Racine County

Do you want to explore the latest scientific information about addressing the impact of adversity and stress in childhood? Do you want to learn practical tips to prevent or mitigate the impact of “toxic stress” in children Are you curious about the 7 essential ingredients of Trauma Informed Care? If yes, then this workshop is [...]

 Racine County’s Early Learning Series will present a workshop on “Potty Training” on Wednesday, May 22, 2013. The workshop will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Ives Grove Auditorium in Sturtevant. Learn the readiness signs for toilet training and what you can do to help prepare children for this important step. Parents, [...]

The “Books and Blocks Party” community event scheduled for Saturday, March 23, 2013 is being rescheduled to a date in late April. The free event will be free and focused on families with children between the ages of birth and 8 years. The “Books and Blocks Party” emphasizes the role that parents can play as [...]

How do books and blocks help children? Why is it important to read and play with children? Research shows that through play children learn to share, take turns, and negotiate. Block play teaches impulse control and this control predicts better school performance and less problem behaviors later. The Early Learning Series Workshop scheduled for March [...]

Child sexual abuse prevention and response are an adult’s job. Stewards of Children is the only nationally available program scientifically proven to increase knowledge, improve attitudes, and change child-protective behaviors. During this program, you will be empowered as an individual, and as the life of your community, whether you are a survivor, a parent, or a [...]

How do books and blocks help children developmentally, physically and socially? Why is it important to read and play with children? If you want to learn about how can you help your children to interact with books and blocks and share the value of books, this workshop is for you! Parents, caregivers, and early care [...]

Racine County UW-Extension’s Early Learning Series calendar is now available for the months of January-February-March 2013.   The calendar lists professional development opportunities for early care and education providers. Winter trainings include: Focus, Reflect, and Have Fun on January 23; Books and Blocks Party on February 26; and Stewards of Children on March 20. For more information, [...]

SCAN-MRT is a program designed to teach mandated reporters how to recognize and respond to child maltreatment, including neglect, physical and sexual abuse and emotional damage. SCAN-MRT is the only mandated reporter training in the state approved by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families. The training will be held on Oct. 24 from 6:00 [...]

The Fall Early Learning Series Calendar for October, November, and December is now available. Racine County UW-Extension and 4C for Children will be offering SCAN-MRT (Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporter Training) on Wednesday, October 24. The calendar also provides information on other workshops for child care professionals offered by 4C for Children, KAEYC, Racine [...]

Is there a “spirited” child in your life? Is the child more perceptive, intense, sensitive, persistent, energetic or expressive? If so, you may have a “spirited” child. Join us for this 3-hour workshop to learn skills and strategies that will help you and your “spirited” child to thrive. Parents and caregivers of young children are invited to in [...]