Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, Inc.

In-Person CPR/First Aid
2024-11-02 09:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-19 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, 2300 SW 17th Road, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States
Furtherance Safety Associates CPR & First Aid /AED is a course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage a first aid, choking or sudden cardiac arrest emergency in the first few minutes until emergency medical services (EMS) arrives. This course provides a two-year certificate approved for use in childcare facilities.

COME SEE US! Boo Bash 2024
2024-10-31 17:30 - 19:30 | Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place, 1821 NW 21st Ave., Ocala, FL, 34475, United States
The City of Ocala Recreation and Parks is Hosting Their Annual Boo Bash Halloween Event – and we will be there!

The Ocala Recreation and Parks Department will host the annual Boo Bash at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place, 1821 NW 21st Ave., Tuesday, Oct. 31, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This family-friendly Halloween event is free to attend.
Boo Bash will offer games, spooky activities, and plenty of candy! Costumes are encouraged, and all ages are welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information, please visit www.ocalafl.gov/recpark, call the City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department at 352-368-5517, or follow @OcalaRecPark on Facebook.

MONTHLY PROVIDER MEETING - VIRTUAL
2024-10-30 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-09-18 13:00 - 14:00
The agenda and meeting link will be emailed to our providers prior to all monthly meetings.
Questions? Need to update your provider email Interested in becoming a provider? Please contact Quality@elc-marion.org or call 352-369-2315 Ext. 101 for the Quality Department.

KALEIDOSCOPE PLAY & LEARN
2024-10-30 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-10-23 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-10-16 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-10-02 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-09-25 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-09-18 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-09-11 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-09-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Adams Bay Apartments, 621 NW 2nd Street, Ocala, FL, 34475, United States

It's Okay to Play in VPK (Part 2) Family Workshop - IN PERSON
2024-10-26 13:30 - 16:30 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, 2300 SW 17th Road, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States
This is the second of a two-part series based on the Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards. Learn What Families Should Know About Playing with a Purpose and how to deliver the workshop to parents in your site. This training is appropriate for preschool educators, directors, and/or administrators.

CROSSROAD - POST PM 1 - IN PERSON
2024-10-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
Now that FAST STAR PM 1 is completed, what’s next?
Join us in joint reflection on using PM1 data to inform instruction in the VPK Classroom.
We will review reports, align focus skills to FELDS and practice designing tailored instructions to meet students’ needs.
Two hour, in-person session.
Practitioners should bring:

PM 1 STAR Screening Report
PM 1 Instructional Planning Student Report and/or
State Benchmark Mastery Class Report

Facilitated by Ana Gonzalez-Mora, FLDOE DEL VPK RF

HELP ME GROW LEADERSHIP TEAM
2024-10-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in these meetings should contact Beatriz Montalvo at (352) 369-2315 or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) Florida Relay Service at least 48 hours proper to the meeting.
Public comment will be solicited prior to the Board taking action on its consent agenda and any other matter which requires board approval.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by any of the Committees or Board noticed above with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Notice has been made of these meetings to cover the Government in the Sunshine Law through publication and distributions of same

Board Meeting
2024-10-24 08:30 - 09:30
ATTENTION: At this time no meetings will be conducted in person until further notice. If you would like to attend please reach out to Beatriz Montalvo at hr@elc-marion.org for info.
PURPOSE: Coalition Business
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in these meetings should contact us at (352) 369-2315 ext 211 or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) Florida Relay Service at least 48 hours proper to the meeting.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by any of the Committees or Board noticed above with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Notice has been made of these meetings to cover the Government in the Sunshine Law through publication and distributions of same.

The Language of CLASS® – The Pre-K CLASS® Tool - VIRTUAL
2024-10-21 18:00 - 20:00
The Language of CLASS® – The Pre-K CLASS® Tool
Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) providers must annually participate in a program assessment of each VPK classroom per Section 1002.68, Florida Statutes. Program assessments measure the effectiveness of teacher-child interactions within the classroom. The Classroom Assessment Scoring System® (CLASS®) is the required program assessment tool.
The Division of Early Learning (DEL) offers two Virtual professional learning opportunities to support VPK directors and educators in the implementation of the CLASS®.
Available Virtual Sessions:
This session provides an introductory/general knowledge of the Pre-K CLASS® tool and highlights teacher-child interactions through the Pre-K CLASS® lens.
Monday, October 21, 2024, 6 pm – 8 pm

OFFICE CLOSURE - COLUMBUS DAY
2024-10-14
Our office will be closed in observance of Columbus Day.

Executive Committee - CANCELLED
2024-10-10 08:30 - 09:30 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
PURPOSE: Coalition Business
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in these meetings should contact us at (352) 369-2315 ext 211 or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) Florida Relay Service at least 48 hours proper to the meeting.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by any of the Committees or Board noticed above with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Notice has been made of these meetings to cover the Government in the Sunshine Law through publication and distributions of same.

CANCELLED - KALEIDOSCOPE PLAY & LEARN
2024-10-09 10:00 - 11:30 | Adams Bay Apartments, 621 NW 2nd Street, Ocala, FL, 34475, United States
Due to Hurricane Milton, this week’s KPL is cancelled. We will see you next week.

In-Person -It’s Okay to Play in VPK October 5th Part 1
2024-10-05 09:00 - 15:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, 2300 SW 17th Road, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States
It’s Okay to Play in VPK (Part 1) at the Coalition
Saturday, October 5, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | FREE
This is the first in a two-part series based on the Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards. Learn why play is critical to the development of young children and how to intentionally teach and reinforce the standards through developmentally appropriate everyday activities.
This training is appropriate for preschool educators, directors, and/or administrators.
Part 2 will be announced at a later date.

BEHAVIOR BOOTCAMP: Cohort 2, Sessions 1-4 (VIRTUAL)
2024-10-03 18:30 - 21:30
A twelve-hour Virtual program focused on introducing participants to the mental health and behavioral philosophies needed to create responsive classrooms from day one.
Content is developed based on trauma informed, behavioral focused research.
PARTS 1 & 2
Designed with a focus on mindfulness and attention to that diverse, emotional and mental health needs of children, day one is all about being proactive. Participants will be introduced to FirstDay Learning’s key pillars of a proactive approach to preventing challenging behavior. Sessions will explore the complex connections between these pillars and various aspects of our shared human experience. Participants will consider ideas in new ways, create interesting and unique cognitive connections, reflect on their own practice and plan for continuous improvement.
Topics Include:
Hidden Influence: Proactive Philosophies on Behavior (Relationships, Environments, Intentionality)
In it for the Long Haul: Professional Stamina (Self-care and Mental Health, Peer Support and Community, Supportive Professional Relationships)
PARTS 3 & 4
These days focus on the psychology of behavior change and considering this important field through the lens of real world experiences. Participants will examine background factors influencing behavior and will be introduced to the basics of Applied Behavior Analysis: a powerful tool for examining the sequence of events surrounding challenging behavior. Participants will reflect on and plan for ways to ensure their efforts at influencing behavior change are long-lasting and well supported.
Topics Include:
Cause and effect: The Psychology of Behavior Change: (Understanding Behavior, Documenting Behavior, Teaching Replacement Behaviors)
In it for the Long Haul: Supporting Ongoing Behavior Change (Planning, Teamwork, Maintenance)
FOUR, 3-hour virtual sessions on Thursday Evenings:

October 3, 2024
October 10, 2024
October 17, 2024
October 24, 2024

PRE-K CLASS Observer Training (In-Person) for Directors/Assistant Directors
2024-10-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, 2300 SW 17th Road, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States
October 2nd and 3rd 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
For Director or Assistant Directors who would like the opportunity to become a certified PRE-K Observer.
CLASS® Observation Training is designed to support observers in reliably measuring the quality of educator-child interactions.
Participants in CLASS® Observation Training will:

Understand how to use the PRE-K CLASS tool to effectively measure interactions.
Practice observing and scoring classroom interactions.
Receive exclusive access to resources and supports to help earn & maintain certification.

Free for Directors ONLY. If a potential sub-contractor, please see the add-on price that will have to be paid for training.
Please check the dates of attendance required. October 2nd and 3rd 8:00 am- 5:00 pm with a one-hour break for lunch. Participants are required to provide their own lunch. Vending machines are available.
Commitment to attend is required in order to earn all CEUS and get certificate of completion, If you cannot make this commitment, please cancel registration as seating is limited. Your “Pre-K Observer” kit will be made available the day of training.

COME SEE US! MCPS Family Focus Event: "Welcome Back: Reunited and Ready to Learn" - VIRTUAL
2024-09-26 17:30 - 20:30
The ELCMC team will be providing presentations on VPK:

what it is
who is eligible
how to apply
how student progress is monitored

HELP ME GROW LEADERSHIP TEAM - CANCELLED
2024-09-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States

COME SEE US! MCPS Family Focus Event: "We Are Better Together"
2024-09-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Horizon Academy, 365 Marion Oaks Drive, Ocala, FL, 34473, United States

In-Person Introduction to PRE-K CLASS Tool Training (English)
2024-09-14 08:00 - 16:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, 2300 SW 17th Road, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States
Explore the interactions that increase learning Learn the basics of the CLASS instrument, domains and dimensions.
This presentation is designed to help participants learn about effective teacher-child interactions, as defined by the Pre-K CLASS tool, and the ways these interactions help children learn.
Participants will:

See how teacher-child interactions impact children’s learning.
Understand how the CLASS tool organizes these interactions.

.6 CEUs; 6 training hours
What to Expect:

Feel free to bring snacks and beverage. Participants are required to provide their own lunch.
Water fountain available for refilling water bottles.
Training materials, including a CLASS Dimensions Guide and an Introduction to CLASS Tool Participant Guide, for each participant.
Teach Stone subscription and 2-month CLASS Video Library access for each participant

Executive Committee
2024-09-12 08:30 - 09:30 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States

OFFICE CLOSURE - LABOR DAY
2024-09-02
Our office will be closed in observance of Labor Day.
