September 29, 2026

Positive Interaction

Turn Tough Moments into Teaching Moments

October 6, 2026

First Aid CPR

Be Ready to Respond When It Matters Most

October 13, 2026

Engineering in the Classroom (STEM)

Little Builders, Big Ideas

October 22, 2026

C.A.R.E. – Director’s Forum October 2026

Save the date for our next C.A.R.E. Directors Forum: Professional Development and Credentialing Pathways, Building Careers, Not Just Filling Positions, on Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Smart Start of Forsyth County. 

October 27, 2026

Art in the Classroom (STEM)

Unlock Creativity Beyond the Coloring Page

November 3, 2026

Science in the Classroom (STEM)

Curiosity, Discovery, and Hands-On Wonder

November 10, 2026

Math in the Classroom (STEM)

Counting on Everyday Moments to Teach Math

November 17, 2026

Outdoor Play and Learning Environment

Keep Playgrounds, Safe, Fun, and Code-Compliant

December 8, 2026

F.E.L. – Supporting Family Engagement Events

Planning, implementing, and evaluating family-centered events and activities that strengthen community connections and celebrate family strengths

December 8, 2026

FLIP IT

Four Steps to Center Classrooms

December 17, 2026

C.A.R.E. – Director’s Forum December 2026

Save the date for our next C.A.R.E. Director's Forum: Compensation, Benefits and Financial Sustainability, Paying What They're Worth, on Thursday, December 17, 2026 from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Smart Start of Forsyth County.

December 29, 2026

ECERS 3 Overview

See Your Classroom Through an Assessor's Eyes

January 5, 2027

Stress Management and Burnout

Recharge Before You Run on Empty

January 12, 2027

Safe Handling for Child and Early Educator Well-being

Protect Little Bodies — and Your Own

January 19, 2027

ITERS 3 Overview

Boost Your Infant & Toddler Environment Score​

January 26, 2027

Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases

Stop Germs Before They Spread

February 16, 2027

Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid

Be Ready to Respond When It Matters Most

February 25, 2027

C.A.R.E. – Director’s Forum February 2027

Save the date for our next C.A.R.E. Director's Forum: Technology and Innovation in Program Operations, Working Smarter, on Thursday, February 25, 2027 from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Smart Start of Forsyth County.

February 25, 2027

Autism in Early Childhood

Early Signs, Early Support

March 2, 2027

Outdoor Play and Learning Environment

Keep Playgrounds Safe, Fun, and Code-Compliant

March 16, 2027

ITS SIDS

Safe Sleep Saves Lives

March 30, 2027

Emergency Preparedness & Response

Ready for the Unexpected

April 6, 2027

How to Deal with Child Traumatic Stress

Recognizing the Pain Behind the Behavior

April 13, 2027

Nutrition

Feeding Curiosity, One Bite at a Time

April 22, 2027

C.A.R.E. – Director’s Forum April 2027

Save the date for our next C.A.R.E. Director's Forum: Educator Wellness and Preventing Burnout, Sustaining the Sustainers, on Thursday, April 22, 2027 from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Smart Start of Forsyth County.

April 27, 2027

Medication Administration

Getting the Six Rights, Every Time

May 11, 2027

Active Supervision

Watchful Eyes, Safer Spaces

May 18, 2027

Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid

Be Ready to Respond When It Matters Most​

May 25, 2027

ITS SIDS

Safe Sleep Saves Lives

June 1, 2027

Positive Interaction

Turn Tough Moments Into Teaching Moments​

June 8, 2027

Stay Healthy, Stay Clean

Master the Habits That Keep Illness Out

June 22, 2027

Allergies and Anaphylaxis

Recognize It, React Fast, Save a Life

June 24, 2027

C.A.R.E. – Director’s Forum June 2027

Save the date for our final C.A.R.E. Director's Forum of the fiscal year: State of the Field, Policy, Funding and Network Wrap-Up, What's Next for FY27-28, on Thursday, June 24, 2027 from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Smart Start of Forsyth County.