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Help Families Get the Support They Need
Has a family ever come to you worried about paying for care because of the cost of utilities or food? Do you want to do more to support the families you serve, but aren't sure how?
You have options using Brighter Futures Indiana's Family Resource Navigator, a social networking platform powered by find help. The Family Resource Navigator connects families directly to organizations offering necessary resources, such as food pantries, job training, diaper banks, social support, health services, economic assets, and more. Families thrive when they are healthy, happy, and supported. Tell your families about Family Resource Navigator. Once there, they can:
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Spring into March with Calm
Water the seeds of peace this spring with the Calm app. SPARK Learning Lab is here to offer you a premium Calm subscription to bring peace into your home. Improve sleep, mindfulness, anxiety, and more with Calm.
This offer is eligible to individuals who work, own, or volunteer in an Indiana-based early childhood education or out-of-school care program. Fill out this short form and enjoy your subscription until February 2026.
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Register for New Round of SPARK Group Coaching
Let our coaches meet you where you're at with SPARK Group Coaching. Register for an opportunity with Coach Claire, Coach Jennifer, or Coach Izzy. Practice professional development in areas including Paths to QUALITY™, Infant Toddler, Accreditation, and Active Supervision.
Join us and take your program to the next level. Register now at IndianaSpark.com/cohorts. Mark your calendar for these upcoming opportunities:
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PTQ Level 2 Advancement for Homes: April 7 to May 12 | Mondays at 1:30 p.m. ET
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Infant Toddler for Homes: April 8 to May 6 | Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. ET
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NAEYC: April 8 to June 10 | Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. ET
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Bebés y niños pequeños (en Español): 9 de Abril a 7 de Mayo | miércoles a 6:00 p.m. ET
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PTQ Nivel 2 (en Español): 9 de Abril a 14 de Mayo | miércoles a 1:30 p.m. ET
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NAFCC: April 9 to June 11 | Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. ET
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NECPA: April 9 to June 11 | Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. ET
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Infant Toddler for Facilities: April 10 to May 8 | Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. ET
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Active Supervision for Homes: April 10 to May 8 | Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. ET
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Active Supervision for Facilities: April 10 to May 8 | Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. ET
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PTQ Level 2 Advancement for Facilities: April 15 to May 20 | Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. ET
Have questions about SPARK Group Coaching? Contact the SPARK Help Desk at 1-800-299-1627, help@indianaspark.com, or use the 'Chat with an Expert' feature on IndianaSpark.com.
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Attend Upcoming SPARK Learning Lab Trainings
Explore upcoming training opportunities through SPARK Learning Lab. See a full list of upcoming face-to-face training, live webinars, and live resources, plus read training descriptions and find registration instructions at IndianaSpark.com/training.
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