THE 2022-23 Resource Directories and Provider Workshop booklets are Here! - You can find them in our Local Publications page. (on-line web version will be ready soon!)

CALAVERAS CHILDREN'S FAIR IS BACK! - Saturday, 10/22/2022. See the information in our events page.




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Trainings & Events


  • FAMILY CHILDHOOD SIGN LANGUAGE

    Join us Tuesday, October 11th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Online training
    Early Childhood Sign Language enhances and promotes: school readiness through language, social emotional learning, behavior management, and promotes classroom diversity.  (Link will be provided with eBook, video links and printable resources for this virtual training)

    Amador and Calaveras Providers will Receive a free "Time to Sign" Toolkit!

    Presenters:
    Dr. Michael Hubler Ed.D. Social-Emotional Learning Specialist - Has a doctorate of education degree specializing in SEL, and his masters of administration degree.  He now teaches early childhood providers throughout North America How to enhance their children's SEL skills.

    Lillian Hubler, President and Founder of Time to Sign - A dynamic educator who has taught Sign Language to over 250,000 early childhood educators.  She leads our wonderfully talented team of service providers who come from various backgrounds.

    Click here to register via workforce registry.

    CCIP Eligible Strong Start Calaveras Eligible Amador Quality for Kids Eligible

  • SENSORY IDEAS AND SUPPORT IN THE EARLY LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

    Tuesday, October 18th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Andria Tinquest provides an interactive workshop that supports the sensory needs of young children.  The presenter will demonstrate and explain ways to use sensory tools and provide ideas on how to enhance the social emotional environment.



    Questions?  Contact Karen at 209-754-1075

    CCIP Eligible Strong Start Calaveras Eligible Amador Quality for Kids Eligible

  • PROVIDER WORK NIGHT

    Lending Library - Consumable Closet - Copies
    Make & Take Activity
    at our office at 8085 Highway 26 in Mokelumne Hill

    Thursday, October 20th, 2022, 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

    Make & Take theme - "5 Little Pumpkins"

    Consumable Closet

    ( Family Child Care and Family, Friends and Neighbor providers only)
    Items you may ake back to your program and use up.  Paint, glue, scissors, paper, glitter, play-dough, tape, craft items &and more!

    Lending Library

    Over 2,000 children's books and educational items available for loan.  All developmental areas available.  Large Selection of teaching books.  Keep up to 30 days and return when ready for something new.

    for more details contact Karen Frazier at 209-754-1075

  • CALAVERAS CHILDREN'S FAIR

    "Connections: Back to Basics & Beyond!"

    Saturday, October 22, 2022, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm

    at Bret Harte High School

    321 South Main Street, Angels Camp

    *** Free Admission ***


    Fire & Police - Community Resources - Music
    Family Activities - Captain Encouragement
    Healthy Lunch - Car Seat Checkpoint - Face Painting

    Questions? contact Karen Frazier at 209-754-1075

  • TAXES WITH FRED KENYON

    Thursday, November 3rd from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Learn how to gain a greater deduction on your upcoming tax return as a Child Care Provider, your tax return is more complex than the average business owner's and there may be some rules and deductions you may be missing.

    We invite you to come with questions!

    Learning Objectives:  Federal meal allowances; reimbursements vs. tax deductions; benefits of recording your business of home, time-space percentage - that you need to know; benefits of the new tax law business use of your vehicle; and much, much more!



    Questions?  Contact Karen at 209-754-1075

    CCIP Eligible Strong Start Calaveras Eligible Amador Quality for Kids Eligible

  • PROVIDER WORK NIGHT

    Lending Library - Consumable Closet - Copies
    Make & Take Activity
    at our office at 8085 Highway 26 in Mokelumne Hill

    Thursday, November 17th, 2022, 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

    Make & Take theme - "Family & Friends"

    Consumable Closet

    ( Family Child Care and Family, Friends and Neighbor providers only)
    Items you may ake back to your program and use up.  Paint, glue, scissors, paper, glitter, play-dough, tape, craft items &and more!

    Lending Library

    Over 2,000 children's books and educational items available for loan.  All developmental areas available.  Large Selection of teaching books.  Keep up to 30 days and return when ready for something new.

    for more details contact Karen Frazier at 209-754-1075

  • PROVIDER WORK NIGHT

    Lending Library - Consumable Closet - Copies
    Make & Take Activity
    at our office at 8085 Highway 26 in Mokelumne Hill

    Thursday, December 15th, 2022, 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

    Make & Take theme - "Winter Wonderland"

    Consumable Closet

    ( Family Child Care and Family, Friends and Neighbor providers only)
    Items you may ake back to your program and use up.  Paint, glue, scissors, paper, glitter, play-dough, tape, craft items &and more!

    Lending Library

    Over 2,000 children's books and educational items available for loan.  All developmental areas available.  Large Selection of teaching books.  Keep up to 30 days and return when ready for something new.

    for more details contact Karen Frazier at 209-754-1075

  • FAMILY CHILD CARE FUNDAMENTALS

    Tuesday, January 17th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Tuesday, January 24th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Tuesday, January 31st from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Tuesday, February 7th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    This four week series will provide you with a solid foundation to start and run a successful and professional Family Child Care Business.

    Topics Include:

    •  Design your unique program, activities, and curriculum
    • Create your best environment and market your business
    • Contracts, policies, and communication
    • Business finances and taxes


    Questions?  Contact Karen at 209-754-1075

    CCIP Eligible Strong Start Calaveras Eligible Amador Quality for Kids Eligible

  • PROVIDER WORK NIGHT

    Lending Library - Consumable Closet - Copies
    Make & Take Activity
    at our office at 8085 Highway 26 in Mokelumne Hill

    Thursday, January 19th, 2023, 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

    Make & Take theme - "Let's Party"

    Consumable Closet

    ( Family Child Care and Family, Friends and Neighbor providers only)
    Items you may ake back to your program and use up.  Paint, glue, scissors, paper, glitter, play-dough, tape, craft items &and more!

    Lending Library

    Over 2,000 children's books and educational items available for loan.  All developmental areas available.  Large Selection of teaching books.  Keep up to 30 days and return when ready for something new.

    for more details contact Karen Frazier at 209-754-1075
  • Preventative Health & Safety
    Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

    This eight hour Preventative Health, Safety, and Nutrition course meets the Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) state licensing requirements including Nutrition and Lead Poisoning Prevention information to become a licensed child care provider by Community Care Licensing.  Cost is $25 per person.  Classes are held in Mokelumne Hill

    To register call 209-754-1075

  • PROVIDER WORK NIGHT

    Lending Library - Consumable Closet - Copies
    Make & Take Activity
    at our office at 8085 Highway 26 in Mokelumne Hill

    Thursday, February 16th, 2023, 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

    Make & Take theme - "Love"

    Consumable Closet

    ( Family Child Care and Family, Friends and Neighbor providers only)
    Items you may ake back to your program and use up.  Paint, glue, scissors, paper, glitter, play-dough, tape, craft items &and more!

    Lending Library

    Over 2,000 children's books and educational items available for loan.  All developmental areas available.  Large Selection of teaching books.  Keep up to 30 days and return when ready for something new.

    for more details contact Karen Frazier at 209-754-1075

  • THE RESOURCE CONNECTION
    EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION MINI-CONFERENCE


    Saturday, March. 4th, 2023, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

    Castle Oaks Golf Club - 1000 Oaks Dr., Ione


    FOR AMADOR AND CALAVERAS EARLY LEARNING PROVIDERS

    PRESENTERS:
    Miriam Beloglovsky - Author: Loose Parts 1,2,3, & 4 and Creator Playful Transformations
    Jeanette Luedders Jones - Solano Community College, Child and Development and Family Studies



    for more details contact Karen Frazier at 209-754-1075 or email kfrazier@trcac.org

  • PROVIDER WORK NIGHT

    Lending Library - Consumable Closet - Copies
    Make & Take Activity
    at our office at 8085 Highway 26 in Mokelumne Hill

    Thursday, March 16th, 2023, 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

    Make & Take theme - "Spring Has Sprung"

    Consumable Closet

    ( Family Child Care and Family, Friends and Neighbor providers only)
    Items you may ake back to your program and use up.  Paint, glue, scissors, paper, glitter, play-dough, tape, craft items &and more!

    Lending Library

    Over 2,000 children's books and educational items available for loan.  All developmental areas available.  Large Selection of teaching books.  Keep up to 30 days and return when ready for something new.

    for more details contact Karen Frazier at 209-754-1075

  • L EARNING THROUGH PLAY WITH BEV BOS

    Tuesday, March 28th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Bev Bos was a world-renown leader of the early childhood field, well known for her teachings on play-based learning.  A teacher, author, and prominent advocate, Bev and her Roseville Community Preschool were based right here in Northern California.  Join us for a lively and engaging evening based on her annual "good Stuff for Kids"Conferences.  You will experience Bev's philosophies on risky ply, messy play, nature play, rough and tumble play, storytelling, and music.  The evening will also include hands-on make and take activities, and participants will take home some fun incentives!



    Questions?  Contact Karen at 209-754-1075

    CCIP Eligible Strong Start Calaveras Eligible Amador Quality for Kids Eligible

  • PROVIDER WORK NIGHT

    Lending Library - Consumable Closet - Copies
    Make & Take Activity
    at our office at 8085 Highway 26 in Mokelumne Hill

    Thursday, April 20th, 2023, 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

    Make & Take theme - "On the Farm"

    Consumable Closet

    ( Family Child Care and Family, Friends and Neighbor providers only)
    Items you may ake back to your program and use up.  Paint, glue, scissors, paper, glitter, play-dough, tape, craft items &and more!

    Lending Library

    Over 2,000 children's books and educational items available for loan.  All developmental areas available.  Large Selection of teaching books.  Keep up to 30 days and return when ready for something new.

    for more details contact Karen Frazier at 209-754-1075
  • Preventative Health & Safety
    Sunday, April. 22, 2023, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

    This eight hour Preventative Health, Safety, and Nutrition course meets the Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) state licensing requirements including Nutrition and Lead Poisoning Prevention information to become a licensed child care provider by Community Care Licensing.  Cost is $25 per person.  Classes are held in Mokelumne Hill

    To register call 209-754-1075

  • PROVIDER WORK NIGHT

    Lending Library - Consumable Closet - Copies
    Make & Take Activity
    at our office at 8085 Highway 26 in Mokelumne Hill

    Thursday, May 18th, 2023, 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

    Make & Take theme - "Moms"

    Consumable Closet

    ( Family Child Care and Family, Friends and Neighbor providers only)
    Items you may ake back to your program and use up.  Paint, glue, scissors, paper, glitter, play-dough, tape, craft items &and more!

    Lending Library

    Over 2,000 children's books and educational items available for loan.  All developmental areas available.  Large Selection of teaching books.  Keep up to 30 days and return when ready for something new.

    for more details contact Karen Frazier at 209-754-1075

  • PROVIDER WORK NIGHT

    Lending Library - Consumable Closet - Copies
    Make & Take Activity
    at our office at 8085 Highway 26 in Mokelumne Hill

    Thursday, June 15th, 2023, 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm

    Make & Take theme - "Dads"

    Consumable Closet

    ( Family Child Care and Family, Friends and Neighbor providers only)
    Items you may ake back to your program and use up.  Paint, glue, scissors, paper, glitter, play-dough, tape, craft items &and more!

    Lending Library

    Over 2,000 children's books and educational items available for loan.  All developmental areas available.  Large Selection of teaching books.  Keep up to 30 days and return when ready for something new.

    for more details contact Karen Frazier at 209-754-1075

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    **  Register for Workshops/trainings through the CA ECE Workforce Registry  Click here to learn how to sign-up and register for workshops.   To receive credit, please submit your Workforce Registry number to snoble@trcac.org.




    THE RESOURCE CONNECTION
    FAMILY OF PROGRAMS ALSO INCLUDE:


    The Resource Connection Administrative Office

    Calaveras Children's Advocacy Center

    Calaveras Crisis Center

    Early Childhood Programs - Calaveras Head Start and Ealy Head Start

    The Food Bank of Calaveras County

    Motherlode WIC of Amador & Calaveras Counties