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SUMMARY:Healthy Hydration:  Water - It’s A Great Choice!
DESCRIPTION:Cups\, waterbottles\, and tumblers oh my! So many choices for healthy hydration. Which is best for staying hydrated? How much water should I drink? How much water should children drink? \nThis class will discuss all aspects of how the human body needs water for day-to-day survival and plays an essential role in many body functions.  Main topics for this session include key concepts on what types of beverages are best choices for health\, hydration and active children\, understanding healthy choices for containers for water\, and much more. \nResources promoting healthy drink options and stainless steel water cups to use in your childcare setting will be given to all participants. \nSpace is limited! Please notify alexis.ford@cocokids.org if you are no longer able to attend!
URL:https://www.cocokids.org/event/healthy-hydration-water-its-a-great-choice/
LOCATION:CocoKids Learning Institute\, 1035 Detroit Avenue\, Suite 100\, Concord\, CA\, 94518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Training,Recommend to all Child Care Center Staff,Recommended to All Center Directors/Owners,Recommended to All Family Child Care,Recommended to all Family Child Care Providers,Recommended to all TK Educators,Recommended to Exempt Providers,Recommended to Parents and Caregivers,Seminars,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexis Ford%2C Quality Improvement Services Coordinator":MAILTO:alexis.ford@cocokids.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240507T190000
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SUMMARY:Talking about Race in Early Childhood
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tandem\, Partners in Early Learning \nIn this interactive workshop\, we will discuss the ways that a colorblind approach fails to advance racial equity\, and explore two alternative methods that support early childhood educators in leading age-appropriate discussions about race with young children. \nRegister Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtdeGupz4jE9IxrPvQAEXck6MrQbe4lnNE#/registration
URL:https://www.cocokids.org/event/talking-about-race-in-early-childhood/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, CA\, 94519\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Exempt Providers,Free Training,Parents Welcome,Recommend to all Child Care Center Staff,Recommended to All Center Directors/Owners,Recommended to All Family Child Care,Recommended to all Family Child Care Providers,Recommended to all TK Educators,Recommended to Exempt Providers,Recommended to Parents,Recommended to Parents and Caregivers,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexis Ford%2C Quality Improvement Services Coordinator":MAILTO:alexis.ford@cocokids.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240507T210000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Talks
DESCRIPTION:The Bay Area Professional Child Care Network: Supporting Family Child Care presents “Tuesday Talks” \nTuesday TALKS it is a support group for Family Child Care providers in the Bay Area. Come to share ideas\, ask questions\, and build community with your fellow providers! \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqc-uhrDsoH9FCs7RGfvuPtg1AgSpSKnxa#/registration \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.cocokids.org/event/tuesday-talks-5/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, CA\, 94519\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Training,Recommend to all Child Care Center Staff,Recommended to All Center Directors/Owners,Recommended to All Family Child Care,Recommended to all Family Child Care Providers,Recommended to Exempt Providers,Recommended to Parents and Caregivers,Seminars,Support Groups,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexis Ford%2C Quality Improvement Services Coordinator":MAILTO:alexis.ford@cocokids.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T040408
CREATED:20240305T175320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T190553Z
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SUMMARY:S.E.L.F Wellness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Breathe for Playfulness\nWould you like to connect with others in the ECE community through mindful movement and connection? Would you also like to Social Emotional strategies to help the children in your program stay regulated and engaged?\nYou’re invited to join us for a Social Emotional Learning Focused (or S.E.L.F) Wellness Workshop!\nThis workshop aims to help early childhood educators learn how to incorporate mindfulness and playfulness into their daily lives. The lesson plan includes a variety of activities that will help educators relax\, connect with each other\, and focus on their goals.\nNote: This training is in person and we will be standing\, sitting\, and doing a variety of mindful movements. SPACE IS LIMITED! If you have an exercise mat please bring it with you.
URL:https://www.cocokids.org/event/s-e-l-f-wellness-workshop/
LOCATION:CocoKids Learning Institute\, 1035 Detroit Avenue\, Suite 100\, Concord\, CA\, 94518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Training,Recommend to all Child Care Center Staff,Recommended to All Center Directors/Owners,Recommended to All Family Child Care,Recommended to all Family Child Care Providers,Support Groups,Training,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexis Ford%2C Quality Improvement Services Coordinator":MAILTO:alexis.ford@cocokids.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T183000
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SUMMARY:Empowering Children Through Co-Regulation: Tools for Supporting Big Feelings Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Early care providers play a pivotal role in helping children navigate the ups and downs of their big feelings. We’ll explore practical strategies and tools for understanding and fostering co-regulation skills in young children. We’ll engage in self-reflection and analyze our own thoughts\, feelings\, and actions as a way of shifting our mindset about challenging behaviors. From establishing safe and supportive environments to implementing soothing techniques\, participants will gain valuable insights into promoting emotional resilience and self-regulation in early childhood settings. \nThis is a 2-part series. We will then reconvene on June 12th to dive deeper and reflect on your experiences. Come ready to learn from each other and build a network of support. \nRegister Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqf-muqTIiHNy0HEKRzOVRBi-9lFYeF9eH
URL:https://www.cocokids.org/event/empowering-children-through-co-regulation-tools-for-supporting-big-feelings-part-1/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, CA\, 94519\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Training,Inclusion,Parents Welcome,Recommend to all Child Care Center Staff,Recommended to All Center Directors/Owners,Recommended to All Family Child Care,Recommended to all Family Child Care Providers,Recommended to all TK Educators,Recommended to Exempt Providers,Recommended to Parents,Recommended to Parents and Caregivers,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexis Ford%2C Quality Improvement Services Coordinator":MAILTO:alexis.ford@cocokids.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T040408
CREATED:20240411T185422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T185422Z
UID:10000504-1715886000-1715893200@www.cocokids.org
SUMMARY:Grupo de Apoyo para Proveedoras Hispanas
DESCRIPTION:El grupo de suporte para proveedoras en español será en Zoom. Durante esta reunión hablaremos de los diferentes tipos de programas que tenemos paras apoyarlas como proveedoras. Únase para conectarse con otras proveedoras y aprender como CocoKids está aquí para apoyarlas. \nRegistrarse Aquí:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpfumsqj8vEtAJ-oApUtd7lbtNh9IPNCt-
URL:https://www.cocokids.org/event/grupo-de-apoyo-para-proveedoras-hispanas-5/2024-05-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, CA\, 94519\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Exempt Providers,Free Training,Offered in Spanish,Recommended to All Family Child Care,Recommended to all Family Child Care Providers,Recommended to Exempt Providers,Support Groups,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexis Ford%2C Quality Improvement Services Coordinator":MAILTO:alexis.ford@cocokids.org
GEO:36.778261;-119.4179324
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T040408
CREATED:20231215T210905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T172720Z
UID:10000490-1716489000-1716496200@www.cocokids.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Family Child Care: Contracts and Policies
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Maria Cruz CocoKids Child Care Business Coordinator and Alexis Ford Child Care Workforce Development Coordinator \nBegin to establish trust. clarity and positive communication with families through your contract and parent handbook. Build your professional relationship with clients by creating a contract that creates clarity with families. Create a family handbook that supports both your business and the clients you serve. Set the tone for a positive communication with families by learning benefit-focused language to educate your families on how you run your program and why. \nThis workshop is 1 of 4 in a series of Foundations of Family Child Care. Providers are welcome to join at any point in the series and strongly encouraged to join for all 4 workshops.  \nRegister Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vfuCsrDMrHNNBoC5Hfsyqh_hv8hzLFqOi
URL:https://www.cocokids.org/event/foundations-of-family-child-care-contracts-and-policies/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, CA\, 94519\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Training,Recommended to All Family Child Care,Recommended to all Family Child Care Providers,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexis Ford%2C Quality Improvement Services Coordinator":MAILTO:alexis.ford@cocokids.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T040408
CREATED:20230801T231641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T231641Z
UID:10000468-1716922800-1716928200@www.cocokids.org
SUMMARY:Discusiones Raciales en La Primera Infancia
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tandem\, Partners in Early Learning \nEn este taller interactivo\, discutiremos las formas en que un enfoque que no hable de distinciones raciales falla en promover la equidad\, y exploramos dos alternativas que pueden ayudarnos a guiar discusiones apropiadas sobre las diferencias raciales y la justicia racial con niñes pequeñes. \nRegistrar aquí: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErc-Gvrz0sEtLQL7VXmmxn9gBXVbw-VG9_#/registration
URL:https://www.cocokids.org/event/discusiones-raciales-en-la-primera-infancia/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, CA\, 94519\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Exempt Providers,Free Training,Parents Welcome,Recommend to all Child Care Center Staff,Recommended to All Center Directors/Owners,Recommended to All Family Child Care,Recommended to all Family Child Care Providers,Recommended to all TK Educators,Recommended to Exempt Providers,Recommended to Parents,Recommended to Parents and Caregivers,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexis Ford%2C Quality Improvement Services Coordinator":MAILTO:alexis.ford@cocokids.org
GEO:36.778261;-119.4179324
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T040408
CREATED:20240508T190353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T190513Z
UID:10000511-1717007400-1717012800@www.cocokids.org
SUMMARY:Your Voice Matters! Share Your Ideas About Increasing Pay for the ECE Workforce!
DESCRIPTION:First 5 Contra Costa is holding virtual Focus Groups about an ECE Compensation Enhancement Pilot Program. In this focus group\, you can share your experiences working in this field and discuss ideas for extra financial support for ECE professionals. \nWho:\nEarly care and education providers who operate in licensed Family Child Care Homes (FCCs) and Center-based settings in Contra Costa County \nTime & Incentive:\nParticipate in a 90-minute conversation with our partner\, Clarity Social Research. Sessions will be in Spanish and English\, with other language interpretation available. In thanks for your time\, you will receive a $75 electronic gift card.\n\nWhen:\nFCC Providers Meeting: May 29\, 6:30-8:00 pm \nCenter Providers: May 30\, 6:30-8:00 pm \nRegister Here: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7827291/First5CompensationEnhancement
URL:https://www.cocokids.org/event/your-voice-matters-share-your-ideas-about-increasing-pay-for-the-ece-workforce/2024-05-29/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, CA\, 94519\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Training,Recommend to all Child Care Center Staff,Recommended to All Center Directors/Owners,Recommended to All Family Child Care,Recommended to all Family Child Care Providers,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T040408
CREATED:20240508T190353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T190513Z
UID:10000512-1717093800-1717099200@www.cocokids.org
SUMMARY:Your Voice Matters! Share Your Ideas About Increasing Pay for the ECE Workforce!
DESCRIPTION:First 5 Contra Costa is holding virtual Focus Groups about an ECE Compensation Enhancement Pilot Program. In this focus group\, you can share your experiences working in this field and discuss ideas for extra financial support for ECE professionals. \nWho:\nEarly care and education providers who operate in licensed Family Child Care Homes (FCCs) and Center-based settings in Contra Costa County \nTime & Incentive:\nParticipate in a 90-minute conversation with our partner\, Clarity Social Research. Sessions will be in Spanish and English\, with other language interpretation available. In thanks for your time\, you will receive a $75 electronic gift card.\n\nWhen:\nFCC Providers Meeting: May 29\, 6:30-8:00 pm \nCenter Providers: May 30\, 6:30-8:00 pm \nRegister Here: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7827291/First5CompensationEnhancement
URL:https://www.cocokids.org/event/your-voice-matters-share-your-ideas-about-increasing-pay-for-the-ece-workforce/2024-05-30/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, CA\, 94519\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Training,Recommend to all Child Care Center Staff,Recommended to All Center Directors/Owners,Recommended to All Family Child Care,Recommended to all Family Child Care Providers,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T213000
DTSTAMP:20260606T040408
CREATED:20240311T214435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T204423Z
UID:10000328-1717093800-1717104600@www.cocokids.org
SUMMARY:Mandated Reporter Trainings
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Cristina Hickey\, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County \nThe Child Abuse Prevention Council provides classes for community educators and professional groups on Mandated Reporting. We will discuss the issues of child abuse and the legal responsibilities of California’s mandated reporters. All child care providers are encouraged to attend. There will not be a test at the end of the class. Everyone working with children are Mandated Reporters! \nNote: This class is for the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training. This training is the updated curriculum and it has been approved by Community Care Licensing. This is for Contra Costa County and Alameda County providers/preschool teachers only. \nPlease one person per registration. If you have more staff joining the training\, they will have to sign up and join individually to receive a certificate. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsf–rpjsjE9d4nqNUkkTy2U4ejw65QnSR
URL:https://www.cocokids.org/event/mandated-reporter-trainings-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, CA\, 94519\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Exempt Providers,Free Training,Parents Welcome,Recommend to all Child Care Center Staff,Recommended to All Center Directors/Owners,Recommended to All Family Child Care,Recommended to all Family Child Care Providers,Recommended to Exempt Providers,Recommended to Parents,Recommended to Parents and Caregivers,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexis Ford%2C Quality Improvement Services Coordinator":MAILTO:alexis.ford@cocokids.org
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