Upcoming Events

This series of national office hours highlights components of successful infant and early childhood mental health consultation (IECMHC) in Head Start programs. Join this monthly forum to ask questions about IECMHC. Kadija Johnston, LICSW, and Amy Hunter, LICSW, from the National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety (NCHBHS) answer questions from participants and offer in-depth information on a variety of topics related to IECMHC.
 

Are you ready to start preparing for the upcoming program year? Join fellow education managers, disability services managers, and coaches for this virtual event. It’s the best place to plan for pre-service training and extend your own learning. With a music-inspired theme, we’re sampling key topics and presenting a playlist of foundational training — all in one place for you to enjoy! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical strategies to transform your work.

All About the Head Start Coaching Companion

Did you know that the Head Start Coaching Companion supports classroom practices? In this webinar, learn how you can use the Coaching Companion to support education staff through video reflection on teaching practices. This webinar is offered with subtitles in Spanish and English.

¿Sabía que el Head Start Coaching Companion apoya las prácticas en el aula? En este seminario web, aprenda cómo puede utilizar el Coaching Companion para apoyar al personal educativo a través de la reflexión en video sobre las prácticas docentes. Este seminario web se ofrece con subtítulos en español e inglés.

As a home visitor, you build deep connections with families. As part of relationship building, you have conversations with them about many topics. Sometimes these conversations can be challenging when the topics are sensitive such as concerns about a child’s development, housing situations, or mental health. Join this webinar to explore how to address sensitive topics with families while fostering their sense of hope and empowerment. Review essential strategies for navigating these conversations with empathy and respect. Learn practical tools to enhance your communication and build stronger relationships while supporting families in moving forward. Discover effective approaches for before, during, and after challenging conversations, all while maintaining a strength-based perspective

This webinar is offered with English and Spanish captioning.