It’s OK to Play in VPK! What Educators Should Know About Intentional Teaching is the first training in a 2-part series and is based on the Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards. This training builds on the participant’s knowledge of the standards while learning why play is critical to the development of young children and how to intentionally teach and reinforce the FELDS through developmentally appropriate everyday activities. Part 1 is virtual and the Zoom link will be sent prior to the start of the class.

It’s OK to Play in VPK: Putting Play into Practice is the second training in a 2-part series for preschool educators, directors and administrators. This training uses the participant’s knowledge of the FELDS to facilitate hands-on learning. Participants will actively engage in developmentally appropriate activities that reinforce the standards in various learning centers typically found in a preschool classroom. Part 2 is in person and will meet at the ELCLC office.

Must register for the training on the DCF Website. Use Reference Code 11139.

To Register: Click Here

0.5 CEU’s awarded upon completion of both parts.

Participant must take part 1 prior to part 2. Resources will be provided after successful completion of both parts of the series.

It’s OK to Play in VPK Part 1

When: Monday, February 3, 2025

Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Where: Virtual    Link to access training will be sent out prior to training

It’s OK to Play in VPK Part 2  (MUST HAVE ATTENDED PART 1 IN ORDER TO ATTEND PART 2)

When: Monday, February 10, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Where:

Early Learning Coalition of Lake County

1300 Citizens Blvd. Suite 206

Leesburg, FL 34748