5 Things to
Know and Grow
A Newsletter from your
Technical Assistance Center 
At Prevent Child Abuse-NJ
Supporting Essex, Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, & Somerset Counties
Make the Most of Your Summer
At The Playground
At the Playground: An ERS click and learn adventure
In this click-and-learn adventure game, explore an early childhood playground and learn about hazards, ERS standards, and ways to stimulate discussion and gross motor play outdoors!
-Chris Blount
Click to play
Beyond the Standard:
Ep. 4, Creating Community in Your Classroom
Beyond the Standard: Ep. 4, Creating Community in your Classroom
 In this 10-minute podcast, Amanda Sloan interviews colleague Laura Benbow to discuss ways teachers can go into the new school year to build connections and create a sense of belonging and community.
 -Amanda Sloan
Click to Listen
The Grow Pack: 
Volume 1
The Grow Pack: Volume 1: Planning Power and the SFPF
In this comic strip/article, Puja Mathur and Maria Hagon share tips to using your summer to plan for family engagement using the Strengthening Families Protective Factors in the new school year. 
-Puja Mathur and Maria Hagon
Click to Read Article
The Do's and Don't's of 
Creating a Useful
Summer PD Schedule
The Do's and Don't's of Creating a Useful Summer PD Schedule
This 6-minute video provides strategies for being prepared for your Grow journey by taking advantage of the summer months to train staff.
 -David Coto
Click to View Video
See Sample PD Calendar
Going MAD to Help Families Understand GNJK
Going MAD to help families understand GNJK
Unsure of what to say to parents about Grow when they take a tour? In this madlib style piece,  highlight your program's achievements and learn ways you can navigate the conversation.
Click to See Article
 -Holly Elliott
FAQ Video Short:
How Do I Prepare
for the New School Year?
FAQ Video Short: How do I Prepare for the New School Year?
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