BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SPAN Parent Advocacy Network - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:SPAN Parent Advocacy Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://spanadvocacy.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SPAN Parent Advocacy Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261112T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261112T203000 DTSTAMP:20261114T065023 CREATED:20260923T204626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T211432Z UID:10000197-1794508200-1794515400@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Inclusion-Everyone Belongs here DESCRIPTION:Understand key laws and policies that promote and protect inclusion. \nApply effective inclusion strategies in child care settings. \nIdentify resources to support children with disabilities and special needs. \nProvide accurate and comprehensive information to families. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/inclusion-everyone-belongs-here/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Early Childhood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Inclusion-Everyone-Belongs-here_Logo.52.40-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261029T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261029T130000 DTSTAMP:20261114T065023 CREATED:20260908T162606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T163750Z UID:10000191-1793271600-1793278800@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Soluciones Positivas para las Familias DESCRIPTION:Soluciones Positivas para las Familias es un programa divertido de siete sesiones para padres\, madres y cuidadores de niños(as) de 2 a 8 años.Aprenda maneras sencillas de ayudar a su hijo(a) a manejar sus emociones intensas\, desarrollar relaciones positivas y tomar buenas decisiones.Obtenga herramientas e ideas útiles para hacer más fácil la crianza en el día a día. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/soluciones-positivas-para-las-familias/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Early Childhood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Facilitado-por-el-Proyecto-de-Cuidado-Infantil-Inclusivo-de-Nueva-Jersey.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261028T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261028T120000 DTSTAMP:20261114T065023 CREATED:20260828T163150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T133659Z UID:10000179-1793181600-1793188800@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Positive Solutions for Families DESCRIPTION:Positive Solutions for Families is a fun\, seven-session program for parents and caregivers of children ages 2–8. Learn simple ways to help your child manage big feelings\, build positive relationships\, and make good choices. Gain helpful tools and ideas to make everyday parenting easier. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/positive-solution-for-families/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Early Childhood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Positive-Solution-For-Families_Logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261022T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261022T110000 DTSTAMP:20261114T065023 CREATED:20260923T210939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T210952Z UID:10000201-1792663200-1792666800@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Círculo de Padres: El Poder de las Rutinas en la Primera Infancia DESCRIPTION:Al finalizar esta sesión\, los participantes podrán:Definir qué son las rutinas y describir sus beneficios para los niños(as) pequeños(as) y sus familias.Identificar diferentes tipos de rutinas que apoyan el desarrollo y el bienestar de los niños(as).Explicar por qué las rutinas son importantes para los niños(as) pequeños(as) y sus familias.Describir cómo las rutinas apoyan el desarrollo de las habilidades socioemocionales. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/circulo-de-padres-el-poder-de-las-rutinas-en-la-primera-infancia/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Early Childhood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/circulo-de-Padres.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261015T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261015T110000 DTSTAMP:20261114T065023 CREATED:20260908T161519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T163629Z UID:10000185-1792058400-1792062000@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Parent Circle: The Power of Routines in Early Childhood DESCRIPTION:By the end of this session\, participants will be able to:Define routines and describe their benefits for young children and families.Identify different types of routines that support children’s development and well-being.Explain why routines matter for young children and families.Describe how routines support the development of social-emotional skills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/parent-circle-the-power-of-routines-in-early-childhood/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Early Childhood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Parent-Circle-The-Power-of-Routines-in-Early-Chil_Logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261001T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261001T203000 DTSTAMP:20261114T065023 CREATED:20260923T210108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T210121Z UID:10000200-1790879400-1790886600@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Everything you need to know about Early Intervention DESCRIPTION:Recognize the importance of making timely referrals to Early Intervention and follow-up services when developmental concerns arise. \nUnderstand the role of the Early Intervention system and the purpose of the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). \nDescribe the transition process from Early Intervention to Special Education and the development of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). \nIdentify tools and resources to share with families to support evaluation\, services\, and transition prior to age three. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/everything-you-need-to-know-about-early-intervention/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Early Childhood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Everything-you-need-to-know-about-Early-Interventi_Logo.45.56-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260327T123000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260327T134500 DTSTAMP:20261114T065023 CREATED:20260324T203416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203430Z UID:10000109-1774614600-1774619100@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Paid Leave in NJ DESCRIPTION:How to support parents ability to take time to heal and bond.  Join us for a discussion doulas followed by a workshop on Paid Leave in NJ. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/lunch-and-learn-paid-leave-in-nj/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Early Childhood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Black-Modern-Doula-Services-Logo-Design-Instagram-Post-45-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260326T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260326T193000 DTSTAMP:20261114T065023 CREATED:20260312T172719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T172720Z UID:10000101-1774549800-1774553400@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:New Jersey Inclusive Child Care Presents DESCRIPTION:Overview\nCome for the resources; stay for the discussion!\n\n\n\nRegister once! We’ll keep you on the list for future Circles.Join our upcoming Parent Circles \nA space for real conversation\, shared wisdom\, and community.Parenting is a journey—you don’t have to do it alone. Come and connect with other parents and caregivers for open\, supportive conversations about everyday parenting topics. Whether you are: \n\nOvercoming challenges\nCelebrating victories\nLooking for resources\nNeeding a little laughter\nOr simply wanting to feel seen…\n\nThese Circles are for YOU!March 26\, 2026: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PMFostering Positive Sibling Connections \n\nAddress some of the underlying issues that may be affecting sibling relationships.\nReview positive strategies for handling sibling conflicts.\nTalk about how children can express and manage their emotions in healthy ways.\nIdentify resources to help your children build healthy relationships with their siblings.\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/new-jersey-inclusive-child-care-presents/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Early Childhood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/nj-inclusive-child-webinar-header-image.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T190000 DTSTAMP:20261114T065023 CREATED:20260227T233028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T171514Z UID:10000098-1774461600-1774465200@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Cuidado Infantil Inclusivo de Nueva Jersey Presenta: Círculo de Padres DESCRIPTION:Información general\n\n\n¡Venga por los recursos y quédese para la discusión! \n\n¡Inscríbase una sola vez! Le mantendremos en la lista para futuros Círculos. \nÚnase a nuestros próximos Círculo de Padres. \nUn espacio para charlas sinceras\, compartir sabiduría y crear comunidad. \nSer padres es un proceso y no tiene que hacerlo solo. Venga y conectese con otros padres y cuidadores para tener conversaciones abiertas y de apoyo sobre temas cotidianos de crianza. Ya sea que este: \n\nSuperando desafíos\nCelebrando victorias\nBuscando recursos\nNecesitando reírse un poco\nO simplemente quiere sentirse reconocido…\n\n25 de marzo de 2026: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMFomentando conexiones positivas entre hermanos \n\nAbordar algunos de los problemas subyacentes que pueden afectar las relaciones entre hermanos.\nRevisar estrategias positivas para manejar conflictos entre hermanos.\nHablar sobre cómo los niños pueden expresar y manejar sus emociones de manera saludable.\nIdentificar recursos que ayuden a sus hijos a construir relaciones saludables con sus hermanos\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/cuidado-infantil-inclusivo-de-nueva-jersey-presenta-circulo-de-padres/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Early Childhood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/circulo-de-Padres.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260323T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260323T190000 DTSTAMP:20261114T065023 CREATED:20260227T231600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T151922Z UID:10000097-1774288800-1774292400@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Early Reading: Skills\, Strategies\, and Support DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\nThis workshop will focus on early reading and the different skills that make a successful reader and ways to practice them at home. \n\nJoin SPAN’s NJTSS-ER Project on Monday\, March 23\, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Eastern Time) for an online family workshop about Early Reading. We’ll cover: \n\nThe “Big 5” Skills: ways to practice them at home.\nScarborough’s Reading Rope: what it means for developing readers.\nExecutive Functioning: how to be ready to learn.\n\nQuestions? Contact Beth Cosentino\, bcosentino@spanadvocacy.org \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/early-reading-skills-strategies-and-support/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Early Childhood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/early-reading.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR