Special Events

Hosted by the Child Development and Education Department

Upcoming Events

CHDV Virtual Advising Event

Wednesday, Nov. 4 | 6:00–7:00pm or Thursday, Nov. 5 | 12:00–1:00pm

Child Development & Education Department Chair Gina Wilson will share information about our new Child Development certificates and degrees, highlight Spring 2027 course offerings, and answer individual questions.

Free Virtual Events on Zoom Meeting ID: 551 386 1321

For more information, email: gwilson2@palomar.edu

Flyer for free CHDV virtual advising events Nov. 4 and 5, covering Spring 2027 classes, certificates, and degrees.

Past Events


We host a series of workshops and events that honor the field of early childhood education. Past events included:

  • CHDV & EDUC Process Art Workshop
    • Participants engaged in hands-on art activities in our Early Childhood Education Lab School
  • CHDV Virtual Career Fair
    • Academic and career goal advising were held in online break-out rooms for attendees to ask questions.
  • Game Night
    • A night of no-tech games were introduced and played by all who attended.
  • Ukulele Workshop
    • Attendees learned the basics of tuning, strumming, and playing simple chords in a fun, supportive environment
  • Mindfulness & Self-Compassion
    • Attendees were taught mindfulness techniques that can be implemented in the classroom to help students cultivate a positive learning environment.
  • Brain Gym
    • An interactive training incorporates the physical components of learning through visual, auditory, motor, and stress management skills.
  • Fentanyl & Substance Abuse Workshop
    • A deep exploration into the fentanyl and substance abuse crisis in teens.

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