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December

Dec
18
Thursday, December 18, 2025 | 12–1:30 pm
This community of practice provides a space for new early childhood coordinators to learn and grow together.

January

Jan
14
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 12–1 pm
Join monthly Tech Support sessions to learn practical tips and tools for making the most of Help Me Connect.
Jan
15
Thursday, January 15, 2026 | 1–2 pm
The Regional Networking Group Leaders advance the practice of early childhood education and family education by helping build regional capacity and expertise, working to continuously improve programs and services, and enhancing communication and collaboration between districts and the state.
Jan
16
Friday, January 16, 2026 | 1–2 pm
In this collaborative working group, parent educators meet to analyze and provide input on the home visiting program through Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE).
Jan
20
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 | 3–4:30 pm
This community of practice provides a space for new early childhood coordinators to learn and grow together.
Jan
22
Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 1–2 pm
ECFE Open Office Hour (OOH) is a dedicated time for Parent Educators to meet virtually, engage in peer discussion, and share best practices relevant to a specific ECFE programming or family support topic.
Jan
22
Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 3–4 pm
Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) staff will overview the new Annual Program Verification process for currently funded VPK programs and answer individual questions.
Jan
26
Monday, January 26, 2026 | 9–10 am
The Meeting of the Minds community of practice provides a space for regional Interagency Early Intervention Committee leaders and members to share ideas, provide support and create new ways of doing the work together.

February

Feb
3
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 | 11 am–12 pm
Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) staff will overview the new Annual Program Verification process for currently funded VPK programs and answer individual questions.
Feb
5
Thursday, February 5, 2026 | 1–2 pm
The Screening Advisory Community of Practice is for regional screening coordinators and public health nurses. February's topic is equity audits.
Feb
11
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 | 12–1 pm
Join monthly Tech Support sessions to learn practical tips and tools for making the most of Help Me Connect.
Feb
12
Thursday, February 12, 2026 | 3–4 pm
Submit questions when you register for the session. Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) staff will provide additional resources and information.
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