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Got Vision? Creating an Intentional Learning Vision Board (ONLINE)
2024-01-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE, Online Class
Start the year off right with developing a vision for both your personal and professional goals. You are sure to be refreshed and focused after gathering in community with trainer Arti Kumar Jain.

Interactions
2023-12-09 12:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Beach Central Library Folio Room, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd,, Virginia Beach, 23452, United States
Join Dr. Jeanne Hopkins as you discover how children learn and what they need to succeed. Facilitating learning experiences IS teaching. You will love learning positive guidance strategies and taking back free resources to use in your classroom!

Best Practices In Transitions
2023-12-09 10:15 - 12:15 | Virginia Beach Central Library Folio Room, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd,, Virginia Beach, 23452, United States
Join Dr. Jeanne Hopkins as you learn about theory and application of best practices in transitions from resources using NAEYC, CSEFEL, TACSEI, AND CLASS!

Play Based Learning and Communication (ONLINE)
2023-10-11 18:00 - 20:00 | ONLINE, Online Class
Join trainer Arti Kumar Jain as she teaches how to effectively engage in play based learning and create deeper relationships with children and their learning to increase quality interactions and communication.

Be the Best Me! Behavior Intervention Strategies in Early Childhood (ONLINE)
2023-09-20 18:00 - 20:00 | ONLINE, Online Class
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.

NATIONAL SPEAKER TEACHER TOM!!! Back to School Kick-Off Training (In Person)
2023-08-26 09:00 - 15:00 | TCC Campus – ATC Bldg. Theater (2nd Floor), 1800 College Crescent, Building H, Virginia Beach, VA, 23453, United States
Join our regional training and education team as we host a back to school training to get your year started off right! (Registration is limited to 100 so register today!)
We are so excited to have Teacher Tom lead us in a session titled “Thinking About Thinking” – “As educators we are in the business of learning, knowledge, and intelligence, each of which is a key component of thinking. Yet how much do we actually think about the process of thinking, especially as it pertains to young children? In this presentation, Teacher Tom uses a mixture of anecdotes, data, and provocative questions to take a look at the history and purpose of education and specifically at the process of thinking. He provides a framework for observing how children think under various circumstances, for discussing how we can create environments conducive to thinking, and for examining the role of teachers in a play-based (self-directed) curriculum. Participants will be invited to think deeply about their own thinking, to consider how and why we must be ‘researchers’ in the classroom, and to learn right alongside the children.” Learn more about him here! https://www.teachertomsworld.com/about
Event Timeline (*Subject to change)

8:45-9:10: Registration and Vendors
9:10-9:30: Welcome & Door Prizes!
9:30-10:00: Welcome – Ready Regions & VQB5 Updates
10:00-1:00: Teacher Tom – Thinking About Thinking
1:00-2:00: Lunch & Door Prizes!
2:00-3:00: Breakout Sessions

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

Tips & Tricks for Transitions (ONLINE LUNCH & LEARN)
2023-08-02 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Online Class
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.

Equipping Your Tool Belt: Intentional Interactions (IN PERSON)
2023-07-26 13:00 - 14:00 | The Hive – VB Business Resource Center, 140 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462, United States
Join trainer Arti Kumar Jain 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!

Equipping Your Tool Belt: Intentional Interactions (ONLINE LUNCH & LEARN)
2023-07-20 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Online Class
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!

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Fine Arts (7 of 7)
2023-07-12 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Online Class
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!

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Math (6 of 7)
2023-06-21 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Online Class

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Social Studies (5 of 7) MOVED TO JUNE 14TH
2023-06-14 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Online Class
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!

IN PERSON: Circle Times that Work
2023-06-10 12:45 - 14:45 | Virginia Beach Central Library Auditorium, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd,, Virginia Beach, 23452, United States
How do you make the most of your circle time? Join Dr. Jeanne Hopkins as she leads you through how young children learn and how we can best teach them based on the latest standards.

IN PERSON: Engaging Activities & Environments
2023-06-10 10:15 - 12:15 | Virginia Beach Central Library Auditorium, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd,, Virginia Beach, 23452, United States
Dr. Jeanne Hopkins is ready to help you build a toolbox of developmentally appropriate activities in all domains of learning that are fun and engaging!

ONLINE: CLASS Group Integration Discussions
2023-06-07 18:00 - 20:00 | ONLINE, Online Class
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.

LUNCH SERIES! Diversity & Dual Language Power Hour (4 of 4)
2023-06-07 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Online Class
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!

IN PERSON: Sensational Science
2023-05-20 12:00 - 14:00 | TCC Campus – ATC Bldg. Theater (2nd Floor), 1800 College Crescent, Building H, Virginia Beach, VA, 23453, United States
Explore sensational science activities as you learn with Dr. Navine Fortune!

IN PERSON: Math Madness
2023-05-20 09:30 - 11:30 | TCC Campus – ATC Bldg. Theater (2nd Floor), 1800 College Crescent, Building H, Virginia Beach, VA, 23453, United States
Join Dr. Navine Fortune as she helps you get mad for MATH!

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Science (4 of 7)
2023-05-10 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Online Class

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

LUNCH SERIES! Diversity & Dual Language Power Hour (3 of 4)
2023-05-03 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Online Class

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Health & Physical Development (3 of 7)
2023-04-19 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Online Class

LUNCH SERIES! Diversity & Dual Language Power Hour (2 of 4)
2023-04-05 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Online Class

IN PERSON: Revive your Movement Toolbox
2023-04-01 12:30 - 14:30 | TCC Campus – ATC Bldg. Theater (2nd Floor), 1800 College Crescent, Building H, Virginia Beach, VA, 23453, United States
Dr. Jeanne Hopkins says, “Let’s MOVE!” Learn fascinating statistics and theories as to why movement is important, Environmental Rating Scale standards as they relate to movement, and most of all, tons of activities for your early childhood classroom.

IN PERSON: Movement & Me: Yoga in the Classroom
2023-04-01 10:00 - 12:00 | TCC Campus – ATC Bldg. Theater (2nd Floor), 1800 College Crescent, Building H, Virginia Beach, VA, 23453, United States
Have you ever thought about using yoga in the classroom? In this experience, Arti Kumar-Jain will lead you as you explore movement. Make sure you wear comfortable clothes and bring some water. These practices will help you cultivate social-emotional supports for your children and promote self-regulating strategies.
*Rescheduled from Dec 2022

IN PERSON: Learning Environments
2023-03-18 12:45 - 14:45 | Virginia Beach Central Library Libris Room, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd,, Virginia Beach, 23452, United States
Join Dr. Jeanne Hopkins as you learn to decrease problems by challenging your children and keeping them interested throughout the day.

IN PERSON: Developmentally Appropriate Practices
2023-03-18 10:15 - 12:15 | Virginia Beach Central Library Libris Room, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd,, Virginia Beach, 23452, United States
Dr. Jennie Hopkins wants to know: Do you want a smooth and worry-free day? Join us as we learn how to apply various theories based on the works of Piaget, Maslow, Vygotsky, & Erickson. While these theorist’s work have been around for years, their theories are still just as important to our foundational understanding of early childhood practices and human development.

ELDS LUNCH SERIES! Social Emotional Development (1 of 7)
2023-03-08 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, Online Class

IN PERSON: Developing Appropriate Language & Literacy Practices
2023-02-18 12:30 - 14:30 | TCC Campus – ATC Bldg. Theater (2nd Floor), 1800 College Crescent, Building H, Virginia Beach, VA, 23453, United States
Join Dr. Jeanne Hopkins to find out how young children learn, engage with examples of language and literacy activities, and build your toolkit on a foundation of class indicators.
