Events

This session will enhance provider capacity for having difficult conversations in an equitable, strengths-based and relationship-centered manner . Date: Tuesday May 13th Time: 11AM - 1PM Class will be held online via zoom.   @public

This training will provide an orientation on Principles of Child Development, Strengthening Families Protective Factors and the ASQ-3 screening tools for child care providers as they prepare to on board and implement developmental screenings in partnership with parents. Dates: Tuesday May 13th Time: 1PM - 3PM Class will be held online via zoom.

Discover what process art truly means and how to inspire young minds to create and learn through creative expression. Date: Tuesday May 13th Time: 1:30PM - 3:30PM Class will be held online via zoom.   @Public

To inspire and support providers to develop and sustain a classroom culture and curriculum through an Anti-Bias Lens (environment, toys, books, art, circle/meeting topics, etc.). Date: Tuesday May 13th. Time: 6PM - 8PM Class will be held online via zoom.   @Public

Are you a home childcare provider looking to join a sponsor? Are you a home childcare provider looking for ways to offer nutritious meals while keeping costs manageable? The City of Seattle’s Child Care Nutrition program provides financial reimbursement and support to help you serve healthy meals and snacks to the children in your care. …

Understanding childhood trauma and the importance of the lasting impact on a child’s life, including their emotional well-being, mental health, and academic experiences at school. Date: Wednesday May 14th Time: 10AM - 12PM STARS Hours: 2 Class will be held online via zoom.   @Public

This training will provide an orientation on Principles of Child Development, Strengthening Families Protective Factors and the ASQ social emotional screening tools for child care providers as they prepare to on board and implement developmental screenings in partnership with parents. Dates: Wednesday May 14th Time: 1PM - 3PM Class will be held online via zoom. …

We will examine the need for positive communication between parents and staff. Emphasis is placed on positive listening and speaking skills when interacting with parents in the child care environment. Date: Wednesday May 14th Time: 1PM - 3PM STARS Hours: 2 Class will be held online via zoom.   @Public

Explore foundational components of 'Self Determination Theory'. Reflect on effective ways to motivate children while respecting their phycological needs. Date: Tuesday May 14th Time: 5PM-7PM STARS: 2 Registration Link: https://www.brightspark.org/product-category/pd-classes-spring-2025/   @Public  

Mirrors, windows and sliding doors is a metaphor that can be used to refer to the need for children to find themselves reflected in books; for books to provide an opening into worlds beyond their own experience; and for reading to provide an opportunity for children to journey into the world and experience all it …

Inclusive Classrooms require accommodations to meet children’s individual needs. This training will address the difference between equity and the idea of fairness, and how to provide accommodations for a variety of different complex needs. Date: Wednesday May 14th Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM STARS Hours: 2 Class will be held online via zoom.   @Public