Our offices are closed November 11, 2025 in observance of the federal holiday.
Our offices are closed November 11, 2025 in observance of the federal holiday.
Our offices are closed November 11, 2025 in observance of the federal holiday.
Our offices are closed November 11, 2025 in observance of the federal holiday.
Our offices are closed November 11, 2025 in observance of the federal holiday.
Our offices are closed November 11, 2025 in observance of the federal holiday.
Our offices are closed November 11, 2025 in observance of the federal holiday.

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Play Through the Program Assessment Lens

Play Through the Program Assessment Lens
Nov 13, 2025
6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
Participants will demonstrate the ability to design and implement age-appropriate activities that align with the Program Assessment framework, analyze and reflect on how children's play behaviors enhance their engagement and facilitate the learning process.

Participants will demonstrate the ability to design and implement age-appropriate activities that align with the Program Assessment framework, enhancing the overall learning environment for children.  Participants will analyze and reflect on children's play behaviors to identify specific ways in which play enhances their engagement and facilitates the learning process, leading to improved educational outcomes.

Introduction to ASQ-3 and ASQ: SE-2

Introduction to ASQ-3 & ASQ: SE-2
Nov 19, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
This training will review requirements for developmental screenings and the Ages and Stages questionnaire

This training will review current mandated requirements for developmental screenings and an Ages and Stages refresher course with the developmental screenings we currently use to observe the children in the classroom to help for identifying children's strengths and opportunities for growth.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration. You will receive an email to complete a required pre-assessment that is due prior to the training.

CPR & First Aid Class

CPR & First Aid Class
Dec 6, 2025
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Classes are $50 for two classes, $25 for one class. Call to register with Marc Forman: 239-357-7970

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Cómo Expandir las Actividades en un Aula de Pre-K

Expand Activities in a Pre-K Classroom
Dec 11, 2025
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Los participantes desarrollarán las habilidades necesarias para reconocer y comprender los diferentes elementos del dominio de "Apoyo Instruccional" dentro de la herramienta CLASS para Pre-K.

Estarán preparados para identificar los indicadores esenciales del Dominio de "Apoyo Instruccional" y aprenderán aplicar estos indicadores de manera efectiva en un entorno de aula de Pre-K.

Behavior Management

Behavior Management
Jan 21, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

This training will focus on recognizing and understanding disruptive behavior, defining its various forms. We'll identify the underlying causes that may lead to such behaviors and explore practical strategies for managing and mitigating them. Participants will learn effective communication techniques and methods for fostering a positive environment to reduce disruption.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration.

ASQ-3 in Spanish

ASQ-3 Spanish
Jan 28, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

This training will review current mandated requirements for developmental screenings and an Ages and Stages refresher course with the developmental screenings we currently use to observe the children in the classroom to help for identifying children's strengths and opportunities for growth.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration. You will receive an email to complete a required pre-assessment that is due prior to the training.

Introduction to ASQ-3 and ASQ: SE-2

Introduction to ASQ-3 & ASQ: SE-2
Mar 11, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
This training will review requirements for developmental screenings and the Ages and Stages questionnaire

This training will review current mandated requirements for developmental screenings and an Ages and Stages refresher course with the developmental screenings we currently use to observe the children in the classroom to help for identifying children's strengths and opportunities for growth.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration. You will receive an email to complete a required pre-assessment that is due prior to the training.

Challenging Behaviors

Challenging Behaviors
Apr 15, 2026
6:30pm - 8:30 pm

To help preschool providers develop strategies on how to prevent, address, and respond to challenging behaviors that may interfere within their learning environment.

Teams link will be sent after registration. You will receive an email to complete a required pre-assessment that is due prior to the training.

Behavior Management

Behavior Management
Apr 15, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

This training will focus on recognizing and understanding disruptive behavior, defining its various forms. We'll identify the underlying causes that may lead to such behaviors and explore practical strategies for managing and mitigating them. Participants will learn effective communication techniques and methods for fostering a positive environment to reduce disruption.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration.

ASQ-3 and ASQ: SE-2 Spanish

ASQ-3 Spanish
Apr 22, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
This training will review requirements for developmental screenings and the Ages and Stages questionnaire

This training will review current mandated requirements for developmental screenings and an Ages and Stages refresher course with the developmental screenings we currently use to observe the children in the classroom to help for identifying children's strengths and opportunities for growth.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration. You will receive an email to complete a required pre-assessment that is due prior to the training.

ASQ-3 and ASQ: SE-2 Spanish

ASQ-3 Spanish
Jun 17, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

This training will review current mandated requirements for developmental screenings and an Ages and Stages refresher course with the developmental screenings we currently use to observe the children in the classroom to help for identifying children's strengths and opportunities for growth.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration. You will receive an email to complete a required pre-assessment that is due prior to the training.

Introduction to ASQ-3 and ASQ: SE-2

Introduction to ASQ-3 & ASQ: SE-2
Jun 24, 2026
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
This training will review requirements for developmental screenings and the Ages and Stages questionnaire

This training will review current mandated requirements for developmental screenings and an Ages and Stages refresher course with the developmental screenings we currently use to observe the children in the classroom to help for identifying children's strengths and opportunities for growth.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration. You will receive an email to complete a required pre-assessment that is due prior to the training.

ASQ-3 and ASQ: SE-2 Spanish

ASQ-3 Spanish
Sep 23, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

This training will review current mandated requirements for developmental screenings and an Ages and Stages refresher course with the developmental screenings we currently use to observe the children in the classroom to help for identifying children's strengths and opportunities for growth.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration. You will receive an email to complete a required pre-assessment that is due prior to the training.

ASQ-3 and ASQ: SE-2 Spanish

ASQ-3 Spanish
Nov 18, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

This training will review current mandated requirements for developmental screenings and an Ages and Stages refresher course with the developmental screenings we currently use to observe the children in the classroom to help for identifying children's strengths and opportunities for growth.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration. You will receive an email to complete a required pre-assessment that is due prior to the training.

Connect With Your Class in English

Connect With Your Class in English
Jun 12, 2119
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

This training occurs the 2nd Wednesday of every month on TEAMS.

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Meeting ID: 270 467 700 135 6

Passcode: rv3zp2Vi

The first session will be an open forum for all teachers to connect with the ELC about any topics of interest. Weeks follow will be based on the needs of the teachers. Topics will include: CLASS, Behavior mgmt., Classroom mgmt., Q&A, Lesson plans, Health and Safety and ETC. English training

Connect with your Class in Spanish

Connect With Your Class in Spanish
Jul 26, 2119
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

This training occurs on the 4th Wednesday of every month on TEAMS.

Microsoft Teams Need help?

Join the meeting now

Meeting ID: 282 143 350 425 1

Passcode: V6XT3Jo3

The first session will be an open forum for all teachers to connect with the ELC about any topics of interest. Weeks follow will be based on the needs of the teachers. Topics will include: CLASS, Behavior mgmt., Classroom mgmt., Q&A, Lesson plans, Health and Safety and ETC. Spanish training

MarcoPolo ON DEMAND: Social Emotional Development

MarcoPolo
Sep 11, 2119

These On-Demand courses are available anytine. They focus on best instructional practices to elevate your teaching.

MarcoPolo ON-DEMAND: 5 Discourse Moves to Strenghthen Child-Teacher Interactions

MarcoPolo
Sep 11, 2119

These On-Demand courses are available anytine. They focus on best instructional practices to elevate your teaching.

MarcoPolo ON-DEMAND: Literacy - Developmentally Appropriate Ways to Boost Kindergarten Readiness

MarcoPolo
Sep 11, 2119

These On-Demand courses are available anytine. They focus on best instructional practices to elevate your teaching.

MarcoPolo ON-DEMAND: Math - Developmentally Appropriate Ways to Boost Kindergarten Readiness

MarcoPolo
Sep 11, 2119

These On-Demand courses are available anytine. They focus on best instructional practices to elevate your teaching.