The Haring Center is excited to offer half-day in-person training opportunities for Early Childhood Providers! 

What: A unique training opportunity focused on strategies to support the individualization of children with different learning and behavioral needs into early learning and care settings. The training will be a mix of discussion, resource sharing, observations of the Haring Center’s inclusive preschool classrooms, and the opportunity to plan and make materials for your program.

Topics:
Inclusion Workshop: Building Belonging Together
 Belonging is at the heart of high-quality early learning—and every child deserves to be fully included, valued, and supported as an active member of their classroom community. This in-person workshop introduces educators to practical, evidence-based strategies for individualizing support for learners with complex needs.  
Grounded in the “Building Blocks” Inclusion Framework, participants will learn how to embed simple, effective individualized support within everyday routines and activities, ensuring all children can meaningfully participate alongside their peers. Through interactive discussion, hands-on resource sharing, and guided observations of the Haring Center’s inclusive preschool classrooms, educators will see these strategies in action and reflect on how to apply them in their own settings.
Dates: Mon, Jan 12th | Fri, Mar 20th (9:30 AM - 12:30 PM PT)

Inclusion Workshop: Using Visuals to Promote Active Engagement  
 Visual supports are among the most powerful tools for helping young children participate, communicate, and stay engaged—especially in inclusive early learning settings. This in-person workshop at the Haring Center will equip educators with practical strategies for using visuals to support emotional regulation, problem-solving, communication, play, transitions, and independence across the day.  
Participants will explore a wide range of visual supports, learn when and how to introduce them, and see real examples in action through guided observations of the Haring Center’s inclusive preschool classrooms.  
The workshop blends interactive discussion, hands-on resource sharing, and dedicated time to plan and create visuals tailored to your own learning environment. Educators will leave with a collection of ready-to-use visuals and a clearer understanding of how simple, well-designed supports can boost engagement for all learners!
Dates: Fri, Jan 23rd | Mon, Mar 23rd (9:30 AM - 12:30 PM PT)

Inclusion Workshop: Building a Culture of Friendship and Supporting Friendship Opportunities  
Strong peer relationships are foundational to children’s learning, confidence, and long-term success—and early childhood educators play a key role in helping every child form meaningful friendships. This in-person workshop at the Haring Center offers practical, evidence-based strategies for intentionally supporting friendship skills in inclusive early learning environments.
We will explore ways to create a culture of friendship, embed friendship opportunities throughout the day, and support children as they develop skills for sharing, problem-solving, and resolving conflicts. The workshop blends interactive discussion, hands-on resource sharing, and guided observations of the Haring Center’s inclusive preschool classrooms, allowing participants to see strategies in action.
Dates: Fri, Feb 6th (9:30 AM - 12:30 PM PT)

Where: In-person at the University of Washington's Haring Center in Seattle, WA - 1981 NE Columbia Road, Seattle, WA 98195

Who: Early Childhood Providers and Teachers for children ages 3-5 years (note, the majority of the training and observations will focus on preschool-aged children, but Birth-to-3 providers are welcome to join!)

In-service (STARS) Hours: 3 In-service (STARS) hours will be provided

Cost: $25.00 per topic/date (scholarship available upon request)

Parking: Parking will be provided 

Meals: Coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be provided

Questions: Please contact Phoebe Yeung (pcyeung@uw.edu) if you have any questions about registration or directions

Register soon since space is limited!
 

Meet the instructorS:

Julie is a Partner Manager for the Professional Development and Training team at the Haring Center for Inclusive Education. Julie’s work focuses on coaching and leading professional development opportunities for early childhood providers. Julie provides coaching on inclusive practices in ECEAP (Early Childhood Education Assistance Program), Head Start, SPP (Seattle Preschool Program), and community preschool programs. Julie also delivers in-person and remote training on inclusive practices for early childhood providers and coaches across the state of Washington in English and Spanish. Prior to joining the Haring Center, Julie worked as an Early Childhood Special Education and General Education ECEAP teacher in an inclusive early childhood program at the Experimental Education Unit for 7 years.   Julie received her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood and Family Studies in 2012 from the University of Washington. She received her Master of Education in Early Childhood Special Education from the University of Washington in 2014. Julie is an In-Service (STARS) certified trainer.

Molly is an Education Specialist for the Professional Development and Training team at the Haring Center for Inclusive Education. Molly’s work focuses on coaching and training teachers, providers, and coaches in early childhood programs. Molly provides support around individualization using a trauma-informed lens. Molly works with educators in ECEAP (Early Childhood Education Assistance Program), Head Start, early childhood special education, and preschool programs, providing Practice-Based Coaching, consultation, and training to support best practices in the classroom.  Prior to joining the Haring Center, Molly worked as a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst with families and teachers in home, school, and community settings. She has expertise in supporting mealtime behaviors and supporting learners in their natural environments and within inclusive, community-based settings. Molly has also worked in the Infant and Toddler Program, Preschool, and the DATA Project at the EEU. She received her Master’s degree in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis from the  University of Washington in 2017.