ESU #3 Early Learning Connection

03/27/2026

Join us Friday, April 10 at Gifford Farm to connect with Early Childhood Coaches in nature!🌳
This event is open to all EC Coaches and anyone interested in learning more about Coaching in Nebraska.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTd8GFK3wElzqtMsq-vrnJwoGUoOI_gPWMZN7pp1AkgoojvQ/viewform

See you there! 🐐🐇🐎

03/26/2026

🌼Check out our April newsletter for upcoming events!
🌼¡Echa un vistazo a nuestro boletín informativo de abril para conocer los próximos eventos!

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03/23/2026

¡Growing Together Creciendo Juntos te invita a una experiencia única para renovar tu energía y fortalecer tu corazón como educador/a!

Educando con Corazón: Estrategias para Cuidar, Sentir y Florecer
Una conferencia diseñada para apoyar tu bienestar emocional mientras acompañas a niños y familias.
📆 18 de abril de 2026
🕣 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
📍 Salvation Army Kroc Center, Omaha
💲Costo: $10
📚6 horas de Capacitación
🍴Almuerzo incluido

Aprende sobre autocuidado, inteligencia emocional y cómo crear ambientes más calmados y conscientes en la primera infancia.

📝Regístrate antes del 31 de marzo: https://tinyurl.com/5ybehm3s

03/20/2026

🎉Happy Birthday to Fred Rogers!🎉
More than just a television host, Mister Rogers was a pioneer in early childhood development. He didn't just talk to children; he was teaching children how to navigate anger, grief, and curiosity while reminding adults to give kids the space to process their thoughts and feelings. His slow, intentional pace in a world that was already becoming too fast and his core message - “I like you just the way you are” - remain the fundamental building blocks for healthy self-esteem and resilience.

03/20/2026

📣 Are you an Early Childhood Champion with the gift of bilingual communication? ESU #3 Early Learning Connection (ELC) is looking for a Bilingual (English-Spanish) Professional Development Assistant Coordinator to join our team. If you are passionate about elevating the quality of care for our youngest learners and supporting the professionals who guide them, we want to meet you!

Why You’ll Love This Role:
♥️ True Impact: You’ll be the bridge that ensures high-quality professional development reaches our Spanish-speaking provider community.
♥️ Collaboration: Work across Cass, Douglas, Sarpy, and Washington Counties to shape the future of early childhood education.
♥️ Growth Mindset: We value "fresh thinking" and a spirit of initiative.

You'll really catch our eye if you:
✅️ Navigate English and Spanish with ease and cultural competence
✅️ Thrive when collaborating with diverse stakeholders and building relationships
✅️ Are a self-starter who actively seeks opportunities to improve

Salary for this 190 day position will be negotiable based on education and experience, within the range of $56,000-$59,000 annually. Competitive benefits package includes health and dental for the employee at no cost. Please contact Jennifer Haggart at jhaggart@esu3.org with questions about the position and apply here: https://esu3.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5597313

03/18/2026

📣Sólo un recordatorio para que por favor complete nuestra encuesta. Esta encuesta es su oportunidad para compartir su perspectiva y ayudar a dar forma a la planificación del Desarrollo Profesional 2026-2027 y la toma de decisiones. Su opinión es importante.
https://forms.gle/itB81oKc5mAkCoQ49

03/18/2026

📣Just a friendly reminder to please complete our survey. This survey is your opportunity to share your perspective and help shape the 2026-2027 Professional Development planning and decision-making. Your feedback is important!
https://trst.in/16F18x

03/17/2026

Pasos Sostenibles Para Los Aprendices Más Pequeños - ¿Te has registrado? Un taller práctico GRATUITO de dos horas repleto de formas creativas de integrar la sostenibilidad en los juegos cotidianos.

📅Jueves 26 de Marzo
📍Learning Community Center of North Omaha, 1612 N 24th St, 68110
https://tinyurl.com/3vjush6w

03/17/2026

Have you registered for Sustainable Steps for Little Learners? A FREE hands-on, 2 hour workshop packed with creative ways to weave sustainability into everyday play.

📅Thursday, March 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
📍Learning Community Center of North Omaha, 1612 N 24th St, 68110
https://tinyurl.com/3vjush6w

03/13/2026

📚 March is National Reading Month! 📖

We’re kicking off a month-long celebration of stories, imagination, and the power of literacy. Join Dr. Stavem in listening to “Fast Food” by Joost Elffers and Saxton Freymann- you’ll be surprised to learn about all of the ways that healthy food can support your journey. To help our young learners dive into new adventures, we’re sharing a special series of read-aloud videos all month long!

Catch our first video here: https://youtu.be/mLnkb2m4-cg

✨ How to Join the Fun:
✅️ Watch for our weekly read-aloud posts and share with your class or family.
✅️ Snap a photo of your "reading nook" and share it in the comments!
✅️ Use to join the conversation.

Let’s build a culture of reading together! 🌟

🔗 Explore more NDE curated free reading resources here: https://bit.ly/FamilyECEliteracy

Join Deputy Commissioner at the Nebraska Department of Education, Dr. Jane Stavem as she reads Fast Food, a book that explores all of the places that healthy...

03/02/2026

💭 What do these words have in common? 📚️ ✨️Happy Read Across America Day!🎉

02/27/2026

☘️ Check out our March newsletter for upcoming events!

☘️ ¡Echa un vistazo a nuestro boletín informativo de marzo para conocer los próximos eventos!

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