Smart Start of Forsyth County Training Expectations
We encourage all participants to make an effort to adhere to the training expectations outlined below:
- Each Participant must pre-register for each training to attend.
- Admittance will not be allowed after the first 10 minutes of class.
- Kindness and respect for one another and the presenter are expected.
- Only participants who have pre-registered for trainings will be issued a Training Certificate of Completion.
- All participants must log into Zoom with their cameras turned on (members of groups on one device must be visible) to receive credit for attendance.
- Cameras must remain on during the training, if you must step away, please post in chat to inform the presenter.
- Please type your name, position/title, and name of childcare facility in the chat box (this will also be utilized as a sign in at the beginning and end of each training).
- Participants’ interaction and participation with the presenter will be greatly appreciated.
- Complete the required pre-survey (with demographic info).*
- Each training participant must complete the training evaluation with the post-questionnaire (this will help SSFC determine the effectiveness of the training and inform decisions for future trainings).*
Upcoming Trainings:
Engaging Fathers on the Head Start and MALE models
ECERS
Learn what assessors are looking for in the classrooms learning environment as well as teacher-child Interactions that impact the quality of the early childhood learning environment. Also, discuss practices that will help increase your scores.
Dave and Busters Trick-or-Treat MALE Event with Fathers, Father Figures, and Children
Art in The Classroom
Learn what assessors are looking for in the classrooms learning environment as well as teacher-child Interactions that impact the quality of the early childhood learning environment. Also, discuss practices that will help increase your scores.
Literacy in the Classroom
The literacy standards specified within the Foundation Blocks for Early Learning include oral expression, vocabulary, phonemic awareness, early knowledge, and word recognition, print and book awareness, and written expression. These are skills that should be introduced at all ages. Teachers should provide literacy experiences for children during every part of the day. Join us and learn...
Smart Table Talk: Convening Men in Early Childhood Education
ITS SIDS
Adults providing care for infants, 12 months or younger, are required to be trained in Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Risk Reduction Practices. The Infant/Toddler Safe Sleep and SIDS Risk Reduction in Child Care (ITS-SIDS) is an approved training that provides an understanding of how to implement safe sleep practices.
M.A.L.E. Meeting
This Month: Engaging fathers at childcare centers and discuss the importance of early education
Family Engagement Leadership
This program is to support parents of young children in Forsyth County by providing them with tools for success and a network for support. Parents and caregivers will gain confidence by building from their experiences to enhance the community. Free for families with children 0-5
SSFC Educator Trainings
Effective Family Engagement - Join our workshop exploring how meaningful family engagement transforms early childhood outcomes. Learn practical tools for authentic family partnerships that strengthen NC's early childhood system.
The Art of Communication
This event is to develop good communication skills within our youth so they may thrive in a fast paced society. For ages 13-18.
SSFC Educator Trainings
Teachers can learn positive reinforcement techniques to get children to exhibit appropriate behaviors, such as using positive phrasing, offering choices, presenting problem-solving opportunities, and creating an environment conducive to the behaviors children are expected to exhibit.