Executive Committee
2021-11-18 08:30 - 09:30, 2021-12-09 08:30 - 09:30, 2022-01-13 08:30 - 09:30, 2022-02-10 08:30 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | FL, United States
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.

Finance Committee
2021-12-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States

Ad-Hoc/CEO Search Committee Meeting
2021-12-16 09:00 - 10:00, 2021-12-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2022-01-06 08:30 - 09:30, 2022-01-12 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-01-31 08:00 - 09:00, 2022-02-03 08:00 - 09:00 | FL, United States

Finance Committee - CANCELLED
2022-01-07 08:30 - 09:30 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States

Born Learning Trail Ribbon Cutting - Ocala Ritz Veterans Village
2022-01-13 11:00 | Ocala Ritz Veterans Village, 1126 NE Second St., Ocala, FL, 34470, United States
A Born Learning Trail is an interactive early learning trail designed for children to use with the help of an adult. Each rail consists of 10 signs that contain activities designed to promote parent-child interaction with early learning skills such as letter naming, rhyming, using words and identifying numbers, shapes, and colors as well as using imagination, creating and telling stories. The First trail opened in 2012 and many more have been added to this community since that time. Each trail is laid out uniquely and hand painted.
This newest trail will join many others to include:
• Belleview Sports Complex (2012)
• ELCMC Office {2014)
• Marion County Public Library Headquarters {2012)
• Coehadjoe Park (2013)
• Childhood Development Services
• Marion County Public Library- Reddick (2017)
• Marion County Public Library- Belleview
• Marion County Public Library- Forest
• Marion County Public Library- Dunnellon (2018)
• Jim Kirk Park (2018)
• Liberty Community Park (2019)
• Brick City Adventure Park (2020)
We invite you to join us on January 13 where the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, in partnership with Volunteers of America Florida, will be cutting the ribbon to officially open this trail to the community!
ABOUT SUCCESS BY 6: Success By 6 began in Marion County in 2000 and in 2005 the Early Learning Coalition and United Way of Marion County created a unique partnership with the Success By 6 initiative with a primary mission of ensuring all children in Marion County are ready to succeed by the time they enter school.

Virtual Parents As Teachers Educational Workshop 1
2022-01-27 18:00 - 19:30 | FL
Join us at the Parents as Teachers Virtual Workshops, happening THURSDAYS, Jan. 27 – March 3, 2022 | 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy FREE EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS, fun activities that promote early learning for your children AND be eligible to receive GIFTS CARDS AND EDUCATIONAL TOYS!
All families who attend ALL SIX virtual workshops will receive a $250 Gift Card!
For more information, contact Success by 6 Coordinator Chrissy Vickers at (352) 369-2315, Ext. 213 or cvickers@elc-marion.org.

Virtual Parents As Teachers Educational Workshop 2
2022-02-03 18:00 - 19:30 | FL

SPECIAL Board Meeting
2022-02-08 08:30 - 09:30 | FL, United States

Virtual Parents As Teachers Educational Workshop 3
2022-02-10 18:00 - 19:30 | FL

Virtual Parents As Teachers Educational Workshop 4
2022-02-17 18:00 - 19:30 | FL

Board Meeting
2022-02-24 08:30 - 09:30 | FL, United States

Virtual Parents As Teachers Educational Workshop 5
2022-02-24 18:00 - 19:30 | FL

Contemporary Professional Development: CPR/First Aid - February Class
2022-02-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
Please Take note: Due to COVID concerns the Early Learning coalition has rescheduled the February 12th face to face training for CPR and First Aid to February 26th, 2022.
Anyone who previously registered to participate in this class should have received notification about your registration having been transferred to the February 26 date . The time is still the same 9:00 am -1:00 pm on a Saturday.
Thank you for your continued support and flexibility.
Should you have any questions or concerns Please address them Quality@elc-marion.org Attention : Professional Development and a member of our team will assist you.
ABOUT THE CLASS: American Heart Savers 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.

A Professional Development: Director Training, "Captain of Your Own Ship" - Ron Shuali
2022-03-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
Directors laugh and learn through a keynote designed to provide real solutions to challenges like teacher retention, bullying, behavior management, challenging parents, low energy staff meetings and closing tours. AND they learn the secret on how to keep the most qualified teachers in the harsh world of preschool turnover while dramatically increasing your student referral rate. All while laughing through the experience.
Visit https://www.ronspeak.com/early-childhood-keynote-speakers.php

2022 Good Beginnings for Children Breakfast
2022-03-02 07:30 - 09:30 | Harvey R. Klein Conference Center at College of Central Florida Campus, 3001 SW College Road, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
If you love green eggs & ham, you’ll love COLORS OF THE ELC, our Crayola & Seuss-inspired breakfast, benefitting families served by the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County!

Virtual Parents As Teachers Educational Workshop 6
2022-03-03 18:00 - 19:30 | FL

Executive Committee - CANCELLED
2022-03-10 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.

Contemporary Professional Development: CPR/First Aid - March Class
2022-03-12 09:00 - 13:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
American Heart Savers 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.

A Professional Development: FSU 10 Components of Quality Care for Infants & Toddlers Series - Environments for Learning, with Safe & Healthy Program Practices
2022-03-19 09:00 - 12:30 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
Research defines ten essential components that produce meaningful outcomes for the young children they serve. Through this series, teachers will gain insightful supports that encourage developmentally appropriate practices in the classroom and beyond.
Focused Topic for this session:
Health & Safety & Environment for Learning with Safe & Healthy Program Practices

33rd Annual Early Childhood Conference (Virtual)
2022-03-26 09:00 - 15:00 | FL
The College of Central Florida / CF Teacher Education, in partnership with the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, presents the 33rd Annual Early Childhood Conference! This year’s theme is BOUNCING BACK!
This is a virtual event | March 26, 2022 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The conference workshops provide information on best practices and techniques to engage and nurture children. Hear from keynote presenter Ron Shuali and closing speaker Debbie Bowe!
Child care personnel can receive 6 hours of in-service credit.
Reimbursement for the Early Bird Registration Fee is available through the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County if funding is available.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. Registration is $40. Payment and registration must be received no later than March 10, 2022. Transcript will be provided via email.
There will be raffles for attendees. Attendance will be taken for each session.
All conference sessions will be delivered through the Zoom platform. Login details will be sent to you by March 21, 2022.
For a full list of meetings, click HERE. Participants can only attend ONE meeting per session so please review meetings and choose accordingly.
For more information contact Bebe Rahaman at rahamanb@cf.edu, or call 352-854-2322, ext. 1405.

NONPROFIT JOB & VOLUNTEER FAIR
2022-03-29 10:00 - 13:00 | Ocala Downtown Market, 403 SE Osceola Ave., Ocala, FL, 34471, United States
It’s never too late or too early to start a career or volunteer!
If you are looking for a career in the nonprofit sector OR looking for ways to give of your time through volunteer efforts, THIS is the fair for YOU!
Come meet a host of nonprofit organizations who might be looking to hire you or use you to help them serve the community!
See you there!

Trauma-Informed Care for Child Care Program Directors (TICD) Course
2022-04-04 18:00 - 21:00 | FL
Goal
To assist programs in implementing trauma-informed care
for families they serve by:
1. Recognizing the signs of trauma impacting children.
2. Examining the importance of self-care.
3. Applying tools to help children regulate emotions and
behaviors.
4. Evaluating the physical learning environment for
5. trauma-sensitive support.
6. Developing a plan for creating a trauma-sensitive
program.
Why would you take this specific course?
1. Components of this course will meet the Professional Contribution requirement to renew.
2. T.E.A.C.H. will pay for the course. (This scholarship does not require your employer to sponsor you.) There is a “Commitment Requirement” of 6 month to the field.
3. Be part of a community of practice endorsing this initiative nationwide.
Course Structure:
This is a 40-hour multi-session course that requires the completion of outside assignment and readings. Students must…
>>> Attend Virtual Zoom Classes,
1. Attend five (5) virtual Zoo instructor-Led sessions. Attendance is mandatory for all sessions. Student’s computers screen MUST be on at all times for the attendance requirements to be met
2. Actively participate in class discussions and activities.
>>> In between virtual zoom class sessions,
1. Read assigned chapters of the textbook and complete homework prior to attending the virtual class sessions.
2. Complete 20 hours of observation in a the workplace.
3. Implement strategies and information into the workplace.
4. Successfully complete the 5- hour online course of “Trauma-Informed Care for Child Care Professionals
(TICC).
Director Credential Renewal
Participants can use this course towards meeting the renewal requirements for the Director Credential. With successful completion of the CEU assessment, 4.0 CEUs are available. Additionally, successful completion of the course will meet the professional contribution required. The online course has 0.5 CEUs available for participants , which if combined with the 4.0 CEUs from this course, will fulfill renewal training requirement of 4.5. CEUs.
Course Details
When: Mondays: April 4, 2022—May 30, 2022
1. April 4, 2022
2. April 18, 2022
3. May 2, 2022
4. May 16, 2022
5. May 30, 2022
Time
6:00 P.M.—9:00 P.M.
Where:
Virtual (ZOOM) —The ZOOM ID Code will be sent to all registered paid students by April 3, 2022 to start the course April 4, 2022.
Format:
Virtual Zoom Instructor-Led Course and Homework Assignments
Cost
This course has a tuition cost of $375.00
(T.E.A.C.H. Scholarships available—pleas e apply , if desired)
>>> Tuition includes:
1. Course text book: Sorrels, B. (2015). Reaching and Teaching Children Exposed to Trauma. Lewisville, NC: Gyphon House.
2. Online course, 5-Hour “Trauma-Informed Care for Child Care Professionals (TICC)”
3. Trauma-Informed Care for Child Care Program Directors (TICD) Participant Guide.
Tuition must be paid no later than April 1, 2022 at 5:00pm EST, so that books can be shipped timely.
Registration:
To register for this course, go to https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/child-care/training.shtml and select Training and Registry Login to
access your Child Care Training Information Menu and register for this Instructor Led Couse using Course Reference: M-40hr-TICD-04/22
For more information contact: Training Coordinating Agency (TCA):
Childhood Development Services, Inc.
Luzonia Waters, (352) 433-2481.
