Modulo 100: Practicas de respuesta al trauma y desarrollo de la resiliencia

Thursday, April 9, 2026

(3 Day Event) 04/09/2026 - 05/28/2026

La serie de capacitación, Módulo 100: Prácticas de respuesta al trauma y desarrollo de la resiliencia, está diseñada para apoyar a educadores y proveedores de servicios de educación infantil que trabajan con niños de 3 a 8 años en diversos entornos, o en organizaciones que apoyan a los niños pequeños y sus familias.

Debido al contexto del tema, puede que sea desencadenante para algunas personas durante la capacitación. Les recomendamos venir preparados con estrategias que les ayuden a sentirse seguros y tranquilos.

Los participantes deben asistir a las tres sesiones para recibir el crédito por esta serie.

Parte 1: jueves, 9 de abril de 2026 (en persona)
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Parte 2: jueves, 7 de mayo de 2026 (virtual)
6:30 p.m. 8:30 p. m.

Parte 3: jueves, 28 de mayo de 2026 (en persona)
6:30 p. m. – 8:30 p. m.

CLASS Pre-K 2nd Edition Observer 3-part Training

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Event Date(s) 03/30/2026 - 04/01/2026

In this 3-part training, participants will:

• Learn how to build an in-depth understanding of CLASS methodology
• How to prepare to reliably asses teaching quality by focusing on the interaction's teachers have with their students
• Feel prepared to take the reliability exam to become certified observers

ASPIRE funds are used to pay all associated participant fees for this Observer training ($900 value). Attendees must commit to attempting to pass certification testing within a 60-day window.

If you are unable to attend all sessions of a CLASS series: 

• You may keep the provided materials and register for another offering of this event. Once registered, you must attend all parts of the offering (even if you have previously completed a portion of the training).
• If you opt not to register for another offering, all materials must be returned to the ASPIRE Region C lead at sender's expense. 

CLASS Pre-K 2nd Edition Observer 3-part Training

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Event Date(s) 03/30/2026 - 04/01/2026

In this 3-part training, participants will:

• Learn how to build an in-depth understanding of CLASS methodology
• How to prepare to reliably asses teaching quality by focusing on the interaction's teachers have with their students
• Feel prepared to take the reliability exam to become certified observers

ASPIRE funds are used to pay all associated participant fees for this Observer training ($900 value). Attendees must commit to attempting to pass certification testing within a 60-day window.

If you are unable to attend all sessions of a CLASS series: 

• You may keep the provided materials and register for another offering of this event. Once registered, you must attend all parts of the offering (even if you have previously completed a portion of the training).
• If you opt not to register for another offering, all materials must be returned to the ASPIRE Region C lead at sender's expense. 

CLASS Pre-K 2nd Edition Observer 3-part Training

Monday, March 30, 2026

Event Date(s) 03/30/2026 - 04/01/2026

In this 3-part training, participants will:

• Learn how to build an in-depth understanding of CLASS methodology
• How to prepare to reliably asses teaching quality by focusing on the interaction's teachers have with their students
• Feel prepared to take the reliability exam to become certified observers

ASPIRE funds are used to pay all associated participant fees for this Observer training ($900 value). Attendees must commit to attempting to pass certification testing within a 60-day window.

If you are unable to attend all sessions of a CLASS series: 

• You may keep the provided materials and register for another offering of this event. Once registered, you must attend all parts of the offering (even if you have previously completed a portion of the training).
• If you opt not to register for another offering, all materials must be returned to the ASPIRE Region C lead at sender's expense. 

Ventura County UPK Network Quarterly Meetings PY 25-26

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

(4 Day Event) 10/22/2025 - 05/27/2026
VCOE will hold quarterly Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) Network meetings to share new information, foster connections across LEAs, and encourage representatives to share implementation successes.

UPK/UTK Professional Development Series, 2025-26: Preschool/Transitional Kindergarten (PTKLF): Foundational Language Development Subdomain

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Event Date 03/19/2026

VCOE's Early Childhood Programs is excited to offer this TK professional development for ECE and TK Teachers, paraeducators, TOSAs, and Administrators.

In this workshop, participants will:

1. Review the PTKLF Foundational Language Development (FLD) subdomain for children aged three to five-and-a-half years.
2. Build understanding of the FLD subdomain.
3. Gain understanding of how the PTKLF are representative and inclusive of children's cultures, languages, and lived experiences.
4. Identify how teachers can support FLD.

CLASS Observer Lunch & Learn - Quality Feedback

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Event Date 03/18/2026

Trauma-Responsive Practices for Leaders: Creating and Sustaining Healing Engaged Organizations

Monday, March 16, 2026

Event Date 03/16/2026

Leaders cannot be effective if they work in programs, organizations and systems that are stress-inducing. To be truly effective in supporting staff, children and their families impacted by toxic and traumatic stress to heal and build resilience, the entire field—programs, infrastructure organizations that support the workforce, children and families and leaders working at local, regional and state levels in systems building efforts need to become trauma-sensitive, trauma-informed and healing engaged. 

This training will guide participants in learning how they can start right away to create healthier environments in programs, organizations and systems that support children and adults, especially those whose lives have been impacted by toxic stress.

This training will be based on the book: Trauma-Responsive Practices for Early Childhood Leaders. Creating and Sustaining Healing Engaged Organizations

Virtual Inclusion Community of Practice

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

(4 Day Event) 10/01/2025 - 05/06/2026
Join us for a CoP focused on inclusion and best practices! Explore what’s working in the county and how we are supporting our youngest learners in the least restrictive setting. Share your experiences, learn from others, and contribute to fostering an inclusive educational environment for all learners.

This series is designed for district and agency educators serving learners birth to 8 years of age. Each district or agency is encouraged to bring teams comprised of teachers, administrators, support staff, etc., who are interested in or are already implementing inclusion.

• October 1, 2025 - Building Blocks & Universal Design for Learning
• December 3, 2025 - Sensory & Assistive Technology
• March 4, 2026 - Naturalistic Interventions for Children with Autism
• May 6, 2026 - Positive Behavior Supports

TK Coordinators and Teachers on Special Assignment (TOSA) Community of Practice

Monday, March 2, 2026

(7 Day Event) 09/15/2025 - 05/04/2026
Please join us for an open forum for TK TOSAs & Coordinators to network and discuss TK relevant information and best practices.

UPK/UTK Professional Development Series, 2025-26: Preschool/Transitional Kindergarten (PTKLF): History/Social Science Domain

Thursday, February 26, 2026

Event Date 02/26/2026

VCOE's Early Childhood Programs is excited to offer this TK professional development for ECE and TK Teachers, paraeducators, TOSAs, and Administrators.

In this workshop, participants will:

1. Review the PTKLF History/Social Science domain for children aged three to five-and-a-half years.
2. Build an understanding of the History/Social Science domain.
3. Discuss how the PTKLF are representative of children's cultures, languages, and lived experiences.
4. Identify how teachers can support children’s learning and development in History/Social Science.

Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) Meaningful Observation Training

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

(2 Day Event) 02/23/2026 - 02/25/2026
DRDP Meaningful Observation training (recommended for those who have previously attended a DRDP teacher training or a hold working knowledge of the DRDP) is designed for educators to observe, document, and reflect on children’s learning and development as well as plan individualized and group curriculum.

In this training learn about the purpose of observation, observing and collecting evidence, organizing an observation system, reviewing and reflecting on documentation, and rating the DRDP.

Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) Meaningful Observation Training

Monday, February 23, 2026

(2 Day Event) 02/23/2026 - 02/25/2026
DRDP Meaningful Observation training (recommended for those who have previously attended a DRDP teacher training or a hold working knowledge of the DRDP) is designed for educators to observe, document, and reflect on children’s learning and development as well as plan individualized and group curriculum.

In this training learn about the purpose of observation, observing and collecting evidence, organizing an observation system, reviewing and reflecting on documentation, and rating the DRDP.

Virtual Overview for Leaders Pre-K-3 CLASS 2nd Edition

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Event Date 02/10/2026

Join a virtual leadership overview session on the CLASS 2nd edition. Training will provide ECE leaders with an understanding of CLASS as a system for supporting continuous quality improvement and for effective CLASS implementation.

Participants will:

• Be able to describe CLASS and its impact on child outcomes
• Identify elements of CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K-3rd dimensions
• Understand and describe the observation process
• Interpret CLASS data
• Create a plan to support CLASS implementation within their program

TK Coordinators and Teachers on Special Assignment (TOSA) Community of Practice

Monday, February 2, 2026

(7 Day Event) 09/15/2025 - 05/04/2026
Please join us for an open forum for TK TOSAs & Coordinators to network and discuss TK relevant information and best practices.

UPK/UTK Professional Development Series, 2025-26: Preschool/Transitional Kindergarten (PTKLF): Visual and Performing Arts Domain

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Event Date 01/29/2026
VCOE's Early Childhood Programs is excited to offer this TK professional development for ECE and TK Teachers, paraeducators, TOSAs, and Administrators.

In this workshop, participants will:

• Review the PTKLF Visual Performing Arts domain for children age three to five-and-a-half years old
• Learn how teachers can use the PTKLF to support development in the areas of Visual Arts, Music, Drama, and Dance
• Recognize the value of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

Ventura County UPK Network Quarterly Meetings PY 25-26

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

(4 Day Event) 10/22/2025 - 05/27/2026
VCOE will hold quarterly Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) Network meetings to share new information, foster connections across LEAs, and encourage representatives to share implementation successes.

FCCB Serving Children with Disabilities or Delays and their Families

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

(2 Day Event) 01/13/2026 - 01/27/2026

This workshop provides family child care providers with practical tools and inclusive strategies to support children with disabilities or developmental delays, as well as their families. Through real-life examples and interactive activities, we will explore how to create a learning environment that is accessible, respectful, and enriching in the family child care setting.

Participants will learn how to:

• Identify early signs of potential developmental delays.
• Implement adaptations and supports that encourage the participation of all children.
• Collaborate effectively with families and support professionals.
• Foster an inclusive community where every child feels valued and capable of learning.

CLASS 2nd Edition Intro to Interactions for Educators, 4-Part Virtual Training

Thursday, January 15, 2026

(4 Day Event) 01/06/2026 - 01/15/2026

In this 4-part Virtual training, participants will:

• Learn how the CLASS Pre-K is organized and what it measures
• Understand the connections among effective teacher-student interactions, the CLASS Pre-K, and students’ learning and development
• Learn, identify and discuss effective teacher-student interactions

FCCB Serving Children with Disabilities or Delays and their Families

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

(2 Day Event) 01/13/2026 - 01/27/2026

This workshop provides family child care providers with practical tools and inclusive strategies to support children with disabilities or developmental delays, as well as their families. Through real-life examples and interactive activities, we will explore how to create a learning environment that is accessible, respectful, and enriching in the family child care setting.

Participants will learn how to:

• Identify early signs of potential developmental delays.
• Implement adaptations and supports that encourage the participation of all children.
• Collaborate effectively with families and support professionals.
• Foster an inclusive community where every child feels valued and capable of learning.

CLASS 2nd Edition Intro to Interactions for Educators, 4-Part Virtual Training

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

(4 Day Event) 01/06/2026 - 01/15/2026

In this 4-part Virtual training, participants will:

• Learn how the CLASS Pre-K is organized and what it measures
• Understand the connections among effective teacher-student interactions, the CLASS Pre-K, and students’ learning and development
• Learn, identify and discuss effective teacher-student interactions

CLASS Observer Lunch & Learn - Concept Development

Monday, January 12, 2026

Event Date 01/12/2026

CLASS 2nd Edition Intro to Interactions for Educators, 4-Part Virtual Training

Thursday, January 8, 2026

(4 Day Event) 01/06/2026 - 01/15/2026

In this 4-part Virtual training, participants will:

• Learn how the CLASS Pre-K is organized and what it measures
• Understand the connections among effective teacher-student interactions, the CLASS Pre-K, and students’ learning and development
• Learn, identify and discuss effective teacher-student interactions

CLASS 2nd Edition Intro to Interactions for Educators, 4-Part Virtual Training

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

(4 Day Event) 01/06/2026 - 01/15/2026

In this 4-part Virtual training, participants will:

• Learn how the CLASS Pre-K is organized and what it measures
• Understand the connections among effective teacher-student interactions, the CLASS Pre-K, and students’ learning and development
• Learn, identify and discuss effective teacher-student interactions

UPK/UTK Professional Development Series, 2025-26: Preschool/Transitional Kindergarten (PTKLF): Math Domain

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Event Date 12/11/2025
VCOE's Early Childhood Programs is excited to offer this TK professional development for ECE and TK Teachers, paraeducators, TOSAs, and Administrators.

In this workshop, participants will:

• Review the PTKLF Mathematics domain for children aged three to five-and-a-half years.
• Discuss how all children come with diverse mathematical experiences.
• Recognize the PTKLF Mathematical Practices.