Emergency Preparedness
DC Child Care Connections 209 Upshur St. NW, Third Floor, Washington, DC, United StatesCCDBG Topic: Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster, or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility) Description: Being prepared for emergencies can make a big difference as to whether or not the children in your care and the staff in your program remain safe. In […]
Precautions in Transporting Children and Pedestrian and Bike Safety
DC Child Care Connections 209 Upshur St. NW, Third Floor, Washington, DC, United StatesCCDBG Topic: Appropriate precautions in transporting children (if applicable) Description: This course provides basic knowledge of transportation regulations and includes a demonstration on how to properly conduct a vehicle passenger check, the use of child safety restraints required by District law, proper loading, unloading and monitoring of children. Participants will learn where to find vehicular […]
Infant Safe Sleep Practices
Department of Health - 3rd Floor 899 North Capitol St., NE, Washington, DCCCDBG Topic: Prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleep practices (if serving infants and toddlers) Description: Participants in this course will identify behaviors that increase the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and sleep related infant deaths, learn ways to reduce the risk of SIDS in child care settings and […]
Guardianes de los niños: Prevención del abuso sexual infantil (Stewards of Children: Child Sexual Abuse Prevention in Spanish)
Safe Shores 429 O Street, NW, Washington, DCCCDBG Topic: Recognition and reporting of child abuse and neglect Description: Esta capacitación enseña a los participantes como prevenir, identificar y reaccionar con responsabilidad al abuso sexual infantil. La capacitación incluye discusión sobre asuntos cruciales en la prevención del abuso sexual y la relevancia de estos asuntos en nuestras comunidades. Los participantes van a aprender […]
The Importance of Family Engagement: Engaging Families for Student Success NEW!
OSSE: 1050 First Street NE, Rooms 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DCDescription: In this workshop, participants will be introduced to the key ingredients for great family engagement. They will discuss what family engagement is, discuss why family engagement matters and give clear, intentional examples of family engagement in action. Participants will end with a discussion about additional family engagement considerations and will leave with a toolkit […]
Trauma in the Community: Coping with the Impact of COVID-19
This workshop will discuss the possible impact of COVID-19 on young children and share strategies to help families respond to the ongoing crisis at home and in their respective communities. Facilitators will define community trauma and encourage participants to share their experiences and approaches to reducing the impact of trauma on children.
Week of the Young Child
During the month of April, DC CCC is celebrating the Week of the Young Child, April 10-16, 2021. The Week of the Young Child is an annual celebration that honors young learners and those who teach them.
Music Monday
Music Monday: Participate in a virtual sing-along featuring African drumbeats designed to teach children literacy, language and math skills.
Tasty Tuesday
Explore yoga as a tool to teach young children how to manage emotions and practice healthy fitness habits.
Work Together Wednesday
Learn how to work together as a family to prepare easy, healthy snacks.