The Chamber in Hays
The Chamber in Hays, Kansas is excited to announce an upcoming event aimed at child care providers to enhance their professional development.
The Child Care Provider Professional Development Series: Enhancing Outdoor Learning Environments is scheduled at 6 p.m., April 25 at The Rose Garden Banquet Hall & Catering, 2350 E. 8th St.
Sarah Wasinger, president and CEO of The Chamber in Hays, said The Chamber is proud to offer professional development for area child care providers.
"We are committed to supporting the growth and development of child care providers in our community,” Wasinger said. “This series offers valuable training and resources to enhance the quality of care for our children."
Brenda Holopirek, a professional development trainer and regional community consultant with Child Care Aware of Kansas, is set to bring a wealth of experience and expertise to event, having served in various roles within the early childhood education field for over three decades.
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about designing cost-effective outdoor learning environments and receive two hours of KDHE health and safety-approved training.
In addition to the training session, the event will offer free fingerprinting services from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Preference will be given to child care providers and their spouses whose fingerprints expire within 45 - 60 days of each event.
Fingerprinting services will also be available during the remaining Child Care Task Force of Ellis County evening meetings and the November 14 professional development event.
"We understand the importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment for our children, and offering fingerprinting services is just one way we support our child care providers in maintaining high standards of care," Wasinger said.
Attendees can register for the event at a cost of $5 per person. RSVPs are requested by noon Tuesday to ensure an adequate supply of materials and handouts for all participants.
For more information or to RSVP, please visit The Chamber in Hays, Kansas website, hayschamber.com.