The Early Childhood Center of Excellence (ECCOE) offers workshops and activities for student parents, caregivers and families.
Spring 2026 Workshops
Bienestar Financiero Familiar
Este taller ayudará a todos los padres y educadores que trabajan con familias a obtener una comprensión más profunda de la administración financiera personal, el establecimiento de metas financieras, el ahorro y el interés compuesto, la reducción de deudas, la elaboración de presupuestos y planes de gastos, y el crédito. La educación financiera le ayuda a planificar el futuro financiero de su familia y le brindará consejos para enseñar a los niños sobre las finanzas. El material se compartirá de una manera que le permita comprender cómo funcionan los diferentes sistemas, de modo que pueda implementar un plan finanzas y mejorar su relación con el dinero.
*Si más de un adulto de su familia o una persona de su organización desea participar, complete un formulario de inscripción por separado para cada adulto.
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Circle of Security for Parents
Circle of Security for Parents (COSP) is an 8-week online live workshop for parents interested in learning more about developing strong relationships with their children through different stages of development. This workshop uses the national Circle of Security® Parenting™ program based on decades of research on how secure parent-child relationships can be established and strengthened.
We encourage fathers, mothers, and caregivers/guardians to register!
*If more than one adult from your family would like to take part, please fill out a separate registration form for each adult.
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Disciplina Positiva
La Disciplina Positiva es una forma de enseñar y guiar a los niños haciéndoles saber qué comportamiento es aceptable de una manera firme, pero amable. Recientes investigaciones sobre el cerebro han confirmado que las personas aprenden mejor cuando se sienten seguras y conectadas con los demás, en el contexto de relaciones seguras. Por lo tanto, el objetivo es enseñar creando primero relaciones seguras con los niños. La conexión debe preceder a la corrección para que la orientación sea eficaz a largo plazo. La herramienta más poderosa para enseñar a los niños es modelar lo que queremos que hagan o sean.
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Positive Discipline
The Positive Discipline approach teaches and guides children through safe and caring relationships that demonstrate mutual respect. Early educators learn skills that help children find a sense of belonging through activities that create connection and inclusion in group settings. This social-emotional approach focuses on how young children learn and creates long term impacts by developing important social and life skills that support school readiness and positive relationships.
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Supporting Young Children with Autism
This training is designed for early childhood educators and parents/caregivers who want to better understand Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and learn effective ways to support young children with autism at home and in inclusive learning environments. Participants will gain foundational knowledge about autism in early childhood, including communication styles, sensory needs, socio-emotional development, and behavior. Through real-life examples and evidence-based strategies, participants will explore practical tools such as visual schedules, sensory accommodations, and structured routines. The training emphasizes individualized support and collaboration between families, educators, and specialists. By the end of the session, participants will feel more confident supporting the strengths and needs of children with autism and fostering inclusive, supportive environments where children can thrive.
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Learning Through Play
Play is a child’s language, it is also how children receive and process information. In this workshop, we will explore ways to build communication through fun activities and learn more about being playful as parents and teachers. From babies taking their first steps to older kids learning how to be a good friend, play is more than an activity, it is a great way to connect and communicate in engaging ways.
Not only can you use play to help your child reach developmental milestones, research shows that adults who play feel more content and relaxed. During our time together we will explore how you can use play as a tool for creating connections, exploring challenging behavior, and helping children find solutions.
If more than one adult in your family would like to participate, complete a separate registration form for each adult.
Developing Through Play: Using Play as a Tool for Speech Language Development
Facilitator: Allyson Matthews, SLP & Mireya Schumaker
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Developing Through Play: Using Play as a Tool for Physical Development
Facilitators: Missy Broxton, OT & Mireya Schumaker
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Developing Through Play: Using Play as a Tool for Social and Emotional Development
Facilitator: Nicola Trevisan, MSW & Mireya Schumaker
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