Head Start of Lane County

Medic Skill Check
2019-09-19 15:00 - 16:00, 2019-09-06 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Grand Room 7, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, OR, United States

New Teacher Training
2019-09-06 08:30 - 11:30, 2019-09-05 15:00 - 18:00 | Grand Cafeteria, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, Oregon, United States

Using Ongoing Child Assessment to Support Effective Preschool Teaching Practices
2019-05-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Using Ongoing Child Assessment to Support Effective Preschool Teaching Practices
Register Online Now!
In this episode of Teacher Time, learn about the ongoing assessment process. Discover strategies for collecting, analyzing, and using data to inform and improve preschool teaching practices. Explore ways to share ongoing assessment data regularly with families, as well as with other teachers as children transition from Head Start to another preschool program or kindergarten. Hear tips, share strategies, and ask questions related to ongoing child assessment for preschoolers.
Topics for the webinar include:

Identifying the four stages of the ongoing assessment cycle
Collecting ongoing assessment data in a focused and meaningful way
Preparing for collecting, analyzing, and using data in an ongoing way to inform interactions and learning experiences
Using ongoing assessment data to inform and improve preschool teaching practices

Target Audience

Education staff who interact daily with preschool-aged children
Family child care providers
Education managers, coaches, and child development specialists
Support staff

How to Register
Select the link to register for the webinar:
https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/1887028/FA0B4E21CFFB2ADD2ACDE8423645B3F3

Planned Language Approach: Focus on Phonological Awareness
2019-05-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
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Join the series to learn strategies for implementing the Planned Language Approach’s (PLA) Big 5 for ALL. The PLA is a comprehensive, systemic, research-based way for Head Start and Early Head Start programs to ensure optimal language and literacy services for children who speak English and for children who are dual language learners (DLLs). Children need high-quality experiences in each of the Big 5: Background Knowledge; Oral Language and Vocabulary; Book Knowledge and Print Concepts; Alphabet Knowledge and Early Writing; and Phonological Awareness.
This final webinar in the five-part series focuses on phonological awareness. It is children’s ability to focus on and manipulate individual sounds (phonemes) in spoken words. Children develop phonological awareness as they learn to recognize that language can be broken into words, syllables, and smaller sounds. Learn how to promote phonological awareness for all children in your programs.
Topics for the webinar include:

Research about phonological awareness
The development trajectory for these skills in children ages birth to 5
Strategies to support phonological awareness for children who are DLLs
Connections between phonological awareness, PLA, coordinated approaches, and the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework

Target Audience

Head Start, Early Head Start, Migrant and Seasonal Head Start, and child care program leaders and education staff
Center-based, family child care, public pre-K, and home visiting programs
Early childhood specialists
Regional T/TA staff

How to Register
Select the link to register for the webinar:
https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/1884467/D997513EA553FAC30DFE5E1D88716189

Supporting Children with Autism in Early Childhood Education Settings
2019-05-11 08:30 - 15:30 | LCC Main Campus: Building 4, Room 204, LCC - 4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, OR, 97405, United States
Supporting Children with Autism in Early Childhood Education Settings
Registration available online

Location : Lane Community College- Main Campus
Room: Building 4/Room 204
Date : 5/11/2019 (one day)
Time : 8:30 AM-3:30 PM on Sat
Level : Set 1

Class Description
This training opportunity will provide child care providers with a greater understanding of working with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Learn about characteristics of ASD, behavioral strategies, and simple activities to encourage social and language skill development. Participants will leave with a visuals bag to take to their classrooms, as well as access to the STAR Autism Support online Media Center.
Instructor(s) :
Alicia Balfrey
Brenda Hancock

Medic Skill Check
2019-05-09 | Grand Room 7, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, OR, United States
Sessions at 8:30am and 2:00pm
Email jsperry@hsolc.org to sign up

PBIS Module II: Teaching Social Emotional Skills
2019-05-03 08:30 - 11:30 | Grand Cafeteria, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, Oregon, United States
This month for our new teacher training series, we will be making up the training we missed back in March when the Snowpocalypse (aka Snowmageddon) happened. The topic this month is PBIS module 2: Teaching Social Emotional Skills and is most appropriate for Preschool staff (EHS staff can pass on this one). We will be learning about supporting SE learning across the day, teaching friendship skills, supporting emotional literacy, teaching self calming skills, and problem solving skills. The training is offered twice and staff are welcome to attend whichever session best fits their schedule. Although designed for new or newly promoted Teachers and Head Teachers, any staff member may attend with their supervisor’s permission.

Thursday, May 2 in Whiteaker Meeting Room 7 from 3-6pm
Friday May 3 in the Whiteaker Cafeteria from 8:30-11:30am

Medic Skill Check
2019-05-03 08:00 - 09:00 | Grand Room 7, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, OR, United States
We have added an “add in” class for Medic Skill Check this coming Friday 8:00-9:00 in Whiteaker room #7. Email jsperry@hsolc.org to sign up.

PBIS Module II: Teaching Social Emotional Skills
2019-05-02 15:00 - 18:00 | Grand Room 7, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, OR, United States

April Teacher Training
2019-04-19 08:30 - 16:00 | Grand Street, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, OR, United States
Registration for April Teacher Training Sessions is now OPEN!
Follow this SurveyMonkey Link to select your sessions: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6T6ZBMJ-P

The April Teacher Training has a conference-style format. You have the opportunity to attend the sessions that align with your professional development goals, your interests or needs. Use this form to indicate your selections. If in doubt, please consult with your supervisor to determine an appropriate amount of training hours and/or for guidance in choosing training topics.

For all other questions, please contact Mary Groesbeck, Professional Development Manager (mgroesbeck@hsolc.org)

8:30 – 11:30
Using the Outdoor Classroom
NatureExplorer
Experience innovative techniques for using outdoor classrooms as an integral part of children’s daily learning.

8:30 – 9:30
Kindergarten Transition
Stephanie Kearney
This session will include information about Kindergarten Transition and Child Plus such as helpful reports and where and how to document. We will also talk about Transition Summaries and what information to include in them. Ideas for child & classroom activities and resources for families will also be shared.

8:30 – 10:00
Using Sensory as a Prevention Strategy in the Classroom
Kayla Goddard

8:45 – 9:45
TS Gold Documentation Tips & Tricks
Angel Nichol & Tonya Pickner
This session will cover tips and tricks for collecting documentation for assessment. We will look around the classroom to find opportunities for the whole teaching team to help gather information about the skills of young children.

9:00 – 11:00
What You Think, You Become: A Look at Growth Mindset & Professional Vision Board
Jen Cooper & Lisa Kinser-Wehr
Spend some time with us considering how your professional perception of yourself and your abilities might affect your career goals. Let’s consider Growth Mindset as a strategy to learn & grow as a professionals so that we can reach our potential in the workplace. Then join us to create a professional vision board that is a graphic & inspirational reminder to yourself of your occupational ambitions! Bonus: you can facilitate Growth Mindset in your classrooms too!

10:00 – 11:30
Applying Safety in Motion in the Classroom
Shanna Hall & Lorraine Navarro
How to spot potential hazards (adult safety) and how to prevent common workplace injuries in the classroom. Hands on practice with incorporating the SAIF Simplicity techniques.

10:15 – 11:15
Mealtime: The CACFP Way
Caroline Weber

10:15 – 11:15
CATCH
Val Haynes & Angel Nichol
Join us as we explore CATCH activities, starring Andi and Sherri our film stars.

12:30 – 3:30
Supporting Infants & Toddlers with TS Gold, Family Involvement & Individualizing
Jen Cooper
For Early Head Start staff

12:30 – 3:30
Using the Outdoor Classroom
NatureExplorer
Experience innovative techniques for using outdoor classrooms as an integral part of children’s daily learning.

12:45 – 2:30
Connecting With Families: How to Leave Me At The Door
Heidi Johnson
Have you ever worked with a family that you just can’t seem to connect with? Or wondered if you somehow crossed a line? During this training, we will explore and discuss how to build better relationships with families by:
• Using Strength-Based Language
• Determining Boundaries, and
• Examining our own Implicit Biases
Come learn and discover some new tools to help expand your family support tool box! Hope to see you there!

12:45 – 2:15
Applying Safety in Motion in the Classroom
Shanna Hall & Lorraine Navarro
How to spot potential hazards (adult safety) and how to prevent common workplace injuries in the classroom. Hands on practice with incorporating the SAIF Simplicity techniques.

12:45 – 2:15
Second Step
Stephanie Kropp
Learn about the Second Step curriculum for teaching social emotional skills. In this session you will be introduced to the parts and sequence of the curriculum along with opportunities to practice some of the activities.

2:30 – 4:00
Room Clears
Kerry Holmes
Our fall training on this topic ran short of time so we are trying again! This session will address how room clears fit within the PBIS model, discussion of what makes a successful room clear, and essential elements that need to be in place. We will also spend some time planning for what a room clear might look like in your classroom.

Supporting Children’s Self Regulation Using Books, Activities, and Calm Spaces
2019-04-15 | LCC Main Campus, 4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, OR, 97405, United States
Supporting Children’s Self Regulation Using Books, Activities, and Calm Spaces
presented by Natalya McComas, Behavior Consultant and Jeanie Smith, School Psychologist & Evaluator from Early Childhood CARES
Do you want to know what you can to do help children develop skills to cope with strong feelings, focus their attention, and control impulses? If so, this workshop will provide you with developmental information, current resources from the literature, and tools that will promote children’s social, emotional, and behavioral success in your classroom. Come learn what children need you to know about supporting their self-regulation.

Offered by EC CARES and Quality Care Connections

Monday, April 15, 2019
Time and Location TBA

New Teacher Training
2019-04-05 08:30 - 11:30 | Grand Cafeteria, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, Oregon, United States
Safety First Pt 1: Identifying Dangerous Behaviors and First Response Strategies

Prepare Out Loud
2019-04-04 17:00 - 19:30 | South Eugene High School, 400 E 19th Ave, Eugene, OR, 97401, United States
Learn the facts. Take action. Talk about it.
Together we can rise to the challenge of a Cascadia Earthquake
The American Red Cross will be offering a free community program at South Eugene High School’s Auditorium. The Prepare Out Loud presentation will empower you to be ready for disasters of all kinds (including a Cascadia earthquake) by taking practical steps to start preparing, being vocal about your preparedness and encouraging others to start preparing.
This program is open to the whole community, we welcome businesses, nonprofits, individuals, families, faith organizations as all will be affected during a Cascadia event or other local disasters. The recent snowstorm affected some neighborhoods & communities in Lane County for several days without power and/or damaged houses. It is always good to be prepared!
Thursday, April 4th
5:00-6:00 Preparedness Fair
6:30-7:30 Prepare Out Loud program

New Teacher Training
2019-04-04 15:00 - 18:00 | Grand Cafeteria, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, Oregon, United States
The Thursday evening session has been cancelled. The Friday morning session is available.

Rest and Revive Wellness Challenge
2019-03-18 - 2019-05-13
Kaiser-Permanente-Rest-and-ReviveMarch 15

Medic Skill Check
2019-03-15 14:00 - 15:00, 2019-03-07 | Grand Room 7, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, OR, United States
The hands-on portion of the online 1st aid, CPR and AED training.

March All Staff
2019-03-15 08:00 - 12:00 | Center for Meeting & Learning, LCC - 4000 E 30th Ave Ste 19, Eugene, OR, 97405, United States
March All Staff
Friday, March 15th
LCC Center for Meeting & Learning
8:00 – Fellowship, Vendor Booths, Coffee
8:30 – All Staff Meeting
Keynote Speaker: Laura van Dernoot Lipksy
Laura van Dernoot Lipsky, founder and director of The Trauma Stewardship Institute and author of Trauma Stewardship: An Everyday Guide to Caring for Self While Caring for Others, has worked directly with trauma survivors for more than three decades.
12:00 – Lunch: Latin Influence
Chipotle Rubbed Chicken Fajitas with Roasted Peppers & Red Onion (GF)
Simmered Black Beans & Rice (GF/VG) | Poblano & Cactus Slaw (GF/VG)
Field Greens with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette (GF/VG) | Flour Tortillas (VG)
There will be pullout sessions with Laura in the afternoon following lunch.

Building Resilience through a Trauma-informed Preschool Classroom
2019-03-06 18:30 - 20:00 | LCC Main Campus: Building 4, Room 106, LCC - 4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, OR, 97405, United States
Building Resilience through a Trauma-informed Preschool Classroom
with Kari Hagemeyer & Corrinne Kaleese
Childhood trauma is prevalent in our community, with research suggesting that more than 60% of Oregon’s children experience traumatic childhood events. What is trauma, how does it affect the brain, and how can we build resilience in children through trauma-informed teaching practices? Come to this training to explore answers to these questions.

Offered by EC CARES and Quality Care Connections
Register Here

Wednesday, March 6, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Lane Community College- Main Campus
Building 4/ Room 106

*POSTPONED* New Teacher Training
2019-03-01 08:30 - 11:30, 2019-02-28 15:00 - 18:00 | Grand Cafeteria, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, Oregon, United States
PBIS module 2: Teaching Social Emotional Skills will be rescheduled.

February Teacher Training
2019-02-15 | Grand Cafeteria, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, Oregon, United States
Invitation extended to admin, food service, and bus drivers:

We are very excited about the upcoming teacher meeting on Friday February 15th and would like to extend the invitation to admin, food service, and bus drivers to join us. As most of you are aware, our agency has been working hard to look at and respond in healthier ways to the trauma that we are exposed to via our work and lived experiences. In addition to our agency work related to the Trauma Stewardship book, we now have an opportunity to launch a Trauma Informed Care Project and we need YOU.

In the spirit of true transparency I have to tell you up front that this is going to involve a survey. Now wait! Before you roll your eyes or push close, please read on. It would be impossible to foster increased staff wellness or improve our services to families without your voice and important input. We wanted to provide paid time that does not take you away from other important work to gather this feedback. With that in mind, we will be spending a significant amount of time on the survey and discussion groups at the upcoming teacher meeting.

This will be your chance to help steer the ship that is Head Start of Lane County and guide our trauma sensitivity work moving forward. At the teacher meeting we will be asking if staff have interest in being part of the ongoing efforts. It is our goal to be sure you feel safe and have what you need to be honest and truly anonymous when taking the survey. Elaine Walters, Founder and Director of the Trauma Healing Project, will be our guest at the meeting and will be assisting us in the launch of this project.

The February teacher meeting is scheduled for Friday Feb 15 in the Whiteaker Gym. The agenda includes the following:

Announcements

Ed Feil will be providing additional information on HSOLC participation in MomNet.

Trauma Informed Care (T.I.C.) survey and discussion groups

There are two sessions available:

-AM Session is from 8:30-11:30 (Non teaching staff who are joining the Trauma Informed part should arrive at 9:30am) Regions 1, 2, 4, & 5 are scheduled for the morning

-PM Session is from 12:30-3:30 (non teaching staff who are joining the Trauma Informed part should arrive at 1:30) Regions 3, 6, & 7 are scheduled for the afternoon.

We look forward to seeing you!

Also– consider furthering these efforts by joining the Wellness Team! The Wellness Team meets between the two sessions, 11:30-12:30.

Understanding and Supporting LGBTQ populations
2019-02-13 12:00 - 16:30 | Lane Education Service District (Rooms 2, 3, and 4), 1200 State Hwy 99 N, Eugene, OR, 97402, United States
This FREE workshop will provide opportunities to explore:

Gender identity, gender expression, and sexual attraction-vocabulary and definitions
Why gender identity is a matter of health and safety
How intersectionality further makes LGBTQ populations vulnerable
How to create welcoming spaces and conversations for LGBTQ populations

Lunch will be provided from 12:00pm-1:00pm and the training will be from 1:00-4:30pm. A training completion certificate with ORO hours and PDUs will be awarded to attendees.

Trainers
Julie Heffernan, Ph.D.
Director of the Master’s Program and Licensure for the Department of Education Studies at the University of Oregon and co-director of UOTeachOUT. Julie has 13 years of experience teaching K-12 and 10 years of experience teaching in higher education. Her areas of specialty include equity and inclusion research, gender and sexuality minority issues in education (LGBTQ), school culture and bullying, and teacher education. Her research focus is on heteronormativity in K–12 schools and curriculum theories addressing minority studies and systems of oppression.
Tina Gutierez-Schmich, Ph.D.
Equity Director for Bethel School District and Adjunct Faculty in the College of Education at the University of Oregon, and co-director of UOTeachOUT. Tina has over 30 years of experience in education including early childhood education, K-12, and higher education. Her areas of specialty include issues of equity, access, and inclusion in education, conflict and dispute resolution, and restorative practices. Her research focus is on public pedagogy and the productive spaces within conflict and discord in communities.

Medic Skills Check
2019-02-07 | Grand Room 7, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, OR, United States

New Teacher Training
2019-02-01 08:30 - 11:30, 2019-01-31 15:00 - 18:00 | Grand Cafeteria, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, Oregon, United States
Emotion Coaching & Attachment

The Power of Play
2019-01-26 13:00 - 15:30 | Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave., Eugene, OR, 97401, United States
Megan Barella presents a free training on “The Power of Play” for preschool teachers.
Hear about research on how play engages young children and motivates learning. Try hands-on activities and educational play methods to share with students. Find everyday ways to replace stress with fun and increase joy in your classroom. Additionally, Rachael Perry, Eugene Public Library’s Early Literacy Coordinator, will recommend books and other resources.
Megan Barella, MS, is a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator and Master Trainer with a 20 year background in education. She teaches widely and blogs about positive parenting and mindfulness tools at www.meganbarella.com.
No pre-registration is required. To receive Set 2 Community Training Hours for the Office of Child Care licensing, call Quality Care Connections in advance at 541-463-3300.
Free childcare is available during the training if reserved in advance; starting Jan. 2, contact Eugene Public Library at 541-682-8316.

Medic Skills check
2019-01-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Grand Street, 21 N Grand St, Eugene, OR, United States
