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We are committed to supporting you by continuing to provide valuable PD opportunities virtually. Please contact Libby Griffith with any questions.
Meaningful Interaction with Infants & Toddlers
ZoomPresenters Jesi Sucku Description The first few years of a child’s life are the most important for building connections and fostering development. In this training, [...]
Director’s Cohort
ZoomJoin your colleagues in an established professional community of learners. Currently our work is guided by member interests and experience, providing opportunities for networking, mentoring, [...]
Playful Dialogues: Expanding Language Through Play
ZoomPresenters Jesi Sucku Description This engaging workshop empowers early childhood educators to enrich children's language development through intentional and playful interactions. Learn how to ask [...]
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Professional Development and Continuing Education
ESD 112 offers professional development and continuing education classes for the PreK–Third Grade Community of professionals working with children and families. Topics address WA State Core Competencies for Early Learning Professionals and School Age Professionals. Classes are instructed by experts in the field who are Washington State approved trainers. Courses include the following topics:
On-Site Training
Let us come to you! Your time. Your Place. Your Training.
Convenient for you and your staff
- Schedule when and where it works for you. Trainings can take place onsite or at ESD 112.
- Receive a customized professional development plan and meet with your personal coach to practice strategies and next steps.
Affordable rates
| Online Trainings | In-Person Trainings |
|---|---|
| 1-15 people: $100 per hour | 1-15 people: $125 per hour |
| 16-30 people: $125 per hour | 16-30 people: $150 per hour |
| 31-45 people: $150 per hour | 31-45 people: $175 per hour |
| 46-60 people: $200 per hour | 46-60 people: $250 per hour |
| 61+ people: $250 per hour | 61+ people: $325 per hour |
*Prices listed are for single trainer and do not include travel expenses. Rates are subject to change if travel expenses are required or if course requires multiple trainers.
Family Child Care
Providers may coordinate a group to fund the cost of training. ESD can provide space and materials for training. Trainings can be held on Saturdays or in the evening during non-business hours.
Child Care and Preschool Centers
Training can be provided at your site and held during in-service days, Saturdays, or in the evenings.
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Early Care and Education in the News
Vancouver early learning centers get more than $400,000 from state to make renovations
(The Columbian, August 2024)
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(The Columbian, August 2024)
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School age child care is available at select Evergreen Public Schools locations for children in grades kindergarten-5th grade currently attending elementary school.
Early Care & Education News
Weathering winter school delays and closures
Winter is almost here, and along with it, there is the chance of snow and inclement weather in many areas within the ESD 112 region! Just when you think you've got the routine down, [...]
Together In Our Town: ESD 112 hosts community and family event
On May 18, the ESD 112 Early Care & Education (ECE) team held a free family and community event that attracted more than 190 adults and children. “The idea for this event was born from [...]
1-2-3 Grow and Learn Program prepares young learners for success at school
At 1-2-3 Grow and Learn playgroups, an ESD 112 early learning program, families of children ages 0-5 interact and observe as their kids gain important early childhood development skills. The program prepares children for kindergarten [...]
Circle of Security Parenting™ Series enhances relationships and resiliency
Earlier this year, 13 families completed an 8-week Circle of Security Parenting™ (COSP) Series, exploring new skills and strategies that help caregivers, families, and educators to build healthy relationships with their children, and improve [...]
