ESU #3 ELC Omaha Region Newsletter

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Childcare and preschool providers have knowledge of early childhood development and are encouraged to discuss any concerns or “red flags” with families. These conversations can cause some apprehension, but they are important in the ongoing effort to connect families with early intervention. Childcare and preschool providers are encouraged to trust their developmental knowledge and instincts and know what resources are available for families. One primary resource is the Early Development Network.

The Early Development Network serves children ages birth through two years of age who qualify for special education services according to Nebraska State Guidelines (Rule 52). Services are provided at no cost to the family, are provided in the child’s natural environment (e.g. home, childcare) and are confidential. Childcare and preschool providers can make a referral to EDN, but the parent ultimately has to consent to proceed with any screenings or evaluations. It is important to make parents aware of any concerns that you have and to partner with them as they seek resources to address those concerns. If a child is between the ages of three and five, the family can contact their local school district directly to inquire about supports and services. All Nebraska school districts are obligated to provide services beginning at birth for children who meet eligibility criteria and demonstrate a need for early intervention. To make a referral, use the contact numbers below:

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Join us for the Omaha Region Early Childhood Community meetings that take place monthly on the 2nd Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. There is no need to register to attend, simply click on the zoom link to join the meeting. The purpose of these calls is to bring communication from our state and local partners directly to early childhood providers and educators in order to better assist them in making good business decisions.

Next Meeting: January 10, 2024 @ 1:00PM

Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 880 1418 4331 Password: 529752

These free training opportunities are provided by funding made available through DHHS Child Care pandemic relief funds (ARPA).

For all day sessions, there will be a 30 minute lunch break and lunch will NOT be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring something to eat.

If you are interested in a group session for your program, email jhaggart@esu3.org

ONLINE Early Learning Guidelines: Creative Arts

Wednesday, January 3, 2024; 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Each participant is expected to join the session individually. Small groups sharing a device (logged in on the same computer) is not allowed.

IN PERSON Early Learning Guidelines: Science

Friday, January 5, 2023

ESU #3 - 6949 S. 110th St, LaVista, NE 68128

Pautas de aprendizaje temprano: Lenguaje y la alfabetización

sábado, 13 de enero; 8:30 a.m. a 3:00 p.m.

ESU #3 - 6949 S. 110th St, LaVista, NE 68128

IN PERSON Early Learning Guidelines: Approaches to Learning

Saturday, January 13; 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

ESU #3 - 6949 S. 110th St, LaVista, NE 68128

IN PERSON Early Learning Guidelines: Language and Literacy

Tuesday, January 16 and Thursday, January 18; 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

ESU #3 - 6949 S. 110th St, LaVista, NE 68128

ONLINE Early Learning Guidelines: Science

Tuesday, January 23 and Thursday, January 25; 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Participants must attend both sessions to receive an inservice hours certificate.

Each participant is expected to join the session individually. Small groups sharing a device (logged in on the same computer) is not allowed.

IN PERSON Early Learning Guidelines: Social & Emotional Development

Friday, February 2; 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

ESU #3 - 6949 S. 110th St, LaVista, NE 68128

IN PERSON Early Learning Guidelines: Creative Arts

Saturday, February 10; 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

ESU #3 - 6949 S. 110th St, LaVista, NE 68128

Early Learning Guidelines Book Pick Up

If you do not have a copy of the Early Learning Guidelines: Nebraska's Birth to Five Learning and Development Standards (updated 2018) and would like to pick one up, you (or someone you send) can stop by ESU #3 (110th & Harrison) during the week.

ESU 3 Address: 6949 S 110th St, LaVista, NE 68128

Building hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

You will enter through the main entrance on the west side of the building and let the person at the front desk know you are there to pick up an ELG book.

Infant Child and Adult CPR and First Aid classes are offered in Fort Calhoun on the first Thursday of each month. Christi Jones is very flexible with class dates, and is available most evenings and weekends. Please call at 402-468-4868 or email christigo18@aol.com to register or for more info about onsite training.

Nebraska Training Services

Thursday, January 18; 6:30 p.m.

Registration fee: $60

Lisa: netrainingservices@gmail.com or 402-661-9957

Living Faith Church, 12315 Westwood Lane, Omaha 68144

AED/CPR & First Aid Training

National Safety Council, Nebraska

Nebraska Child Care Licensing Regulations require mandatory child passenger safety training for child care centers who transport children. The Safe Kids Nebraska Child Care Transportation Training is the only approved course to satisfy the regulation requirements. The current list of certified child passenger safety technicians offering the training can be found here

Prior to License Orientation training is now available ONLINE for persons interested in becoming licensed as a Family Child Care Home I or II. The licensing process, which includes this orientation training, can be found on the Department of Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing website at this link.

ONLINE Safe With You

Wednesday, January 24; 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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2023 2024 Special Care Training

Nebraska Early Learning Library (English)

Nebraska Early Learning Library (Spanish)

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CDA Information Session

CDA Navigator

CDA Pathway Social Media

CDA Scholarships

CLASS Training

Environment Rating Scales Training

Whole Body Classroom Series

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ECERS-3 Webinars

FCCERS-3 Webinars

ITERS-3 Webinars

ESU #3 Early Learning Connection (ELC) Omaha Region works collaboratively within the counties of Cass, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington to ensure a wide variety of early childhood professional development activities are planned and implemented in response to the needs of educators who work with children birth through age eight in center, home, preschool, and out of school time programs.

The work of ESU #3 ELC Omaha Region and all publications are made possible by Grant Number 93.575 Child Care and Development Block Grant from the Office of Child Care, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

For more information, visit www.elcomaharegion.org or contact Jennifer Haggart, ELC PD Omaha Region Coordinator, at jhaggart@esu3.org or April Carter, ELC PD Assistant Coordinator, at akcarter@esu3.org.