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MarcoPolo Training: ELC Part 2 Training (Spanish)

MarcoPolo
Jul 29, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Este entrenamiento está destinado a maestros o directores de ELC o RCMA para aprender cómo MarcoPolo For Families mejora la participación familiar.

Este entrenamiento tiene una duración de una hora y se recomienda haber completado previamente el Entrenamiento ELC Parte 1.

Guía de Cambios: Actualizaciones de Pre-K CLASS® 2nd Edición 7-30-26

Other
Jul 30, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

La Capacitación sobre la Guía de Cambios de PreK CLASS® 2.ª Edición está diseñada para maestros y directores de PreK con el fin de fortalecer su comprensión en las actualizaciones de la evaluación PreK CLASS® 2.ª Edición. Los participantes explorarán la guía de cambios, compararán las diferencias entre la edición anterior y la actual, y aprenderán a utilizar este recurso para fortalecer sus prácticas de enseñanza, mejorar las interacciones en el aula y promover la mejora continua de la calidad del programa.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration.

CPR & First Aid Class

CPR & First Aid Class
Aug 1, 2026
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Classes are $50 for two classes, $25 for one class. Call to register with Marc Forman: 239-357-7970

Palms at Waters Edge Condominiums
3330 North Key Drive APT F-5
North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Crosswalk Key Pre-K 2nd Edition Updates 8-3-26

Other
Aug 3, 2026
12:30 pm -2:30 pm

PreK CLASS® 2nd Edition Crosswalk Training is designed for PreK teachers and directors to build understanding of the updates in the PreK CLASS 2nd Edition assessment. Participants will explore the crosswalk, compare changes between the previous and current editions, and learn how to use this resource to strengthen instructional practices, classroom interactions, and program quality.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration.

Music in Early Childhood

Other
Aug 6, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Providers will be able to identify the benefits of music on children and their development. They will also be able to identify how children improve language thru music. There will be hands-on activities.

This training is held at Wonder Years Preschool 9751 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs, FL 34135

CLASS 2nd Edition Crosswalk

Other
Aug 6, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Providers will learn about the changes in the Pre-k CLASS 2nd edition.

Providers will have the opprotunity to explore the 2nd edition Dimensions Guide and learn how to use it to improve their CLASS scores.

This training is held at Wonder Years Preschool, 9751 Bonita Beach Rd. SE, Bonita Springs, FL 34135

Crosswalk Key Pre-K 2nd Edition Updates 8-6-26

Other
Aug 6, 2026
6:30 pm -8:30 pm

PreK CLASS® 2nd Edition Crosswalk Training is designed for PreK teachers and directors to build understanding of the updates in the PreK CLASS 2nd Edition assessment. Participants will explore the crosswalk, compare changes between the previous and current editions, and learn how to use this resource to strengthen instructional practices, classroom interactions, and program quality.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration.

Guía de Cambios: Actualizaciones de Pre-K CLASS® 2nd Edición 8-6-26

Other
Aug 6, 2026
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

La Capacitación sobre la Guía de Cambios de PreK CLASS® 2.ª Edición está diseñada para maestros y directores de PreK con el fin de fortalecer su comprensión en las actualizaciones de la evaluación PreK CLASS® 2.ª Edición. Los participantes explorarán la guía de cambios, compararán las diferencias entre la edición anterior y la actual, y aprenderán a utilizar este recurso para fortalecer sus prácticas de enseñanza, mejorar las interacciones en el aula y promover la mejora continua de la calidad del programa.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration.

Crosswalk Key Pre-K 2nd Edition Updates 8-27-26

Other
Aug 27, 2026
6:30 pm -8:30 pm

PreK CLASS® 2nd Edition Crosswalk Training is designed for PreK teachers and directors to build understanding of the updates in the PreK CLASS 2nd Edition assessment. Participants will explore the crosswalk, compare changes between the previous and current editions, and learn how to use this resource to strengthen instructional practices, classroom interactions, and program quality.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration.

CPR & First Aid Class

CPR & First Aid Class
Sep 5, 2026
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Classes are $50 for two classes, $25 for one class. Call to register with Marc Forman: 239-357-7970

Palms at Waters Edge Condominiums
3330 North Key Drive APT F - 5
North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Effective Interactions for the Pre-K Classroom (English)

Effective Interactions for the Pre-K Classroom
Sep 10, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

The primary learning objectives for this training session are to help participants understand the updates and organization of the Pre-K CLASS® 2nd Edition tool and how they align with the crosswalk. Participants will identify the dimensions and behavioral markers within the Instructional Support domain, recognize key changes from the previous edition, and deepen their understanding of effective teacher-child interactions. By the end of the training, participants will be prepared to use this resource to strengthen instructional practices, support classroom observations, and promote continuous quality improvement.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration.

Effective Interactions for the Pre-K Classroom (English)

Effective Interactions for the Pre-K Classroom
Sep 24, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

The primary learning objectives for this training session are to help participants understand the updates and organization of the Pre-K CLASS® 2nd Edition tool and how they align with the crosswalk. Participants will identify the dimensions and behavioral markers within the Instructional Support domain, recognize key changes from the previous edition, and deepen their understanding of effective teacher-child interactions. By the end of the training, participants will be prepared to use this resource to strengthen instructional practices, support classroom observations, and promote continuous quality improvement.

TEAMS link will be sent after registration.

CPR & First Aid Class

CPR & First Aid Class
Oct 3, 2026
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Classes are $50 for two classes, $25 for one class. Call to register with Marc Forman: 239-357-7970

Palms at Waters Edge Condominiums
3330 North Key Drive APT F-5
North Fort Myers, FL 33903

CPR & First Aid Class

CPR & First Aid Class
Nov 7, 2026
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Classes are $50 for two classes, $25 for one class. Call to register with Marc Forman: 239-357-7970

Palms at Waters Edge Condominiums
3330 North Key Drive APT F-5
North Fort Myers, FL 33903

CPR & First Aid Class

CPR & First Aid Class
Dec 5, 2026
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Classes are $50 for two classes, $25 for one class. Call to register with Marc Forman: 239-357-7970

Palms at Waters Edge Condominiums
3330 North Key Drive APT F-5
North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Connect With Your Class in English

Connect With Your Class in English
Jun 12, 2119
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

This training occurs the 2nd Wednesday of every month on TEAMS.

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Meeting ID: 270 467 700 135 6

Passcode: rv3zp2Vi

The first session will be an open forum for all teachers to connect with the ELC about any topics of interest. Weeks follow will be based on the needs of the teachers. Topics will include: CLASS, Behavior mgmt., Classroom mgmt., Q&A, Lesson plans, Health and Safety and ETC. English training

Connect with your Class in Spanish

Connect With Your Class in Spanish
Jul 26, 2119
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

This training occurs on the 4th Wednesday of every month on TEAMS.

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Meeting ID: 282 143 350 425 1

Passcode: V6XT3Jo3

The first session will be an open forum for all teachers to connect with the ELC about any topics of interest. Weeks follow will be based on the needs of the teachers. Topics will include: CLASS, Behavior mgmt., Classroom mgmt., Q&A, Lesson plans, Health and Safety and ETC. Spanish training

MarcoPolo ON DEMAND: Social Emotional Development

MarcoPolo
Sep 11, 2119

These On-Demand courses are available anytime. They focus on best instructional practices to elevate your teaching.

MarcoPolo ON-DEMAND: 5 Discourse Moves to Strenghthen Child-Teacher Interactions

MarcoPolo
Sep 11, 2119

These On-Demand courses are available anytime. They focus on best instructional practices to elevate your teaching.

MarcoPolo ON-DEMAND: Literacy - Developmentally Appropriate Ways to Boost Kindergarten Readiness

MarcoPolo
Sep 11, 2119

These On-Demand courses are available anytime. They focus on best instructional practices to elevate your teaching.

MarcoPolo ON-DEMAND: Math - Developmentally Appropriate Ways to Boost Kindergarten Readiness

MarcoPolo
Sep 11, 2119

These On-Demand courses are available anytime. They focus on best instructional practices to elevate your teaching.