Stewards of Children is the only evidence-informed, third-party evaluated child sexual abuse prevention training of its kind, and is nationally available in both English and Spanish. It can be taken online, or through a facilitator-led group session. I am a Darkness to Light authorized facilitator of this program, and I believe this training would benefit your staff, volunteers, and community. It can be administered to community members, schools, sports leagues, faith centers, youth serving organizations, and state agencies – basically to…

Trauma and Resiliency in the Infant/Toddler Care Setting With Jenny Vial – RfR Trainer and CCR&R Director Tuesday, May 7th, 2019 6:00-8:00pm 2.0 CHCs total Cost: FREE! Child care and food provided, please indicate on the registration form if you need child care. Resilient teachers equal resilient children. Come learn about Reconnect for Resiliency (RfR) and the positive impact it can have on you and your classroom. This training will introduce basic strategies for helping you to deescalate your own stress…

Emergency Preparedness & Response Please note: This is NOT the training required for the Health & Safety trainings. This training is required for one designated staff member per site and pertains to the site EPR plan. Presenter: Chrissy Wolfe, MAHEC Wednesday, May 8, 2019, 9:00am-11:00am AND Wednesday, May 15, 2019, 9:00am-11:00am *You must attend both days & complete the assigned homework* 5.0 CHCs total Cost:  $20.00 The NC Child Care Commission approved new rules that went into effect on July 1, 2015. …

This workshop will address the North Carolina Child Care Licensing regulation related to care of an infant (12 months or younger) in a center or home. Included will be an overview of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and procedures that need to be consistently practiced that will reduce the likelihood of SIDS occurring in child care programs. Chrissy Wolfe, Health Consultant, MAHEC Tuesday, May 14, 2019 6:15pm – 7:45pm @ Buncombe Partnership for Children, 2229 Riverside Drive $7.50 1.5 CHCs…

Frustated with classroom management? Curious about Conscious Discipline? Come to this brief yet informative overview! We will look at the whys behind behavior and how we can use them as teachable moments throughout the day. We will also learn more about how the school family can help our children succeed, and the seven powers we can use to get us there. For more information about Conscious Discipline, click here.    Presented by Natalie Cowal, NC PreK teacher for Eliada Child…

  Spikes in behavior management challenges typically occur during circle time, which leads to a stressful impact on  our days as educators--but why do we do it? You may be surprised to learn that there is no licensing rule requiring daily circle time, though there is research to show that building community and relationships in early learning settings is a crucial first step to support children as they grow and learn. This training aims to review developmental benchmarks in young…

Playground Safety This workshop will satisfy the current playground safety course requirement.  Four specific areas will be addressed:  Playground safety hazards, playground supervision, maintenance and general upkeep of the outdoor area, and developmentally appropriate equipment. The last hour of the workshop will include an outdoor visit to the playground SO PLEASE DRESS APPROPRIATELY. Anya Robyak – Early Childhood Program Consultant, BPFC **Located at Asheville Primary School. Please allow yourself plenty of time to arrive, find parking, and navigate to the classroom…