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About Social Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (SEFEL) The Social Emotional Foundations for Early Learning, or SEFEL, Pyramid Model is a Behavioral Support System/Intervention or PBIS. The purpose of the SEFEL is to empower early educators with the necessary tools to support social emotional competence in children ages birth through age 5. This professional development […]
Halloween is almost here! We can all feel it, a very busy season is upon us! Halloween is on its way to kick off the holidays and a very full fall. Read on for crafty Halloween fun and ways to take some time for yourself along the way. A Calming Halloween Craft Sensory sun catchers […]
A festive Halloween for all We think that the festive feeling of the Halloween season is the best part, besides the candy, of course, and you can create that feeling with simple activities at home. We’ve gathered a few ideas and local events for everyone. Maybe they’ll even lead to new family traditions! Halloween at […]
It’s time for a check- in. We’re now in month six of living with the changes required by Covid-19 and there is a lot of information out there with suggestions and best practices. To narrow it down a bit, our resource round-up focuses on how to make the most of distance learning, simplifying Covid-compliant on-site […]
Parents and caretakers of young children, you’re doing great. Keeping up with everything can be a dizzying task- much like taking care of children under the age of five, as they’re always learning, changing, and moving! We’re offering a few ideas on how to practice self care for parents while simultaneously strengthening your family and […]
The last few months have presented unique challenges and generated new questions for child care providers wanting to create the best and safest environment for the children and families they serve. To help bridge the information gap, we are highlighting resources around Covid-19 operating practices and also current trainings and offerings to bolster your professional […]
This August will look different than years past as most schools kick off the year with a virtual start. Our QSSB partners are here to help parents and caretakers find balance, navigate information and educational resources and find fun along the way! First 5 California highlights the importance of the first 5 years of a […]
July is here, which means summer is officially in full swing! Although this year may be unlike any other, the elements of summertime remain, longer days, water-activities, icy treats, sidewalk chalk, and much more. We’ve put together a few indoor ideas in case you need to get out of the sun for a bit. Here’s […]
While practicing being safe at home, you may be in need of fresh ideas to keep your family connected and your busy little ones entertained. The good news is that children learn through play. So what looks like fun and games is actually valuable lessons. We know that you have a lot on your plate […]
At the moment our San Bernardino community, like all others, is experiencing unusual uncertainty, daily cancellations, upended routines, and more. As a community it is important that we check up on one another. QSSB wanted to do just that and hopefully provide a little reassurance that we are all in this together. We’ve compiled a […]