Head Start of Lane County

The 5Rs for Early Learning Leaders: Embedding Reflective Dialogue
2021-06-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Webinar
Early learning leaders foster a culture of trust and collaboration through regular check-ins to learn how teachers and children are doing. Join this webinar to review the National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning’s 5Rs for Early Learning Leaders. Discuss key practices for embedding reflective dialogue into the workday. Discover strategies for using child outcomes data during planned discussion times to reflect on child progress in ways that help staff plan for equitable learning opportunities. Explore how reflective dialogue can have a powerful impact on program quality and child and family outcomes that are fair and inclusive of all.

Shifting Power in the Food System
2021-06-23 10:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
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Shifting Power in the Food System
To achieve a racially just food system, we must shift power to the communities and people who have been marginalized, exploited, and excluded from the current system. But what does shifting power mean, and what does it look like in practice? This interactive training session will offer strategies, tools, and approaches for shifting power in your thinking, organizational culture, and the day-in, day-out efforts of community food systems work. No matter your role, everyone eats, and everyone can contribute to shifting power in the food system. Come discover and share your place in the work of shifting power to cultivate a racially just food system.
This session is part of National Farm to School Network’s Community Gathering on June 23. Make sure you’re registered for the other sessions happening this day! More info here: www.farmtoschool.org/gathering.

Movement Leader Perspectives: Local and Values-Based Procurement from Farm to Cafeteria
2021-06-23 12:00 - 13:30 | Webinar
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Movement Leader Perspectives: Local and Values-Based Procurement from Farm to Cafeteria
Child nutrition programs exercise collective purchasing power on a massive scale. Pre-pandemic, the National School Lunch Program alone invested $14.2 billion annually to serve 29.6 million lunches every school day. K-12 school meals, early care and education (ECE) nutrition, after-school snacks, and summer meals are an opportunity for every community to express their values through purchasing priorities and to shift power in the food system as a whole. On this panel, hear from food systems experts and organizers about their insights and experiences in how farm to cafeteria connections can shift power in communities. Panelists include:
> Jennifer Gaddis, associate professor of Civil Society and Community Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and author of The Labor of Lunch: Why We Need Real Food and Real Jobs in American Public Schools
> Jose Oliva, Campaigns Director with HEAL Food Alliance
> Chang Vue, Capacity Building Director with Hmong American Farmers Association
This session is part of National Farm to School Network’s Community Gathering on June 23. Make sure you’re registered for the other sessions happening this day! More info here: www.farmtoschool.org/gathering.

Movement Leader Perspectives: Farm to School Strategies for Building Power
2021-06-23 12:00 - 13:30 | Webinar
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Movement Leader Perspectives: Farm to School Strategies for Building Power
Farm to school can be an effective strategy for shifting power and advancing racial equity in the food system when communities come together to implement practices that affirm cultural and community values, and center the voices and desires of people who have been marginalized, exploited and excluded from the current system. On this panel, hear from experienced farm to school and farm to ECE practitioners about how food and food education initiatives are building power in their communities. Panelists include:
> Fredando “Farmer Fredo” Jackson, farmer and Executive Director of Flint River Fresh located in southwest Georgia
> Maya Marie, creator of Deep Routes: An Afro-Indigenous Culinary Curriculum
> Alexis Harrison and Junior Duplessis, Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation Center for Healthy Neighborhoods
> Moderated by Sommer Sibilly-Brown, Founder and Executive Director of Virgin Islands Good Food Coalition
This session is part of National Farm to School Network’s Community Gathering on June 23. Make sure you’re registered for the other sessions happening this day! More info here: www.farmtoschool.org/gathering.

Film Screening & Discussion: Food Crossing Lines
2021-06-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
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Film Screening & Discussion: Food Crossing Lines
Advocacy, community organizing, and stakeholder collaboration are key to making equitable food systems a reality. The farm stand at Little Ones Learning Center in Clayton County, Georgia – where the child well-being index among the lowest of the metro Atlanta counties – is a prime example. In this mini-documentary screening, learn how the Little Lions Farm Stand, housed at Little Ones Learning Center and supported by the Hands, Heart, and Soul Project, overcame legal and regulatory obstacles to make sustainable and organic produce – grown onsite at the community garden and sourced from local farms – accessible to their community. After viewing the documentary, key stakeholders from the Little Lions Farm Stand will share their perspectives and answer questions. This is a great opportunity to learn how local organizing and a commitment to change can shift power and cultivate justice, one community food project at a time.
BONUS! The first 70 people to register for this session will receive a FREE box of farm to school goodies! This box includes a Small Bites Adventure Club (https://smallbites.club/) Farm to Home Explorer Kit (tools, materials, and guided activities to take children ages 4-12 on the magical journey from seed to farm to plate) and special National Farm to School Network swag! (This is why we are requiring a mailing address as part of registration – please use the mailing address you would like the box shipped to if you are a recipient.)
This session is part of National Farm to School Network’s Community Gathering on June 23. Make sure you’re registered for the other sessions happening this day! More info here: www.farmtoschool.org/gathering.

Identifying and Addressing Maternal Depression
2021-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
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Identifying and Addressing Maternal Depression
Depression is common among pregnant women and new mothers and can affect the health of mother and child. This webinar will discuss the importance of identifying women who may benefit from mental health supports and services. It will also provide concrete recommendations on strategies for conducting depression screening and responding to positive screens.

Achieving Health Equity for People with Disabilities During the Pandemic and Beyond
2021-06-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
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Achieving Health Equity for People with Disabilities During the Pandemic and Beyond

In the United States, one in four adults has a disability and the pandemic has disproportionately impacted this community and made it more difficult to access care. Some people with disabilities were more likely to become infected with or have a severe illness from COVID-19 due to underlying medical conditions or living situations. The pandemic also affected their psychological and financial health, with people with disabilities experiencing higher rates of unemployment than the general population. While individuals with disabilities were often given higher priority status for receiving the vaccine, many of the COVID-19 vaccine websites violated disability rights, hindering access.
This webinar will explore these challenges and showcase strategies to address the diverse needs of people living with disabilities and work toward health equity. Expert panelists will discuss:

The pandemic’s impact on individuals with disabilities and Johns Hopkins’ partnership to create a database on the prioritization of the disability community in COVID-19 vaccine distribution
A health plan’s response to support people with disabilities during the pandemic, expanding telehealth and increased care options, and addressing comorbidities and the needs of COVID-19 longhaulers
Addressing the intersection of disability, race, and ethnicity to achieve health equity and the importance of cultural and linguistic competency in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities

Closed captioning will be available

Maternal Mortality in the US: The Facts Might Surprise You
2021-06-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
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Maternal Mortality in the US: The Facts Might Surprise You
Dr. Neel Shah, MD, MPP, FACOG, is an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology at Harvard Medical School, and founding Director of the Delivery Decisions Initiative at Harvard’s Ariadne Labs. His work focuses on partnering with people giving birth to design solutions that enable them to thrive. As an obstetrician-gynecologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, Dr. Shah cares for patients at critical life moments that range from childbirth to primary care to surgery. As a scientist and social entrepreneur, he is a globally recognized expert in designing solutions that improve health care. He will join us to talk about the shocking maternal mortality rates in the US and how EHS can connect with the medical community to support better outcomes.

Learning How to Love Yourself Workshop
2021-07-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
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Self-love. What is it? How do we do it? How does it impact our relationships? How do gender, race and ethnicity affect how we experience it?
Join Cascade Health’s Erica Cross, QMHA for virtual workshops that will help you broaden your understanding of self-love and teach you how to expand and deepen your most important relationship … your relationship with yourself!
Workshop 1, Learning How to Love Yourself
Tuesday, July 6, 12:00-1:00pm
An overview of self-love, including the science of self love and how it affects relationships. Plus, tools to help you practice and implement self-love in your daily life.
Workshop 2, Making a Plan to Prioritize Yourself
Thursday, July 8, 12:00-1:00pm
A deeper exploration of self-love, including how to set self-love goals, create healthy boundaries, and prioritize yourself even when life gets in the way.

Making a Plan to Prioritize Yourself Workshop
2021-07-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar

Employee engagement in safety
2021-07-13 09:00 - 10:30 | Webinar
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Employee engagement in safety
How to engage employees in safety and health by using learning teams and other strategies for getting employees involved; includes principles of human organizational performance.

Breastfeeding and Early Nutrition for Infants
2021-07-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
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Breastfeeding and Early Nutrition for Infants
In this event from Summer Learning series, discover the importance of early nutrition for infants. Find out how Early Head Start programs can better support new mothers.

SUMMER SESSION: Food Service Training
2021-07-13 12:30 - 13:30 | Microsoft Teams
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SUMMER SESSION: Health, Education & New Guidance
2021-07-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Microsoft Teams
Required for summer session staff
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Head Start Forward: Mental Health and Staff Wellness
2021-07-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
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Head Start Forward: Mental Health and Staff Wellness

Join the third webinar in the five-part Head Start Forward series for guidance and support programs can use as they work toward full enrollment and fully in-person comprehensive services. Discover mental health and staff wellness resources and strategies. Keep the conversation going on social media using #HeadStartForward.
Certificates of Attendance will not be provided for this event. For more information about registration, access, or alternate phone lines, contact webcasts@hsicc.org. If you need to make accommodations for colleagues with hearing impairments, please send your request at least three business days prior to the event.

Time

Jul 14, 2021 11:00 AM

SUMMER SESSION: Transportation for Bussed Sites
2021-07-14 11:15 - 12:15 | Microsoft Teams
Required for summer session staff at bussed sites
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Caring for and Communicating with Children who have Experienced Trauma
2021-07-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Webinar
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Caring for and Communicating with Children who have Experienced Trauma
This training provides an overview of stress and trauma and introduces a strategic approach to engaging in trauma-sensitive care and communication for children and youth involved in the foster care system.

The Science Behind Social and Emotional Development
2021-07-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
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The Science Behind Social and Emotional Development
Our earliest relationships are at the heart of social and emotional development. They set the stage for learning throughout our life. In this webinar, learn about the science behind early social and emotional development in infants and toddlers. Explore research about how social and emotional development supports learning across the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (ELOF) domains.
Discover relationship-building strategies that support infants’ and toddlers’ social and emotional development. Join Beth Zack, Ph.D., from the National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning for the next webinar in the BabyTalks series.
This webinar will have English and Spanish captioning.

Making the Most of Focused Observations: A component of the Practice-Based Coaching Cycle
2021-07-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
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Making the Most of Focused Observations: A component of the Practice-Based Coaching Cycle
In this Coaching Corner webinar, explore best practices that promote effective focused observations. Learn how focused observations can be done virtually or in person and how to use coaching strategies to support coachees across all program options.

Talking About Substance Use: COVID-19, Equity, and Stigma
2021-07-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
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Talking About Substance Use: COVID-19, Equity, and Stigma
This webinar will explore the impact of COVID-19 on substance use, with a focus on issues related to equity and stigma. Increase your understanding of substance use and learn evidence-based strategies to help reduce associated stigma. Discover how racism and other forms of discrimination increase substance use stigma. The webinar will also share how to support community advocacy and partnerships to address substance use.

Stress and Trauma Part 1: Pandemic-related Struggles and Lessons Learned
2021-07-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
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Stress and Trauma Part 1: Pandemic-related Struggles and Lessons Learned
This webinar will provide a foundational understanding of trauma. It will also place the pandemic in perspective on a continuum of stress and trauma. Explore racial and economic disparities in the context of COVID-19. Discover how certain risk and protective factors contribute to differences in the pandemic’s effect on communities, families, and individuals.

Inclusion Series: Increased Opportunity and Learning for Children with Disabilities
2021-07-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
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Inclusion Series: Increased Opportunity and Learning for Children with Disabilities
In this Inclusion webinar, explore how to bring an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) or an Individualized Education Program (IEP) to life! Learn ways to make the IFSP or IEP a genuine part of a child’s everyday routines in their learning environment, home, or community.
Learn how Disability Service Coordinators can support teachers, home visitors, and child care providers to create plans for achieving IFSP or IEP goals in collaboration with families and specialists.
This webinar will have English and Spanish captioning.

Fundamentals of Program Planning for the Return to Fully In-person Services
2021-07-28 11:00 - 12:30 | Webinar
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Fundamentals of Program Planning for the Return to Fully In Person Services
This session will review the fundamentals of program planning and how this process supports Head Start/Early Head Start services as they return to full in-person comprehensive services. The session will highlight the utility of the Program Planning Cycle and the community assessment. The event will also reinforce the importance of Head Start Program Leadership (governing body/Tribal Council, Policy Council and key management staff) in the planning process.

Stress and Trauma Part 2: Buffering the Impact of the Pandemic
2021-07-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
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Stress and Trauma Part 2: Buffering the Impact of the Pandemic
This webinar will build on Part 1 of the Stress and Trauma series. Discover strategies to reduce the negative impact of the pandemic in Head Start settings and children’s homes. Participants will also be invited to reflect on strategies for wellness and healing for themselves and their communities.

Head Start Forward: Health and Safety Considerations
2021-08-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
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Head Start Forward: Health and Safety Considerations

Join the fourth webinar in the five-part Head Start Forward series for guidance and support programs can use as they work toward full enrollment and fully in-person comprehensive services. Hear about important health and safety considerations. Keep the conversation going on social media using #HeadStartForward.
Certificates of Attendance will not be provided for this event. For more information about registration, access, or alternate phone lines, contact webcasts@hsicc.org. If you need to make accommodations for colleagues with hearing impairments, please send your request at least three business days prior to the event.

Time

Aug 4, 2021 11:00 AM

Ready and Resilient! Promoting the Resilience of Children and Adults
2021-08-04 11:00 - 12:30 | Webinar
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Ready and Resilient! Promoting the Resilience of Children and Adults, by Dr. Nefertiti B. Poyner
Each day, children and adults rely upon strong social-emotional skills as we navigate various life experiences. Learn strategies to support the resilience and social-emotional well-being of children and adults in this reflective webinar presented by Dr. Nefertiti B. Poyner. We will unpack key elements for creating early childhood environments that promote strong social-emotional development and how to build the protective factors both adults and children need to be resilient. In this webinar you will learn to:

Define the words risk factors, protective factors and resilience.
Explain behaviors related to building protective factors in children.
Explain behavior related to building protective factors in adults.

All sessions are 1.5 hours long, and include a brief announcement from our sponsor.
August 4, 2021 from 11:oo am – 12:30 pm
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Can’t participate in our webinars at the appointed time? Never fear! All of the webinars are recorded. To view the recording, simply register now and you will receive an email with a link to the recording when it is ready to be viewed. You can still download the certificate by watching the recording to the end when the certificate link is announced and displayed on the screen.
Only 3,000 people at one time can attend our webinars, but registration often tops 4,000. Only the first 3,000 people to click the link to attend the webinar will be able to get in. We start the webinars 30 minutes in advance of the start time. Arrive early to make sure you get in.
Please be advised that you will only be eligible for the great door prizes if you participate in the live session.
You can earn .2 CEUs for each webinar. The cost is $15 paid to University of Oklahoma online when you apply. Learn more here: Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from University of Oklahoma
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Ventilation Basics for Head Start Programs
2021-08-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
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Ventilation Basics for Head Start Programs
Join this webinar to hear from an expert on ventilation of indoor spaces in Head Start programs to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Topics include how to assess your ventilation system and ways to increase the flow of clean air. The webinar will also provide guidance for questions to ask your program’s ventilation consultant and products to consider purchasing.

Recognizing and Challenging Implicit Bias
2021-08-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Webinar
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Recognizing and Challenging Implicit Bias
This training provides an overview of what implicit bias is and how it can get in the way in our daily lives and work. Additionally, this training explores the significance of understanding and accounting for implicit bias and strategies to identify, reflect, and disrupt biases.

Being Thorough: A Concept for Building High-Performance in Your Early Childhood Program
2021-08-19 11:00 - 12:30 | Webinar
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Being Thorough: A Concept for Building High-Performance in Your Early Childhood Program
There’s no magic to creating dynamic learning environments or cultivating powerful relationships with children, their families, or staff members. Oddly enough the primary ingredient for success may just be simply…being thorough.
Over the years, the meaning of “high-quality” in early care and education programs has become murky and subjective. So much so, that many of us have lost a clear understanding of what high-quality actually looks like. But when we instill a culture dedicated to being thorough, there’s no ambiguity in our actions. It’s about being complete, precise, and aware of our actions and interactions.
In this webinar, presented by Christy Jones-Hudson, you will learn that high-performing teachers aren’t perfect, and they don’t always get it right the first time. But their motivation and passion go hand-in-hand as they sharpen their skills. They exude confidence and handle uncomfortable situations with ease and professionalism.
Being thorough nearly guarantees teachers will become performers. Thoroughness is a skill that’s quickly becoming extinct, but as a program leader you can guide teachers to become thorough and deliver outstanding care for children and families.
Join this webinar to:

Explore definitions of “high performance” and “high quality” in early care and education programs.
Explore the concept of being thorough and how it applies to our programs and staff.
Learn five strategies you can convey to your staff so they become more thorough instantly.
Engage in various scenarios that demonstrate thoroughness in comparison to inefficient practices.

Region 9 Education & Family Services Training
2021-08-23 09:30 - 12:00 | Microsoft Teams
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