VQB5 Training Events
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Early Learning & Development Standards – “ELDS” (Virtual, but see note in description)
ONLY for Williamsburg, Middle Peninsula, & Northern NeckNOTE: This virtual training is ONLY open to directors, teachers, and other staff who live more than 30 minutes from […]
Exploring the Wonder of Nature
VirtualPresented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) Description: This session will help participants better understand how exploring nature with infants […]
Infant/Toddler CLASS Foundational Training
VirtualWhat is CLASS? During this session, educators will receive an overview of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System….AKA: CLASS. Topics covered […]
Preschool CLASS Foundational Training
VirtualWhat is CLASS? During this session, educators will receive an overview of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System….AKA: CLASS Topics covered […]
Early Learning & Development Standards – “ELDS”
FirstSpark Office 11832 Canon Blvd, Suite F, Newport News, VA, United StatesCome learn about the new VA state standards for preschool. The Early Learning and Development Standards (ELDS) is a research-based […]
Promoting Diversity in the Infant and Toddler Environment
VirtualPresented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) Description: This webinar will discuss the significance of diversity and its contribution to […]
It’s All About The Fit
VirtualPresented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) Description: Each child has unique learning styles, abilities, rates of development, and ways […]
ECE 101 Cohort Registration (READ CAREFULLY)
FirstSpark Office 11832 Canon Blvd, Suite F, Newport News, VA, United StatesRead this VERY CAREFULLY: Every September, we offer the opportunity for all VQB5 educators to join our ECE 101 Cohort. […]
Building Relationships With Children
VirtualPresented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) Description: Participants will be provided concrete, easy-to-implement strategies to create and maintain their […]
Quality Early Care Environments
VirtualPresented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network) Description: This session will focus on eight important concepts that quality infant care […]
Meeting the Needs of Special Needs Children
FirstSpark Office 11832 Canon Blvd, Suite F, Newport News, VA, United StatesAre you uncertain about how to work with children with special needs? You are not alone! As a former teacher […]
Preventing Challenging Behaviors
FirstSpark Office 11832 Canon Blvd, Suite F, Newport News, VA, United StatesIf you find classroom management challenging, you are not alone. This training is the first in a 2-part series that […]
ELDS Planning Cohort (READ CAREFULLY)
FirstSpark Office 11832 Canon Blvd, Suite F, Newport News, VA, United StatesRead this VERY CAREFULLY: Every year, we offer opportunities for all VQB5 educators to be part of one of our […]