• Self

    This professional development course empowers school-age educators to cultivate safe, emotionally secure environments where children develop strong self-esteem, self-control, and independence. It focuses on strategies to help youth embrace their...

  • Self

    This professional development course empowers school-age educators to cultivate safe, emotionally secure environments where children develop strong self-esteem, self-control, and independence. It focuses on strategies to help youth embrace their...

  • Encouraging Positive Behaviors

    Part of working with children also includes managing behaviors. This training will help participants identify common misbehaviors in after school programs and how the environment plays a role. Learn techniques...

  • Intro to Restorative Practices (Part 1)

    This two-part training introduces after-school providers to the foundations of restorative practices and translates those foundations into strategies that work within the unique rhythm of out-of-school time (OST) settings. Restorative...

  • Intro to Restorative Practices (Part 2)

    This two-part training introduces after-school providers to the foundations of restorative practices and translates those foundations into strategies that work within the unique rhythm of out-of-school time (OST) settings. Restorative...

  • School Age Regulations 101

    Navigating New York State child care regulations can feel overwhelming—but regulations are designed to support children's health, safety, and well-being. This highly interactive training introduces participants to the structure and...

  • From Waiting to Engaging: Transition Games That Keep Groups Moving

    This interactive professional development workshop helps school-age child care educators transform transitions from periods of waiting, frustration, and disengagement into purposeful opportunities for connection, learning, movement, and independence. Participants will...

  • Encouraging Positive Behavior

    Part of working with children also includes managing behaviors. This training will help participants identify common misbehaviors in after school programs and how the environment plays a role. Learn techniques to guide positive behaviors and turn misbehaviors into teachable moments for youth.