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).*
Policy Availability Statement:
Upcoming Trainings:
Literacy in the Classroom
The literacy standards specified within the Foundation Blocks for Early Learning include oral expression, vocabulary, phonemic awareness, early knowledge, word recognition, print and book awareness, and written expression. These skills should be introduced at all ages. Teachers should provide literacy experiences for children during every part of the day. Join us and learn how to...
Music in the Classroom
The most important reason to provide high-quality musical environments for young children is that this is a critical period for growth in their musical skills and understanding, as it is for other aspects of learning, and children should have the opportunity to develop all their potential skills and talents. Join us and learn about ways...
F.E.L. – Expanding Social Connections
Strategies for building meaningful relationships, accessing community resources, and fostering peer support networks that enhance family well-being.
How to Deal with Child Traumatic Stress
Early childhood trauma affects children ages 0-6. Despite assumptions that young age protects from trauma, research shows infants and toddlers are deeply affected by threatening events, even if they can’t verbalize reactions. Trauma sources include intentional violence (abuse, domestic violence), natural disasters, accidents, war, painful medical procedures, or sudden caregiver loss (including separation, not just...
M.A.L.E. – 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.
Art in the Classroom
Learn about the difference between teacher-generated and child-generated art, how to incorporate 3D Art with all age groups in your classroom, and how to improve creativity in the learning environment. Â Register Here!
Dental
Poor Oral Health can have a detrimental effect on children’s quality of life, their performance at school, and their success later in life. Help Toddlers learn healthy habits for life with the recommendations and general guidelines through this interactive training.  Register here!
M.A.L.E.
Enhanced Focus: Educational Partnership & Child Development Advocacy - Partner with Winston-Salem State University to deepen fathers' understanding of early childhood education's critical importance. Provide tools and resources to become effective advocates for quality childcare and educational opportunities.
F.E.L. – The Parent’s Role
Empowering parents to become effective advocates for their children's needs in educational, healthcare, and community settings.
Autism in Early Childhood
In this training, participants will increase their knowledge of the early signs and detection of autism in young children, be able to name supportive ways to share concerns with caregivers, identify resources that support and can assist young children with autism in the ECE setting, and explore developmentally appropriate activities and inclusion practices for young...
Playground Safety
This training addresses playground safety hazards, playground supervision, maintenance and general upkeep of the outdoor learning environment, and age and developmentally appropriate playground materials and equipment. Â Register Here!
Stay Healthy, Stay Clean
Participants will receive handwashing, diapering, toileting, and sanitation procedures as they are performed multiple times daily. While an early educator may believe they already know how to wash hands properly, diaper children, assist with toileting, and clean, this training can help improve or refine their behavior to keep themselves and children healthy. Reviewing proper techniques...
