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Administration and Supervision	Child Growth and Development
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Introducing the 2009 Edition of Developmentally Appropriate Practice WORKSHOP IS FULL!
Date	07/15/2009	Time	6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Child Observation, Record Keeping, and Assessment • Foundations of Early Childhood Education • Child Growth and Development • Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood • Creating Environments for Young Children • Child Guidance and Discipline • Cultural Diversity • Children with Special Needs • Family and Community Relationships • Curriculum for Early Care and Education
Presenter	Lisa Strout, M.S., TMF III
Description
	Revised, updated and expanded, the new DAP position statement from NAEYC reflects the changes that have happened in research, demographics, and the reality of early education in the 21st century. This workshop will give you an overview of recommended practices for ages birth-8. Participants are encouraged to download a free copy of the new position statement available on the website at: http://www.naeyc.org/about/positions/dap.asp
Location	The World of Discovery
	182 Rockingham Road
	Londonderry, NH 03053
Contact	Email: Claudette Mallory	Phone:	893-8446
Catchment Area	Salem/Portsmouth
Agency	Rockingham Community Action Child Care Services

Messy Gooey Gobs of Fun Night! WORKSHOP IS FULL!
Date	07/21/2009	Time	6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Curriculum for Early Care and Education
Presenter	Claudette Mallory, M.S., TMF I RCA Child Care Services & Traci Davies, TMF II, The Applewood Learning Center
Description
	Come get messy and gooey with us! We have lots of activities planned, such as play dough making, creating finger paint, Gak, crafts, and even a Make-Your-Own Sundae Buffet! We'll be distributing samples of the messy-icky-gooey things we make, as well as a recipe book of activities. This workshop will surely inspire you to bring some new activities back to your classrooms or programs. A monetary donation towards materials is appreciated, but not required.
Location	RCA Child Care Services Office
	8 Centerville Drive
	Salem, NH 03079
Contact	Email: Claudette Mallory	Phone:	893-8446
Catchment Area	Salem/Portsmouth
Agency	Rockingham Community Action Child Care Services

RCA CCS Directors' Group - Developing Health & Safety Policies in the Child Care Program
Date	07/15/2009	Time	9:30 AM- 11:30 AM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Administration and Supervision • Family and Community Relationships • Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood
Presenter	Deirdre Dunn, Maternal & Child Health & Brooke Stebbins, Program Coordinator for Healthy Child Care NH
Description
	Are you in the process of rewriting your staff and family handbooks? Do you need help with language for health and safety policies in your program? Please come to this workshop for a hands-on session to help you develop effective policies. Participants are welcome to bring their existing policies for review.
Location	Stratham Circle Learning Center
	6 Emery Lane
	Stratham, NH 03885
Contact	Email: Claudette Mallory	Phone:	893-8446
Catchment Area	Salem/Portsmouth
Agency	Rockingham Community Action Child Care Services

Early Learning Guidelines :THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL
Date	07/14/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Foundations of Early Childhood Education • Family and Community Relationships • Creating Environments for Young Children • Child Observation, Record Keeping, and Assessment • Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood • Curriculum for Early Care and Education • Child Growth and Development
Presenter	Chris Casserly TMF level 3
Description
	What are the NH Early Learning Guidelines? This workshop will address the history and purpose of the Early Learning Guidelines. Through group discussion and hands-on activities, this workshop will explore creative ways to use the guidelines as an educational instrument for families, providers, and community partners, and discuss ways to improve curriculum practices through the use of the guidelines in daily planning. This workshop meets the NH Licensed-Plus! requirement for Early Learning Guidelines training.
Location	Rochester Child Care Center
	95 Charles St
	Rochester, NH 03867
Contact	Email: RCA Child Care Services- Strafford County	Phone:	603-516-1191
Catchment Area	Rochester
Agency	Rockingham Community Action Child Care Services Strafford County

Emergency procedures Workshop :THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL
Date	07/22/2009	Time	6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood
Presenter	Greg Champlin
Description
	This workshop will focus on the four phases of Emergency management; Mitigation/Prevention, Preparedness, Response and Recovery and how they relate to the Child Care environment. The presenter will discuss the importance of basing a school’s plan on the Incident Command System and testing the plan through drills and exercises. Attendees will leave with tools and suggestions for the implementation of a Child Care Emergency Response plan.
Location	Little Hands Child Care Center
	48-2 Wildflower Circle
	Somersworth, NH 03878
Contact	Email: RCA-Child Care Services-Strafford County	Phone:	603-516-1191
Catchment Area	Rochester
Agency	Rockingham Community Action Child Care Services Strafford County

EARLY LEARNING GUIDELINES: IMPLEMENTATION INTO PRACTICE
Date	09/15/2009	Time	1:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Child Growth and Development • Curriculum for Early Care and Education • Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood • Foundations of Early Childhood Education • Creating Environments for Young Children • Family and Community Relationships • Child Observation, Record Keeping, and Assessment
Presenter	Patricia Finnigan-Allen
Description
	What are the NH Early Learning Guidelines? This workshop will address the history and purpose of the Early Learning Guidelines. Through group discussion and hands-on activities, this workshop will explore creative ways to use the guidelines as an educational instrument for families, providers,and community partners, and discuss ways to improve curriculum practices through the use of the guidelines in daily planning. This workshop meets the NH Licensed-Plus requirement for Early Learning Guidelines training.
Location	To be announced at a later time

	, NH
Contact	Email: Sandy Alonzo	Phone:	1-800-445-4525 or 752-1113 x1103, 1104
Catchment Area	Berlin/Littleton
Agency	White Mountains Community College

REDUCING THE RISKS OF SIDS and SUDDEN UNEXPECTED INFANT DEATH; PROMOTING A SAFER SLEEP ENVIRONMENT FOR INFANTS
Date	10/07/2009	Time	6:30 PM- 8:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood
Presenter	Audrey Knight, RN, MSN
Description
	The presentation will include a brief overview of what happens when an infant dies suddenly and unexpectedly in NH; a review of SIDS and Sudden Unexpected Infant Death; and information on your role in carrying out the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recommendations to reduce the risks and promote a safer sleep environment. There will be time at the end for questions and discussion.
Location	To be announced at a later date

	, NH
Contact	Email: Sandy Alonzo	Phone:	1-800-445-4525 or 752-1113 x 1103, 1104
Catchment Area	Berlin/Littleton
Agency	White Mountains Community College

ANTI-BIAS CURRICULUM: CELEBRATING DIVERSITY IN YOUR PROGRAM
Date	11/03/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Cultural Diversity • Curriculum for Early Care and Education • Foundations of Early Childhood Education
Presenter	Sandy Alonzo, Trainer, Mentor, Faculty Level 1
Description
	This workshop will examine ways to create an environment that is respectful and welcoming to the diversity of families, cultures, and experiences of all children in your care. Come and celebrate our differences, together!
Location	To be announced at a later date

	, NH
Contact	Email: Sandy Alonzo	Phone:	1-800-445-4525 or 752-1113 x 1103, 1104
Catchment Area	Berlin/Littleton
Agency	White Mountains Community College

COMMUNICATING WITH PARENTS ABOUT DIFFICULT ISSUES
Date	12/01/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Foundations of Early Childhood Education • Child Observation, Record Keeping, and Assessment • Family and Community Relationships • Child Guidance and Discipline • Children with Special Needs
Presenter	Sandy Alonzo, Trainer, Mentor, Faculty Level 1
Description
	This workshop will discuss observational techniques and strategies on how to present difficult information to parents, suggest supportive ways to offer positive guidance, and talk about what resources are available for referrals.
Location	To be announced at a later time

	, NH
Contact	Email: Sandy Alonzo	Phone:	1-800-445-4525 or 752-1113 x 1103, 1104
Catchment Area	Berlin/Littleton
Agency	White Mountains Community College

Transitions - Getting from Here to There Without Tears
Date	07/14/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Curriculum for Early Care and Education • Child Observation, Record Keeping, and Assessment • Creating Environments for Young Children • Child Guidance and Discipline • Child Growth and Development
Presenter	Susan Peterson, TMF 4
Description
	Children thrive when they know what to expect and when to expect it. Transitions that are consistent and respectful help young children internalize when and how to move from one activity to another. Come and join us and hear new ideas on "how to get from here to there without tears."
Location	High Spirits Child Care
	348 Intervale Road
	Gilford, NH 03246
Contact	Email: Maureen LaClair	Phone:	528-0274
Catchment Area	Laconia
Agency	Lakes Region Community Services

Child Care Basics: Early Learning Guidelines
Date	07/28/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Family and Community Relationships • Child Growth and Development • Foundations of Early Childhood Education • Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood • Child Observation, Record Keeping, and Assessment • Creating Environments for Young Children • Curriculum for Early Care and Education
Presenter	Sue Foley, TMF III
Description
	What are the New Hampshire Ealy Learning Guidelines? This Child Care Basics workshop aims to answer this question and many more. This workshop will address the history and purpose of the ELGs, explain their use in the planning curriculum, and show how they can be used in assessing children. This workshop will involve group discussions, hands on activities and much more! This workshop also meets the NH Licensed Plus requirements for ELG training! What is Licensed Plus? The presenter will also address requirements of this program. Space is limited to 30-35 participants. PLEASE NOTE: SNHS CCR&R has instituted a new policy regarding workshop registrations. Participants may register for up to 3 trainings per training calendar (quarter). Any additional trainings, participants will be placed on a wait list for and will be notified prior to the event, if space opens up. The next training quarter begins October 1, 2009.
Location	Sunrise Children's Center
	94 Rte. 101A
	Amherst, NH 03031
Contact	Email: Tracy Pond, SNHS CCR&R Program Manager	Phone:	603-889-3440 x632
Catchment Area	Nashua
Agency	Southern NH Services, Inc. CCR&R
Registration Full

Building Collaborative Relationships with Families-Zero To Three PCAN Curriculum
Date	07/08/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Family and Community Relationships
Presenter	Sue Foley, M.Ed., TMF III
Description
	This is the first of a series of Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect (PCAN) curriculum trainings. Participants may attend as many as they like and will receive a certificate at each training. This unit focuses on using communication skills to build effective relationships with families. Participants will have an opportunity to explore their own feelings and reactions and to see how these influence relationships with families.
Location	Wee Dreams Learning Center
	712 Turnpike Road
	New Ipswich, NH 03071
Contact	Email: Sue Foley	Phone:	603-355--4327
Catchment Area	Keene
Agency	Easter Seals CCR&R

Fresh Ideas for Feeding Young Children
Date	07/09/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood
Presenter	Shannon Wood, M.Ed., TMF I
Description
	Learn how to break out of the "rut" and plan meals and snacks with locally grown foods as well as other foods. This will be a fun and interactive workshop.
Location	Keene Library
	60 Winter Street
	Keene, NH 03431
Contact	Email: Sue Foley	Phone:	603-355-4327
Catchment Area	Keene
Agency	Easter Seals CCR&R

Learning Spaces Part 1-Child Care Basics
Date	07/21/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Curriculum for Early Care and Education • Creating Environments for Young Children
Presenter	Shelly Kernozicky, TMF II
Description
	Through video and group discussion, participants will explore how to provide quality child care environments that meet the needs of all children. This is part one of a Child Care Basics training focusing on the early childhood environment. Part 2 will be held at this same venue on August 26 and will cover learning materials. Register for and attend both workshops and receive six hours of training!
Location	Building Tots
	168 Emerald Street
	Keene, NH 03431
Contact	Email: Shelly Kernozicky	Phone:	603-355-4341
Catchment Area	Keene
Agency	Easter Seals CCR&R

Emergency Preparedness
Date	07/29/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Family and Community Relationships • Administration and Supervision • Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood
Presenter	Gregg Champlin
Description
	The new Child Care Licensing rules will require programs to have a written plan for potential emergencies such as evacuation. Come and learn about important considerations from the state expert on disaster planning, and be prepared!
Location	Wee Dreams Learning Center
	712 Turnpike Road
	New Ipswich, NH 03071
Contact	Email: Sue Foley	Phone:	603-355-4327
Catchment Area	Keene
Agency	Easter Seals CCR&R

Infant and Child First Aid
Date	08/04/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood
Presenter	Steve Weber, Manning Emergency Educators
Description
	This fulfills the Child Care Licensing requirements for First Aid. Participants must pre-register by sending payment of $25.00 (checks payable to Easter Seals CCR&R) to Easter Seals, Child Care Resource and Referral, 12 Kingsbury Street, Keene, NH, 03431. First Aid books can be purchased that evening, or borrow one to bring.
Location	The Lily Garden Learning Center
	867 Route 12
	Westmoreland, NH 03467
Contact	Email: Sue Foley	Phone:	603-355-4327
Catchment Area	Keene
Agency	Easter Seals CCR&R

Infant and Child CPR
Date	08/06/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood
Presenter	Steve Weber, Manning Emergency Educators
Description
	This fulfills the Child Care Licensing requirements for CPR. Participants must pre-register by sending payment of $25.00 (checks payable to Easter Seals CCR&R) to Easter Seals, Child Care Resource and Referral, 12 Kingsbury Street, Keene, NH, 03431.
Location	The Lily Garden Learning Center

	Westmoreland, NH 03457
Contact	Email: Sue Foley	Phone:	603-355-4327
Catchment Area	Keene
Agency	Easter Seals CCR&R

Early Learning Guidelines-Child Care Basics and Beyond
Date	08/19/2009	Time	6:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Core Knowledge Areas	• Child Observation, Record Keeping, and Assessment • Professionalism and Professional Development • Family and Community Relationships • Creating Environments for Young Children • Foundations of Early Childhood Education • Child Growth and Development • Curriculum for Early Care and Education • Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood
Presenter	Deb Hunter, M.E.d, TMF II
Description
	The Early Learning Guidelines not only are required for Licensed Plus programs, but are the foundation of quality early care and education. Come and learn how to weave the guidelines through your program: in your work with families; in the environment; in your daily curriculum; in child observation and assessment.
Location	The Children's Learning Center
	Cheshire Medical Center
	548 Court Street
	Keene, NH 03431
Contact	Email: Shelly Kernozicky	Phone:	603-355-4341
Catchment Area	Keene
Agency	Easter Seals CCR&R

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