

HPYC's Educator Newsletter
February 2025

What's Happening at the Partnership
HPYC in partnership with the Hamden Public Library offered Hamden educators an opprtunity to earn about reading strategies with young children, and what the Hamden Public Library has to offer for educators. Click on the image to access the information shared, as well as a list of resources!
Resources
Transitions
Struggling with transitions?? Here are some tips to help make them smoother, in the classroom and for parents, as well as some visual supports!
Playdough Faces
Want to make learning about feelings a fun, hands-on experience? Click the image, print the mats, pop them in some sheet protectors and you are ready to go!
OEC Funded Professional Learning Opportunities
The goal of the CQIS Forums is to provide a professional learning community focused on Continuous Quality Improvement. Forums are offered bi-monthly (every other month) and are open to all providers interested in Continuous Quality Improvement. We will share resources, and there will be opportunities for Administrators to ask questions and network with colleagues about Continuous Quality Improvement planning and implementation unique to their setting.
Additional Professional Development Opportunities
Please consider registering for EASTCONN’s 11th Annual Infant Toddler Conference, Building Resiliency: Integrating Sensory-Rich Experiences. This professional learning opportunity is for educators, Birth to Three Providers, Home Visitors, and others who work with young children and families.
Attention Administrators
CT State Community College and OEC have two courses starting on March 28 for administrators. Interested candidates can simply click on the link in the flyer or scan the QR code to fill out a short questionnaire.
NAEYC Early Learning Program News
A new monthly email newsletter with resources, information, and new ideas for accredited programs and those currently seeking accreditation.
Interested in Higher Education?
Here are some resources you may be interested in:
ECE Pathway Exams Pathways Early Childhood Education Exams | Charter Oak State College
CT Community College CT State Expands Free College Tuition Program - CT State
CT Student Loan Reimbursement SLRPInformation2025.pdf