**Cultivating Inclusion Series
Date/Time
Date(s) - Monday, March 13, 2023
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Thanks to funding provided by the Maryland State Department of Education, the registration fee for this event is only $15.
This training series is designed to support child care professionals who hold policy development and leadership roles in their programs. This may include family child care providers, center directors and assistant directors, owners, and other program leaders.
Certificates will be issued at the conclusion of the series for those who attended all modules.
Roots of Inclusion
Monday, March 13th, 6:30-9:30pm
During this module, we will focus on establishing the critical foundation needed for developing an inclusive childcare program. We will identify leadership styles based on values and beliefs, and define your philosophy on inclusion. We will also explore comprehensive and effective inclusion policies to include in your program handbook. Because building an effective team is critical, we will discuss strategies for recruiting, selecting and orienting staff and other team members.
Branches of Inclusion
Monday, March 27th, 6:30-9:30pm
Intentional systems of support are key to sustaining inclusive practices. During this module, we will explore how to plan for meaningful professional development that supports your vision for inclusion and get the most out of training and workshops. We will discuss how to utilize coaching and mentoring strategies to continually support the implementation of critical practices.
Blooms of Inclusion
Monday, April 17th, 6:30-9:30pm
What does true inclusion look like in a childcare program? In this module, we will look at evidence-based approaches to inclusive practice and explore tools for establishing program standards. We will learn strategies for continually improving practices that support inclusion, such as establishing strong collaboration with other professionals. As families are the experts on their child’s needs, we will discuss strategies you can use to engage families as partners.
Each participant will need individual access to a computer, smartphone or tablet. Specific webinar access details will be sent prior to the training.
You will receive an email with the webinar, handouts, and Zoom link 24 hours before the training. If you do not receive an email by that time, please contact us at crcbc@abilitiesnetwork.org.
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Webinar Platform: ZOOM
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There will be a knowledge measure and training evaluation provided via Survey Monkey. The knowledge measure and training evaluation are required components of the webinar.
This project was supported, in part by grant number CFDA 93.630, from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, D.C. 20201. Grantees undertaking projects with government sponsorship are encouraged to express freely their findings and conclusions. Points of view or opinions do not, therefore, necessarily represent official ACL policy.
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