Compass Trainings

This training is being held on Wednesday 4/1/20 from 7:00pm-9:00pm ONLINE!.  Join us via video link through Canvas and come learn how we too often describe cultural diversity as the nationality, race and ethnicity of a group pf people. Forgotten in this is that culture encompasses everything of a group, be they the family circle, a neighborhood, a classroom, the workplace, our places of worship, a town, region, etc. This workshop explores participants own cultural identities through self-exploration, reflection and group discussion, as it is only through, first, understanding our own cultural identity that we can appreciate and respect those of the families and children with which we work.

This training is being held on Thursday 4/2/20 from 1:00pm-3:00pm ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online and learn more about the factors, which affect a child’s behavior and ability to learn. We will explore how a child's temperament, learning styles, special needs and development of social skills complete a child and make them who they are.  You will be able to walk away with techniques and understanding of how you can foster and support each child.

This training is being held on Thursday 4/2/20 from 6:30pm-8:30pm ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online and learn how Albert Einstein said, “Play is the highest form of research.” yet children are often held back from the benefits of outdoor play. Outdoor play benefits a child’s physical, emotional and social health all while building an appreciation and awareness of the world around them. In this workshop we will discuss the benefits and importance that playing outdoors provides young children and what steps can be taken if outside space is unavailable.

This training is being held on Tuesday 4/7/20 from 6:30pm-8:30pm in ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online to learn how most of us love a good story and so do children! Children’s books and stories open up new worlds for children and endlessly spark their imaginations. They can be used in many different ways --- extending children’s interests and supporting other curriculum areas to name a few. Come let us inspire you to think creatively and continue keeping stories alive for children.

This FREE training is being held on Wednesday 4/8/20 from 6:30pm-8:30pm ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online and we will examine the variety of situations that young children face that cause them stress and anxiety (for example, divorce, homelessness, loss, parent in the military, etc.).  You will also learn strategies that you can use to help children experiencing trauma more fully live their lives.

This training is being held on Thursday 4/9/20 from 1:30pm-3:30pm ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online and learn new strategies to support you through these times. The thought pattern of "yeah, but what if", followed by worst case scenario happens more and more as the world starts to change. Adults and children need different ways to deal with those thoughts. Tune in to find out what strategies we can use to help!

This Series of Trainings is being held on Mondays 4/13/20, 4/20/20 & 4/27/20 startingat 6:30pm ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online and discuss how with the current upheaval and uncertainty, educators have the opportunity to review, think and learn more about a timely and critically
important topic: children’s emotional development and emotional competence. While the actual reopening of programs remains unknown, it is known that young children will be reunited with their educators. More than ever, young children will need help understanding their feelings and making sense of other peoples’s emotional reactions, be the reactions positive, negative or just plain confusing.

** When you register for 1, you register for all 3**

• Session 1 April 13th 6:30-7:30pm
• Session 2 April 20th 6:30-8:00pm
• Session 3 April 27th 6:30-8:00pm

This training is being held on Tuesday 4/14/20 from 10:00am-12:00pm ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online and clap your hands, tap your toes and swag to the music and movement. Music is the first multiple intelligences to form in a child’s brain.  As a teacher we want to connect movement and music with the brain to learn new skills. Let’s sing, dance, and make fun movements to remember new ideas and skills.  We also look at alerting movement and which ones will calm the body and brain. The environment in and outside of the classroom is so important for the 6 different movements of learning and help produce healthy children.

This training is being held on Wednesday 4/15/20 from 7:00-9:00pm ONLINE! Join us via Canvas online and learn how sensory play is perfect for all ages with appropriate supervision. In addition to being fun and interesting for babies and toddlers, sensory activities encourage children of all ages to investigate and explore- key aspects of rich learning. Discover new ideas and activities for year round play.

This training is being held on Thursday 4/16/20 from 2:00-4:00pm ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online and have a conversation with other educators who are in the same boat as you.  Educators lived by routines and rituals in their classrooms, and now everyone seems to be not sleeping and eating at all hours.  Explore how to create new routines and rituals to help create a new normal and how to prepare creating new routines and rituals for the little ones when school is back in session.

This training is being held on Thursday 4/16/20 from 6:30-8:30pm ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online and explore how educators have close connections with the families we work with. When our families face challenges, we are often the first place they turn for guidance and support. Learn how to offer that support - even virtually - while mindfully practicing your own self care. 

This training is being held on Tuesday 4/21/20 from 1:00-3:00pm ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online and come join other Infant Toddler Educators!  This is an opportunity  to connect with other educators during this time of social distancing. Participate in meaningful conversations that will be guided by a facilitator who has 8+ years experience in EI and 10 years as a successful director of a large program. Bring your questions, let’s share ideas and take this time to build connections that will help us all emerge out of this as stronger, more knowledgeable and inspired educators of young children!

This training is being held on Wednesday 4/22/20 from 1:00-3:00pm ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online and come join other Preschool and School Age Educators!  This is an opportunity  to connect with other educators during this time of social distancing. Participate in meaningful conversations that will be guided by a facilitator who has 8+ years experience in EI and 10 years as a successful director of a large program. Bring your questions, let’s share ideas and take this time to build connections that will help us all emerge out of this as stronger, more knowledgeable and inspired educators of young children!

This FREE training is being held on Tuesday 4/28/20 from 6:30pm-8:30pm ONLINE! Join us via Zoom online and come learn about and practice the skills used in listening with intention . Reflect on how we listen to each other and how to assure the other person that she or he has been heard and understood. Explore how to listen for content, meaning and connection, as well as cross cultural communication. Gain skills to communicate your message more clearly.

This training is being held on Tuesday 6/30/20 6:30- 8:30pm, in ARLINGTON-  ABC Preschool, 60 Pond Lane, Arlington.  Children are fascinated by the world around them. They’re endless “why” and “how” questions help us see their natural curiosity in action. For some of us, teaching science feels like an intimidating task. It need not be! Teaching science is not about having “the right answers” to children’s questions. It is about being willing to partner with children on their journey of discovery. We are already doing science in our programs without realizing it. This hands-on workshop will focus on how to “get comfortable” and be inspired by what children can teach us about the world.

This training is being held on Wednesday 5/20/20 from 6:30pm-8:30pm in HAVERHILL, Haverhill YMCA,81 Winer St. Haverhill . As someone who cares for children every day, you are in a unique position to notice when a child may be experiencing problems. Sharing your concerns respectfully with parents shows that you really care about their child. Even if a parent seems to resist your efforts at first, they will most likely be grateful later for your concern. This workshop will provide some insight into how the grief process (denial, anger, etc) influences parental responses, tips on how to talk with parents, start the conversation and forge the partnership to help navigate these sometimes tricky waters.

This training is being held on Wednesday 6/10/20 from 6:30pm-8:30pm in in LYNN - The Gregg House, 106 Broad St. Lynn, Ma.  We will examine how we can encourage children to become more confident and successful learners.  We will explore the importance of play, encouraging children to be self-directed, and how we can help children to play cooperatively.  We will discuss using children’s interests to guide curriculum and scaffolding.

This training is being held on Tuesday 5/12/20 from 6:30pm-8:30pm in QUINCY, Wollaston Child Care, 47 Weston Ave. Quincy. Come gain a better understanding of sensory integration. Explore the environmental considerations that teachers must make for children who respond differently to sensory input. You will discover easy, inexpensive and engaging activities that can easily be incorporated into your curriculum to foster a child’s ability to stay calm and enjoy learning.

This FREE training is being held on Tuesday 5/5/20 from 6:30pm-8:30pm in ARLINGTON- ABC Preschool, 60 Pond Lane, Arlington.  Do you sometimes feel ill equipped to foster the development of math in your program? You are not alone. This workshop will give you confidence that you are already doing math. Come learn how to reframe activities to highlight math concepts and strategies for creating a math rich environment for the children in your program.

This FREE training is being held on Tuesday 6/2/20 from 6:30pm-8:30pm in KINGSTON- The Magical Years Early Learning Center, 142 Pembroke St., Kingston, Ma.  Culture is everything and in this session you will have the opportunity to explore how one’s culture influences routines, care giving style, parenting choices, and professional responses to challenging situations.  

This FREE training is being held on Tuesday 6/2/20 6:30- 8:30pm, in WINCHESTER- KidConnection, 263 Main St. Winchester. Children's success in school and social relationships is significantly dependent on their ability to recognize, appropriately express and control their emotions. Discover the factors, which affect the development of this vital skill. You will learn practical strategies to support young children in developing emotional regulation.