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Registration Deadline: 9-1-2025 at 6 p.m.
TK/K Learning Series Description:
Join us for a fun and practical 5-part virtual learning series designed for educators and leaders working with TK and Kindergarten students in Expanded Learning settings.
Rooted in research and California’s early learning guidance, this series makes big ideas accessible—offering playful, hands-on strategies to create high-quality, developmentally appropriate environments outside the traditional classroom. Each session unpacks best practices through the lens of equity, engagement, and joyful learning, helping you bring powerful, age-appropriate experiences to life in your program space.
Come ready to connect, learn, and leave with tools you can use right away!
Part I: Foundations and Frameworks First
Session Description: The series begins with an introduction to the foundational state publications that will serve as the cornerstone for this learning series. This session will provide participants with an overview of the science, reasoning, and standards that inform best practices in designing intentional learning environments for TK/K Expanded Learning programs.
TK/K 5-Part Learning Series:
89 of 100 seats(s) are still available.
Reserve A SeatRegistration will open: 9-1-2025
Registration Deadline: 11-3-2025 at 6 p.m.
TK/K Learning Series Description:
Join us for a fun and practical 5-part virtual learning series designed for educators and leaders working with TK and Kindergarten students in Expanded Learning settings.
Rooted in research and California’s early learning guidance, this series makes big ideas accessible—offering playful, hands-on strategies to create high-quality, developmentally appropriate environments outside the traditional classroom. Each session unpacks best practices through the lens of equity, engagement, and joyful learning, helping you bring powerful, age-appropriate experiences to life in your program space.
Come ready to connect, learn, and leave with tools you can use right away!
Part 2 - Joyful Minds in Action: Bringing Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) to Life
Session Description: Discover how joyful play fuels young minds in this engaging session designed for TK/K Expanded Learning educators. Learn how early brain development, post-COVID learning trends, and California’s Universal TK roll-out impact how we support cognitive growth. Through hands-on strategies and practical tools, including ELTAU’s TK/K Quality Self-Assessment, you’ll leave inspired to create playful, age-appropriate activities that spark curiosity, connection, and learning.
TK/K 5-Part Learning Series:
100 of 100 seats(s) are still available.
Reserve A SeatRegistration will open: 9-1-2025
Registration Deadline: 12-3-2025 at 6 p.m.
The TK/K Exploration Sessions offers engaging, hands-on approaches to research-based professional development, designed specifically for Expanded Learning Staff supporting TK/K Students.
By the end of this Exploration Session, participants will be able to implement developmentally appropriate practices that support TK/K Students through the following:
• Active and Engaged Learning with other participants
• Collegial Conversations centered on promising practices when supporting TK/K students and staff
• Identifying key domains from the California Preschool Learning Foundations when designing TK/K Expanded Learning Spaces
• Designing intentional learning spaces that reflect the development needs of TK-K Students across cognitive, social-emotional and physical domains
• How to use the Expanded Learning TK/K Program Quality Self-Assessment Tool for space design and Continuous Quality Improvement
The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.
60 of 60 seats(s) are still available.
Reserve A SeatRegistration will open: 12-1-2025
Registration Deadline: 1-5-2026 at 6 p.m.
TK/K Learning Series Description:
Join us for a fun and practical 5-part virtual learning series designed for educators and leaders working with TK and Kindergarten students in Expanded Learning settings.
Rooted in research and California’s early learning guidance, this series makes big ideas accessible—offering playful, hands-on strategies to create high-quality, developmentally appropriate environments outside the traditional classroom. Each session unpacks best practices through the lens of equity, engagement, and joyful learning, helping you bring powerful, age-appropriate experiences to life in your program space.
Come ready to connect, learn, and leave with tools you can use right away!
Part 3 - Intentional Program Design: Creating Meaningful TK/K Experiences in Non-Traditional Spaces
Session Description: Learning happens everywhere in Expanded Learning, and this session helps you make the most of it. Explore how thoughtful design and creative planning can turn gyms, cafeterias, and shared spaces into rich, engaging environments for TK/K students. Using ELTAU’s TK/K Program Quality Self-Assessment Tool, you’ll learn how to evaluate and enhance your space to support positive behavior, learning, and joyful exploration.
TK/K 5-Part Learning Series:
100 of 100 seats(s) are still available.
Reserve A SeatRegistration will open: 12-1-2025
Registration Deadline: 2-10-2026 at 6 p.m.
The TK/K Exploration Sessions offers engaging, hands-on approaches to research-based professional development, designed specifically for Expanded Learning Staff supporting TK/K Students.
By the end of this Exploration Session, participants will be able to implement developmentally appropriate practices that support TK/K Students through the following:
• Designing hands-on, play-based activities that promote exploration, inquiry and creativity in Expanded Learning Programs
• Structuring daily routines to include a balance of child-initiated and adult-guided experiences through developmentally appropriate play-based activities
• Aligning Expanded Learning play-based activities with the domains in the California TK Learning Foundations and Frameworks
• Collegial Conversation and promising practices when implementing Exploring different types of play in expanded Learning Programs
• How to use the Expanded Learning TK/K Program Quality Self-Assessment Tool to incorporate activities and program structure that promotes play
The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.
60 of 60 seats(s) are still available.
Reserve A SeatRegistration will open: 12-1-2025
Registration Deadline: 3-2-2026 at 6 p.m.
The TK/K Exploration Sessions offers engaging, hands-on approaches to research-based professional development, designed specifically for Expanded Learning Staff supporting TK/K Students.
By the end of this Exploration Session, participants will be able to implement developmentally appropriate practices that support TK/K Students through the following:
• Incorporating a variety of clearly defined areas within the TK/K space that promotes choice, independence and self-regulation
• Using visuals, schedules and signage that help TK/K students navigate routines and expectations independently
• Exploring SEL themed materials that support emotional literacy and social skills
• Aligning physical space setup with the California TK Learning Foundations domains of: SEL Development, Approaches to Learning and Physical Development
• How to use the Expanded Learning TK/K Program Quality Self-Assessment Tool to design developmentally appropriate physical spaces that includes SEL.
The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.
60 of 60 seats(s) are still available.
Reserve A SeatRegistration will open: 12-1-2025
Registration Deadline: 3-16-2026 at 6 p.m.
TK/K Learning Series Description:
Join us for a fun and practical 5-part virtual learning series designed for educators and leaders working with TK and Kindergarten students in Expanded Learning settings.
Rooted in research and California’s early learning guidance, this series makes big ideas accessible—offering playful, hands-on strategies to create high-quality, developmentally appropriate environments outside the traditional classroom. Each session unpacks best practices through the lens of equity, engagement, and joyful learning, helping you bring powerful, age-appropriate experiences to life in your program space.
Come ready to connect, learn, and leave with tools you can use right away!
Part 4 - Building Resilience: Trauma-Informed Practices for TK/K Students In Expanded Learning Programs
Session Description: This session explores how trauma impacts young learners and the vital role Social Emotional Learning (SEL) plays in building resilience and well-being. Participants will explore strategies for creating safe, supportive environments using strength-based, trauma-informed practices tailored for TK/K students. Key focus areas include emotional regulation, responsive teaching, and amplifying student voice. Leave with practical tools to foster connection, safety, and growth in Expanded Learning spaces.
TK/K 5-Part Learning Series:
100 of 100 seats(s) are still available.
Reserve A SeatRegistration will open: 3-2-2026
Registration Deadline: 4-13-2026 at 6 p.m.
TK/K Learning Series Description:
Join us for a fun and practical 5-part virtual learning series designed for educators and leaders working with TK and Kindergarten students in Expanded Learning settings.
Rooted in research and California’s early learning guidance, this series makes big ideas accessible—offering playful, hands-on strategies to create high-quality, developmentally appropriate environments outside the traditional classroom. Each session unpacks best practices through the lens of equity, engagement, and joyful learning, helping you bring powerful, age-appropriate experiences to life in your program space.
Come ready to connect, learn, and leave with tools you can use right away!
Part 5 - Supporting School Readiness: Weaving Language, Literacy, Math, and Science into Everyday Moments
Session Description: Bring school readiness to life through playful, purposeful learning. This session offers practical strategies for supporting Dual Language and English Learners in TK/K, while integrating math, science, and literacy in fun, hands-on ways. Discover how to spark curiosity, encourage problem-solving, and design culturally responsive activities that build essential skills through everyday moments.
TK/K 5-Part Learning Series:
100 of 100 seats(s) are still available.
Reserve A SeatRegistration will open: 3-2-2026
Registration Deadline: 4-13-2026 at 6 p.m.
The TK/K Exploration Sessions offers engaging, hands-on approaches to research-based professional development, designed specifically for Expanded Learning Staff supporting TK/K Students.
By the end of this Exploration Session, participants will be able to implement developmentally appropriate practices that support TK/K Students through the following:
• Creating and implementing Predictable routines, visual supports and emotion-regulation tools for TK-K students in Expanded Learning Programs
• How Expanded Learning Program Staff can engage in warm, attuned interactions that help students feel seen, heard and supported
• How Expanded Learning Staff can create trauma-sensitive spaces, quiet zones and sensory friendly materials that promote a sense of calm and security for TK/K students
• How to use the Expanded Learning TK/K Program Quality Self-Assessment Tool to identify quality interactions and SEL promising practices
The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.
60 of 60 seats(s) are still available.
Reserve A SeatRegistration will open: 3-2-2026
Registration Deadline: 5-12-2026 at 6 p.m.
The TK/K Exploration Sessions offers engaging, hands-on approaches to research-based professional development, designed specifically for Expanded Learning Staff supporting TK/K Students.
By the end of this Exploration Session, participants will be able to implement developmentally appropriate practices that support TK/K Students through the following:
• How to construct activities that are developmentally appropriate, play based, includes physical activity and provides students with voice and choice
• Hands on activity design for TK/K students utilizing math, science and literacy themes
• Collegial Conversations centered on promising practices for activity design and learning
• How to use the Expanded Learning TK/K Program Quality Self-Assessment Tool to design activities that are developmentally appropriate for TK/K students in Expanded Learning Programs
The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.
60 of 60 seats(s) are still available.
Reserve A Seat