Upcoming Events

Behavior concerns are often a typical part of development for young children who are learning to regulate their behaviors and emotions, solve problems, and communicate with increasing independence. They still need adult support, especially when feelings are intense. When children have developmental delays or disabilities, they may benefit from more individualized care than everyday teaching strategies. Join this webinar to discuss individualized positive behavior support strategies to ensure a healthy learning environment for children with disabilities or suspected delays. Explore resources and strategies disability services coordinators can use to facilitate this process in Head Start programs.

This webinar is offered with English and Spanish captioning.

The National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety (NCHBHS) has partnered with Illuminate Colorado to bring the Conversation Guide for Professionals on Substance Use, Children, and Families to Head Start staff. The Conversation Guide is a tool that provides ideas and resources to help professionals use strengths-based conversations when working with families. This four-hour training focuses on how to talk with families about substance use, safe and engaged caregiving, and protective factors that promote child and family well-being. It also provides free materials to supplement the training and share with other program staff. Check the registration page for all session dates and times.

Creating Opportunities for Families of the Head Start Workforce

Head Start programs continue to benefit from the strengths, knowledge, and lived experiences of parents who join the program as staff members. In this session, we will explore the parent employment pathway for families. Discover practical strategies to promote intentional and successful parent employment in Head Start programs.

Los programas Head Start siguen beneficiándose de las fortalezas, los conocimientos y las experiencias vividas por los padres que se incorporan al programa como miembros del personal. En esta sesión, exploraremos el camino laboral para los padres de las familias. Descubra estrategias prácticas para promover el empleo intencional y exitoso de los padres en los programas Head Start.

Join us for an engaging webinar that highlights the essential role of family care providers in nurturing responsive relationships with children ages birth through 5. Discover how positive connections with adults foster a sense of security and attachment, enabling children to explore their surroundings with confidence. We share practical strategies for building strong adult–child bonds that promote positive behaviors, emotional well-being, and joyful experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and support the development of the children in your care!

This webinar is offered with English and Spanish captioning.