CoP Cohort 1 – this cohort will provide the opportunity to discuss a variety of topics chosen by participants. The dates for this CoP are: September 13, 2021 December 6, 2021 March 7, 2022 June 6, 2022

CoP Cohort 2 – this cohort will provide an opportunity to have discussions around the topics of cultural humility, implicit bias, and equity. Ebonyse Mead, Ed.D. will be the facilitator for this CoP. The dates for this CoP are: September 20, 2021 December 13, 2021 March 14, 2022 June

CoP Cohort 1 – this cohort will provide the opportunity to discuss a variety of topics chosen by participants. The dates for this CoP are: September 13, 2021 December 6, 2021 March 7, 2022 June 6, 2022

CoP Cohort 2 – this cohort will provide an opportunity to have discussions around the topics of cultural humility, implicit bias, and equity. Ebonyse Mead, Ed.D. will be the facilitator for this CoP. The dates for this CoP are:   September 20, 2021 December 13, 2021 March 14, 2022

Title: Supporting the ECE Workforce Using Technology-Based Methods This workshop will discuss strategies for supporting the early childhood workforce during the pandemic when new challenges regarding maintaining quality improvement have emerged. With a primary focus on childcare professionals, I will share technology-based methods for supporting quality improvement and

Title: Supporting the ECE Workforce Using Technology-Based Methods This workshop will discuss strategies for supporting the early childhood workforce during the pandemic when new challenges regarding maintaining quality improvement have emerged. With a primary focus on childcare professionals, I will share technology-based methods for supporting quality improvement and

CoP Cohort 1 – this cohort will provide the opportunity to discuss a variety of topics chosen by participants. The dates for this CoP are:   September 13, 2021 December 6, 2021 March 7, 2022 June 6, 2022

CoP Cohort 2 – this cohort will provide an opportunity to have discussions around the topics of cultural humility, implicit bias, and equity. Ebonyse Mead, Ed.D. will be the facilitator for this CoP. The dates for this CoP are:   September 20, 2021 December 13, 2021 March 14, 2022

Thursday, March 31, 2022 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST Title: Impactful Community & Family Engagement Initiatives to Dismantle Systemic Racism The critical role of families and communities must be valued if we are to achieve positive outcomes for each and every child. But many, and particularly

Wednesday, May 18, 2022 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST Title: Culturally Responsive Anti-Bias Education Culturally responsive Anti-Bias (CRAB) education is an educational approach that focuses on classroom environments that reflect the children’s culture and promote positive racial and ethnic identity. CRAB addresses culture, diversity, fairness, and

CoP Cohort 1 – this cohort will provide the opportunity to discuss a variety of topics chosen by participants. The dates for this CoP are:   September 13, 2021 December 6, 2021 March 7, 2022 June 6, 2022

CoP Cohort 2 – this cohort will provide an opportunity to have discussions around the topics of cultural humility, implicit bias, and equity. Ebonyse Mead, Ed.D. will be the facilitator for this CoP. The dates for this CoP are:   September 20, 2021 December 13, 2021 March 14, 2022

The Early Childhood Leadership Institute (ECLI) provides ongoing professional development to professionals within New Jersey’s Quality Rating and Improvement System and Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies. Professional development opportunities include orientation, biannual trainings, community of practices, forums, and small group coaching. The GNJK Extended Learning Virtual Workshops are a way

Wednesday, October 5, 2022 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST Title: Understanding and Supporting Communication Disorders in Young Children In this workshop, participants will: • Understand the role of the Speech-Language Pathologist when assisting young children with communication disorders. • Discuss communication domains, typical development, and the

We are excited to announce the next round of ECLI Orientation for Infant Toddler Specialists (ITS), Quality Improvement Specialists (QIS), Technical Assistant Specialists (TAS), Lead Trainers (LT) and Family Engagement Specialists (FES). Day 1, Session 1: Tuesday, January 10th   9:00am-11:00am Day 1, Session 2: Thursday, January 12th  9:00am-11:00am Day

We are excited to announce the next round of ECLI Orientation for Infant Toddler Specialists (ITS), Quality Improvement Specialists (QIS), Technical Assistant Specialists (TAS), Lead Trainers (LT) and Family Engagement Specialists (FES). Day 1, Session 1: Tuesday, January 10th   9:00am-11:00am Day 1, Session 2: Thursday, January 12th  9:00am-11:00am Day

We are excited to announce the next round of ECLI Orientation for Infant Toddler Specialists (ITS), Quality Improvement Specialists (QIS), Technical Assistant Specialists (TAS), Lead Trainers (LT) and Family Engagement Specialists (FES). Day 1, Session 1: Tuesday, January 10th   9:00am-11:00am Day 1, Session 2: Thursday, January 12th  9:00am-11:00am Day

We are excited to announce the next round of ECLI Orientation for Infant Toddler Specialists (ITS), Quality Improvement Specialists (QIS), Technical Assistant Specialists (TAS), Lead Trainers (LT) and Family Engagement Specialists (FES). Day 1, Session 1: Tuesday, January 10th   9:00am-11:00am Day 1, Session 2: Thursday, January 12th  9:00am-11:00am Day

                  Wednesday, March 29, 2023 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST Title: Getting Back to Basics: Supporting Young Children’s Social-Emotional Development as we Emerge from the COVID-19 Pandemic This workshop will discuss the experiences of young children during the

The Early Childhood Leadership Institute (ECLI) provides ongoing professional development to professionals within New Jersey’s Quality Rating and Improvement System and Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies. Professional development opportunities include orientation, biannual trainings, community of practices, forums, and small group coaching. The GNJK Extended Learning Virtual Workshops are a way

  The Early Childhood Leadership Institute (ECLI) provides ongoing professional development to professionals within New Jersey’s Quality Rating and Improvement System and Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies. Professional development opportunities include orientation, trainings, communities of practice and learners, forums, and small group and 1-on-1 Supervisor coaching.

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST Title: How to Have a Difficult Conversation This interactive workshop develops skills and introduces practical processes that can be used during a difficult conversation. People are often reluctant to discuss difficult topics for fear of the consequences.