WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CALENDAR
April 2025 - June 2025
Inside This Issue
In times of change and uncertainty, the most powerful thing we can do is invest in ourselves. As early childhood professionals, you are the heart of the community, guiding young minds, nurturing growth, and helping shape the next generation.
As you support young children, it’s also important to invest in your own growth. Professional Development offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding, expand your knowledge, and reconnect with your purpose. Whether you're looking to explore new approaches in the classroom, strengthen your leadership style, or stay up to date on critical regulations, this issue has something for you.
UPDATES & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Universal Preschool Accomplishments in Arapahoe County
During the 2024–2025 school year, Universal Preschool in Arapahoe County made significant strides, with 242 participating providers currently serving 5,628 students. As we look ahead to the 2025–2026 school year, momentum continues to build. Family registration is now open, and the new provider agreement for 2025–2026 is ready. These numbers show the commitment of providers and families in Arapahoe County to expand access to high-quality early education for all children.
At the beginning of April, an important update to Colorado’s health and sanitation rules for childcare facilities will take effect. These updates were finalized by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) last month. Detailed information and how to sign up is on the next page.
Health & Sanitation Requirements
TRAUMA RESPONSIVE CARE
While dealing with the impact of trauma, adults may have a decreased ability to provide sensitive and responsive care to children and some adults may experience secondary traumatic stress. We invite you to join us for a six-session series where we will explore trauma and learn ways to provide responsive care to support children and families, who are currently experiencing or have experienced, trauma in their past.
6880 S. Yosemite Ct. Centennial, CO 80112
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Trauma Responsive Care
This course is provided at no cost
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6:00PM - 9:00PM
Trauma Responsive Care
This course is provided at no cost
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HEALTH & SANITATION REQUIREMENTS
Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) has finalized updates to
6 CCR 1010-7: Rules and Regulations Governing the Health and Sanitation of Child Care Facilities in the State of Colorado, following a comprehensive process. The Colorado Board of Health adopted the proposed changes on February 19, 2025, and they will take effect starting April 14, 2025. The updated regulation will be available to the public on that date. To better understand what’s changing, you're invited to connect with the Arapahoe County Childcare and School Environmental Health team for an in-depth training.
14980 E. Alameda Dr. Aurora, CO 80012
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Health & Sanitation Requirements
This course is provided at no cost
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Ensuring Optimal Development for the 3-to-5 Year Old
We are thrilled to share that we have a new FREE online course that is eligible for Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits.
Our three-module course, Ensuring Optimal Development in the 3-5 Year-Old Child, covers screening best practices, referral best practices, and the transition from early intervention to community-based services.
An Introduction to Child Development: Milestones, Behavior, & Best Practice
Join Assuring Better Child Health & Development (ABCD) for an introductory training on child development. In this three hour, two-night training (1.5 hours each night) participants will discover what child development truly means, explore the five key developmental domains, and uncover why understanding healthy development transforms your work with children and families.
Participants will be supported as they learn to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and support children’s social-emotional development using positive guidance strategies. Resources will be provided.
CLASS REGISTRATION
Completion of Medication Administration Part I is required before enrollment. This hands-on session is mandatory for those administering medications, providing both practical training and authorization from a registered nurse.
St. Martin in the Fields Episcopal Church
4740 S. Buckley Rd. Aurora, CO 80015
Medication Administration | Part II
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$45
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for a fun-filled morning with Back the Blue K-9 Force and the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office SRO K-9 Unit, as we host an Easter Egg Hunt the whole family can enjoy. Kids can take part in hands-on activities, watch an exciting SRO K-9 demonstration, and meet a friendly K-9 therapy dog.
St. Dove Valley Regional Park
7900 S. Potomac St. Centennial, CO 80112
Easter Egg Hunt
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FREE
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This is a four-hour class that is required for all childcare providers. Please visit our website to register, class begins at 9:00 AM and is held in-person.
St. Martin in the Fields Episcopal Church
4740 S. Buckley Rd. Aurora, CO 80015
CPR | First Aid
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$65
9:00 AM
Pre-Licensing for Family Childcare Homes
Completion of Medication Administration Part I is required before enrollment. This hands-on session is mandatory for those administering medications, providing both practical training and authorization from a registered nurse.
Online
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ComJoin us for a casual social networking session and training after. This is an opportunity to unwind, connect, and build relationships. Feel free to bring your dinner. Full training details will be available soon on our website.
Garden Plaza of Aurora
14221 East Evans Ave. Aurora CO 80014
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Membership Meeting: Training
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FREE
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Access to the members only Facebook group
Affiliate under Colorado Association of Family Childcare
Three free business card size newsletter ads a year
Discount workshops sponsored by ACGN
Access to the members only web page
Newsletter once a month
In person trainings six months of the year
Networking opportunities