SPARK Learning Lab

We can't help but cherish the moments when all of our SPARK team members are able to come together for our monthly virtual all team meetings! This month, our team shared the excitement in preparing for our all staff in-person meeting in March. We encourage everyone to stay tuned for some important updates that will follow our March in-person meeting! See your coach? ?? Comment down below! ??

SPARK Learning Lab will be out of office on Monday & Tuesday, March 3 & 4, for team-wide professional development! For questions or general assistance, please leave us a voicemail at 1-800-299-1627 or email [email protected]. In the meantime, visit My SPARK Learning Lab via I-LEAD OR download the NEW My SPARK Learning Lab app for iPhone or Android. My SPARK Learning Lab offers a full, self-service resource for your program.

Let’s schedule some growth with SPARK’s March training calendar at IndianaSpark.com/training! ? Sign up for Learning Forums, Super Saturdays, Calm, and so much more. Don’t wait—check out these the dates! ??

Spark a connection this February with SPARK Connect! ?? Get the latest issue of the February SPARK Connect and find topics like: ? EXCLUSIVE access to the My SPARK Learning Lab app ? New Resource Roundup ? And more...

Exciting Upgrades are coming to your Early Learning Program accreditation portal! ?? NAEYC will be upgrading to a NEW system in March 2025! The Early Learning Program Accreditation Portal will be unavailable from Today, February 21, to March 3. Have questions? Contact the SPARK Help Desk at 1 (800) 299-1627, send us an email at [email protected], or visit the “Chat with an Expert” feature at IndianaSpark.com!

We understand—the busy season can be overwhelming! That’s why we want to keep you in the loop. Stay connected with SPARK and never miss an update! ?? Sign up for the SPARK Connect newsletter to receive essential updates and training announcements straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/eFqRevb2 Missed our last newsletter? No problem! Catch up on the January issue here: https://lnkd.in/euUt2cDP

Don't worry, there's still time! ?? The 2025 Indiana Early Childhood Conference will be held Friday and Saturday, March 28-29. This conference will be located at the Indiana Convention Center. Standard rates will be open through the day of the conference. To register online, visit Inaeyc.org/conference/2025 and secure your spot today! For registration issues or further accommodation, please email [email protected]. ??

Hey providers! Check out some of our Top-Viewed Mental Health & Wellness Trainings, Coaching and Resources, designed to support YOU! From professional growth to self-care, these tools are here to help lighten your load. 1?? Resource Articles - This compilation are some of the top resources viewed by Providers 2?? Trainings - These are upcoming trainings specializing in improving mental health 3?? Provider Support Groups - Enter a space free of judgement and discuss the challenges and wins 4?? Building Wellness - Sign up fro counseling, consultations, crisis intervention services, and more to aid in your wellbeing. 5?? Learn the Signs. Act Early. - Dive into this training and learn more about mental health topics and how to use screening tools. 6?? Calm App - Receive your FREE Calm app subscription and practice mindfulness, breathing exercises, meditations, and more! 7?? My SPARK Learning Lab Mobile App - Same great MSLL resources, from the palm of your hand! You spend all day caring for others—now it’s time to let us take care of you.

Meet Coach Melissa, one of our SPARK Help Desk Coaches! She's ready to assist you or connect you to where you may need to go! Give us a call at 1 (800) 299-1627 or send us an email at [email protected]! ??

Nature can be a powerful teaching opportunity if we slow down and look around. Explore the journey of outdoor learning with the Town Square resource, “Asking Questions to Arrive at Outdoor Learning.” Engage in different outside learning activities that lead to the promotion of child-development. This resource can be found at https://lnkd.in/ezrvwejG. ??