Events
Introduction to ASQ SE2
Participants will learn how to use the ASQ-SE-2® as a social-emotional developmental screening tool for children ages 3 months to 5 years.
Introduction to ASQ-3
Participants will learn how to use the ASQ-3 as a screening tool for children ages 3 months to 5 years.
Virtual Director Roundtables (10 a.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Virtual Director Roundtables (2 p.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Growing Together: The Cycle of Inquiry: Meaningful Experiences from Infancy to Pre-K
Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for September is The Cycle of Inquiry: Meaningful Experiences from Infancy to Pre-K.
State Sen. Lindsey Williams' Family Block Party
State Sen. Lindsey Williams (D-38th) will host a family block party on Thursday, September 17 at Sheldon Park in Natrona Heights.
Community Conversations: Building Great Schools Together for Every Northside Child
One Northside and the New Hazlett Theatre will host a free community gathering during which attendees can hear from local and national education leaders, discover innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and join a collaborative conversation about how to build stronger schools and brighter futures for Northside children.
Virtual Director Roundtables (10 a.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Virtual Director Roundtables (2 p.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Flip It! Transforming Challenging Behavior in Young Children
FLIP IT® is a strategy that offers a simple, kind, strength-based, commonsense, and effective four step process to address children’s day to day challenging behaviors.
Virtual Director Roundtables (10 a.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Lead Early: Parent Leadership Series
The Lead Early Initiative will host a series of four upcoming sessions on how navigate early intervention.
Virtual Director Roundtables (2 p.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Lead Early: Parent Leadership Series
The Lead Early Initiative will host a series of four upcoming sessions on how navigate early intervention.
Introduction to ASQ-3
Participants will learn how to use the ASQ-3 as a screening tool for children ages 3 months to 5 years.
American Red Cross First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED Training
This course has an emphasis on hands-on learning. It teaches participants the skills to save a life.
ELRC Region 5 Offices Closed for Indigenous Peoples Day
ELRC Region 5’s offices will be closed for Indigenous Peoples Day on Tuesday, October 12.
Lead Early: Parent Leadership Series
The Lead Early Initiative will host a series of four upcoming sessions on how navigate early intervention.
Lead Early: Parent Leadership Series
The Lead Early Initiative will host a series of four upcoming sessions on how navigate early intervention.
National Summit for Children's Health in a Changing Climate
This Brazelton Touchpoints Center event will feature advocates in pediatrics, early childhood care and education, forestry, community development, public agencies, philanthropy, research, and journalism who will share their work in partnership with children and families living under new climate extremes.
Growing Together: Intro to Neurodivergence
Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for October is Intro to Neurodivergence.
ELRC Region 5 Offices Closed for Professional Development Day
ELRC Region 5’s offices will be closed for Professional Development Day on Thursday, October 29.
Out-of-School Time PA Statewide Conference and Annual Meeting
Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned leader, the PA School-Age Child Care Alliance Conference and Annual Meeting has something for everyone.
Growing Together: Let’s Get Creative: Incorporating Creative Art in the Early Childhood Classroom
Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for November is Let’s Get Creative: Incorporating Creative Art in the Early Childhood Classroom.
Growing Together: Sensory Activities Through STEAM
Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for December is Sensory Activities Through STEAM.
Growing Together: Separation Anxiety
Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for January is Separation Anxiety.
Growing Together: Calm, Reset, Respond
Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for February is Calm, Reset, Respond.
Growing Together: ELRC Resources
Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for March is ELRC Resources.
Growing Together: Behavior is Communication
Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for April is Behavior is Communication.
Growing Together: De-Escalation
Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for May is De-Escalation.
Growing Together: Infant and Toddler Circle Time
Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for June is Infant and Toddler Circle Time.
Supervision 101
This session will give a foundational overview of supervision in licensed early childhood programs. Learning objectives will focus on the DHS Certification Regulations for child care in Pennsylvania.
Virtual Director Roundtables (2 p.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Virtual Director Roundtables (10 a.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
American Red Cross First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED Training
This course aligns with OSHA’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs.
Virtual Director Roundtables (2 p.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Virtual Director Roundtables (10 a.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Virtual Director Roundtables (2 p.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Virtual Director Roundtables (10 a.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
American Red Cross First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED Training
This in-person training includes American Red Cross-First Aid, CPR, and AED, including Pediatric First Aid, with a lunch break in the middle.
Wilkinsburg Back to School Block Party and Summer Luau
Wilkinsburg Borough School District will hold its Community Back to School Block Party and Summer Luau on Thursday, August 20.
Community Resource Fair
Drop by the PA CareerLink Connector for a community resource fair on Thursday, August 20.
Growing Together: Trauma Informed Care
Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for August is Trauma Informed Care.
Early Intervention Toolkit PD
Children benefit from a team of supports. When early childhood educators are aware of the support landscape, children thrive.
Safe Sleep in Child Care
Trying Together will lead a class on how to create safer sleep environments for infants in early childhood education settings on Tuesday, August 18.
Virtual Director Roundtables (2 p.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Virtual Director Roundtables (10 a.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Pittsburgh Public Schools: Back to School
Pittsburgh Public Schools will hold a back-to-school event on Monday, August 17 that will include backpacks, food, and more.
Outdoors for All Day
Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will host an event in August titled Outdoors for All Day that will enable attendees to celebrate the outdoors and enjoy nature.
Kindergarten, Here I Come!
The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh will host its annual kindergarten readiness event on Saturday, August 15.
Kick It: Back to School Sto-Rox Event
A back-to-school event will be held on Friday, August 14 at the Sto-Rox Football Field in McKees Rocks.
Pyramid Model and Prevention Tips for “Challenging” Behaviors
In this course, participants will explore ways to create inclusive learning environments, strengthen partnerships with families, and promote positive behavior while reducing disparities in discipline practices.
Introduction to ASQ-3
Participants will learn how to use the ASQ-3 as a screening tool for children ages 3 months to 5 years.
Classroom De-escalation in Early Childhood
This course helps participants to understand the causes of escalation in young children, learn about foundational classroom practices to prevent escalation, practice de-escalation strategies, and learn about ways to reconnect and reengage children after the escalation has ended.
Virtual Director Roundtables (2 p.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Virtual Director Roundtables (10 a.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Virtual Director Roundtables (2 p.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Virtual Director Roundtables (10 a.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Supporting 5th-12th Grade Black Girls in CBES: Social Dimension
This online course will use a conceptual model and techniques for staff in community-based educational spaces to support Black girls in their spaces.
Virtual Director Roundtables (2 p.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.
Virtual Director Roundtables (10 a.m.)
Join ELRC Region 5 for a Virtual Director Roundtables held every Tuesday via Zoom.