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Regístrate para mejores prácticas de transición
Ya está disponible en español en el Indiana Learning Lab un nuevo curso a su propio ritmo llamado "Mejores prácticas para la transición al kindergarten", basado en los Valores de Transición al Aprendizaje Temprano de Indiana.
Este curso está disponible registrándote con tu cuenta y se recomienda a los proveedores, educadores y administradores de preescolar y kindergarten cuyo idioma preferido sea el español.
A lo largo del curso, los participantes aprenderán más sobre cada valor de transición a través de ejemplos específicos, identificarán medidas concretas y utilizarán recursos para poner en práctica los valores en el día a día.
Si tiene alguna pregunta, póngase en contacto con la Oficina de Preparación para el Kindergarten del Departamento de Educación de Indiana (IDOE, por sus siglas en inglés).
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Register for Transitioning to Kindergarten Course
is now available in Spanish on the . This new self-paced course is based on Indiana's Early Learning Transition Values and is available by registering with your account. This opportunity is recommended for preschool and kindergarten educators and administrators whose preferred language is Spanish.
Participants will learn about transitioning values through specific examples, identify concrete action steps, and use resources to bring the values into daily practice.
Contact the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE)'s Office of Kindergarten Readiness with any questions.
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Try Nimble Platform Through September 30
Nimble is a hiring platform designed to connect you with high quality job seekers and streamline the hiring process, saving you valuable time. Through a partnership with the Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL), you can try Nimble until September 30.
Don't miss this opportunity. Sign up before July 31 to see how Nimble can support your program.
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Gain Support and Professional Development with INAEYC
The Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children (INAEYC) has several upcoming opportunities for child care providers.
NAEYC Accreditation Update
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)'s new Early Learning Quality Assessment and Accreditation is now in effect. NAEYC Accreditation steps now include Recognition, Accreditation, and Accreditation+. The previous accreditation model was replaced with a three-tiered approach:
- Recognition: Entry-level designation affirming foundational quality practices through documentation review
- Accreditation: A full accreditation designation with documentation review and potential site visits
- Accreditation+: Advanced level accreditation with guaranteed site visits and additional quality assurance measures
Each tier supports continuous improvement, allowing programs to build upon their quality journey at their own pace. Indiana Paths to QUALITY™ (PTQ) Level 4 requires an assessment visit. Programs must be at the Accreditation+ level to achieve PTQ Level 4.
Reach out to your INAEYC Workforce Coordinator emailing accreditation@inaeyc.org, or a SPARK Coach at PTQ@indianaspark.com for support with accreditation.
Workforce Learning Opportunities
Join INAEYC's Workforce Systems Team for the following sessions:
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Register for SPARK Group Coaching
SPARK Learning Lab is offering 11 new group coaching opportunities starting the first week of July. Collaborate in groups on topics like Paths to QUALITY™, Infant Toddler, Active Supervision, and more.
These virtual coaching sessions last 2-3 months and provide an excellent opportunity to grow skills for your program. Register for SPARK Group Coaching.
Upcoming sessions:
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PTQ Level 2 Advancement for Homes: Mondays at 1:30 p.m. ET from July 7 to August 11
- Bebés y niños pequeños (en español): jueves a la 1:30 p.m. ET del 10 de Julio al 7 de Agosto
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Infant Toddler for Homes: Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. ET from July 8 to August 12
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PTQ Nivel 2 (en español): martes a las 5:30 p.m. ET del 8 de Julio al 12 de Agosto
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NAFCC: Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. ET from July 9 to September 10
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NAEYC: Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. ET from July 9 to September 10
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Active Supervision for Homes: Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. ET from July 10 to August 14
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Infant Toddler for Facilities: Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. ET from July 10 to July 31
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PTQ Level 2 Advancement for Facilities: Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. ET from July 15 to August 12
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Active Supervision for Facilities: Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. ET from July 15 to August 19
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NECPA: Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. ET from July 16 to August 27
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Enroll in SPARK Provider Support Groups
Provider Support Groups are designed to foster genuine connection with peers and will allow you to feel heard.. A new round of Provider Support Groups is coming soon with updated times and dates.
These 90-minute virtual sessions will begin the week of July 21 and continue for 10 weeks. Participants will have the opportunity to share challenges and successes they face as program leaders in a confidential setting with peers and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
The group sessions schedule is listed below:
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Tuesdays from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. ET
- Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. ET
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Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. ET
Have questions about SPARK Provider Support Groups? Reach out to 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.
This week's training schedule includes:
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