In-Person (Rock Office)Instructor: Darlene HumphriesNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Environment & CurriculumIn this learning event, participants will embark on a journey exploring the importance of reading aloud in their classrooms. They will dive into the six essential reading and comprehension skills. With newly gained knowledge, they are able to modify activities to use with a […]
In-Person (Rock Office)Instructor: Kelsie PorterNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Environment & CurriculumApplicable NV Pre-K Standards and ECERS items will be discussed. We will go over why it’s important to build vocabulary in ECE settings through information on child development and the word gap study. We will also go over strategies for using words and practice […]
**REMINDER PLEASE CHECK YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL FOR ZOOM LINK **Instructor: Amber DuncanNevada Registry Approved: 1.5 HoursCKA: Positive Interactions and GuidanceThis session provides an overview of Nevada’s State Policy on Early Childhood Expulsion and Suspension. We will review how the QRIS and Pyramid Model Programs align to support providers in finding strategies to decrease challenging behaviors […]
In-PersonInstructor: Hannah WestNevada Registry Approved: 1.5 HoursCKA: Positive Interactions & GuidanceParticipants will reinforce their knowledge of early brain development and the science behind the national Vroom initiative. Participants will also develop a deeper understanding of how brain-building basics strategies of Vroom are essential to a child's healthy brain development and can be embedded in their […]
In-PersonInstructor: Janna MasonNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Family & Community RelationshipsAs early childhood programs make the shift from teacher-directed programming to child-centered curriculum it can be challenging to help families understand that their children are still learning – even without dittos! Join the discussion and gain some new ideas for how to make learning visible […]
In-PersonInstructor: Janna MasonNevada Registry Approved: 1.5 HoursCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentParticipants will learn what executive function is and what it looks like in children. They will explore different strategies to supporting executive function growth and walk away with techniques to enhance these skills through activities and games.Training Objectives:1 . By the end of this session, […]
In-PersonInstructor: Janna MasonNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Positive Interactions & GuidanceMany emotions arise when temper tantrums take hold. In this training, we will embark on an expedition to navigate through a jungle of different territories related to handling temper tantrums. We will learn practical strategies and navigate reactions to find the calm again.Training Objectives:1 . […]
In PersonInstructor: Hannah WestNevada Registry Approved: 1.5 HoursCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentParticipants will reinforce their knowledge of early brain development during the toddler years while developing a deeper understanding of how to utilize Vroom's content to strengthen their brain building strategies during this crucial developmental time.Training Objectives:1 . By the end of this session, learners […]
In PersonInstructor: Janna RightmireNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Environment & CurriculumParticipants will learn strategies to engage children in communication. Participants will learn language and literacy activities and strategies to increase communication skills with children. Strategies will also be shared around using books to increase language development.Training Objectives:1 . Participants will practice expansion with a partner […]
In PersonInstructor: Kyleigh AbittanNevada Registry Approved: 1 HourCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentChildcare centers will learn about Early intervention Services, the model they use, and early intervention providers' expectations of the teachers when in the classroom.Training Objectives:1 . By the end of this session, learners will summarize why implementing a coaching model in childcares is impactful […]
In PersonInstructor: Janna RightmireNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentWe will review how developmentally appropriate practices support infants and toddlers. We will explore best practices for caring for infants and toddlers and the importance the caregiver relationship has on development and learning. Participants will identify appropriate materials to have accessible in their classroom […]
In PersonInstructor: Kyleigh AbittanNevada Registry Approved: 1 HourCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentParticipants will learn the importance of early intervention services, how to identify concerns in childhood development, and learn of new resources to help monitor childhood development.Training Objectives:1 . By the end of this session, learners will summarize why Early Intervention Services are important for […]
