Having seen these stages of prental development, has this experience shed any new light on what you have learned in the course over the last few weeks?  Think about the exhibits you saw at the museum, while considering the “wives’ tales” and prenatal traditions we discussed in class. Now I invite you to share and provide examples of prenatal traditions that were considered appropriate for the pregnant women in your family.  How did these traditions influence the developing fetus and do you think these actions are considered appropriate in today’s society?

In collaboration with the County of San Bernardino County Grants Office and Mustard Seed Tutorial, this one day seminar will be provided to assist organizations with updated information to help provide quality programs to the families throughout San Bernardino County!!

Registration is at no cost and is available in January!  Sign-up to ensure a spot at this resourceful event!!

Inquiries:  Grants Office Team County of San Bernardino (909) 387-0281

Website:  www.sbcounty.gov/grantsoffice

Invite:  Nonprofit Resource Seminar Invite

Registration:  http://www.sbcounty.gov/GrantsOffice/Events/Registration.aspx

Seminar Location:  Jessie Turner Health & Fitness Center 15556 Summit Avenue, Fontana, CA 92336

The topic is “Inclusion-Include me too!”  The presentation will be addressing how to include children with Special Needs in the classroom and home setting!! 

Call now before January 25th to register for this event so you can gain insight to improving the quality of care provided to the children and families in your area!

Professional growth hours will be provided upon completion of this training!

Registration Info: (909) 890-0018 ext. 201

Training Location: 1111 East Mill Street, San Bernardino, CA 92408 

Training Information Flyer: Special Needs Training Flyer

This special one-time event is available for “children” to come out and meet Jim Cosgrove (Mr Stinky Feet) in person and engage in a variety of fun activities with parents and caregivers!!!

Come out and join the fun!!!

Agency: KidsNCare

Conference Location: California State University Student Union Center 5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92408

Save the Date Flyer:  Mr Stinky Feet Flyer 

Event Information: (909) 384-8011 

Website:  www.kidsncare.com

The trainings will be held on the UC Riverside campus during various days and times provided on their website (see below).  Also, if you would like to have trainings provided at your organization, you can request services from the campus directly.

Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to prepare yourself, family, and neighbors within your local communities.  Spending a few hours in a class today can help you save a life tommorrow!!

Free classes offered include, but are not limited to . . .

• Bloodborne Pathogens
• BSEC/BES
• Haxardous Waste Management
• Incident Command System (ICS)
• Food Safety
• Radiation Safety
• Safety Orientation
• Laser Safety
• And much more . . .

If you have questions, please contact Rebecca or call the University of California Riverside, Environmental Health & Safety program

Training Information Flyer:  UC Riverside Training Flyer

Training Schedule and FAQ’s: http://ehs.ucr.edu/training

The California Preachool Online Learning Center is offering two online courses through California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) Extended Education.

The courses open for registration include:

• Observation of Preschool Children-ECS 904 or ECS-804                    February 1-April 10, 2010
• Preschool English Learniers-ECS 903 or ECS 803                                February 1-April 4, 2010

If you are interested in registering for the Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) class, an eight-week course will be offered in the Summer of 2010.

Agency Website:  http://www.cpin.us/preschoolonline

Course Flyer:  CPIN Online Courses 2010

The candidate must posess an associate of arts degree or equilvalent coursework in Early Childhood Education or other Early Childhood Fields and posess and maintain a valid child development teacher permit or higher-level permit issued by the California Teaching Credential (CTC) office.   The position requires the candidate to lift small children and other objects up to 45 pounds, pass a pre-employment physical, current tuberculosis test, and obtain a valid food handler’s permit.  

The position is a 9 month contract per year and twelve month vacancies available as they occur.  Salary ranges from $31,137.60 to $39,728.00 annually.   

Agency: County of San Bernardino Human Resources 

Job Description:  PSD Teacher II

Position Application Online: http://www.sbcounty.gov/hr

Application Job Number: 09-23530-3

The candidate must qualify or posess a valid Child Development Associate Teacher Permit.  Also, this person will be assisting with assessments utilizing the Desired Results Development Profile and other testing instruments.  The position requires the candidate to be outgoing, organized, have the ability to initiate relationships, and have excellent communication skills to assist staff, children and families.    

The position is 227 days per year and the total annual amout is $30,465.67.  A district-paid comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental and vision insurances for the hired employee and dependents, and a $50,000 employee life insurance policy is provided. 

Agency: Victor Valley Community College District 

Position Application Online: http:www.vvc.edu/  and click on “Job Opportunities”

Application Posting Number: 0000067

The CPIN Region 10 Winter Institue will provide a day filled with professional development opportunities for administrators and early care staff at a low cost.  

Morning topics include a choice of. . .

• Lily Pads and Leap Frogs, PLF and Polliwogs – Self-Regulation   
• English Language Development, A Focus on Our Young Multilingual Learners                                                                                                                                                     
• Getting Into Shapes . . .and Beyond                                                                        

The afternoon topic for all participants will include  . . .

• More . . .Lily Pads and Leap Frogs, PLF and Polliwogs-Social Interaction   

Agency:  California Preschool Instructional Networks (CPIN)

Contact Number:  760-873-5123 ext. 321

Training Location:  West End Educational Service Center, Rancho Cucamonga

Registration Form: Winter Institute Flyer

The focus of this year’s conference is “Celebrating the Uniqueness of Children: Tapping Into Their Abilities and Talents”.  Througout the years, the Celebrating Children’s Conference has provided an array of resources, support services, and academic courses to various caregivers including Parents/Guardians, Family Child Care Providers, Center-Base, Foster, Kinship, Administrators and Early Care Investors. 

This one day event will provide caregivers at every level the opportunity to attend and participate in a varity of fun and creative workshops that will provide early caregivers with updated information to help enhance  the quaility of care provided to all children and families served!  The conference also provides academic credit and professional growth for all eligible participants!!

If you have attended the Celebrating Children’s Conference in the past, provide your feedback in the “post comment” section provided below and share your experience!

Agency: SBC-CARES and CONNECTIONS Projects

Conference Location: University of California Riverside Extension 1200 University Avenue, Riverside, CA 92507

Time of Event: 8:00 a.m – 6:00 p.m.

Save the Date Flyer:  Celebrating Children’s Conference Save the Date 2010 

Registration Information and Fees: (951) 827-1039

Website:  www.extension.ucr.edu/cares/