Archive: Professional Development

Family Zumba

It’s a high-energy, motivating, Latin-flavored dance party that fuses aerobic fitness with fast and slow rhythms to burn calories and tone the body. You will leave feeling empowered and energized, regardless of your fitness level or age. Presented by Kishwaukee YMCA staff onsite at Kishwaukee YMCA

Early Childhood Summer Institute Day 2

This FREE event consists of TWO sessions. Session 1 (9:00 - 12:00): Building Joyful Rigorous Classroom Spaces Through Play by Kristi Mraz - As we reflect and recover from a year like no other, it is easy to linger on the things we lost. This year also presents us with an ...read more

Early Childhood Summer Institute Day 1

This FREE event consists of TWO sessions. Session 1 - Culturally Responsive Self-Care for Early Childhood Professionals Dr. Julie Nicholson and Dr. LaWanda Wesley This training begins by discussing why self-care should be understood as a central component of quality and ethical work in serving young children and their families and the importance ...read more

Water You Waiting For?

A commonly overlooked aspect of our health is hydration.  While it might not sound as important as nutrition and exercise, staying well hydrated is critical to overall health and well-being.  This means that many of us likely aren’t drinking as much water as we should—and we can’t perform our best ...read more

Substance Use Prevention

An overview of the 2020 Illinois Youth Survey results for DeKalb County, discussion on the impact of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and other drugs on teenage brains, and substance use prevention efforts and resources for DeKalb County. Facilitated by Beth Fisher, Northwestern Medicine

An Introduction to the DASH Eating Plan

Maintaining a normal blood pressure is vital to good health. Highlights of the DASH Eating Plan and how it can help reduce blood pressure will be discussed. Learn current blood pressure guidelines and how elevated blood pressure can impact your health. Facilitated by Marci Millburg, Northwestern Medicine

The Sweet Dangers of Sugar

How much is too much sugar? Learn about natural versus added sugar and the impact sugar can have on your health. Discover how much sugar the average American consumes, where it comes from, and how to incorporate new ways to reduce sugar from your diet. Facilitated by Marci Millburg, Northwestern Medicine

Self-care and Trauma for Grownups and Kids, Too

This session addresses understanding trauma and how daily life during a pandemic may cause stress along with discussing coping strategies for stress management and support. Coping strategies will cover self-care for kids and grown-ups. Facilitated by Lynnea Erickson Laskowski, Safe Passage

Stress Management and Mindfulness

Learn about stress and the effect it can have on your health. Develop strategies to manage stress through diet, exercise and lifestyle modifications. Gain an insight into mindful eating and how to apply it to everyday life. Explore other practices to be mindful and present in daily living. Facilitated by Marci ...read more