In-Person

Ready, Set, Respond! Emergency Preparedness for Early Childhood Leaders Spring 2026

In partnership with Save the Children; Get ready for a full day of safety-focused planning, collaboration, and preparedness! Whether you're updating an existing emergency plan or building one from the ground up, this hands-on workshop is designed specifically for preschool directors and owners. You’ll walk away with a fully customized emergency plan, practical strategies for response and recovery, and a better understanding of how to protect your staff, children, and center.
Enjoy a day of learning with breakfast & lunch provided and take home a ready-to-use emergency kit for your school. Let’s make sure your plan is not only in place—but strong, current, and actionable. Achievement bonus awarded upon successful completion, available to Hillsborough County educators, pending fund availability.

Audience:

 Directors & Owners Only

Level:

Beginner

Development age:

Adults

Language of COurse

English 

 Date

Saturday
April 18th

Duration

8:30am-4:00pm
6 In-Service Hours

Price

$25

Course Schedule

Review the timeline of the day below!

8:30-9:00

Registration & light breakfast.
Sponsored by Save the Children.

9:00-11:30

Childcare Emergency Preparedness Training. Develop, implement, & identify risks and prepare for year-round emergencies.

11:30-12:30

Hands-on Workshop. Develop or update your school's Emergency Plans.
Bring your emergency plan if you have one.

12:30-1:15

Enjoy a well-deserved lunch break.
Sponsored by Save the Children.

1:30-3:30

Strong from the Start.
Workshop for caregivers of children 0–5 on brain development, crisis support, and self-care.

3:30-4:00

Reflections & QA.
Distribution of the First Aid Kit & Resilience Bag. Provided for by Save the Children.