“What’s critical then is the interaction between genetics and what we call ‘serve and return’ between young children and the adults in their lives. The child does something and the adult responds. It’s the back and forth that literally, shapes the architecture of the brain.”

— Jack Shonkoff

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EPS Region 5 is sponsoring a Foundations of the CSEFEL Pyramid Model Course!

This training teaches about children's social emotional development and the effects of interactions with teachers and caregivers on children's learning. Through evaluation-informed instruction in theory, the specific uses of implementation strategies and the use of reflection, participants are introduced to evidence-based Pyramid Model practices that promote social emotional growth, prevent challenging behaviors and provide positive behavioral supports in addressing challenging behaviors in children birth-six years.

Courses being offered in Mental Health Issues in Reproductive Medicine and Maternal Mental Health

The Infant-Parent Training Institute (IPTI) is currently accepting applications for two fall courses that will be offered at JF&CS Headquarters in Waltham.

Growing Young Minds: How Museums and Libraries Create Lifelong Learners

Libraries and museums can engage, teach and delight children. But too often these institutions are not part of the policy conversation about early education. A new report from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading calls for greater investment and partnership to benefit the development of young children and their families. Find out more at: http://eyeonearlyeducation.com/2013/07/24/libraries-and-museums-in-early-education-part-i/

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