Weekly Highlights
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February 6, 2024
Happy Tune-In Tuesday! Here are the weekly highlights for the early childhood community in Rhode Island. This issue includes the following sections:
- CELP PD Highlights – Winter PD is Here!
- RISES System Go-Live Preparation & Training – Update from DHS!
- News from RIDE
- Spotlight on School-Age Resources
- Resources for You
- PD in the Community
- Share your news and calendar events!
CELP PD Highlights
CELP Winter Semester PD is Open!
Check out the winter course offerings, there is something for everyone. Click on the link below to see our complete list. Classes start this month and run through March!
For All Early Childhood Professionals:
- Brain Power: 4 Part Series in Social Emotional Learning (previously called Our Amazing Brain). This series, offered in partnership with Empowering Educators, focuses on the brain and learning and includes the concepts of Conscious Discipline’s Brain State Model. *This course counts for the CCRI Professional Development Credit award. Starts Wednesday, February 28th.
New Self-paced PD
- Supporting Social-Emotional Learning through Classroom Routines. This course presents an overview of ways to support young children’s social and emotional learning throughout the day. It focuses on practical strategies for supporting preschool-aged children in developing their social-emotional skills and ways that adults can use routines to meet the needs of young children.
- Boost Your Math Practices. This new self-paced course gives you an overview of ways to support mathematics in early childhood classrooms.
RISES System Go-Live Preparation & Training –
Update from DHS!
Dear Provider Community,
We are excited to announce that the Rhode Island Start Early System (RISES) launched on February 5, 2024 officially. With this significant milestone, it’s crucial to ensure a seamless transition and effective utilization of the system.
There will be more information about RISES in the coming weeks, as well as a dedicated website for more information on the DHS Office of Child Care webpage. In the meantime, we want to afford you the first opportunity to learn about the RISES Workforce Registry System!
On Wednesday, February 7, 2024, from 6pm-8pm, we will be offering a live training of the RISES Workforce Registry for all providers. This training will include:
- Logging in
- Creating your profile
- Managing staff within the system
- Using the Job Board
- Accessing Professional Development Information
- Submitting a ticket for assistance
- Q & A
We look forward to seeing you there! As a note – this webinar will be capped at 500 attendees and registration is required. It will be recorded, and the recording will be posted to the DHS website soon after.
You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Feb 7, 2024 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Workforce Registry Training
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wffa1C1DSOmG07E_l1FQuw
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
In addition to the webinar, to prepare for the upcoming registration process, we encourage you to take the following steps:
- Gather Credential Information: Collect transcripts, course details, teacher certification information, CPR certification, and any other necessary documentation.
- Compile Employment Details: Ensure you have your vaccination records, employment history, and any relevant employment information ready.
This preparation will facilitate a smooth registration process and enable you to engage efficiently with the RISES system upon its launch.
If you have any questions or need assistance during this preparatory phase, feel free to reach out to the Child Care Licensing email at DHS.Childcarelicensing@dhs.ri.gov
We are immensely excited about the launch of RISES and appreciate your dedication to ensuring its successful integration. Thank you for your commitment and cooperation in making the RISES system a success. We look forward to its positive impact on our operations and the communities we serve!
News from RIDE:
Official Launch of URI Online’s ECCE Pre-K-2 Certification Programs for Fall 2024
RIDE is excited to announce, in partnership with the University of Rhode Island, the OFFICIAL launch of 2 new Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Online Programs: the B.S Degree Completion (with PK-2 certification), and the Accelerated Undergraduate Certificate (PK-2 certification only, no degree) programs. These programs are now accepting applications for Fall 2024 admission (DEADLINE: 4/2/2024 (Early Admission); 7/30/2024 (Regular Admission). Click here for the digital flyer with more information, including some program highlights.
Register and attend a virtual or in-person information session to discover the value of a URI Online Early Childhood Care and Education program and learn more about each new program’s curriculum, admission requirements, and TEACH-RI scholarship eligibility requirements. To register, please click the hyperlink for the session you would like to attend and complete the registration form.
- Session 1: Thursday, February 22nd | 6:00 – 7:00 PM ONLINE/VIRTUAL (Click here to register)
- Session 2: Tuesday, February 27th | 6:00 – 7:00 PM ONLINE/VIRTUAL (Click here to register)
- Session 3: Thursday, February 29th | 5:30 – 7:00 PM at the Center for Early Learning Professionals (Click here to register)
- Session 4: Wednesday, March 20th | 5:30 – 7:00 PM at the Center for Early Learning Professionals (Click here to register)
Questions? Complete the “request more information” intake form indicating your interest in either new program. You will be connected with a URI Online intake coordinator that can guide you through the application process. If you have any questions regarding RIDE certification or determining whether this program may be for you based on prior credentials, please reach out to Amanda.Blazka@ride.ri.gov.
- New! Readings about Language and Culture from NAEYC
- New! Check out this article from Zero to Three: How can ‘pandemic babies’ benefit from the brain’s neuroplasticity? | ZERO TO THREE.
- New! The Collaborative for Advancing Health Equity in Out-of-School Time has a new Community of Practice: Centering Equitable Approaches to Healthy Eating and Physical Activity in OST. Click here to find out more.
- A resource called First 8 Studios (at GBH Kids) researches and develops mobile experiences to support the healthy growth of children from birth through age 8. Included on this website are resources for early Science and early Math with options for teacher guides as well as for families.
- Skills for Success: Developing Social and Emotional Competencies in Out-of-School-Time Programs published by The RAND Corporation.
- From the National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety: Early Childhood Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety Resource List.
- The Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) is accepting applications for the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) for Child Care staff pilot. This is a one-year pilot offering CCAP benefits to subsidize the cost of child care for eligible early childhood educators and staff who work in a DHS licensed child care program. Applications will be accepted through July 31, 2024. See this DHS webpage for more information: CCAP for Child Care Staff Pilot | RI Department of Human Services.
Spotlight on School-Age Resources
Informational Articles
Curriculum Resources
EiE, the award-winning curricula division of the Museum of Science, Boston, develops research-based, classroom-tested programs that empower children to become lifelong STEM learners and passionate problem solvers. For grades 3-8, explore Engineering Adventures® and Engineering Everywhere® a multidisciplinary engineering curriculum designed for flexible classroom settings.
Engineering curriculum resources from EIE
Coding curriculum resources from Scratch
Math Resources
Afterschool Math Plus – Afterschool Math Plus is an evidence-based program that provides fun, real-world mathematics activities for students in grades three through eight. Materials include a culturally relevant curriculum designed around four thematic units that engage children. Each unit emphasizes identity development, careers, role models, strategies for family involvement, and inclusion of students with disabilities through an equity lens:
Crazy 8s is the “second child” of the Bedtime Math family. It is the largest recreational after-school math club for elementary-aged kids in the U.S.
Additional Resources
Skills for Success: Developing Social and Emotional Competencies in Out-of-School-Time Programs published by The RAND Corporation.
The Collaborative for Advancing Health Equity in Out-of-School Time has a new Community of Practice: Centering Equitable Approaches to Healthy Eating and Physical Activity in OST. Click here to find out more.
Resources for You
- New! Register for the new webinar in the Home Visiting Series from the Office of Head Start: Honoring Home in Home-based Programs to be held February 14 from 3pm – 4pm. The focus will be on Multicultural Principles and how they can help bring greater meaning and understanding to your interactions with parents and children.
- New! CCRI is offering a new English Language Learners Training for future Early Childhood Educators. Classes start February 24th.
- Readings about Language and Culture from NAEYC
- Supporting Language: Culturally Rich Dramatic Play A resource called First 8 Studios (at GBH Kids) researches and develops mobile experiences to support the healthy growth of children from birth through age 8. Included on this website are resources for early Science and early Math with options for teacher guides as well as for families.
- Check out this article from Zero to Three: How can ‘pandemic babies’ benefit from the brain’s neuroplasticity? | ZERO TO THREE.
- From the National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety: Early Childhood Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety Resource List.
- New! Developmental Milestones Resources: “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” | CDC.
- The Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) is accepting applications for the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) for Child Care staff pilot. This is a one-year pilot offering CCAP benefits to subsidize the cost of child care for eligible early childhood educators and staff who work in a DHS licensed child care program. Applications will be accepted through July 31, 2024. See this DHS webpage for more information: CCAP for Child Care Staff Pilot | RI Department of Human Services.
PD in the Community
New! A webinar from Early Childhood Investigations: How Perspective-Taking Nurtures Empathy, Kindness, & Justice in ECE – Early Childhood Webinars.
New! A series from the NHSA: Tackling Challenging Behaviors: with FUN!: Meeting Registration – Zoom.
Looking for tips on self-care? This Teacher Time web training has effective strategies to support your overall well-being. You can use them with children to create a positive learning environment! Time for You: Self-Care Strategies from Head Start ECLKC.
Our colleagues at the Rhode Island Association for Infant Mental Health (RIAIMH) has PD opportunities for you to explore! Online trainings from RIAIMH. In addition, save the dates for the upcoming Community Conversation Series 2024 have been released: February 13th, March 12th and April 9th from 8:30-10:30AM. The focus being IECMH Trauma Informed Care: Honoring Families, Communities and Culture.
Share Your News and Calendar Events!
Do you have news for Tune-In Tuesday or calendar events that are relevant to the early childhood community of Rhode Island? You can share them through this form. (Center staff may edit your submission for clarity or decline to post any submission.)
Anuncios Destacados
6 de febrero de 2024
¡Feliz martes sintonizado! Aqui tienes los anuncios destacados para la comunidad de educación temprana en Rhode Island. Este boletín incluye las siguientes secciones:
- DP destacado del CELP – ¡Llegó el DP del invierno!
- Preparación y capacitación para la puesta en funcionamiento del sistema RISES – ¡Anuncio de DHS!
- Noticias de RIDE
- Recursos para la comunidad de educación infantil
DP Destacado del CELP
¡Ya llegó el DP del invierno!
Las clases de desarrollo profesional del invierno ya están disponibles. Hay algo para todos. Las clases comenzarán en enero y se extenderán hasta marzo. No te pierdas estas clases, y visita nuestro sitió web para ver todas las clases disponibles este invierno:
Comprender el Impacto del Trauma en los Niños Pequeños – Serie en Línea
Las experiencias dolorosas y estresantes tempranas en la vida pueden tener un efecto duradero en el crecimiento y desarrollo de los niños. Esta serie proporciona una visión general completa del impacto de estas experiencias en los niños pequeños e introduce estrategias efectivas para trabajar con estos niños en un entorno de cuidado infantil. Las sesiones destacarán la importancia de construir relaciones de confianza y reconocer señales y desencadenantes mientras se apoya a los niños con antecedentes de trauma. Esta serie está diseñada para educadores que poseen una sólida comprensión de los fundamentos del desarrollo social y emocional saludable para niños pequeños. Empieza jueves, 14 de marzo.
DP en tu horario
Tenemos desarrollo profesional grabado que puedes tomar cuando te conviene. Hay cursos sobre temas de importancia para educadores de bebes y niños pequeños. Puedes seguir creciendo en tu profesión y profundizar tu conocimiento en un area nuevo o revisar un tema que ya conoces.
Preparación y capacitación para la puesta en funcionamiento del sistema RISES – ¡Anuncio de DHS!
Estimada comunidad de proveedores,
Nos complace anunciar que el sistema de inicio temprano de Rhode Island (RISES) se lanzó oficialmente el 5 de febrero de 2024. Con este importante hito, es crucial garantizar una transición fluida y una utilización efectiva del sistema.
Habrá más información sobre RISES en las próximas semanas, así como un sitio web dedicado para obtener más información en la página web de la Oficina de Cuidado Infantil del DHS. Mientras tanto, queremos brindarle la primera oportunidad de conocer el Sistema de Registro de la Fuerza Laboral de RISES.
El miércoles 7 de febrero de 2024, de 6:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m., ofreceremos una capacitación en vivo sobre el Registro de la Fuerza Laboral de RISES para todos los proveedores. Esta formación incluirá:
- Iniciando sesión
- Creando tu perfil
- Gestión del personal dentro del sistema.
- Uso de la bolsa de trabajo
- Acceso a información de desarrollo profesional
- Enviar un ticket para recibir asistencia
- Preguntas y respuestas
¡Esperamos verlos allí! Como nota: este seminario web tendrá un límite de 500 asistentes y es necesario registrarse. Se grabará y la grabación se publicará en el sitio web del DHS poco después.
Estás invitado a un seminario web de Zoom.
Cuándo: 7 de febrero de 2024, 06:00 p. m., hora del este (EE. UU. y Canadá)
Tema: Capacitación en Registro de la Fuerza Laboral
Regístrese con anticipación para este seminario web:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wffa1C1DSOmG07E_l1FQuw
Después de registrarse, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información sobre cómo unirse al seminario web.
Además del seminario web, para prepararse para el próximo proceso de registro, le recomendamos que siga los siguientes pasos:
- Recopile información de credenciales: recopile expedientes académicos, detalles del curso, información de certificación de maestros, certificación de RCP y cualquier otra documentación necesaria.
- Recopile los detalles del empleo: asegúrese de tener a mano sus registros de vacunación, historial laboral y cualquier información laboral relevante.
Esta preparación facilitará un proceso de registro fluido y le permitirá interactuar de manera eficiente con el sistema RISES desde su lanzamiento.
Si tiene alguna pregunta o necesita ayuda durante esta fase preparatoria, no dude en comunicarse con el Correo electrónico de Licencias de Cuidado Infantil a DHS.Childcarelicensing@dhs.ri.gov.
Estamos inmensamente entusiasmados con el lanzamiento de RISES y apreciamos su dedicación para garantizar su integración exitosa. Gracias por su compromiso y cooperación para hacer del sistema RISES un éxito. ¡Esperamos ver su impacto positivo en nuestras operaciones y las comunidades a las que servimos!
Noticias de RIDE
El formulario de interés de la lotería de prekínder de RI para 2024-25 ya está disponible. Los niños de RI que cumplan 4 años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2024 pueden ser elegibles para un asiento de prekínder GRATUITO. Regístrate para recibir una notificación cuando esté abierta la lotería de RI Pre-K.
RIDE anunció nuevos entrenamientos de RIELDS. Los entrenamientos en español empezaran en enero y los puedes encontrar en esta página.
Recursos para Ti
- ¡Nuevo! CCRI esta ofreciendo una Capacitación de aprendices del idioma inglés para futuros educadores de la primera infancia. Las clases empiezan el 24 de febrero.
- Empoderarla a Través de la Tecnología- CWE RI – En Persona: un taller de alfabetización digital diseñado para empoderar a las mujeres empresarias en su viaje digital. Adquiere las habilidades y herramientas necesarias para prosperar en la era digital, con orientación personalizada adaptada a tus necesidades empresariales.
- WhatsApp Business Para Su Negocio – CWE RI -Virtual: un taller sobre: Manejo de Whatsapp Business: instalación y herramientas; Marketing en Whatsapp Business: cómo crear tu propia estrategia; y Venta con Whatsapp Business: ejemplos de campañas, trucos y consejos.
- Un recurso para familias para interesar a los niños y sus familias en ciencias naturales: First 8 Studios: Ciencia Prescolar: Diviértete Aprendiendo Ciencia.
- Módulo de PBS Kids en español: Enseñando Ciencia temprana con la colección Changing Seasons (pbskids.org)
- LA FUERZA STEM – La Fuerza de Familias Latinas – un programa para fomentar la confianza entre los cuidadores de habla hispana que apoyan el aprendizaje de las ciencias en sus niños. También puede ver el video en YouTube: La Fuerza de Familias Latinas – YouTube.
- CELP ha preparado una Lista de verificación para un ambiente de descanso seguro para bebés.
- El Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Rhode Island (DHS) está aceptando aplicaciones para el programa piloto de asistencia para cuidado infantil (CCAP) para el personal de cuidado infantil. Este es un programa piloto de un año que ofrece beneficios CCAP para subsidiar el costo del cuidado infantil para educadores y personal de educación infantil elegibles que trabajan en un programa de cuidado infantil con licencia del DHS. Se aceptarán solicitudes hasta el 31 de julio de 2024. Esta página de DHS tiene mas información: CCAP for Child Care Staff Pilot | RI Department of Human Services.
