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This week is finally our Book Meet & Greet at Toro! Join us on 12/7 at 6 PM for the fun! This week we also talk about our Instagram exclusive content, special treats that you will get with E-news sign-up, upcoming trainings, some fun bright ideas and lots more!Book Party Meet & GreetCheck Out Our Instagram!Sign Up For E-newsUpcoming TrainingsCACFPBright Idea- No Bake Play Dough --Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

This week we dive into our upcoming book launch meet & greet at TORO, upcoming Workforce Retention Grant info sessions, wrap up of 30 Days of Play, Recall Alert, Respite care, a message from CACFP and some wonderful bright ideas! Book Launch Meet & GreetWorkforce Retention Grant expense reports30 Days of PlayApple Sauce Pouch RecallRespite CareCACFP "Serve Up The Savings"Bright Idea- Sweet Potato and Black Bean StewBright Idea- Countdown to Calm--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

This week's Home & Classroom episode is truly from the heart! We talk about our November campaign, 30 Days of Play, and how you can have your classroom centers featured in our recap, our Book Launch- For You From Me, A Through Z, with Rebecca Habersang and the TORO launch event and a moment of thankfulness with our staff here at Brightside Up! 30 Days of PlayBook Launch Event--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Tune in to learn more about 30 Days of Play and how to be featured in our recap, Self-Care Saturday and the importance of YOU, our Book Launch Event at TORO, and some bright ideas that focus on play and peace! 30 Days of PlaySelf-Care SaturdayTORO Book Launch EventBright Idea - The Breathing BBright Idea - This or That--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Tune in to learn more about 30 days of play and our interview with Jenny Edwards, the Capital Region Early Childhood Leadership Initiative panel discussion, overdose prevention in childcare programs, TORO book launch party, IT Child, upcoming trainings, mindful moments with Kim Polstein, some awesome bright ideas and more! 30 Days of PlayInterview with Jenny EdwardsCapital Region Early Childhood Leadership Initiative Panel DiscussionNYS's Overdose Prevention LetterTORO Book Launch PartyIT ChildUpcoming TrainingsBright Ideas--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

To kick off 30 Days of Play, Kate interviews Jenny Edwards, the author of Intentionality: A Special Project, which you can find in the Home & Classroom magazine. They dive into the importance of interactive play centers and their impact on children's learning. Tune in to learn more! Intentionality: A Special Project:intentionality (squarespace.com)--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Tune in to learn more about 30 days of play and this year's theme of Spaces of Play, more information on desert grant expense reports, becoming a provider, IT Child, upcoming trainings, Self-Care Saturday, TORO book launch, a mouth-watering segment with our very own Bonnie Schultz, registered dietitian and CACFP home visitor, and more! 30 Days of PlayDesert Grant Expense ReportsBecome A Provider!IT ChildSelf Care SaturdayTORO Book LaunchUpcoming TrainingsServing Up Servings with CACFPBright Idea--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Tune in to learn more about IT Child which helps caregivers build connections with children, an overview of BSU's annual Making Connections Conference, upcoming trainings, Self-Care Saturday, our collaboration with the Arts Center of the Capital Region on creating a book, a survey with an exciting giveaway (Yay!) and more! ·         IT Child Tool·         Annual Making Connections Conference·         Upcoming Trainings From The Instructional Suite·         Self-Care Saturday·         TORO Book Launch·         Picture Of Child Care Survey·         Bright Idea (Mirror Tip Card)·         Intentionality In Setting Up Classroom Displays (Home & Classroom Magazine Vol 12)--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Reggio Emilia is a child-centered approach that encourages children to follow their interests and learn through organic exploration. Tune in to hear Kate interview Emily Cuccio, Early Childhood Trainer/Coach about her passion for the Reggio Emilia approach and its child-centric, project-based learning.Making Thinking Visiblehttps://www.amazon.com/Making-Thinking-Visible-Understanding-Independence/dp/047091551XFrom Teaching to Thinkinghttps://www.redleafpress.org/From-Teaching-to-Thinking-A-Pedagogy-for-Reimagining-Our-Work-P2334.aspxNorth American Reggio Alliancehttps://www.reggioalliance.org/Leadership Institutehttps://earlychildhoodny.org/leadershipinitiative/events.php?team=LEADERSHIP-CAPITALDISTRICTWhat are Reggio Emilia Schoolshttps://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/19/parenting/reggio-emilia-preschool.html--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

It's just Kate this week! Join her for updates on the Making Connections Annual Conferencethe Child Care Assistance ProgramWhat's Upcoming from the Instructional SuiteThe Picture of Child Care surveyA special call for art plus a Bright Idea from our own Kathleen Harland, all on this week's Shorties!--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Join Kevin and Kate for a special interview with Amy Kiley, Quality Improvement Specialist from Quality Stars NY, and learn about the benefits of joining plus their free upcoming info sessions. You'll also get updates on our upcoming Making Connections annual conference and other upcoming training, the first edition of our new Mindful Moments segment, and two Bright Ideas to try this week.Making Connections Annual ConferenceUpcoming training from Brightside UpQuality Stars NY information sessions--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

We're so sorry to miss this week but we are making plans behind the scenes and will be back next week with Shorties. Thank you!--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Kevin and Kate discuss the latest in what's happening in the world child care in this episode of Shorties!You'll get information on:Starting a child care program in your home with Best Start funding 2023 Making Connections Conference NYS's Workforce Retention Grant Email Kiersten at kkennedy@brightsideup.org for any and all questions Pyramid Model Roadmap Series  Quality Stars NY Info SessionsUpcoming From the Instructional Suite Plus 2 new bright ideas!--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Join Kevin and Kate as they review upcoming news and information for Capital Region Child Care providers in this episode of Shorties!You'll get information on:Making Connections Annual ConferenceNYS's Workforce Retention GrantQuality Stars NY Info SessionsPlus 2 new bright ideas!--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

The way we speak to children will become their inner voice. When we understand the importance of building a positive internal dialogue, we realize how our thoughts and words matter. Tune in to hear Rachel and Kate talk with Philomina about how to develop positive self-talk in children in this first episode of season 5!Mentioned on the show:- Making Connections Annual Conference - Browse our Instructional Suite and view Philomina's Words Count training on page 14 along with our "Flip It" training on page 20- The Kindess Wall--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

In this episode, Kate and Rachel are joined by special guests, Connor Armbruster (fiddle) a performing musician, composer, and educator, and Mike Jenkins (guitar) a performing musician and educator, for our most musical episode yet! Together, through a music program initiated by Natalie Merchant, Connor, and Mike bring the joy of music to children through live performances, sing-alongs, and dance parties at Head Start and Early Head Start at CEO in Troy. Tune in and explore the fascinating world of music therapy as they discuss the benefits, experiences, and power of music for young minds.Mentioned in the show: - Contact Mike Jenkins for private lessons at meloniousthunk09@gmail.com--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Listen as Claire and Dana report on upcoming Network of Youth Success JEDI trainings, What's Happening in the Instructional Suite, Provider Appreciation Comedy Night recap, a Medical Minute with Desiree Myers, RN, CDA Week, and a Bright Idea. Network of Youth Success JEDI Trainings Upcoming Trainings at BSUProvider Appreciation Comedy Night RecapCDA Application  Tipcard: How to Cook Dry Beans--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Join Rachel and Kate as they chat with Caleb Seguin about the history and mission of Camp Unirondack, youth empowerment, and supporting children's perspectives which are unique and entirely their own. Caleb has been working with children and youth for over a decade. He is a director at Camp Unirondack, a summer camp for youth with a focus on social justice, intentional community, and youth empowerment. Caleb is also the owner and operator of Playful Pianos music studio for kids, and Project Lead at Northern Youth Abroad, helping Indigenous youth in Canada's northern territories develop volunteer projects to serve their communities. He has spoken at numerous conferences, professional development forums, schools, and summer camps, and offers in-depth consultation on topics related to gender inclusivity, anti-colonialism, youth-centered behavior intervention, youth autonomy and privacy rights, and dismantling adult supremacy. As an Indigenous person, Caleb's work with young people is always informed by the Anishinaabe teachings that he grew up with. He draws inspiration from the core principles of Anishinaabe child-rearing in order to develop educational tools that examine youth work through a unique cultural lens. Throughout his youth work, Caleb maintains a commitment to fostering values of autonomy, community responsibility, levity, and honest, affirming personal growth. Caleb was born and raised in Canada, and currently lives near Albany, NY with his partner and his dog Pingo, and has a deep passion for jigsaw puzzles and peach cobbler.--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Listen as Dana and Kevin share a clip from a Teacher Appreciation event at Kid Central Child Care and updates from the Capital District Leadership Initiative & Legally Exempt Child Care, plus two Bright Ideas.Provider Appreciation clip (feat. Raquel Saddlemire) on InstagramSummer Camp CatalogCapital Region Leadership InitiativeLegally Exempt Child CareMedication Administration Training (MAT) RenewalDevelopmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) training (via Zoom)Child Care Administrator Community of Practice (via Zoom)Tipcard: Emotional Literacy - Understanding Our FriendsTipcard: Freeze & Find--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Listen as Kevin and Dana share a recap of the Saul Zaentz  Early Education Initiative at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and Brightside Up's venture to win the grant as well as a special Community Planting event at Parson's Early Head Start, news from the Capital Region Leadership Initiative, upcoming training and a special bright idea featuring all of our favorite fidget toys.Provider Appreciation Comedy Night - last call for RSVPs!2023 Zaentz Early Education Innovation Challenge - recapSelf-Care Saturday - RSVP today!Community planting event at Parson'sProduce Plant PartyCapital Region Leadership InitiativeUpcoming from the Instructional SuiteOur favorite fidgets!--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Join Rachel, Kate, and Kim for a walk down memory lane as they chat about mental health, what it means, and how some of our previous episode topics can contribute to mental health and social-emotional wellness. Treat Yourself | Home & Classroom Podcast Episode 3  The Unspoken Complexity of Self-Care | Medium article by Deanna ZandtUntwist Your Towel-Mindfulness and Meditation with Jeannie Thomma |  Home & Classroom Podcast Episode 7Implicit Bias and Preschool Expulsion with Dr. Walter Gilliam |  Home & Classroom Podcast Episode  9Dual Language Learning with Raquel Saddlemire |  Home & Classroom Podcast Episode 63 Ready Confetti with Jessica Orellanna |  Home & Classroom Podcast Episode 36 Mindful Moment: Savoring | Home & Classroom Magazine Vol 11Beyond the Bake Sale: The Essential Guide to Family-school PartnershipsGender Expansiveness in Children with Lyndon Cudlitz |  Home & Classroom Podcast Episode 73Grief with Barbara Mitchell | Home & Classroom Episode 19The Whole-Brain Child by Dr. Dan Siegel' "If you can name it, you can tame it."Brightside Up warm line 518-426-7181 Ext 428May is for Mental Health | Click for links to our mental health month events and RSVP today*Implicit bias is a form of bias that occurs automatically and unintentionally, that nevertheless affects judgments, decisions, and behaviors.--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Tune in to learn about the Saul Zaentz  Early Education Initiative at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and Brightside Up's venture to win the grant. Dana and Kevin also share details about Provider Appreciation Comedy Night on May 17, Health Schenectady Families, Mental Health Awareness Month, and a bright idea.Brightside Up is A Finalist for the 2023 Zaentz Early Education Innovation ChallengeProvider Appreciation Comedy NightHealthy Schenectady FamiliesMay is for Mental HealthProduce Plant PartyUpcoming from the Instructional SuiteKids in the Kitchen Tipcard (English & Spanish)--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Tune in for your invitation to Provider Appreciation Comedy Night, a rundown of May's Mental Health Awareness Month activities and celebration, more about #ProtectingChildhood, free training announcements, and a Mindful Moment with Kim.Provider Appreciation Comedy NightMay is for Mental HealthProtecting Childhood  Free training (English) Free training(Spanish)Free training opportunitiesQuality Stars NY info sessionMindful Moment (Home & Classroom Magazine Vol 3)Countdown to Calm (Mindful Moment & tipcard)--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

The book description reads, "A mother/daughter duo has created a wonderful story about the beauty that is in our world. A River's Journey gives the young reader hope and comfort as it inspires the reader to explore the science and beauty of the river." Listen in as Rachel and Kate chat with retired professor, early childhood educator/consultant, and now the author of the children's book A River's Journey and companion parenting book Through the Child's Eyes, Nancy Cupolo. --Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Tune in to learn how Brightside Up highlights National Child Abuse Prevention Month through the Protecting Childhood campaign. We also share details on the 2023 Summer Camp Catalog, Week of the Young Child, Upcoming Training, and more!Protecting Childhood 2023 Summer Camp CatalogUpcoming TrainingWeek of the Young ChildSocial Story: A Trip to the Pediatrician--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Tune in to learn about Gardening with Bonnie in her upcoming creation station workshop, Week of the Young Child, the Child IT, the 'Breathing B', and more. Creation Station: Gardening with ChildrenWeek of the Young ChildThe CHILD ITThe Breathing B--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Rachel and Kate chat with Lyndon Cudlitz, consultant, educator, and trainer with over 20 years of experience in social justice facilitation and services for LGBTQIA individuals. Tune in to learn what gender expansiveness means and how your support can play a pivotal role in a child's successful development.___Mentioned on the show:https://lyndoncudlitz.com/@lyndoncudlitzconsulting--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Now on Tuesdays starting March 21, 2023! Start your week with news, information, and bright ideas from your friends at Brightside Up. Expert interviews feature in-depth conversations with experts in early childhood development, family and child services, children's books and literature, gender, and more! Shorties! is a news-style episode bringing you the latest information on upcoming events, grant opportunities, announcements, training, and a bright idea or two. Tune in on your way to work and be ready for the day!--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Rachel and Hannah chat with local freelance illustrator and graphic designer, Caroline Corrigan, about her first picture book, Women Artists A-Z, by Melanie Labarge, published in February 2020. Caroline has also worked for The Art Center of the Capital Region in Troy New York, co-founded the Albany Maker Market, The Half Moon Market,  and the Fort Orange General Store before selling the business in 2015. Mentioned during the show:- Contact Caroline at hello@carolinecorrigan.com - Follow Caroline on Instagram @carolinecorrigan--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts with hosts Rachel & Hannah. Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up with Claire & Kate.

Kate and our special guest, Dana Petrasovic, who is filling in for Claire , share what's happening this week with updates on the Aspire Registry, Child IT Assessment, Child Care Stabilization Grant 2.0, and some Brightsider news. The Bright Ideas in this episode includes  our new  Veggie Kids Club Apple Cheddar Quesadilla recipe.Show links: The Aspire RegistryContact Kim at - kpolstein@brightsideup.orgThe Child Care Stabilization Grant 2.0 InformationApple Cheddar Quesadilla Recipe --Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts with hosts Rachel & Hannah. Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up with Claire & Kate.

This week on Shorties!, Kate and Claire update you on the Epinephrine Auto Injector Initiative, Provider Job Opening Posts, and the Capital Region Career Development Center.The Bright Ideas in this episode are brought to you by Vroom and they include  their "Junior Scientist" and "Travel Talk" tip card. Show links:OCFS Dear Provider Letter Email Claire your job openings at csickles@brightsideup.orgEnhanced B5 SUNY/CUNY Early Childhood Workforce Scholarship Event Registration--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts with hosts Rachel & Hannah. Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up with Claire & Kate.

Tune in for a very special Thanksgiving episode as the Brightside Up staff shares what they are thankful for this year. --Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts with hosts Rachel & Hannah. Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up with Claire & Kate.

This week on Shorties!, Kate and Claire update you all things play,  the daily Workforce Development Grant daily support meetings, and  upcoming trainings.The Bright Ideas in this episode includes  our playful "Forts, Tent Cities & Hideaways," article from our Home & Classroom Imagination issue and our new Sweet Potato And Black Bean Stew recipe tip card. Show links:30 Days of Play Calendar The Strong Museum of Play Unexpected Toy Find DIY Toy Top Brightside Up's YouTubeBrightside Up's FacebookBrightside Up's InstagramBright Idea's pageHome & Classroom Vol.2 - Forts, Tent Cities & Hideaways on page 46Sweet Potato And Black Bean Stew VideoSweet Potato And Black Bean Stew Tipcard  --Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts with hosts Rachel & Hannah. Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up with Claire & Kate.

This week on Shorties!, Kate and Claire update you on the Retroactive Absences Grant, NY Child Care Assistance program, and the Early Childhood Workforce Scholarship.The Bright Ideas in this episode includes  our playful "What Makes Story Stones Shine",  from our Home & Classroom Toy issue article, and our Friendship Skills tip card.  Show links:Retroactive Absence Grant email: ocfs.sm.retro.absences.grant@ocfs.ny.gov  WDI Child Care Assistance Early Childhood Workforce ScholarshipHome & Classroom Vol. 07 Friendship Skills tip card---            Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts with hosts Rachel & Hannah. Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up with Claire & Kate.

In this episode, Rachel and Hannah move to the movement with our own Philomina Adjei,  an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant about the importance of bringing music and movement together into the classroom. Together, the three listen to songs that not only encourage movement, but also can be used for transitional purposes throughout the day. Mentioned during the show:- Music and Movement in the Classroom Playlist- Contact Philomina with questions at padjei@brightsideup.org--Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts with hosts Rachel & Hannah. Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up with Claire & Kate.

This week Kate and Claire dedicate this episode finding child care. Kate and Claire talk with our very own, Paulann Beardsley, a Family Educator about your search for child care. Show links:Find Child CareExplore your options Online child care search portalFinancial AidAs You Think About Child CareTouring Tips tip card---                                                                       Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts with hosts Rachel & Hannah. Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up with Claire & Kate.

Kate and Claire share what's happening this week with updates on the new Mind in the Making training with Emily Vantassel, training rates, free Covid-19 test kits, and what's upcoming in the Instructional Suite.The Bright Ideas in this episode includes  our new  Lettuce and Apple Salad recipe along with our Promoting Healthy Eating tip card.Show links:Mind in the Making TrainingsBSU training rates  Lettuce and Apple Salad recipe cardLettuce and Apple Salad videoPromoting Healthy Eating tip card---                                                                       Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts with hosts Rachel & Hannah. Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up with Claire & Kate.

In this episode, Rachel and Hannah chat with our own Raquel Saddlemire, Director of Education and Curriculum about dual language learners. Together, they dive into their experiences and discuss how young children acquire language skills and the importance of respecting the child's home language as they learn to speak two languages simultaneously.  Contact Raquel with questions at rsaddlemire@brightsideup.orgHome & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts with hosts Rachel & Hannah. Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up with Claire & Kate.

Please enjoy this "Best Of" episode we decided to reshare in honor of National Book Month.Kaela Wallman, Coordinator of Youth Services for Schenectady County Public Library joins Hannah and Rachel to talk about the importance of early literacy, the role the library plays in literacy development, Schenectady County Public library's literacy partners, and the role parents and caregivers play in early literacy development.Schenectady County Public Library website: http://www.scpl.org/STARS program: https://www.schenectadystars.org/Screen time info for parents of 0 to 3-year-olds: https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/series/screen-senseScreen time info for parents with older children: https://www.naeyc.org/resources/topics/technology-and-mediaThese are the books Hannah and Rachel discussed in the intro: BJ Novak - The Book with No Pictures  Jimmy Fallon – Your Baby's First Word Will Be DADA John Oliver- A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo Stephen Colbert- I Am A Pole (And So Can You!)  ---On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org to be a guest or send an interview suggestion today!

In this episode of Shorties!,  Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on the Stabilization 2.0 Grant, the sandbox on our website, what's upcoming in the instructional suite, and our newest Brightsiders.The Bright Ideas in this episode include the social story, "Family Separation" read by Nora on our mental health team, and the "Worry Box" tip card.Show links:Stabilization 2.0 Grant Grants in the SandboxUpcoming in the Instructional SuiteFamily Separation Social StoryWorry Box Tip Card---                                                                                Home & Classroom: Shorties! is a weekly podcast sharing updates on what's happening in the world of child care along with a couple of bright ideas in less than 15 minutes. 

In this episode, Rachel and Hannah chat with Kim Polstein, LMSW, Director of Mental Health Services at Brightside Up about managing first time worries.  Together they all share recent experiences with first-time jitters and Kim shines some light on how to call attention to,  and care for those feelings.  Mentioned during the show:Get your Brightside Up baby onesies! Email us at homeandclassroom@brightsideup.orgMaking Connections Mini Conference Registration Contact Kim at kpolstein@brightsideup.orgKim's first Home & Classroom episode Keep an eye out for Kim's next Home and Classroom article Worry Box Tip Card---On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org to be a guest or send an interview suggestion today!

In this episode of Shorties!,  Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on  Understand Me Toolkits, Schenectady County Cares Subsidy Program, expired/used epinephrine auto-injector disposal as Brightside Up,  the B5 SUNY/CUNY Workforce Scholarships and Brightside Up babies.The Bright Ideas in this episode include the social story, "First Day of School" ready by Misha on our mental health team and the "Easy No Cook Play Dough" mixture tip card. Show links:Understand Me ToolkitsSchenectady County Cares Subsidy ProgramFree Family Child Care Orientation and Info Session (Virtual) Replacement Stock of AUVI-Q - email ocfs.sm.elijahslaw@ocfs.ny.govFirst Day of School Social StoryEasy No Cook Play Dough

In this episode of Shorties!,  Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on CACFP reimbursement rates, the Workforce Development Institute, the benefits of becoming a child care provider, new Brightside Up staff, and the Brightside Up's recipe video series. The Bright Ideas in this episode include the social story, "I Can Rest" ready by Philomina on our mental health team and the "Perfect Picnic" article out of our Home and Classroom Magazine.Show links:CACFP Reimbursement RatesWorkforce Development Institute Become a Child Care ProviderRecipe Video Series I Can Rest Social StoryThe Perfect Picnic

We are back! In this episode of Shorties!,  Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on Brightside Up's Making Connections Mini Conference, Bond With Me tool kits, Home & Classroom Magazine Vol.9 Family, Child Care Assistance,  and new Brightside Up staff.The Bright Ideas in this episode include one of our new social stories and a new tip card from the mixtures series.  This week's social story was read by Emily on our mental health team, titled, "The First Day of School". Show links:Making Connections Mini ConferenceBond With Me tool kits Home & Classroom MagazineChild Care AssistanceThe First Day of School Social StoryOobleck Tip Card  DIY - Oobleck Video

Rachel and Kate join forces to share exciting announcements in this finale of Home & Classroom season three! Tune in to learn about the Summer Fun map filled with places to visit and play with your children; plus the announcements of this year's Dianne Meckler Scholarship and runner up recipients along with the "Nominate Someone Great" gift card winners. Mentioned in the show:Brightside Up's Summer Fun Map---On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org to be a guest or send an interview suggestion today!

In this episode of Shorties!,  Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on all things CDA!The Bright Ideas in this episode include our Timeless Tunes Tip Card  and the "Supporting Purposeful Play" article from our Wellness Issue of Home & Classroom magazine.Show links:CDATimeless TunesSupporting Purposeful Play  Contacts: Learn More About CDA: Heather Sweet hsweet@brightsideup.org 

In this episode of Shorties!,  Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on Provider Appreciation Shout Outs, the Diane Meckler Scholarship, the Workforce Development Program,  OCFS Market Rates,  Upcoming Trainings,  and Brightside Up's Warm Line. The Bright Ideas in this episode include our Freeze & Find Tip Card  and the "Your Bag Of Tricks" article from our Nature Issue of Home & Classroom magazine.Show links:Nominate Someone GreatDianne Meckler ScholarshipWorkforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care SubsidyUpcoming TrainingsWarm LineFreeze & Find Tip CardYour Bag of Tricks

In this episode, Rachel and Hannah chat with Sarah Gould-Houde from QUALITYstarsNY. Together the three talk about the support behind leadership and management skills that QUALITYstarsNY has to offer participating providers.  QUALITYstarsNY is the states quality rating and improvement system for early childhood education programs in New York state.  QUALITYstarsNY rates child care systems on a 1 to 5 star scale based on what standards are implemented in a program. Tune in to learn more about QUALITYstarsNY and how you can use  QUALITYstarsNY as a resource to best fit your needs. Mentioned in the show: https://qualitystarsny.org/---On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org to be a guest or send an interview suggestion today!

In this episode of Shorties!,  Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on Provider Appreciation Shout Outs, the Diane Meckler Scholarship, the Workforce Development Program, the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, QUALITYstarsNY, new Brightside Up staff, and a Brightside up summer camp poll!  The Bright Ideas in this episode include our Summer Sports Drink recipe found in our Nature Issue of Home & Classroom magazine and our Container Garden Tip Card.Show links:Nominate Someone GreatDianne Meckler ScholarshipWorkforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care SubsidyInvest in NY Child Care Deserts GrantQUALITYstarsNYMake Your Own Summer Sports DrinkContainer Garden Tip Card ---                                                                                Home & Classroom: Shorties! is a weekly podcast sharing updates on what's happening in the world of child care along with a couple of bright ideas in less than 15 minutes. 

In this episode of Shorties!,  Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, the Community Loan Fund, Pyramid Model Training Opportunities, Mental Health Awareness Month, the Child IT Assessment, Child Care Administrator Community of Practice, Provider Appreciation Shout Outs, the Diane Meckler Scholarship, the Early Childhood Career Development Center, and the Workforce Development Program.   The Bright ideas in this episode are in honor of May being Mental Health Awareness Month. Enjoy our Mirror Tip Card along with an article written by Kim Polstein, Brightside Up's Director of Mental Health Services.  Show links:Invest in NY Child Care Deserts GrantCommunity Loan Fund of the Capital RegionPyramid Model Training OpportunitiesNominate Someone GreatDianne Meckler ScholarshipCapital Region Early Childhood Career Development Center Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care SubsidyMirror Tip CardKim's Mindful Moment Contacts: Mental Health Services: Rebecca DelGiudice, LMSW, MS IMH-DP at rdelgiudice@brightsideup.org Kimberly Polstein, LMSW at kpolstein@brightsideup.org Child Care Administrator Community of Practice questions: Heather Sweet at hsweet@brightsideup.org ---                                                                                Home & Classroom: Shorties! is a weekly podcast sharing updates on what's happening in the world of child care along with a couple of bright ideas in less than 15 minutes. 

In this episode, Rachel and Hannah chat with Brightside Up's Rebecca DelGiudice, LMSW, MS IMH-DP. Rebecca is an Infant and Toddler Mental Health Consultant & Coordinator by day and a dog mom by night.  Rebecca's passion for mental health awareness and collaborating with professionals to support children's social and emotional mental health shines through her work every day.  Tune in to hear Rebecca chat with Hannah and Rachel about Attachment theory, styles, and relationships within early child development.  Mentioned on the show:Ghosts in the Nursery by Selma Fraiberg* Raising a Secure Child by Kent Hoffman, Glen Cooper, and Bret Powell *Sometimes when the mics turn on, our brains shut off! The concept of Ghosts in the Nursery was developed by Selma Fraiberg, not Alicia Lieberman. Whoopsies!                                                                                                                         ---On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org to be a guest or send an interview suggestion today!