Alliance for Kids Legislative Subcommittee
OnlineThe Legislative Subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council meets monthly. Meeting details/Zoom will be shared with subcommittee members via email. If you would like more information, please contact Kelly Hurtado, Foundations Program Director, at KHurtado@jointinitiatives.org.
Family Support + Education Committee Meeting
OnlineThe Family Support + Education Committee is a subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council, and serves as the oversight group for the Voices program of Joint Initiatives. Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month. The committee is made up of agencies and individuals working collaboratively to guide the work of Alliance […]
Find Your Circle | Parents + Caregivers
Times vary by Circle. Circle of Parents® provides a friendly, supportive community led by parents and other caregivers where parents are the experts. Join other parents and caregivers in your community to share support, tips and advice or just talk. This is a safe space to vent, cry, laugh, joke and find out how other […]
Find Your Circle | Parents + Caregivers
Times vary by Circle. Circle of Parents® provides a friendly, supportive community led by parents and other caregivers where parents are the experts. Join other parents and caregivers in your community to share support, tips and advice or just talk. This is a safe space to vent, cry, laugh, joke and find out how other […]
Health + Well-Being Committee Meeting
OnlineThe Health + Well-Being Committee is a subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council and meets quarterly (January, April, July, and October). The committee is made up of agencies and individuals working collaboratively to guide the work of Alliance for Kids in meeting the goals and objectives of its Strategic Plan, which are aligned with […]
EQIT | Sessions A, B, C, and D
OnlineThe 48-hour EQIT Curriculum provides a solid introduction to infant and toddler development, with a focus on providing quality group care for our youngest children. The EQIT course builds on the knowledge and experience of infant and toddler caregivers through interesting, interactive, and fun activities. The EQIT Curriculum has been approved by the Division of […]
Universal Pre-K (UPK) Resource Fair
Sand Creek Library 1821 S. Academy Blvd., Colorado SpringsAll families are invited to learn more, meet UPK providers in the area, and get assistance registering for UPK this fall. Download event flyer HERE. For more UPK information, visit: Jointinitiatives.org/UPK
Find Your Circle | Parents + Caregivers
Times vary by Circle. Circle of Parents® provides a friendly, supportive community led by parents and other caregivers where parents are the experts. Join other parents and caregivers in your community to share support, tips and advice or just talk. This is a safe space to vent, cry, laugh, joke and find out how other […]
Social-Emotional Health + Development – Trauma 1
OnlineTrauma 1: This training will go over promoting social-emotional development in a trauma-sensitive environment helping both teachers and students have a successful learning environment. This class will also help earn points toward the Colorado Shines rating. It is highly recommended to take this training before taking Trauma 2. Trauma 2: This training is the second […]
Social-Emotional Health + Development – Trauma 2
OnlineThis training is the second part of Trauma 1, and it is highly recommended you take Trauma 1 before taking Trauma 2. This training goes more in-depth about the effects trauma has on the young brain and what you can do to help promote a trauma-sensitive classroom, both for adults and children. This class will […]
Restorative Practice: Part of a Trauma-Informed Classroom Strategy (Evening)
OnlineJoint Initiatives for Youth + Families is offering a NEW learning session presenting the connection between trauma-informed practices and the five principles of restorative practice (relationship, respect, responsibility, repair, and reintegration). Kathy Orr, Executive Director of Peaceful Households, will lead this learning session focused on understanding the role of trauma, building community in the classroom, […]
UPK Town Hall for Early Childhood Programs
OnlineEarly childhood programs are invited to join us for a special El Paso County Virtual Universal Pre-K (UPK) Town Hall on Wednesday, September 6th from 4:45–6:45 pm*, hosted by Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families, the Local Coordinating Organization for UPK. This Town Hall will feature a presentation by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood and breakout sessions for center-based […]