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DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261008T210000Z
DTEND:20261008T223000Z
SUMMARY:ERSEA & Family Services | Communities of Practice Fall Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to improve enrollment processes\, reach eligible families\, streamline applications\, address attendance challenges\, and support families through strong parent-child relationships and community partnerships.\n \nThe ERSEA & Family Services Community of Practice for Head Start staff is a collaborative space dedicated to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the enrollment process while strengthening the family support services that help children and families thrive. This community provides a forum for discussing strategies to reach eligible families\, streamline the application process\, ensure fair and equitable selection criteria\, address challenges related to enrollment and attendance\, and build strong family partnerships that meet the diverse needs of the families served. By sharing best practices\, addressing common issues\, and staying informed about relevant policies and regulations\, this community can help Head Start staff enhance their enrollment and family engagement efforts and better serve the needs of children and families in their communities.\n\n Discuss all topics regarding Eligibility\, Recruitment\, Selection\, Enrollment\, Attendance\, and Family Services at this Community of Practice.\n E — Eligibility R — Recruitment S — Selection E — Enrollment A — Attendance Family Services — Parent-child relationships\, family needs\, and community partnerships Miscellaneous Communities of practice are groups of people who share a concern or a passion for something they do and who interact regularly to learn how to do it better (Wenger\, 2006). These communities are intended to provide safe and supportive spaces for participants to share resources and ideas\, explore and question their understandings\, solve challenges\, and form common commitments for action and improvement.
CATEGORIES:FALL SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261009T173000Z
DTEND:20261009T190000Z
SUMMARY:Health & Nutrition | Communities of Practice Fall Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to share knowledge and best practices for child health\, nutrition\, food safety\, and creating healthy learning environmentsThe Health and Nutrition Community of Practice&nbsp\;is a collaborative space where educators\, caregivers\, and administrators can share knowledge\, experiences\, and best practices related to child health and nutrition. This community provides a platform for discussing topics such as healthy learning environments\, health monitoring\, food safety\, promoting healthy habits\, addressing allergies and sensitivities\, and much more! By fostering a supportive environment for professional development and learning\, this community can help HS/EHS staff enhance their skills and ensure that children receive the optimal health\, nutrition and support for their growth and development.
CATEGORIES:FALL SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/48e3fbd2fa114cc9c30841378c3c3e85
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261013T173000Z
DTEND:20261013T190000Z
SUMMARY:Data Management | Communities of Practice Fall Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to improve data collection\, analysis\, reporting practices\, and use data to inform program improvement.The Data Management Community of Practice&nbsp\;is a collaborative space dedicated to improving data collection\, analysis\, and reporting practices. This community provides a forum for discussing data management tools\, addressing common challenges\, sharing best practices\, and staying informed about relevant regulations and reporting requirements. By fostering a supportive environment for professional development\, this community can help Head Start staff enhance their data management skills\, ensure data accuracy and integrity\, and use data to inform program improvement and decision-making.
CATEGORIES:FALL SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/3710893677918ee651b9d0760981d549
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261013T200000Z
DTEND:20261013T213000Z
SUMMARY:Coaches & Education Managers/Specialists | Communities of Practice Fall Series
DESCRIPTION:Coaches & Education Managers/Specialists\n\n Join this community to develop coaching skills\, collaborate on educational strategies and management practices\, and support teachers to improve classroom practices\, learning environments\, and child outcomes.\n\n The Coaches & Education Managers/Specialists Community of Practice is a collaborative space dedicated to supporting and developing coaching skills and management practices among Head Start staff. This community provides a forum for discussing coaching techniques\, educational strategies\, and management approaches\,\n addressing common challenges\, sharing best practices\, and staying informed about relevant theories and research. By fostering a supportive environment for professional development\, this community can help coaches and education managers/specialists enhance their effectiveness in supporting teachers\, improving classroom practices and learning environments\, and ultimately\, promoting positive outcomes for children.\n\n Communities of practice are groups of people who share a concern or a passion for something they do and who interact regularly to learn how to do it better (Wenger\, 2006). These communities are intended to provide safe and supportive spaces for participants to share resources and ideas\, explore and question their understandings\, solve challenges\, and form common commitments for action and improvement.
CATEGORIES:FALL SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/4955042ab6384e5056d0d666793b2e36
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261015T173000Z
DTEND:20261015T190000Z
SUMMARY:Mental Health and Inclusion & Disabilities | Communities of Practice Fall Series
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health & Inclusion/Disabilities\n\nJoin this community&nbsp\;to exchange&nbsp\;approaches for&nbsp\;supporting children's&nbsp\;and staff's&nbsp\;social-emotional&nbsp\;development through&nbsp\;trauma-informed care\,&nbsp\;behavioral&nbsp\;interventions\, and&nbsp\;emotionally safe&nbsp\;environments\, while&nbsp\;also developing&nbsp\;inclusive education&nbsp\;practices\, early&nbsp\;intervention&nbsp\;strategies\, and&nbsp\;support for children&nbsp\;with disabilities.&nbsp\;This group will look&nbsp\;at all aspects of IEP&nbsp\;and IFSP education.\n\nCommunities of&nbsp\;practice are groups&nbsp\;of people who share a&nbsp\;concern or a passion&nbsp\;for something they do&nbsp\;and who interact&nbsp\;regularly to learn&nbsp\;how to do it better&nbsp\;(Wenger\, 2006). These&nbsp\;communities are&nbsp\;intended to provide&nbsp\;safe and supportive&nbsp\;spaces for&nbsp\;participants to share&nbsp\;resources and ideas\,&nbsp\;explore and question&nbsp\;their understandings\,&nbsp\;solve challenges\, and&nbsp\;form common&nbsp\;commitments for&nbsp\;action and&nbsp\;improvement.
CATEGORIES:FALL SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/1699854281d47a7a7496d7c6e7497ca5
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261016T173000Z
DTEND:20261016T190000Z
SUMMARY:HR & Staff Engagement | Communities of Practice Fall Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to address HR management\, recruitment\, retention\, compensation\, and creating positive work environments.The Human Resources and Staff Engagement Community of Practice&nbsp\;is a collaborative space where early childhood educators and HR professionals can share knowledge\, experiences\, and best practices related to HR management and staff engagement in the early childhood field. This community fosters a supportive environment for professional growth\, innovation\, and advocacy. Members can engage in discussions\, participate in workshops\, and collaborate on projects focused on topics such as recruitment and retention\, compensation and benefits\, professional development\, and creating a positive work environment for early childhood educators. The community aims to improve the quality of early childhood education by supporting the well-being and engagement of early childhood educators.
CATEGORIES:FALL SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/186bad359fe7897928bdbd6246cf0869
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261130T183000Z
DTEND:20261130T200000Z
SUMMARY:Health & Nutrition | Communities of Practice Winter Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to share knowledge and best practices for child health\, nutrition\, food safety\, and creating healthy learning environmentsThe Health and Nutrition Community of Practice&nbsp\;is a collaborative space where educators\, caregivers\, and administrators can share knowledge\, experiences\, and best practices related to child health and nutrition. This community provides a platform for discussing topics such as healthy learning environments\, health monitoring\, food safety\, promoting healthy habits\, addressing allergies and sensitivities\, and much more! By fostering a supportive environment for professional development and learning\, this community can help HS/EHS staff enhance their skills and ensure that children receive the optimal health\, nutrition and support for their growth and development.
CATEGORIES:WINTER SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/76191dc94f1f29f10e5ee5c709aab962
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261202T163000Z
DTEND:20261202T180000Z
SUMMARY:Data Management | Communities of Practice Winter Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to improve data collection\, analysis\, reporting practices\, and use data to inform program improvement.The Data Management Community of Practice&nbsp\;is a collaborative space dedicated to improving data collection\, analysis\, and reporting practices. This community provides a forum for discussing data management tools\, addressing common challenges\, sharing best practices\, and staying informed about relevant regulations and reporting requirements. By fostering a supportive environment for professional development\, this community can help Head Start staff enhance their data management skills\, ensure data accuracy and integrity\, and use data to inform program improvement and decision-making.
CATEGORIES:WINTER SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/3d005ffa91942d66f907d9a2b663d1d1
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261203T163000Z
DTEND:20261203T180000Z
SUMMARY:ERSEA & Family Services | Communities of Practice Winter Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to improve enrollment processes\, reach eligible families\, streamline applications\, address attendance challenges\, and support families through strong parent-child relationships and community partnerships.\n \nThe ERSEA & Family Services Community of Practice for Head Start staff is a collaborative space dedicated to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the enrollment process while strengthening the family support services that help children and families thrive. This community provides a forum for discussing strategies to reach eligible families\, streamline the application process\, ensure fair and equitable selection criteria\, address challenges related to enrollment and attendance\, and build strong family partnerships that meet the diverse needs of the families served. By sharing best practices\, addressing common issues\, and staying informed about relevant policies and regulations\, this community can help Head Start staff enhance their enrollment and family engagement efforts and better serve the needs of children and families in their communities.\n\n Discuss all topics regarding Eligibility\, Recruitment\, Selection\, Enrollment\, Attendance\, and Family Services at this Community of Practice.\n E — Eligibility R — Recruitment S — Selection E — Enrollment A — Attendance Family Services — Parent-child relationships\, family needs\, and community partnerships Miscellaneous Communities of practice are groups of people who share a concern or a passion for something they do and who interact regularly to learn how to do it better (Wenger\, 2006). These communities are intended to provide safe and supportive spaces for participants to share resources and ideas\, explore and question their understandings\, solve challenges\, and form common commitments for action and improvement.
CATEGORIES:WINTER SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/3afc328b899472f15c8a3f0f5a30b9f2
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261208T220000Z
DTEND:20261208T233000Z
SUMMARY:Coaches & Education Managers/Specialists | Communities of Practice Winter Series
DESCRIPTION:Coaches & Education Managers/Specialists\n\n Join this community to develop coaching skills\, collaborate on educational strategies and management practices\, and support teachers to improve classroom practices\, learning environments\, and child outcomes.\n\n The Coaches & Education Managers/Specialists Community of Practice is a collaborative space dedicated to supporting and developing coaching skills and management practices among Head Start staff. This community provides a forum for discussing coaching techniques\, educational strategies\, and management approaches\,\n addressing common challenges\, sharing best practices\, and staying informed about relevant theories and research. By fostering a supportive environment for professional development\, this community can help coaches and education managers/specialists enhance their effectiveness in supporting teachers\, improving classroom practices and learning environments\, and ultimately\, promoting positive outcomes for children.\n\n Communities of practice are groups of people who share a concern or a passion for something they do and who interact regularly to learn how to do it better (Wenger\, 2006). These communities are intended to provide safe and supportive spaces for participants to share resources and ideas\, explore and question their understandings\, solve challenges\, and form common commitments for action and improvement.
CATEGORIES:WINTER SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/59ee02c81e9d11b744adc9786204ce49
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261209T210000Z
DTEND:20261209T223000Z
SUMMARY:HR & Staff Engagement | Communities of Practice Winter Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to address HR management\, recruitment\, retention\, compensation\, and creating positive work environments.The Human Resources and Staff Engagement Community of Practice&nbsp\;is a collaborative space where early childhood educators and HR professionals can share knowledge\, experiences\, and best practices related to HR management and staff engagement in the early childhood field. This community fosters a supportive environment for professional growth\, innovation\, and advocacy. Members can engage in discussions\, participate in workshops\, and collaborate on projects focused on topics such as recruitment and retention\, compensation and benefits\, professional development\, and creating a positive work environment for early childhood educators. The community aims to improve the quality of early childhood education by supporting the well-being and engagement of early childhood educators.
CATEGORIES:WINTER SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/42afc2373f39d41fce377a596c99041a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20261210T183000Z
DTEND:20261210T200000Z
SUMMARY:Mental Health and Inclusion & Disabilities | Communities of Practice Winter Series
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health & Inclusion/Disabilities\n\nJoin this community&nbsp\;to exchange&nbsp\;approaches for&nbsp\;supporting children's&nbsp\;and staff's&nbsp\;social-emotional&nbsp\;development through&nbsp\;trauma-informed care\,&nbsp\;behavioral&nbsp\;interventions\, and&nbsp\;emotionally safe&nbsp\;environments\, while&nbsp\;also developing&nbsp\;inclusive education&nbsp\;practices\, early&nbsp\;intervention&nbsp\;strategies\, and&nbsp\;support for children&nbsp\;with disabilities.&nbsp\;This group will look&nbsp\;at all aspects of IEP&nbsp\;and IFSP education.\n\nCommunities of&nbsp\;practice are groups&nbsp\;of people who share a&nbsp\;concern or a passion&nbsp\;for something they do&nbsp\;and who interact&nbsp\;regularly to learn&nbsp\;how to do it better&nbsp\;(Wenger\, 2006). These&nbsp\;communities are&nbsp\;intended to provide&nbsp\;safe and supportive&nbsp\;spaces for&nbsp\;participants to share&nbsp\;resources and ideas\,&nbsp\;explore and question&nbsp\;their understandings\,&nbsp\;solve challenges\, and&nbsp\;form common&nbsp\;commitments for&nbsp\;action and&nbsp\;improvement.
CATEGORIES:WINTER SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/8bf9e97689d8303f8c30e3f63715d257
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20270112T183000Z
DTEND:20270112T200000Z
SUMMARY:Data Management | Communities of Practice New Year Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to improve data collection\, analysis\, reporting practices\, and use data to inform program improvement.The Data Management Community of Practice&nbsp\;is a collaborative space dedicated to improving data collection\, analysis\, and reporting practices. This community provides a forum for discussing data management tools\, addressing common challenges\, sharing best practices\, and staying informed about relevant regulations and reporting requirements. By fostering a supportive environment for professional development\, this community can help Head Start staff enhance their data management skills\, ensure data accuracy and integrity\, and use data to inform program improvement and decision-making.
CATEGORIES:NEW YEAR SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/5c63c84f592cce2c8f57a0f75d899f14
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20270113T183000Z
DTEND:20270113T200000Z
SUMMARY:HR & Staff Engagement | Communities of Practice New Year Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to address HR management\, recruitment\, retention\, compensation\, and creating positive work environments.The Human Resources and Staff Engagement Community of Practice&nbsp\;is a collaborative space where early childhood educators and HR professionals can share knowledge\, experiences\, and best practices related to HR management and staff engagement in the early childhood field. This community fosters a supportive environment for professional growth\, innovation\, and advocacy. Members can engage in discussions\, participate in workshops\, and collaborate on projects focused on topics such as recruitment and retention\, compensation and benefits\, professional development\, and creating a positive work environment for early childhood educators. The community aims to improve the quality of early childhood education by supporting the well-being and engagement of early childhood educators.
CATEGORIES:NEW YEAR SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/5e4eaa7409e8b82b36f50f6cedbce513
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20270114T220000Z
DTEND:20270114T233000Z
SUMMARY:ERSEA & Family Services | Communities of Practice New Year Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to improve enrollment processes\, reach eligible families\, streamline applications\, address attendance challenges\, and support families through strong parent-child relationships and community partnerships.\n \nThe ERSEA & Family Services Community of Practice for Head Start staff is a collaborative space dedicated to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the enrollment process while strengthening the family support services that help children and families thrive. This community provides a forum for discussing strategies to reach eligible families\, streamline the application process\, ensure fair and equitable selection criteria\, address challenges related to enrollment and attendance\, and build strong family partnerships that meet the diverse needs of the families served. By sharing best practices\, addressing common issues\, and staying informed about relevant policies and regulations\, this community can help Head Start staff enhance their enrollment and family engagement efforts and better serve the needs of children and families in their communities.\n\n Discuss all topics regarding Eligibility\, Recruitment\, Selection\, Enrollment\, Attendance\, and Family Services at this Community of Practice.\n E — Eligibility R — Recruitment S — Selection E — Enrollment A — Attendance Family Services — Parent-child relationships\, family needs\, and community partnerships Miscellaneous Communities of practice are groups of people who share a concern or a passion for something they do and who interact regularly to learn how to do it better (Wenger\, 2006). These communities are intended to provide safe and supportive spaces for participants to share resources and ideas\, explore and question their understandings\, solve challenges\, and form common commitments for action and improvement.
CATEGORIES:NEW YEAR SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/b7d4de2219dd41e01204c9fec9ecc8c0
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20270119T183000Z
DTEND:20270119T200000Z
SUMMARY:Health & Nutrition | Communities of Practice New Year Series
DESCRIPTION:Join this community to share knowledge and best practices for child health\, nutrition\, food safety\, and creating healthy learning environmentsThe Health and Nutrition Community of Practice&nbsp\;is a collaborative space where educators\, caregivers\, and administrators can share knowledge\, experiences\, and best practices related to child health and nutrition. This community provides a platform for discussing topics such as healthy learning environments\, health monitoring\, food safety\, promoting healthy habits\, addressing allergies and sensitivities\, and much more! By fostering a supportive environment for professional development and learning\, this community can help HS/EHS staff enhance their skills and ensure that children receive the optimal health\, nutrition and support for their growth and development.
CATEGORIES:NEW YEAR SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/f8a93b63097456f1fa80b0c8b5f55cd3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20270120T183000Z
DTEND:20270120T200000Z
SUMMARY:Mental Health and Inclusion & Disabilities | Communities of Practice New Year Series
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health & Inclusion/Disabilities\n\nJoin this community&nbsp\;to exchange&nbsp\;approaches for&nbsp\;supporting children's&nbsp\;and staff's&nbsp\;social-emotional&nbsp\;development through&nbsp\;trauma-informed care\,&nbsp\;behavioral&nbsp\;interventions\, and&nbsp\;emotionally safe&nbsp\;environments\, while&nbsp\;also developing&nbsp\;inclusive education&nbsp\;practices\, early&nbsp\;intervention&nbsp\;strategies\, and&nbsp\;support for children&nbsp\;with disabilities.&nbsp\;This group will look&nbsp\;at all aspects of IEP&nbsp\;and IFSP education.\n\nCommunities of&nbsp\;practice are groups&nbsp\;of people who share a&nbsp\;concern or a passion&nbsp\;for something they do&nbsp\;and who interact&nbsp\;regularly to learn&nbsp\;how to do it better&nbsp\;(Wenger\, 2006). These&nbsp\;communities are&nbsp\;intended to provide&nbsp\;safe and supportive&nbsp\;spaces for&nbsp\;participants to share&nbsp\;resources and ideas\,&nbsp\;explore and question&nbsp\;their understandings\,&nbsp\;solve challenges\, and&nbsp\;form common&nbsp\;commitments for&nbsp\;action and&nbsp\;improvement.
CATEGORIES:NEW YEAR SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/ffd4a8aa58c341a04355e3c1d79c9bc1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20270121T183000Z
DTEND:20270121T200000Z
SUMMARY:Coaches & Education Managers/Specialists | Communities of Practice New Year Series
DESCRIPTION:Coaches & Education Managers/Specialists\n\n Join this community to develop coaching skills\, collaborate on educational strategies and management practices\, and support teachers to improve classroom practices\, learning environments\, and child outcomes.\n\n The Coaches & Education Managers/Specialists Community of Practice is a collaborative space dedicated to supporting and developing coaching skills and management practices among Head Start staff. This community provides a forum for discussing coaching techniques\, educational strategies\, and management approaches\,\n addressing common challenges\, sharing best practices\, and staying informed about relevant theories and research. By fostering a supportive environment for professional development\, this community can help coaches and education managers/specialists enhance their effectiveness in supporting teachers\, improving classroom practices and learning environments\, and ultimately\, promoting positive outcomes for children.\n\n Communities of practice are groups of people who share a concern or a passion for something they do and who interact regularly to learn how to do it better (Wenger\, 2006). These communities are intended to provide safe and supportive spaces for participants to share resources and ideas\, explore and question their understandings\, solve challenges\, and form common commitments for action and improvement.
CATEGORIES:NEW YEAR SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/e701d1cfa6e36965c00b3c4aebbdfc7a
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20270311T180000Z
DTEND:20270311T193000Z
SUMMARY:Spring Virtual Keynote | Challenging Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:This spring\, we're trying something new: instead of separate sessions by content area\, we're inviting everyone into one shared virtual keynote.\n\n This session brings all CoP participants together to learn from a single expert speaker — a way to get high-quality\, expert guidance to the whole group in one easy 90-minute session\, timed for a season when schedules are especially tight.\n\n Topic: Challenging Behaviors\n Speaker: Erin Troup\n Format: Virtual\, 90 minutes\n \nGrab lunch and come back for the facilitated discussion after the keynote at 12:00pm
CATEGORIES:SPRING SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/79af67e8de1528da0a2c3d3eaaa1b47a
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260904T121134Z
DTSTART:20270311T200000Z
DTEND:20270311T203000Z
SUMMARY:Spring Virtual Keynote Facilitated Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Take a moment to stretch your legs\, grab lunch and join us for a facilitated discussion where we'll discuss the Virtual Keynote.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:SPRING SERIES
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2627communitiesofpractice.sched.com/event/33990dbdf9e5302655873bdbcfbbf0b1
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