Workshops
Project NEST workshops are grounded in evidence-based practices that support inclusive early childhood environments through relationships, behavior, communication, and foundational instruction.
Project NEST: Nurturing Environments for Success Together
Who Should Attend? Panhandle early childhood educators and directors working with preschool-age children in Texas Rising Star (TRS) programs
Location: Amarillo College West Campus Lecture Hall, 6222 W. 9th Ave, Amarillo, TX 79106
Date and Time: Saturday, June 6, 2026, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM (Check-in begins at 8:30 AM.)
Workshop Topics:
- Session 1: Challenging Behavior In Context: Developmental Disabilities, Trauma & Crisis Response
- Session 2: Understanding the “Why”: ABC Data Collection
- Session 3: Getting Ahead of It: Antecedent Strategies for Preventing Challenging Behavior
- Session 4: Preschool Life Skills: Teaching What Matters
Lunch included; Professional Development Credits Provided
RSVP Required by Saturday, May 30, 2026
Project NEST: Nurturing Environments for Success Together
Who Should Attend? Brazos Valley early childhood educators and directors working with preschool-age children in Texas Rising Star (TRS) programs.
Location: Blinn Campus – Administration Banquet Room (2nd floor) 2608 E. Villa Maria Rd., Bryan, TX 77802
Date and Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM (Check in begins at 8:30 AM.)
Workshop Topics:
- Session 1: Challenging Behavior In Context: Developmental Disabilities, Trauma & Crisis Response
- Session 2: Understanding the “Why”: ABC Data Collection
- Session 3: Getting Ahead of It: Antecedent Strategies for Preventing Challenging Behavior
- Session 4: Preschool Life Skills: Teaching What Matters
Lunch included; Professional Development Credits Provided
RSVP Required by Saturday, June 13, 2026
Project NEST: Nurturing Environments for Success Together
Who Should Attend? Panhandle early childhood educators and directors working with preschool-age children in Texas Rising Star (TRS) programs
Location: Amarillo College West Campus Lecture Hall, 6222 W. 9th Ave, Amarillo, TX 79106
Date and Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Check in begins at 8:30 AM.)
Workshop Topics:
- Session 1: Foundations of Inclusive Early Childhood Education
- Session 2: Understanding Autism & Developmental Disabilities
- Session 3: Universal Strategies for Inclusive Learning
- Session 4: Strategies to Support Child Communication
Lunch included; Professional Development Credits Provided
Project NEST: Nurturing Environments for Success Together
Who Should Attend? Brazos Valley early childhood educators and directors working with preschool-age children in Texas Rising Star (TRS) programs.
Location: Brazos Valley Council of Governments (BVCOG), 3991 E. 29th St., Bryan, TX
Date and Time: Saturday, February 21, 2026, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Check in begins at 8:30 AM.)
Workshop Topics:
- Session 1: Foundations of Inclusive Early Childhood Education
- Session 2: Understanding Autism & Developmental Disabilities
- Session 3: Universal Strategies for Inclusive Learning
- Session 4: Intro to NDBI Communication Strategies
Lunch included; Professional Development Credits Provided
Click the image to view the full PDF presentation delivered during Director Professional Learning Community (PLC) and Lunch & Learn meetings. This presentation provides an overview of Project NEST and its core components.