Observations and Assessments
This training highlights the essential role of observation and assessment in supporting early childhood development. It outlines key objectives such as understanding different observation methods, documenting and analyzing findings, and applying assessment data to guide instruction. The presentation covers formative and summative assessments, emphasizes ethical considerations like confidentiality and cultural sensitivity, and encourages reflective documentation.
How to Deal with Child Traumatic Stress
Early childhood trauma refers to traumatic events occurring between birth and age six. Since young children may not verbalize their experiences and react differently from older children, people often assume they’re unaffected. However, research shows young children can be deeply impacted by threats to their safety or that of caregivers. Symptoms are well documented, and trauma may result from intentional violence, including physical or sexual abuse.
F.E.L. – Influencing Policies that Matter
Understanding how policies affect families and learning strategies to participate in policy discussions and advocacy efforts at local and state levels.
F.E.L. – Strengthening Pathways to Success
Reinforcing the connection between family engagement practices and improved outcomes for children's academic, social, and emotional development.
F.E.L. – Daily Actions that Build Protective Factors
Implementing everyday practices and routines that strengthen family resilience and create positive outcomes for children.
F.E.L. – Supporting Family Engagement Events
Planning, implementing, and evaluating family-centered events and activities that strengthen community connections and celebrate family strengths