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SUMMARY:Building Resilience in Young Children
DESCRIPTION:Building Resilience in Young Children: During this training\, participants will explore how resilience helps children navigate difficult and traumatic experiences. We will focus on the role of the early learning professional in developing a program that promotes resilience and discuss appropriate strategies to help children build resilience. \n\nIdentifies causes of stress and trauma\, and assesses children’s resiliency\nFollows a variety of positive direct and indirect guidance methods and avoids negative methods\n\n\nClass Details:\n\nDate: Saturday\, March 7th\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nLocation: Virtual | Zoom\nInstructor: Sandra Gallagher\nCost: $30.00\nCredits: 3\nLanguage: English\nCore Competences: 1.5 Interactions & 1.5 Health\, Safety & Nutrition\n\nImportant Notes: The Zoom link will be sent 1-2 days before the training to the email address used to register.\nSpaces are limited—reserve your spot today by clicking PD Ticket now!\n@public \nPD Ticket
URL:https://community-minded.org/event/building-resilience-in-young-children/
LOCATION:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Aware of Eastern Washington":MAILTO:ProfessionalDevelopment@community-minded.org
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Opening Doors: Family and Teacher Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Through this in-person introductory learning experience\, early learning professionals\, parents\, and caregivers will learn together: \nAP-OD\, also known as Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors\, Curriculum is grounded in research\, created with and for families\, with children zero to five\, supports diverse families\, and as they build strong relationships and positive outcomes for children.  This unique learning experience brings teachers and families together to explore key aspects of early childhood development and other topics fundamental to building strong relationships and strengthening parental resilience. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for these 10 session-\nSession 1: Introduction of curriculum\, goals\, and objectives. Parents are introduced to the concepts of being their child’s first teacher and the home as their child’s first school. The importance of parent engagement in their child’s education and parental leadership is also discussed. \nSession 2 & 3: Focuses on how parents take on the role of leaders in the home by practicing family values\, establishing good communication\, employing positive discipline\, goal setting\, and achieving a family action plan. \nSession 4: Parents will explore how their child’s language develops. Also\, parents’ critical role in the language development of their children and the advantages of bilingualism will be discussed.\nSession 5: Parents will gain awareness of the importance of reading to their children at an early age. \nSession 6: Parents will learn the importance of balanced nutrition and exercise. They will find out how to promote healthy habits in their home and learn about health programs available in their local community.\nSession 7: Parents will explore ways of taking care of their own mental and emotional well-being\, as well as their child’s well-being.\nSession 8: Parents will understand that choosing a childcare or an early education program is an important decision in their child’s life. Parents will not only learn how to choose a quality preschool in their community\, but also how to communicate with a childcare provider or an early education teacher.\nSession 9: Parents will discuss their rights and responsibilities in the public education system and the process to change policies. Also\, parents will examine the leadership and advocacy skills to solve problems and challenges in a variety of community settings.\nSession 10: A very special celebration where parents will give testimony about what positive changes they are making in their homes\, schools\, and community. Opening Doors will honor each participant with a certificate for their participation\, recognizing their commitment to lead and advocate on behalf of their children.\n\n*Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend all sessions\, although you can attend only those that speak to you the most!\n\nClass Details\n\nSession 1: Thursday\, March 19th @6:00pm – 8:00pm\nSession 2 & 3: Saturday\, March 21st @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 4 & 5: Saturday\, March 28th @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 6: Thursday\, April 16th @6:00pm – 8:00pm\nSession 7 & 8: Saturday\, April 18th @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 9 & 10: Saturday\, April 25th @8:00am – 12:00pm\n\n\nLocation: In-Person: 1923 N 20th Ave\, Pasco\, WA 99301\nCost: Free\nCredits: 20 STARS hours\n\nEarly Learning Professionals: \n\nParents are welcome to attend any of these sessions during the duration of this series.\n\n\n\n\nLanguage: English\n\nImportant Notes: Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today by clicking the PD Ticket now!\nPD Ticket
URL:https://community-minded.org/event/opening-doors-free-workshop-series/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Aware of Eastern Washington":MAILTO:ProfessionalDevelopment@community-minded.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T183000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - From the Inside Out: The Power of Reflection and Self-Awareness\, Parts 1-4 Book Study
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT\nFrom the Inside Out: The Power of Reflection and Self-Awareness\, Parts 1-4 Book Study\nThis is an advanced book discussion class for early childhood administrators. We will explore communication styles and build a stronger support system for our relationship-based work climate\, reducing turnover and helping keep teachers in our field. Having a better understanding of self is the first step! Through thought-provoking questions and engaging exercises\, you will reflect on where you are in your journey toward your priorities\, determine the gap between your current and ideal work environment\, learn to avoid the comparison trap\, and practice strategies to reduce stress and avoid burnout.\nClass Details: *Reading & Zoom classes  required for STARS\n\nDate: \n\nSession1: Wednesday\, March 11th\nSession 2: Wednesday\, March 25th\nSession 3: Wednesday\, April 15th\nSession 4: Wednesday\, April 29th\n\n\nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm\nLocation: Virtual | Zoom\nInstructor: Lorri Hope\nCost: $80.00 includes book\nSTARS Credits: 8 (2 hours per session = 1.5 zoom & 0.5 reading)\nLanguage: English\nCore Competences: 8 Professional Planning & Development\n\nImportant Notes: The Zoom link will be sent 1-2 days before the training to the email address used to register.\nSpaces are limited—reserve your spot today by clicking PD Ticket now!\n@public
URL:https://community-minded.org/event/from-the-inside-out-the-power-of-reflection-and-self-awareness-parts-1-4-book-study/
LOCATION:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Aware of Eastern Washington":MAILTO:ProfessionalDevelopment@community-minded.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260317T180000
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Opening Doors: Family and Teacher Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Through this in-person introductory learning experience\, early learning professionals\, parents\, and caregivers will learn together: \nAP-OD\, also known as Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors\, Curriculum is grounded in research\, created with and for families\, with children zero to five\, supports diverse families\, and as they build strong relationships and positive outcomes for children.  This unique learning experience brings teachers and families together to explore key aspects of early childhood development and other topics fundamental to building strong relationships and strengthening parental resilience. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for these 10 session-\nSession 1: Introduction of curriculum\, goals\, and objectives. Parents are introduced to the concepts of being their child’s first teacher and the home as their child’s first school. The importance of parent engagement in their child’s education and parental leadership is also discussed. \nSession 2 & 3: Focuses on how parents take on the role of leaders in the home by practicing family values\, establishing good communication\, employing positive discipline\, goal setting\, and achieving a family action plan. \nSession 4: Parents will explore how their child’s language develops. Also\, parents’ critical role in the language development of their children and the advantages of bilingualism will be discussed.\nSession 5: Parents will gain awareness of the importance of reading to their children at an early age. \nSession 6: Parents will learn the importance of balanced nutrition and exercise. They will find out how to promote healthy habits in their home and learn about health programs available in their local community.\nSession 7: Parents will explore ways of taking care of their own mental and emotional well-being\, as well as their child’s well-being.\nSession 8: Parents will understand that choosing a childcare or an early education program is an important decision in their child’s life. Parents will not only learn how to choose a quality preschool in their community\, but also how to communicate with a childcare provider or an early education teacher.\nSession 9: Parents will discuss their rights and responsibilities in the public education system and the process to change policies. Also\, parents will examine the leadership and advocacy skills to solve problems and challenges in a variety of community settings.\nSession 10: A very special celebration where parents will give testimony about what positive changes they are making in their homes\, schools\, and community. Opening Doors will honor each participant with a certificate for their participation\, recognizing their commitment to lead and advocate on behalf of their children.\n\n*Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend all sessions\, although you can attend only those that speak to you the most!\n\nClass Details\n\nSession 1: Thursday\, March 19th @6:00pm – 8:00pm\nSession 2 & 3: Saturday\, March 21st @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 4 & 5: Saturday\, March 28th @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 6: Thursday\, April 16th @6:00pm – 8:00pm\nSession 7 & 8: Saturday\, April 18th @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 9 & 10: Saturday\, April 25th @8:00am – 12:00pm\n\n\nLocation: In-Person: 1923 N 20th Ave\, Pasco\, WA 99301\nCost: Free\nCredits: 20 STARS hours\n\nEarly Learning Professionals: \n\nParents are welcome to attend any of these sessions during the duration of this series.\n\n\n\n\nLanguage: English\n\nImportant Notes: Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today by clicking the PD Ticket now!\nPD Ticket
URL:https://community-minded.org/event/opening-doors-free-workshop-series/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Aware of Eastern Washington":MAILTO:ProfessionalDevelopment@community-minded.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T180000
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Opening Doors: Family and Teacher Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Through this in-person introductory learning experience\, early learning professionals\, parents\, and caregivers will learn together: \nAP-OD\, also known as Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors\, Curriculum is grounded in research\, created with and for families\, with children zero to five\, supports diverse families\, and as they build strong relationships and positive outcomes for children.  This unique learning experience brings teachers and families together to explore key aspects of early childhood development and other topics fundamental to building strong relationships and strengthening parental resilience. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for these 10 session-\nSession 1: Introduction of curriculum\, goals\, and objectives. Parents are introduced to the concepts of being their child’s first teacher and the home as their child’s first school. The importance of parent engagement in their child’s education and parental leadership is also discussed. \nSession 2 & 3: Focuses on how parents take on the role of leaders in the home by practicing family values\, establishing good communication\, employing positive discipline\, goal setting\, and achieving a family action plan. \nSession 4: Parents will explore how their child’s language develops. Also\, parents’ critical role in the language development of their children and the advantages of bilingualism will be discussed.\nSession 5: Parents will gain awareness of the importance of reading to their children at an early age. \nSession 6: Parents will learn the importance of balanced nutrition and exercise. They will find out how to promote healthy habits in their home and learn about health programs available in their local community.\nSession 7: Parents will explore ways of taking care of their own mental and emotional well-being\, as well as their child’s well-being.\nSession 8: Parents will understand that choosing a childcare or an early education program is an important decision in their child’s life. Parents will not only learn how to choose a quality preschool in their community\, but also how to communicate with a childcare provider or an early education teacher.\nSession 9: Parents will discuss their rights and responsibilities in the public education system and the process to change policies. Also\, parents will examine the leadership and advocacy skills to solve problems and challenges in a variety of community settings.\nSession 10: A very special celebration where parents will give testimony about what positive changes they are making in their homes\, schools\, and community. Opening Doors will honor each participant with a certificate for their participation\, recognizing their commitment to lead and advocate on behalf of their children.\n\n*Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend all sessions\, although you can attend only those that speak to you the most!\n\nClass Details\n\nSession 1: Thursday\, March 19th @6:00pm – 8:00pm\nSession 2 & 3: Saturday\, March 21st @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 4 & 5: Saturday\, March 28th @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 6: Thursday\, April 16th @6:00pm – 8:00pm\nSession 7 & 8: Saturday\, April 18th @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 9 & 10: Saturday\, April 25th @8:00am – 12:00pm\n\n\nLocation: In-Person: 1923 N 20th Ave\, Pasco\, WA 99301\nCost: Free\nCredits: 20 STARS hours\n\nEarly Learning Professionals: \n\nParents are welcome to attend any of these sessions during the duration of this series.\n\n\n\n\nLanguage: English\n\nImportant Notes: Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today by clicking the PD Ticket now!\nPD Ticket
URL:https://community-minded.org/event/opening-doors-free-workshop-series/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Aware of Eastern Washington":MAILTO:ProfessionalDevelopment@community-minded.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T160532
CREATED:20250827T195703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T194712Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Opening Doors: Family and Teacher Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Through this in-person introductory learning experience\, early learning professionals\, parents\, and caregivers will learn together: \nAP-OD\, also known as Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors\, Curriculum is grounded in research\, created with and for families\, with children zero to five\, supports diverse families\, and as they build strong relationships and positive outcomes for children.  This unique learning experience brings teachers and families together to explore key aspects of early childhood development and other topics fundamental to building strong relationships and strengthening parental resilience. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for these 10 session-\nSession 1: Introduction of curriculum\, goals\, and objectives. Parents are introduced to the concepts of being their child’s first teacher and the home as their child’s first school. The importance of parent engagement in their child’s education and parental leadership is also discussed. \nSession 2 & 3: Focuses on how parents take on the role of leaders in the home by practicing family values\, establishing good communication\, employing positive discipline\, goal setting\, and achieving a family action plan. \nSession 4: Parents will explore how their child’s language develops. Also\, parents’ critical role in the language development of their children and the advantages of bilingualism will be discussed.\nSession 5: Parents will gain awareness of the importance of reading to their children at an early age. \nSession 6: Parents will learn the importance of balanced nutrition and exercise. They will find out how to promote healthy habits in their home and learn about health programs available in their local community.\nSession 7: Parents will explore ways of taking care of their own mental and emotional well-being\, as well as their child’s well-being.\nSession 8: Parents will understand that choosing a childcare or an early education program is an important decision in their child’s life. Parents will not only learn how to choose a quality preschool in their community\, but also how to communicate with a childcare provider or an early education teacher.\nSession 9: Parents will discuss their rights and responsibilities in the public education system and the process to change policies. Also\, parents will examine the leadership and advocacy skills to solve problems and challenges in a variety of community settings.\nSession 10: A very special celebration where parents will give testimony about what positive changes they are making in their homes\, schools\, and community. Opening Doors will honor each participant with a certificate for their participation\, recognizing their commitment to lead and advocate on behalf of their children.\n\n*Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend all sessions\, although you can attend only those that speak to you the most!\n\nClass Details\n\nSession 1: Thursday\, March 19th @6:00pm – 8:00pm\nSession 2 & 3: Saturday\, March 21st @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 4 & 5: Saturday\, March 28th @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 6: Thursday\, April 16th @6:00pm – 8:00pm\nSession 7 & 8: Saturday\, April 18th @8:00am – 12:00pm\nSession 9 & 10: Saturday\, April 25th @8:00am – 12:00pm\n\n\nLocation: In-Person: 1923 N 20th Ave\, Pasco\, WA 99301\nCost: Free\nCredits: 20 STARS hours\n\nEarly Learning Professionals: \n\nParents are welcome to attend any of these sessions during the duration of this series.\n\n\n\n\nLanguage: English\n\nImportant Notes: Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today by clicking the PD Ticket now!\nPD Ticket
URL:https://community-minded.org/event/opening-doors-free-workshop-series/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:WA
ORGANIZER;CN="Child Care Aware of Eastern Washington":MAILTO:ProfessionalDevelopment@community-minded.org
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