pirsdev This course is recommended for child care workers and anyone living with children; also includes certification in Automated External Defibrillation (AED) use.Topics to be covered include: obstructed airway procedures; breathing emergencies and … Read more
The Leadership Education and Development Program (LEAD) of PIRS for Spring of 2013 will be at the Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House. Interested participants will attend one of the two one-hour info session … Read more
On March 8, 2013, PIRS once again joins various groups around the world in recognizing the economic, political and social achievements of women through the celebration of International Women’s Day. … Read more
Social Emotional Development is foundational for learning and development in all children. Instructor Andrea James uses the evidence based model The Teaching Pyramid to support child care staff capacity in … Read more
As leaders, as early childhood educators and as advocates for young children and their families, how can we forge strong and meaningful relationships with each other and in the broader … Read more
February 23, 2013 – Working with parents and families, there will always be some uncomfortable and even challenging interactions and situations. This session will explore and give us some helpful … Read more
Building Bridges, a Women’s Development Program of PIRS, is now accepting applicants for its 2013 term.We have recently changed the dates, however. To view the changes, download a copy of the Building … Read more
PIRS opens the year 2013 with especially-designed Professional Development opportunities for its program staff. However, everybody is welcome to register. A copy of the schedule is available here: ECE Programs Workshop … Read more
January 19, 2013 – Integrating Diversity into Our Programs Workshop In this session, we will explore our common humanity, our diversity, our cultures, and the ways in which we can … Read more
In this issue: Reports from the Annual General Meeting last November 28, 2012. View the full version here.