Training Schedule

May, June & July 2012        


Information and Policies & Procedures for Rainbow Fleet Training and Appropriate Learning Environments:

  • Registration Fees are most generally based on a rate of $7.50 per clock hour (ex: 2 clock hours = $15.00; 4 clock hours = $30.00; etc.)
  • Cell phones and pagers must be turned off while attending training.
  • Children may not attend. Space is limited and children distract participants.
  • Reserving your space can be made by submitting a completed registration form and payment with check, cash, money order, or credit/debit card (Visa or MasterCard). A space is only guaranteed when payment is received. A receipt will be issued to complete your enrollment. Please bring your receipt to class.
  • Rainbow Fleet Training Vouchers or a refund will be issued if we cancel a class due to low enrollment. No refunds are made unless we cancel the course. If you withdraw from a workshop, the withdrawal must be made at least 24 hours in advance to receive a voucher. The vouchers are good for 1 year from the date of issue and cannot be transferred or shared. A voucher must accompany the registration form when using it as money, only the person whose name is on the voucher may use the voucher.  If you do not participate in a class you registered for, your fee (which may also include a voucher) will be forfeited. 
  • Physical Location Rainbow Fleet Child Care Resource and Referral is located at 3024 Paseo, Oklahoma City, OK 73103 This location is at the Southeast corner of the intersection at NW 30th and Dewey (Paseo), between Walker and Classen. Please park in the lot provide directly across the street to the North, or in back of our building.

First Aid and CPR
“Injury prevention and First Care” is a Pediatric First-Aid course for child care providers. This class offers Emergency Medical Services for infant and children. The class covers burns, medication administration, child abuse, Shaken Baby Syndrome, SIDS and much more. The course meets all of the DHS requirements including Rescue Breathing and Foreign Body Air-Way Obstruction. Upon successful completion, American Heart Association Pediatric Basis Life Support CPR Cards will be issued, plus DHS Certificates for First-Aid

Fee: $45.00 – for First-Aid & CPR; $40.00 – for First-Aid only
Trainer:  Kim Queri Trainer for the June 16th CPR
Rick Kernes Trainer for the July 21st & August 11th
Dates:
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Saturday, June 16, 2012
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Saturday, August 11, 2012
 
Time:
9:00 am – 5:00 pm; Doors Open at 8:45 am;Class begins promptly at 9:00 am
Clock Hours: 7

 
 
 Building Blocks of Language & Literacy for Young Children
This workshop will focus on the building blocks of language for preschool children.  We will talk about creating a literacy center and fun ways to incorporate literacy in all of your learning centers.  I will share lots of ideas for activities sure to please your preschoolers.
Fee: $15.00
Trainer: Linda Tate
Date:  Monday, May 14, 2012
Time:  7pm-9pm
Hours: 2
 
Magic of Math
Come to this interactive class where we'll exploresome of the ways we can incorporate math into early childhood environment.  You'll be surprised at how much fun math can be for both the children and the caregivers.
Fee: $15.00
Trainer: Anita Fowler
Date:  Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Time:  7pm-9pm
Hours: 2
Make & Take Classroom Ideas
In this training we'll look at how to plan classroom activities by "webbing" and using a variety of resources.  We will have a chance to make activities and materials for different centers, and focus on the importance of inexpensive, homemade items in the classroom.
Fee: $15.00
Trainer: Stefanie Rollins
Date:  Monday, May 21, 2012
Time:  7pm-9pm
Hours: 2

Overview of Brain Smart - This Class is FREE!!  It fills up quickly so you must hurry and call if you want to enroll!!!!!!!!!
Participants will learn how to become brain smart by understanding the communication from each part of the brain
Particpants will have a better view into the workings of the brain. They will learn how each part communicates and how to communicate with the child so they feel safe and connected.
Participants will be begin to understand how to build positive connections through eye contact, touch, physical presence in a playful setting.

Fee:  NO Charge
Trainer:  Tracy Howard, CATSS Consultant
Date:  Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Time:  7pm-9pm
Hours:  2
Social Emotional Development of Infants and Toddlers
The foundation for social and emotional growth is created during the first 3 years of life.  Sometimes it's easy to forget how important this time is for infants & toddlers, so come to this class and we'll explore some simple and effective ideas for creating the best possible environment for this age.  We'll have fun!
Fee:  $15.00
Trainer:  Kadion Lilly
Date:  Thursday, May 31, 2012
Time:  7pm-9pm
Hours:  2
Curriculum Ideas for Infants & Toddlers
There's so much growth & development going on with infants and toddlers.  In this class we'll explore activities, ideas and the environment to encourage this amazing process.
Fee: $15.00
Trainer: Kadion Lilly
Date:  Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Time:  7pm-9pm
Hours: 2
 
Accident & Disease Prevention

Fee: $15.00
Trainer:  Kim Quinn R.N
Date:  Thursday, June 14, 2012
Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm
Hours:  3

Books, Puppets & Props
Helping Children learn the value and joy of literacy through daily meaningful experiences is an important part of every classroom.  From infants and toddlers, to preschool and school-age, all children can benefit from the literacy activities and have fun at the same time.  This workshop offers many learning activities using books, puppets and props for all ages.  Participants will be able to choose one activity to make in class.
Fee: $15.00
Trainer: Anita Fowler & Linda Tate
Date:  Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Time:  7pm-9pm
Hours: 2
Open Ended Art

Fee: $15.00
Trainer: Eloise Gray
Date:  Thursday, June 21, 2012
Time:  7pm-9pm
Hours: 2
Summer Fun Curriculum
What can be fun about creating a curriculum in the summer?  Come to this training and find out!
We’ll explore a variety of topics and easy, inexpensive activities together.

Fee: $15.00
Trainer: Joetta Gatliff
Date: Monday, June 25, 2012
Time:  7-9pm 
Hours:  2
 
 Responsive Relationships with Young Children & Their Families
Good care provides many opportunities to develop relationships with infants, toddlers, their caregivers and their families.  We will focus on observation skills, methods of communication and problem-solving to support these relationships. 
Come with questions so we can all learn together how important responsive relationships

Fee:  $15.00
Trainer:  Linda Tate
Date:  Thursday, July 12, 2012
Time:  7pm-9pm
Hours:  2
Start the Preschool Year with Memories
 
Fee:  $15.00
Trainer: Joetta Gatliff
Date:  Monday, July 23, 2012
Time:  7pm-9pm
Hours:  2
Write a Risk Management Plan-  This training is FREE and fills up QUICKLY!  Please call ahead and enroll!!!!!!!

Fee:  FREE
Trainer:  Peggy Adams CATSS
Date:  Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Time:  7pm-9pm
Hours:  2
DHS Inquiry Training 
Please reserve your spot by calling 767-2650 in advance because seating is limited. Also, promptness is essential or you will have to reschedule.
 
Friday, May 11th, 2012 9am-Noon
Monday, June 4th, 2012 1pm-4pm
Wednesday, August 8th, 2012  1pm-4pm
Fee: No Charge, but you must reserve your spot.
Trainers: Child Care Licensing Specialists

Please mail or fax the registration form along with your payment to Lisa Fry or Kim Quinn at Rainbow Fleet Resource & Referral Association. 

If you have any questions please contact either of us at 521-1426 or email lfry@rainbowfleet.org or kquinn@rainbowfleet.org
 
Registration Form              
Please Copy this form for future workshops or to share with others. One Form Per Person is needed.
   
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Please Return this form and payment to: Rainbow Fleet Training, 3024 Paseo OKC, OK 73103
Need more information? Call 405-521-1426