Welcome to the
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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OCDEL ECE Recap July 26, 2021
Welcome to the ECE Recap where you can find the most recent and important information from the Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL). View as Webpage Register for Upcomin
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CACFP - Serving Vegetables
Incorporating vegetables into breakfast is a great way to start the day off with important nutrients like potassium, folate, vitamin A, vitamin C and dietary fiber. Learn more about serving vegetables in the CACFP with this worksheet from USDA.
CACFP Best Practices
While not required for CACFP reimbursement, these best practices are a great way to make sure the children and adults in your care are getting top-notch nutrition.
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ELRC Learning Opportunities |
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Thursday, July 29th 1:00-2:30pm
STAR 2, 3. or 4 programs that expire after October 1st in the 2021-22 year will be utilizing the PD Registry to complete their designation renewal.
In order to prepare for your renewal, you can begin using the Document Vault NOW. Getting this completed now will make your Designation much easier.
Join some of our Quality Coaches to learn about the Vault, how to access it, how to organize your documents and how to upload them.
Not sure if this workgroup is for you? Ask your Quality Coach! Programs renewing in year 1 MUST have all documentation uploaded in the vault. Programs renewing in year 2 and 3 of their three-year cycle can work on this throughout the upcoming year.
Reserve your space today! Email your name & program name to Jenn Wertz.
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Tuesday, August 3rd 6:00-8:00 PM
Have you recently reviewed your facility's Emergency Plans? Join Health Consultant Judy Patterson and Quality Coach Michaelle Book to take a look through Emergency Preparedness, the components of an emergency plan, and identifying hazards and risks that affect your program.
To register for this event and receive PD credit, just send your name and registry ID number to Michaelle Book.
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August 11, 6:30-8:30 PM
In this session, directors and lead teachers will explore ways to help their after school staff broaden their idea of what it means to “plan” activities. Using resources that already exist in their programs, participants will see how one activity, planned intentionally can meet multiple standards. In the process, staff develop a more comprehensive understanding what the learning standards look like in school age. The result will be activities that are more engaging, and that can actually take less time and money to plan and implement. Participants will receive a “sack” Sack of Table Games and Center Activities
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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: Wednesday, August 11, 1:30-2:30 & 7:00-8:00 PM
Excel Basics: Thursday, August 12, 1:30-2:30 & 7:00-8:00 PM
Excel Formulas: Wednesday, August 18, 1:30-2:30 & 7:00-8:00 PM
Basic Computer Skills: Thursday, August 19, 1:30-2:30 & 7:00-8:00 PM
Click here to view the flyer for more information!
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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.
Click here to access the application.
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Free Public Screening from Devereux: NO SMALL MATTER
As part of GLR Week 2021 this week, the Florida Grade-Level Reading Campaign (an initiative of the Florida Children's Council) is hosting a free public screening of No Small Matter beginning today through this Thursday, July 29th.
This film is a powerful documentary that spotlights the importance of early learning, and the importance of supporting the families of young children in your care. It is a film that our team encourages you watch and/or share with everyone you possibly know. We especially encourage you to watch alongside someone who may not be so familiar with the state of early care and education in our nation.
You won't be disappointed. In fact, we are certain you will feel validated, motivated, and empowered. We hope you make the time to give this a watch.
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Truth for Teachers: Letting go instead of trying harder
Ep. 148: Think back to some moments you are most proud of as a teacher. They were most likely times when you were fully present as your most essential self. Those were times when you were authentically YOU. During those moments, you were vulnerable..
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thecornerstoneforteachers.com
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Social-Emotional Learning |
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6 Ideas to Support Students in a Fight, Flight, Freeze...
You can't tell somebody to calm down if their lid is flipped! Our ancestors, the brave cave people, lived lives full of danger. Because of the perils they faced, their brains were in a constant state of alert, and out of necessity, their...
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www.teachingchannel.com
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Kids Who Push to the Front of the Line | Challenging...
Last week I was on a Coaching Call with the Founding Members of the TCB Teachers' Club and one member shared about a child who always wanted to be at the front of the line. Every day, every time. You know what I mean, right?
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www.transformchallengingbeh...
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Meaningful Makeover Series: Family Child Care Learning...
Join us for a special episode of Meaning Makeover: Family Child Care Edition. Watch the Makeover Crew work with family child care providers to provide safe learning environments for mixed-aged groups. Learn to create a culturally and linguistically..
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ESSRIII Funds for School Age
Did you know that school districts across the state (and country) have or will soon be receiving millions of dollars as part of the American Rescue Plan? About 20% of each district’s allocation is for learning recovery, and these funds can be used for after school and summer enrichment programs. Districts are encouraged to reach out to community organizations in their area that are already providing enrichment opportunities for children. This includes school age child care providers.
The Afterschool Alliance has excellent information and resources about how you can access these funds from your school district.
There is even a link that tells you exactly how much money your school district will be receiving through ESSRIII. Districts have until 2024 to use the funds.
Having or cultivating good relationships with your schools and district will put in a stronger position when asking to partner with them to provide after school and enrichment opportunities for children. But if you haven’t started, the time is now! Use the Connecting School with After School guide to help you develop a positive partnership with your school. As you reach out to them, be sure to mention your participation in STARS; this shows your district leadership that you provide high quality learning experiences for children.
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EMPOWER 2021 - PA's Out of School Time Conference
EMPOWER 2021 is Pennsylvania's only out-of-school time conference for both licensed and non-licensed providers, youth development and summer learning staff, community partners, schools, business/industry and advocates.
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Health, Safety, & Wellness |
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Care Plans for Children with Special Needs
As we begin a new school year it is a good time to review all your care plans for children with special needs (including asthma, peanut allergies, diabetes, seizures disorders, cerebral palsy, children who are wearing helmets for shaping, and children who have an IEP or IFSP). All children with a medical diagnosis should have a care plan and it should be updated as the child’s condition changes, or at least yearly. Care plans should be completed by the physician. Having updated care plans provides you with guidance, and all staff involved in the care of the children should review the care plan and have a good understanding of the care that they are required to provide.
Attached you will find a selection of care plan templates. If you need additional assistance, please reach out to our Child Care Health Consultant.
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Lets Talk-AAP COVID-19 Guidance for Safe Schools
Check out Let's Talk-AAP COVID-19 Guidance for Safe Schools by Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics!
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Aerosol Sunscreen Voluntary Recall Statement | Neutrogena
To request a refund, consumers may fill out this form. You may have noticed that specific NEUTROGENA ® aerosol sunscreen products are not available where you shop in the United States. That's because we have made the decision to voluntarily...
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ECELS: Water Safety
The below guidance is considered best practice. Water safety is important for all ages, but especially for toddlers. Drowning is the leading cause of injury death in children 1-4. Young children can drown in as little as an inch or two of water...
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ecels-healthychildcarepa.org
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Creating Daily Routines for Kids | PBS KIDS for Parents
Consistent routines provide comfort and a sense of safety to young children. Here are ideas, charts, and tips for getting into a good daily routine with your...
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Professional Development: Other Trainings |
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7/29 - Honoring Children's Rights in the ECE Classroom
In this webinar we will discuss how honoring and empowering children's rights in early childhood education is crucial to healthy development in the first 5 years of life. We will focus on the core four rights for children as outlined by the...
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wow.himama.com
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7/29 - CLASS® for Beginners: Understanding the CLASS Journey
As the trusted leader in CLASS-driven measurement and mentoring, Teachstone has the proven expertise schools need to nurture better student outcomes, one classroom at a time. With decades of early childhood education research as a foundation, we...
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info.teachstone.com
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8/5 - Integrating Attendance into Kindergarten Transition
- York County providers
FOCUS, an early childhood initiative of United Way of York County, is partnering with Attendance Works to offer a webinar on August 5th at 1pm. Sue Fothergill, Director of Strategic Programming from Attendance Works, will be presenting on Integrating Attendance into Kindergarten Transition. Join us to learn about resources and inspiring examples to help schools, preschools, and community agencies make attendance a priority during transition.
CLICK HERE to register in advance for this webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. If you have any questions or need assistance with the registration process, contact Elizabeth Richard.
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8/7 - AHA Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/AED & First Aid
Capital Area Chapter of PennAEYC presents AHA (American Heart Association) Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/AED & First Aid at CrossPoint Christian ChildCare, Harrisburg, PA.
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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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