and designation applications will be in the PD Registry. Free Virtual Training on the new Keystone STARS designation process will be available soon. What can early childhood education professionals do in the PD Registry now to prepare?
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Make sure you have a completed personal profile and apply for the Career Pathway.
- Claim and update your organization profile.
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Director's/Family and Group Child Care can search by MPI or name for how-to videos on completing a profile, claiming your organization and more. Click here to view the videos.
These and additional videos are also available by logging into the PD Registry and selecting Video Library from the left menu bar.
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Social-Emotional Learning |
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13 Children's Books for Social Emotional Learning in 2021
A read-aloud is a powerful tool. In shared reading experiences, young children explore new worlds, hear new vocabulary, build relationships with their caregivers, and start to apply concepts to their own lives. Books, as it turns out, really are...
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Summer Strategies, Episode #5: Promoting Self-Regulation ...
How do you promote resilience in young children in the outdoors? Nefertiti's got some ideas! This episode shares how you can promote the protecti...
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2021-2022 Food Program Reimbursement Rates Announced -...
The 2021-2022 Child and Adult Food Program reimbursement rates for family child care providers have just been released. These rates will be in effect from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022. The new rates are a 1% increase from last year for both the...
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tomcopelandblog.com
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7/8 Webinar: The Power of Open-Ended Questions
Why do you think the sky is blue? How could you use your cup as a tool? These are examples of open-ended questions and the subject of our next FREE webinar, "What? Why? How? The Power of Open-Ended Questions." During this webinar, you will learn...
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geewhizeducation.com
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Training Opportunities from Gee Whiz Education
Please join Gee Whiz for this short, 30-minute overview of the many different free training opportunities we offer family child care providers.
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A look at the School-Age Program Quality Assessment®...
There are a variety of program observation instruments available to Pennsylvania programs and three that are specific to school-age classrooms. Most are familiar with the SACERS-U® and CLASS K-3® but another instrument, the...
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Health, Safety, & Wellness |
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6 important safety lessons for preschool children
The world is a magical and marvellous place, but it's not always plain sailing when it comes to keeping our kids safe. Luckily, children are like little sponges, soaking up ideas and at the ready to learn interesting things each day. Commonsense, ...
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babyology.com.au
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Open Water Safety Checklist
Expert advice on how kids can stay safe when swimming in open water - plus the five essential water skills every child should learn.
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Tips for Dealing with Summer Stress
- Create a routine for your family, including regular meals and bed times.
- Develop behavior contracts with older children and use positive reinforcement. "Catch" the children being good and reinforce that behavior.
- Discuss quiet time with children, giving time to regroup.
- Take time to take care of yourself; if possible, share the workload with your partner.
- Lead by example.
- Begin writing in a journal.
- Take time for your favorite hobby.
- Don’t forget to exercise even if it is just a walk around the block.
- Enjoy your favorite music.
- Seek out social support from family and friends; ask for help when you need it.
- Focus on the good; acts of warmth, kindness, and caring.
- Budget for more time to get things done.
- Remember to play with your children and have fun.
- Don’t forget to eat well and get rest.
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Learning is Everywhere: July 2021
We're learning while doing laundry! July 2021 Fun activities, aligned with the Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards, to help prepare children for school success! View as Webpage We're Learning While
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Let's Learn with Kindergarten Here I Come!
July 2021 edition July 2021 Activities aligned with the Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards to help your preschooler prepare for Kindergarten. View as Webpage Let's Play and Learn Did you know that
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Kindergarten Here I Am
July 2021 edition Fun activities, aligned with the PA Early Learning Standards, to help your child have a successful Kindergarten year. View as Webpage We Are Learning in July Your child may not begi
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Professional Development: Other Trainings |
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7/12-7/16 - The Free to Play Summit
A 5-day guided journey to clarify, deepen and confidently own your personal approach to Play-Activated Learning® in your classroom.
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freetoplaysummit.com
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7/13 Unpacking Our Own Racial Socialization
As adults in the lives of children, we play vital roles in shaping how and what they learn about race. Whether we identify as White or BIPOC people, an important starting point is to look honestly at how we, ourselves, were socialized around race ...
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7/14- ZERO TO THREE and Sesame Street in Communities...
In Partnership with 5- P-5 Competency Domain: Cultural and Linguistic Responsiveness: how culture and language have profound effects on child and family development, ways to raise awareness of our own assumptions about cultural attitudes and...
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7/15 - The Science Behind Social and Emotional Development
Our earliest relationships are at the heart of social and emotional development. They set the stage for learning throughout our life. In this webinar, learn about the science behind early social and emotional development in infants and toddlers.
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event.on24.com
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7/16 - 3-D Construction Play in a World Full of Screens
During the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, families relied on screens and devices for their children's education as well as for socializing and entertainment. While these virtual connections were lifesavers during the crisis, we must now help...
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Additional Online Training Opportunities |
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Thank you for all you do for children, families, and your community by being part of the STARS program.
Sincerely,
Child Care Consultants
(717) 854-2273 or
(800) 864-4925
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