Upcoming Training
Upcoming events
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2025-2026 Events
We are hoping to offer a mix of in-person and virtual sessions this membership year. Please stay tuned!
September 6, 2025
8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Trainer: Heather Quinn
Back to Nature School Professional Development Institute
COK 2 CUR/1 PRO
October 15, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm via Zoom
Trainer: Linda Bratcher
Process Praise vs. Product Praise in Child Care Understanding the Impact of Praise on Children
(CD 1 CUR 1)
In childcare settings, fostering a child’s confidence, resilience, and intrinsic motivation is crucial for their long-term development. This professional development workshop is designed to equip early educators with a clear understanding of the differences between process praise and product praise and how each impacts children’s learning and self-esteem. Participants will leave the session with practical strategies to implement effective praise techniques that nurture a growth mindset and encourage positive developmental outcomes.
November 2025
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Trainer: TBA
December 2025
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Trainer: TBA
January 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Trainer: TBA
February 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Trainer: TBA
March 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Trainer: TBA
April 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Trainer: TBA
May 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Trainer: TBA
June 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Trainer: TBA

June’s Training
Schedules and Lesson Planning:
Using Maryland EXCELS Standards, participants will learn how to develop and coordinate daily schedules and lessons plans.