The Early Childhood Professional Association (TECPA)

02/22/2026

Regulation: Skills and Strategies for Success
Presented by Jessica Lundblad, Director of Clinical Services and OT, South Shores Therapies
When: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Where: Zoom
Time: 6:15-8:15pm
Cost: $40
This overview is designed to help adults working with children understand the various factors that can influence a child’s self-regulation. Attendees will strengthen their observational skills and learn to identify areas where lagging skills may impact the child’s engagement. We’ll explore strategies to support and enhance the child’s abilities, including adjusting interactions, incorporating sensory accommodations and activities, fostering time awareness, and more.
Jessica is the Director of Clinical Services and an Occupational Therapist in the Hingham clinic. She has always had a passion for working with children and their families. Her clinical background includes experience in early intervention, school, and clinic settings. Jessica is proficient in evaluating and treating a diverse population of children, including cerebral palsy, stroke, autism spectrum disorder, children and adolescents with sensory processing disorder, trauma, feeding difficulties, ADHD, and other developmental, emotional and/or neurological disorders. She has advanced training in sensory integration theory including certification to administer and interpret the Evaluation in AYRES Sensory Integration Test (EASI). Additionally, Jessica has specialized training in neuro rehabilitation and pediatric feeding. Jessica is a leader of the South Shore Therapies marketing, social media and resource center teams.
EEC Core Competency – Area 2: Guiding and Interacting with Children and Youth
Instructional Method: Lecture, Classroom Discussion, and Participatory Activities
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TECPA: The Early Childhood Professional Association in Massachusetts. Professional development for educators, administrators, and professionals. Locations in Natick, Needham, Westwood and Milton.

01/19/2026

The Nurtured Heart Approach
Presented by Sam Healy, LICSW
When: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Where: Zoom
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Cost: $40
The Nurtured Heart Approach™ (NHA) is a social emotional curriculum developed for building relationships in which students are intrinsically motivated both academically and pro-socially. With this approach, teacher-student relationships evolve into a culture in which students become invested and engaged in the learning process. At its very core NHA creates intense positive relationships within the academic context. Through capturing and facilitating first hand experiences of success within typical everyday routines and activities these relationships provide countless opportunities for social emotional, and character development.
Sam Healy, LICSW, has been working with children and families for over 25 years. Sam is a Nurtured Heart Advanced Trainer and Specialist and has trained thousands of educators, professionals and parents on this model and is currently working with Cambridge, Boston, Lawrence, Wi******er, Reading, and Melrose schools, and also consults for Wheelock, Tufts and Lesley Schools of Education.
EEC Core Competency – Area 2: Guiding and Interacting with Children and Youth
Instructional Method: Lecture, Classroom Discussion, and Participatory Activities
Register:www.tecpa.org

10/03/2025

Susan McDonald
Leading with Intention and Impact
Presented by Susan McDonald
When: Thursdays, once a month: Sept 2025 - March 2026
Where: Westwood Public Library • 660 High St, Westwood
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am, doors open at 9:30am
Cost: $700 for all 7 sessions
** $600 for 6 remaining sessions

Reignite your purpose, refuel your energy, and reimagine what's possible in your leadership with Susan McDonald from Inspiring New Perspectives!

Inspiring New Perspectives offers professional development experiences designed to empower school leaders and educators to create positive change in their professional skills andpractices. Susan seamlessly weaves current research with inspirational strategies, bridging the gap between our understanding of the early childhood years and what we can do to support the holistic development of children, teachers, and families.

Feeling isolated or overwhelmed in your leadership role? This course offers the clarity, community, and strategies you need to lead with confidence and create a more positive, professional culture in your early childhood program. Becoming a member of this learning community will inspire you to rethink and refocus your work to re-energize and strengthen your learning community.

WORKSHOP TOPIC AND DATES
9/18: Creating a Vision for a Thriving Growth Culture
10/16: Setting Expectations and Professional Accountability
11/13: Strengths-Based Communication
12/18: Conducting Observations and Providing Feedback
1/15: Building and Supporting Teams
2/12: Facilitating Impactful Staff Meetings
3/19: Strengthening Relationships with Families
Leading with Intention and Impact
Presented by Susan McDonald
When: Thursdays, once a month: Sept 2025 - March 2026
Where: Westwood Public Library • 660 High St, Westwood
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am, doors open at 9:30am
Cost: $700 for all 7 session
$600 for 6 remaining sessions

10/03/2025

Susan McDonald
Leading with Intention and Impact
Presented by Susan McDonald
When: Thursdays, once a month: Sept 2025 - March 2026
Where: Westwood Public Library • 660 High St, Westwood
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am, doors open at 9:30am
Cost: $700 for all 7 sessions

Reignite your purpose, refuel your energy, and reimagine what's possible in your leadership with Susan McDonald from Inspiring New Perspectives!

Inspiring New Perspectives offers professional development experiences designed to empower school leaders and educators to create positive change in their professional skills andpractices. Susan seamlessly weaves current research with inspirational strategies, bridging the gap between our understanding of the early childhood years and what we can do to support the holistic development of children, teachers, and families.

Feeling isolated or overwhelmed in your leadership role? This course offers the clarity, community, and strategies you need to lead with confidence and create a more positive, professional culture in your early childhood program. Becoming a member of this learning community will inspire you to rethink and refocus your work to re-energize and strengthen your learning community.

WORKSHOP TOPIC AND DATES
9/18: Creating a Vision for a Thriving Growth Culture
10/16: Setting Expectations and Professional Accountability
11/13: Strengths-Based Communication
12/18: Conducting Observations and Providing Feedback
1/15: Building and Supporting Teams
2/12: Facilitating Impactful Staff Meetings
3/19: Strengthening Relationships with Families
Leading with Intention and Impact
Presented by Susan McDonald
When: Thursdays, once a month: Sept 2025 - March 2026
Where: Westwood Public Library • 660 High St, Westwood
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am, doors open at 9:30am
Cost: $700 for all 7 session
Cost $600 for next 6 sessions
Register at

TECPA: The Early Childhood Professional Association in Massachusetts. Professional development for educators, administrators, and professionals. Locations in Natick, Needham, Westwood and Milton.

09/13/2025

Susan McDonald
Leading with Intention and Impact
Presented by Susan McDonald
When: Thursdays, once a month: Sept 2025 - March 2026
Where: Westwood Public Library • 660 High St, Westwood
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am, doors open at 9:30am
Cost: $700 for all 7 sessions

Reignite your purpose, refuel your energy, and reimagine what's possible in your leadership with Susan McDonald from Inspiring New Perspectives!

Inspiring New Perspectives offers professional development experiences designed to empower school leaders and educators to create positive change in their professional skills andpractices. Susan seamlessly weaves current research with inspirational strategies, bridging the gap between our understanding of the early childhood years and what we can do to support the holistic development of children, teachers, and families.

Feeling isolated or overwhelmed in your leadership role? This course offers the clarity, community, and strategies you need to lead with confidence and create a more positive, professional culture in your early childhood program. Becoming a member of this learning community will inspire you to rethink and refocus your work to re-energize and strengthen your learning community.

WORKSHOP TOPIC AND DATES
9/18: Creating a Vision for a Thriving Growth Culture
10/16: Setting Expectations and Professional Accountability
11/13: Strengths-Based Communication
12/18: Conducting Observations and Providing Feedback
1/15: Building and Supporting Teams
2/12: Facilitating Impactful Staff Meetings
3/19: Strengthening Relationships with Families
Leading with Intention and Impact
Presented by Susan McDonald
When: Thursdays, once a month: Sept 2025 - March 2026
Where: Westwood Public Library • 660 High St, Westwood
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am, doors open at 9:30am
Cost: $700 for all 7 session

04/26/2024

Our 4/30 TECPA is a great one! Check it out here:

Sign Up Today!   ONLY 2 More TECPA Programs Left this School Year! Sign Up Today Understanding Different Avenues for Language Development Presented by Megan Romanczyk, MS CCC-SLP Via Zoom, login cred

03/28/2024

TECPA presents Big Body Play: Questioning Assumptions!

Sign Up Today!   TECPA Training Calendar for Spring 2024 Sign Up Today The Whole Child Alphabet: How Young Children Actually Develop Literacy Presented by Stacy Benge, M.S. Via Zoom, login credentials

03/22/2024

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Sign Up Today!   A Spring Full of TECPA Training Sign Up Today The Whole Child Alphabet: How Young Children Actually Develop Literacy Presented by Stacy Benge, M.S. Via Zoom, login credentials share

03/11/2024

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Sign Up Today!   TECPA Has the Training You Need! Sign Up Today Developing Language, Creativity & Thinking: Beyond Open Ended Questions Presented by Carrie Becker, Transforming Education Via Zoom,

09/20/2023

TECPA Kicks Off its New Year on 9/26 with Dr. Dan Gartrell!

Sign Up Today!   TECPA Kicks off its 2023-2024 Program Lineup! Sign Up Today Moving from Discipline to Guidance Presented by Daniel Gartrell, Ph.D. Via Zoom, login credentials shared at registration

02/22/2023

TECPA has great spring training options!

Sign Up Today! Understanding Weapons Play in Early Childhood Presented by Samuel Broaden HonoringChildhood.org Tuesday, March 7, 2023 6:30-8:30 p.m. EST $30.00 per person Via Zoom, login credentials s