Smart Start of Brunswick County – Shallotte Office

February 24th, 2026 6:00-8:30 p.m. – Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED - $35 Participants will learn techniques of CPR/First Aid -Describe how high-quality CPR improves survival (Child-Infant) -Explain the concepts of the chain of survival-Recognize when someone needs CPR-Describe how to perform CPR with help from other bystanders-Give effective breaths by using mouth-to-mouth or…

January 13, 2026   6:00-8:30 p.m. – Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED - $35 Participants will learn techniques of CPR/First Aid -Describe how high-quality CPR improves survival (Child-Infant) -Explain the concepts of the chain of survival-Recognize when someone needs CPR-Describe how to perform CPR with help from other bystanders-Give effective breaths by using mouth-to-mouth or…

December 10th, 6:00-8:30 p.m. – Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED – $35 Participants will learn essential techniques in CPR and First Aid, including: – Understanding how high-quality CPR improves survival rates for children and infants – Explaining the concepts of the chain of survival – Recognizing when someone needs CPR – Demonstrating how to…

November 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Yoga for Mental Health – $8 Participants will learn practical yoga-based tools to enhance their mental well-being and create calm, connected classroom environments. They will explore the mind-body connection, discover how yoga supports mental health, and examine the unique stressors associated with preschool teaching. Additionally, participants will learn simple breathing…

November 12, 6:00-8:30 p.m. – Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED – $35 Participants will learn essential techniques in CPR and First Aid, including: – Understanding how high-quality CPR improves survival rates for children and infants – Explaining the concepts of the chain of survival – Recognizing when someone needs CPR – Demonstrating how to…

October 22, 6:30–8:30 pm - Fall Activities ($10)- Participants will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities. They will learn about seasonal explorations and how to apply that to all centers in the classroom.  The participants will gain an overview of what ERS has to say about extending learning through exploration and creativity. Training…

October 15 , 6:00-8:30 p.m. – Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED – $35 Participants will learn essential techniques in CPR and First Aid, including: – Understanding how high-quality CPR improves survival rates for children and infants – Explaining the concepts of the chain of survival – Recognizing when someone needs CPR – Demonstrating how…

September 24, 6:00-8:30 p.m. – Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED – $35 Participants will learn essential techniques in CPR and First Aid, including: – Understanding how high-quality CPR improves survival rates for children and infants – Explaining the concepts of the chain of survival – Recognizing when someone needs CPR – Demonstrating how to…

August 26, 2025, 6:30-8:30pm Preschool Literacy $10-Learn Participants will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities focused on preschool literacy. They will learn developmentally appropriate methods to incorporate literacy concepts into their teaching. Participants will utilize teaching tools designed for young children, along with a routine-based support guide. Additionally, they will work with toolbox…

August 19th, 6:00-8:30 p.m. – Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED – $35 Participants will learn essential techniques in CPR and First Aid, including: – Understanding how high-quality CPR improves survival rates for children and infants – Explaining the concepts of the chain of survival – Recognizing when someone needs CPR – Demonstrating how to…

July 29th, 2025 -6:30-8:30pm-Where’s the Math? $10-Participants will discover that effective math learning is rooted in conceptual understanding. They will learn that "mathematizing" involves recognizing math in everyday life and applying mathematical language and concepts to analyze and explore various situations. We will discuss the importance of teachers using math words to describe the day's…