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September 2025
What AI Is – and Isn’t – for Early Childhood Educators – On-Demand
Registration deadline is Friday, September 26, 2025, at 3:00 pm. Starting September 2, 2025, through September 30, 2025, you can watch the training and take the quiz at a time that fits into your schedule. THIS TRAINING MUST BE COMPLETED BY- September 30th at 4:30 pm. This introductory session helps early childhood educators understand what artificial intelligence (AI) is—and isn’t—within the context of developmentally appropriate practice. Participants will explore how AI affects learning, relationships, and equity, especially for young children…
Find out more »September 2025- Working with Families of Young Children with IEPs Community of Practice (CoP) – Virtual Meeting
This is an opportunity for educators to come together and share ideas on how to support families of young children with disabilities. We share resources and offer support to one another. This CoP is intended for educators who work with families who have children ages 3-5 with disabilities. Note: Approximately three weeks before the CoP meeting, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of…
Find out more »Foundations for the Future: Preschool Childhood Development Uncovered for ECSE and Blended Preschool Teachers – Live Webinar
Understanding child development is essential for creating an inclusive and supportive early learning environment. This session explores key developmental milestones in young children, with a focus on how to foster growth across cognitive, social-emotional, language, and motor domains. Participants will learn practical strategies to support diverse learners, including children with disabilities, dual language learners, and those with varying learning needs. Through engaging discussions and real-world examples, preschool teachers will gain tools to create developmentally appropriate and inclusive practices that support…
Find out more »Words, Wiggles, and Wonder: Supporting SEL, Language, and Literacy While Managing Big Behaviors – In Person
Challenging behaviors in young children are often linked to difficulties in social-emotional development and communication. This interactive workshop will explore how early language and literacy skills can serve as powerful tools to support self-regulation, social interactions, and positive behavior. Participants will learn practical strategies to foster social-emotional growth and communication skills in all young learners, including those with disabilities. Through real-world examples, hands-on activities, and evidence-based practices, educators will gain tools to create inclusive, supportive environments that reduce challenging behaviors…
Find out more »Support Group Meeting – Live Webinar
This webinar will offer family members an overview of early childhood services and supports that are required to be provided by a school district as well as a question and answer session. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session. Â Presenter(s): Linda Prewitt, Public Policy and Education Liaison Webinar Date:Â Thursday, September 25, 2025 Webinar…
Find out more »October 2025
AI in Practice: Tools, Teaching, and Tiny Humans (Recommended prerequisite: What AI Is) – On-Demand
Registration deadline is October 29, 2025, at 3:00 pm. Starting October 1, 2025, through October 31, 2025, you can watch the training and take the quiz at a time that fits into your schedule. THIS TRAINING MUST BE COMPLETED BY October 31st at 4:30 pm. This session brings AI to life in early childhood classrooms through real-world educator examples and Gemini demonstrations. Participants will learn how to use AI to create visual schedules, generate social stories, and support inclusive communication…
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