Enhanced Focus: Recreation & Life Skills Through Play – Build confidence, patience, and healthy competition skills while strengthening father-child bonds through engaging recreational activities that promote teamwork and communication.
Enhanced Focus: Casual Connection & Peer Support – Foster authentic relationships and peer mentorship in a relaxed setting where fathers and children can enjoy quality time while building lasting friendships and support networks within the MALE community.
Enhanced Focus: Leadership Development & Program Ownership – Establish and train a dynamic Parent Committee/Policy Council that gives fathers meaningful voice and decision-making power in program direction, policies, and community impact initiatives.
Enhanced Focus: Father-Child Wellness & Bonding Experience – Create meaningful connections through structured activities that promote emotional wellness, communication skills, and healthy relationship building between fathers and children in a supportive peer environment.
Enhanced Focus: Early Childhood Education Advocacy – Equip fathers with knowledge and tools to actively engage in Head Start programming and early childhood development initiatives. Strengthen father-child relationships through understanding developmental milestones and effective parenting strategies.
Enhanced Focus: School Partnership Launch & Family Welcome – Bridge home and school connections by introducing MALE cohort members to the educational community. Foster meaningful relationships between fathers and educators while enjoying “Coffee & Muffins 4 Mom/Donuts 4 Dads” in a welcoming atmosphere that encourages ongoing school involvement.
Enhanced Focus: Professional Development Workshop – Empower fathers with essential workforce readiness skills through interactive resume building, interview preparation, and career pathway guidance. Participants will leave with professionally formatted resumes and actionable strategies for career advancement.
This comprehensive workshop is designed to meet CCDF training requirements while equipping child care providers with essential knowledge and practical skills to maintain safe, healthy environments for children. Whether you’re a new provider or renewing your certification, this interactive session will help you build confidence in managing daily health and safety challenges while ensuring compliance with state regulations.