Square One

How to Engage Children with Understanding Learning Styles
2021-10-05 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE, Online Class
We know that children come in all shapes, sizes. and forms. They all learn differently too. In this workshop, we will discuss Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences to evaluate how children learn.

Executive Functioning: Teaching Children HOW to Learn
2021-10-16 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Executive functioning skills are foundational to the success of learners in today’s classrooms. Learn about executive functioning skills and how to embed opportunities to expose and teach these skills in your early childhood classroom.

Culturally Responsive Literacy Strategies in the Classroom
2021-11-09 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
How to incorporate and create inclusive environments for rich literacy and instruction in the classroom that leads to engagement and success. We will discuss the role of literature and strategies that provide opportunities for children to feel successful in their school environment.

Brain Based Learning for Early Childhood
2021-11-20 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
The brain is where it is at. Empowering our children to constructively and critically think from an early stage is key to success. Participants will understand the brain’s function, how it is involved with learning and how to design instruction around keeping the body’s biggest organ– the brain in mind.

"Is It Blow Up Day Yet?" Math & Science in the Classroom
2021-12-07 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Learn how to provide an engaging environment with materials and activities in math and science, as aligned with the Environmental Rating Scale (ECERS), the VA Early Learning and Development Standards and Milestones, and CLASS.

Building Relationships with Families
2021-12-11 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Fostering good relationships with families is key to a child’s educational success. Join us as we discuss best practices around building relationships and navigating difficult moments.

(Jan 31st) Tips & Tools to Help Children Build Social-Emotional Skills: Preschool (2-5)
2022-01-31 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
NOTE: THIS TRAINING WILL BE HELD TWO TIMES. PARTICIPANTS DO NOT NEED TO SIGN UP TWICE AS THE SAME CONTENT WILL BE PRESENTED BOTH TIMES.
Practical strategies for teachers/clinicians to develop social-emotional skills in preschool children ages 2-5. Key Learning Objective- At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
● Identify 10 strategies to increase social communication skills in children ages 2-5.

TRIPLE P PARENTING (3-PART SERIES) Night 2
2022-06-01 19:00 - 20:30 UTC
*Event nights are not dependent on each other. Come to one or come to all! Join us on May 25th, June 1st, and June 8th from 7-8:30 pm.
Do you want to…?
.Raise happy, confident kids
.Manage misbehavior so everyone in the family enjoys life more
.Set rules and routines that everyone respects and follows
.Encourage behavior you like
.Take care of yourself as a parent
.Feel confident you’re doing the right thing
Triple P is a parenting program, but it does not tell you how to be a parent. It is more like a toolbox of ideas. You choose the strategies you need. You choose the way you want to use them. It is all about making Triple P work for you.

TRIPLE P PARENTING (3-PART SERIES) Night 3
2022-06-08 19:00 - 20:30 UTC

Online Back to School Kick-Off Training for Early Childhood Providers
2022-09-10 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for an exciting day of training featuring national trainer, Amanda Morgan of notjustcute.com as she helps us go deeper in developing intentional interactions with the children and families we serve. Hear from Minus 9-5, the new Southeastern Ready Region partner, to learn about the exciting developments happening in early childhood and how it supports you as an educator. Arti Kumar-Jain, CEO of Love & Light 4 Kidz, will also be leading participants in a session on Mindfulness and Self-Care as we seek to find ways to manage in even the most stressful times. Start your year off right by learning together in our professional community.

Online: Assessment and Observations: Yikes! They're Here to Observe Me?
2022-10-27 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join Square One Trainer, Arti Kumar-Jain, as she helps educators navigate observations. Being observed can be such a challenge. This workshop is designed to reduce the anxiety behind observations. Tools and strategies will be provided to help educators understand the why and what behind the visit.

Online: Building Our Toolbelt in Regards for Student Perspectives
2022-11-05 09:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York)
Join Square One trainer, Arti Kumar-Jain, as she leads educators in discovering how to engage children in the classroom and reflect on student perspectives.

Online: Equitable Family Engagement: Fostering Family as the First & Forever Teacher
2022-11-16 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Join Square One trainer, Dr. Navine Fortune, as she leads educators through Early Learning Development Standards guiding principles as they relate to supporting Dual Language Learners and their families by recognizing that families are children’s first and forever teachers.

Online: Celebrating Diversity: Supporting Family Structures in your ECE Classroom
2022-11-29 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
There are lots of unique family structures in our communities. Join Square One trainer, Dr. Navne Fortune, as she leads educators as they think through how to support and connect with diverse family populations in their ECE programs.

Online: Rough-and-Tumble: Letting Kids Express their Brain-Body Connection
2022-12-14 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Join Square One trainer, Jeanne Hopkins, as she explores the importance of rough-and-tumble play for young children, and how to facilitate it in a way that it aligns with CLASS.

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Social Emotional Development (1 of 7)
2023-03-08 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Together you will review the Virginia Early Learning Development Standards, look at a few key indicators, and relate them to CLASS and ITERS/ECERS standards. Sample activities will also be shared. Do miss this dynamic hour of learning with Dr. Jeanne Hopkins, Program Chair and Professor of Early Childhood Development at TCC. Don’t forget your lunch!

LUNCH SERIES! Diversity & Dual Language Power Hour (2 of 4)
2023-04-05 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Our communities are diverse and because of this, we have to focus on ways to support all learners. During these powerful hours of learning led by Dr. Navine Fortune, we will look at creating multicultural environments, discuss developing cultural competence, and learn ways to promote awareness and diversity in your everyday work. Grab your lunch and join us!

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Health & Physical Development (3 of 7)
2023-04-19 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)

LUNCH SERIES! Diversity & Dual Language Power Hour (3 of 4)
2023-05-03 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)

ONLINE: Mindfulness in the Classroom
2023-05-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join Arti Kumar-Jain as you learn strategies, tips, and ways to use mindfulness in the classroom to help manage and regulate behavior

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Science (4 of 7)
2023-05-10 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)

LUNCH SERIES! Diversity & Dual Language Power Hour (4 of 4)
2023-06-07 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)

ONLINE: CLASS Group Integration Discussions
2023-06-07 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join Arti Kumar-Jain as you come together and reflect on fall and spring CLASS observations. Use feedback and standards to learn about and continue to implement strategies in various domains.

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Social Studies (5 of 7) MOVED TO JUNE 14TH
2023-06-14 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Together you will review the Virginia Early Learning Development Standards, look at a few key indicators, and relate them to CLASS and ITERS/ECERS standards. Sample activities will also be shared. Do miss this dynamic hour of learning with Dr. Jeanne Hopkins, Program Chair and Professor of Early Childhood Development at TCC. Don’t forget your lunch! Moved to June 14th! Join us!

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Math (6 of 7)
2023-06-21 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Fine Arts (7 of 7)
2023-07-12 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)

Equipping Your Tool Belt: Intentional Interactions (ONLINE LUNCH & LEARN)
2023-07-20 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Join trainer Arti Kumar Jain on Zoom as she walks participants through what the CLASS tool is designed to measure and why it is a critical assessment for today’s classroom. This training will give you a solid foundation as we prepare for the upcoming year and also help you better understand the observation process so you can be confident and comfortable on your observation day! Grab a friend and join us!

Tips & Tricks for Transitions (ONLINE LUNCH & LEARN)
2023-08-02 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Need fun and easy ways to incorporate transitions into your daily routines to maximize learning time and fun? Join trainer Arti Kumar Jain as she leads participants to think through their current practices and reimagine transition time in their classrooms.

Engagement with Families for a Great School Year! (ONLINE LUNCH & LEARN)
2023-08-15 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Join trainer Arti Kumar Jain as she walks participants through fun and easy ways to engage families and support at-home relationships and learning.

Be the Best Me! Behavior Intervention Strategies in Early Childhood (ONLINE)
2023-09-20 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Behaviors happen! Join trainer Arti Kumar Jain as she discusses behavior strategies and techniques to increase students’ ability to engage and learn in their environment.
