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CCRS is closed:

Dec. 24-31, 2012

January 1, 2013

January 3, 2013

January 21, 2013

Winter/Spring

Vol. 20, No. 1

Illinois received the second round of Race to the Top Funding. The 2

nd round allowed the states to apply for ½ the funding and

therefore Illinois will receive $35 million over the next 4 years to increase the quality of child care programs. There will be changes to the Quality Rating System (QRS) program. Through our website, Facebook, emails, and special mailings, we will let you know as we have more specific information to share. Payments will continue to be issued approximately three weeks after entry into the system. For budgeting purposes, most providers should expect that the time frame to receive a check will change from two weeks to three weeks after entry into the system. Did you know that most creditors will change your due date if you tell them your pay date was changed? Try arranging your due dates toward the end of the month when you’ll most likely have your payment. Our phone lines have been extremely busy with questions about payment. The only information we have is whether or not the payment was entered. This and other payment information is available from the payment line at 1-800-804-3833. You can also press option #4 on our phone system which takes you directly to the payment information line. Don’t forget. . .

Professional Development and Accreditation funds are available this fiscal year. The forms are available – go on our website or call our office!

Remember, quality early care and education allows children to learn and families to work – a formula for success. Let your Legislators know how important child care is to you. Go to www.actforchildren.org to find your legislator.

Are you passionate about working with children, but not sure what the next steps are for your career? Let us help you develop a plan for success that builds on your passion- working with children! Professional Development Advisors (PDAs) have extensive early care and education (ECE) and/or school-age (SA) work experience, education, and knowledge of available resources. They can guide you in furthering your professional development and advancing your career. Research has shown that 68% of those who worked with a PDA met goals or made significant progress towards their goals while participating in the program!

A PDA can provide assistance in the following areas:

Exploring careers in early care and education or school-age care

Creating a personalized professional development plan

Providing guidance in building a professional portfolio

Locating available courses and professional development opportunities in your area

Helping you decipher different early care and education or school-age care credentials and certificates and their requirements

Sharing resources for financial assistance to be used for coursework or training

Coaching you on how to find the information you need to accomplish your goals

Finding help with basic English or Math skills, or support for learning the English language.

The best part is that these services are FREE and only requires that you are involved within or interested in the field. You can utilize a PDA’s expertise for as little as one hour—or for as long as you need help getting on the right path toward reaching your career goals.

PDAs are also available to visit child care centers and meet with center staff on an individual basis to further career development. Center advising is planned around a schedule that works for program administrators/center directors and staff. PDAs can assist staff in developing and achieving individual professional development goals to further their career.

For more information or to enroll in the PDA Program, please visit www.ilgateways.com or call 1.866.697.8278.

By Angela & Brenda

http://www.actforchildren.org/

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NO ADMITTANCE AFTER 15 MINUTE GRACE PERIOD. PLEASE ARRIVE PROMPTLY.

TRAININGS MAY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF OTHER CREDENTIALS CHECK CCRS WEBSITE (http://ccrs.illinois.edu) FOR MORE REGISTRATION RULES & INFORMATION!

TRAININGS MAY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF OTHER CREDENTIALS CHECK CCRS WEBSITE (http://ccrs.illinois.edu) FOR MORE REGISTRATION RULES & INFORMATION!

On January 1st

the Child Care

Assistance Program (CCAP)

reimbursement rates will increase

for licensed and licensed exempt

DATE Title Time Address Course Description Audience Training Hours CDA Fee

5 MARCH Decatur

Quality Rating System Orientation 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Discovery Depot 2715 N. 27

th St. Decatur

Quality matters in child care. Learn about the statewide Quality Rating System (QRS) that recognizes family child care and center-based providers for quality with QRS award certification. Providers serving children on the state Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) can also receive a bonus to the standard payment rate. The Orientation covers eligibility requirements, application process and supports and resources available. A provider must attend this session prior to applying to QRS. Presenter: Tina Wiegel, Quality Specialist, CCRS

FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 5 FREE NO WALK-INS!

16 MARCH Decatur

An Introduction to the Environment Rating Scales 8:00 am check-in; 8:30 am to12:45 pm workshop Discovery Depot 2715 N. 27

th St. Decatur

This training is for family child care and center-based programs and provides an overview of the Environment Rating Scales (ERS). ERS are user-friendly assessment tools that measure the quality of the learning environment for infants through school-age. After completing this training, participants will be able to use the tool(s) for program self-assessment and improvement planning. Presenter: Diana Shipley, Early Childhood Consultant

FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 4 Training Hours CDA 5 $15.00 NO WALK-INS!

13 JUNE Urbana

An Introduction to the Business Administration Scale (BAS) 6:00 pm check-in; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm Bevier Hall 905 S. Goodwin Ave. Urbana

This training provides an overview of the Business Administration Scale (BAS). The BAS is designed to measure the quality of business and professional practices of home-based early childhood programs. After completing this training, providers will have a basic knowledge of the BAS, be able to use the tool for program self-assessment and improvement planning, and know how to prepare for the Quality Rating BAS assessment. This training is required for providers who apply (submits an application) for QRS Star Level 3 or 4.

FCC ONLY Call CCRS to register 3 Training Hours CDA 5 $15.00 NO WALK-INS!

14 JUNE Urbana

An Introduction to the Program Administration Scale (PAS) 8:00 am check-in; 8:30 am to 12:45 pm Bevier Hall 905 S. Goodwin Ave. Urbana

Designed for child care center administrators. This session provides an overview of the Program Administration Scale (PAS). The PAS is designed to measure the quality of leadership and management practices of center-based early childhood programs. After completing this training, providers will have a basic knowledge of the PAS assessment. This training is required for programs to apply for Star Level 3 or 4 of the Quality Counts: Quality Rating System.

Center Directors/Administrators ONLY Call CCRS to register 4 Training Hours CDA 5 $15.00 NO WALK-INS!

C o n t e n t s :

Page 1 — Director’s Viewpoint Professional Development Advisor

— CCAP News, Check These Out, QC-QRS Workshops

Page 3 — Directors’ Meetings Gateways to Opportunity Prog.

Pages 4 to 8 — Association and Local Trainings

Page 8 — Program for Infant Toddler Care

Page 9 — College Round-UP Details

Page 10 — WOW Ideas Useful NOW Details

Page 11 – Director’s Day Details Safe, Simple Sleep Information

Inserts: ECE & SAYD Credential Level 1 Registration Form/College Round-Up Registration Form Needs Assessment

Lisa, Lead CCAP Specialist

day care homes. For licensed homes to get the increase, you must complete a new rate certification sheet. If you need one, call our office or go on-line at www.ccrs.illinois.edu. Child Care Centers will not receive an increase.

The IDHS Child Care Telephone Billing System is an easier and faster way to get paid. Contact CCRS for more information. Also, The Illinois Debit MasterCard is a proven fast, convenient and secure payment method to access your Child Care payment. For more information, go to http://www. dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=45466. If you don't have Internet access, contact CCRS for more information.

Check These Out!

All QRS are Registry Approved classes.

Look for these events in the calendar and special inserts!

Welcoming Each and Every Child (formerly called SpecialCare) (February 23 and April 20)

DACC Developing Child Conference “Family Connections” (March 2)

College Round-up! (March 9)

An Introduction to the Environment Rating Scales (March 16)

Illinois Early Learning Standards (April 6)

WOW Ideas Useful NOW (April 13)

Director’s Day: Managing Legal Issues in Child Care (April 24)

Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Twos (June 6 & 7)

An Introduction to the Business Administration Scale (BAS) (June 13)

An Introduction to the Program Administration Scale (PAS) (June 14)

Creative Curriculum for Preschool (June 13 & 14)

http://ccrs.illinois.edu/


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Do you want to go to college for a degree or take some classes?

Gateways to Opportunity Scholarship Program provides financial help!

DATE Title Time Address Contact Fee

Champaign County Child Care Association – Directors’ Group

9 JANUARY Champaign

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm First United Methodist Day Care 210 W. Church Champaign

Questions? Contact Jill Moore: 217-359-0300

13 FEBRUARY Urbana

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Children’s Day Care Center 304 S. Race Urbana


13 MARCH Urbana

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm The Caring Place 809 W. Park Urbana


10 APRIL

St. Joseph

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Prince of Peace Early Learning Center 802 E. Douglas St. Joseph


8 MAY Champaign

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Early Learning Center 809 W. Kirby Avenue Champaign


Danville Area Directors’ Association

24 JANUARY Danville

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Two by Two Daycare 3350 E. Voorhees Street Danville

Questions? Contact Marta Mitchell: 217-709-0093

28 MARCH

Danville

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm DACC Child Development Center 2000 E. Main Street Danville

Questions? Contact Ana Nasser: 217-443-8833

23 MAY

Danville

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Crosspoint Human Services Early Learning 201 N. Hazel Danville

Questions? Contact Cindy Montgomery: 217-446-1217

Macon County Child Care Directors’ Association

15 JANUARY Decatur

12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Creative Kids Day Care 1177 Hickory Point Road Decatur

Questions? Contact Dianne Cox: 217-877-5877

19 MARCH Decatur

12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Central Christian Preschool 650 W. William Street Decatur

Questions? Contact Shelly Messmore: 217-428-4336

21 MAY Decatur

12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Kids N Fitness 1020 Southside Drive Decatur

Questions? Contact Amy Steck: 217-423-9580

16 JULY Decatur

12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Kids Castle Learning Center 2580 N. Monroe Decatur

Questions? Contact Chelsea Bray: 217-872-6602

GATEWAYS TO OPPORTUNITY

HELP YOUR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH?

Did you know Illinois has 5 CREDENTIALS to validate your education and experience?

ECE Credential Level 1 „ ECE Credential „ Infant Toddler Credential „ Illinois Director Credential School-Age and Youth

Development Credential Level 1

Do you want to improve your program and/or be rewarded financially for the quality program you have?

Quality Counts Quality Rating System is for you!

Keep track of your professional development the FREE & easy way…

Through the GATEWAYS TO OPPORTUNITY REGISTRY

Is a resource and tool for practitioners and programs

to drive quality and accountability. Tracks individual’s college coursework and community-

based trainings, and more. Maintains a permanent record of achievements in a

Professional Development Record (PDR). You can access this information at any time by viewing your PDR online through a secure section of the Gateways website.

Includes a trainer and training approval process that

will recognize and validate the caliber of trainers and trainings.

Compiles a statewide online training calendar which

will be available on the Gateways website.

Taking classes and need more income? (a check every 6 months?)

GreatSTART has a plan

for YOU!

QUESTIONS about planning your professional path?

A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR will help you explore and achieve careers in early care and education and school-age care. Call 866-697-8278 to set up an appointment with one today!

For m or e i n f or m a t i on v i s i t

Gateways to Opportunity we b s i t e a t :

w w w . i l g a t e w a ys . c o m or ca l l 8 6 6 - 6 9 7 - 8 2 7 8 .

HOW DOES

You can register online for free trainings

at http://ccrs.illnois.edu.

Go to providers/trainings and scroll down

to the green start button.

http://ccrs.illnois.edu/

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8 JANUARY Decatur

Creating Fun Snacks (Mid-Central Association for Education of Young Children) 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Creative Kids Daycare 1177 W. Hickory Point Rd.

Hands-on teaching reinforces not only the learning process, but with these fun snacks (for children 2-12 years of age), can also help the child take ownership for what they eat. Ideas and booklets will be given for you to actually go back and have at your daycare.. Presented by: Diane S. Cox, Director, Creative Kids Daycare FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 1.5 Training Hours CDA 1 FREE for members ($2 for non-members)

10 JANUARY Mahomet

Shaken Baby Syndrome (Mahomet Area Child Care Association) 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Mahomet Public Library 1702 E. Oak St.

Taking care of babies can at times, be difficult and frustrating. Learn why you should NEVER shake a baby. Learn to help a crying baby and ways to keep yourself calm. Presented by: Lou Anne Burton, Training Coordinator and Jackie Farber, Team Manager, CCRS FCC & Centers & Parents Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 1 FREE

10 JANUARY St. Joseph

Musical Instruments for a Song (St. Joseph Area Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Prince of Peace Community Early Learning Center 802 E. Douglas

Learn how to make homemade instruments on the cheap and how to incorporate music into your program – even if you can’t carry a tune. Presented by: Rhonda Costa, Assistant Director, The Caring Place, Urbana FCC & Centers & Parents Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 2 FREE

15 JANUARY Rantoul

Tips, Tricks and Techniques for Cooking: Make It/Take It Cupcakes (Rantoul Area Providers Association) 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Rantoul Public Library 106 W. Flessner

Learn some tips, tricks, and techniques to add to your cooking skills that will make your daily cooking tasks easier. Also, make and taste some cupcakes. Presented by: Lisa Lewey Shields and Maggie Johnson, Family Child Care Owners

FCC & Centers & Parents Call CCRS to register 1.5 Training Hours CDA 2, 5 FREE

17 JANUARY Decatur

The Face of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (Decatur Area Family Child Care Association) 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Discovery Depot/Easter Seals 2715 N. 27

th St.

How can I tell if a child has Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, and more importantly, how can I educate and provide for that child? Participants will learn how the consumption of alcohol during a pregnancy can affect a child for life and how to meet their special needs. Presented by: Diana Shipley, Early Childhood Consultant

FCC & Center Call CCRS to register 1.5 Training Hours CDA 2, 3 FREE

22 JANUARY Champaign

Time-Out Outlawed 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (call to be put on Kids 1st 4109 Colleen Drive waiting list)

What does time-out mean to you? Come and learn the differences between time-out and time-in. We will also discuss the effects of time-out and explore possible alternatives. Presented by: Barb Schuldt, Infant-Toddler Specialist, CCRS

FCC & Centers & Parents Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 3 FREE

23 - 26 JANUARY

Chicago

Chicago Metro AEYC Conference

Opening Minds

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Registration is now open. Visit www.chicagometroaeyc.org for more information.

5 FEBRUARY Danville

Family Violence and Homelessness: The Effects on Children Danville Area Family Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm DACC 2000 E. Main Street Lincoln Hall Copper Penny Room

Domestic violence, also known as family violence, affects over 3 million children per year. Topics will include: the dynamics of domestic abuse and violence, age-specific behaviors and characteristics, the dynamics of homelessness and what child care professionals can do to assist children with coping. Presenter: Cindy Smith, Child/Medical Advocate, Crosspoint Human Services

FCC & Center Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 3 FREE

7 FEBRUARY Mahomet

ADD: What Does it Mean for You? (Mahomet Area Child Care Association) 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Mahomet Public Library 1702 E. Oak St.

You know the letters, but what does it really mean in your daily life with kids? Review some quick and simple screening tools and learn how to make your day easier by making their day easier. Presented by: Jolie Carsten, LCSW, Clinical Supervisor, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 3 FREE

12 FEBRUARY Decatur

Developmentally Appropriate Activities to Shake the Winter Blues (Mid-Central Association for Education of Young Children) 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Creative Kids Daycare 1177 W. Hickory Point Rd. Room 124

Join Diana as she shakes those winter blues away with lots of activities and ideas that are fun and developmentally appropriate for the ages of children that you serve. Presenter: Diana Shipley, Early Childhood Consultant

FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 1.5 Training Hours CDA 2 FREE for members ($2 for non-members)

19 FEBRUARY

Rantoul

Books for Every Age! (Rantoul Area Providers Association) 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Rantoul Public Library 106 W. Flessner

Learn some tips for reading to children. Also be prepared to learn about some children’s books that deal with a host of issues faced by children and their families. You’ll also find out about some books that delight children and help them discover the wonders of reading! Presented by: Annette Davis, Youth Services Librarian, Rantoul Public Library FCC & Centers & Parents Call CCRS to register 1.5 Training Hours CDA 2 FREE

HOLD

THE

DATE

C O M E J O I N U S ! ! Talk to other daycare providers about successes or challenges, even

vent if necessary. Plus, get new ideas to use. Join a child care cohort!

The group will be led by Barb Schuldt, Infant Toddler Specialist, CCRS. Each month is a new topic that will be collaboratively chosen. Members include a variety of child care providers. Training hours are available. Call Barb at 217-244-9684 for more information.

Meetings are from 6:30 pm to 7:30/8:00 pm.

Champaign/Urbana: 1st Monday of month Milford: 2nd Monday of month Watseka: 3rd Monday of month Danville: 4th Monday of month

Meets at various host sites. Space is limited!

http://www.chicagometroaeyc.org/

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21 FEBRUARY Decatur

Math Motivations

(Decatur Area Family Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Discovery Depot/Easter Seals 2715 N. 27

th St.

There’s more than counting and recognizing shapes in Math. Pre-math and math skills that make learning fun for all. Math can be messy, fun, and more than just numbers! Presented by: Rhonda Costa, Assistant Director, The Caring Place, Urbana FCC & Centers & Parents Call CCRS to register 1.5 Training Hours CDA 2 FREE

21 FEBRUARY St. Joseph

Let’s Move! (St. Joseph Area Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Prince of Peace Community Early Learning Center 802 E. Douglas

This workshop combines activities, tips & techniques intended to inspire you to embrace a healthier lifestyle and to incorporate healthy eating and physical activity into your program. Come and have fun! Presented by: Drew Schlosser and Sarah Williams, Resource Professionals, CCRS

FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 1, 2 FREE

23 FEBRUARY Decatur

Welcoming Each and Every Child

8:00 am check-in; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Creative Kids Daycare 1177 W. Hickory Point Rd. Fireside Rm. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 9, 2013. Space is limited.

This training assists caregivers in caring for children with disabilities in inclusive care settings. This workshop is based on the philosophy that all children have the right to participate in the developmentally appropriate activities within inclusive and natural community settings. This training includes: the benefits of inclusive childcare, building on traditional caregivers’ roles and skills, and expanding caregivers’ knowledge and comfort level when working with children with special needs. Meets the DCFS training requirement of 6 or more hours of training on children with disabilities. Presented by: Diana Shipley, Early Childhood Consultant FCC & Centers & Parents Call CCRS to register 7.5 Training Hours CDA 3, 4, 6, 8 $20.00 (includes lunch).

26 FEBRUARY Champaign

What Do I Say? How to Share Celebrations and Concerns About Your Childcare Children with Families (Champaign-Urbana Child Care Association) 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Kids 1st 4109 Colleen Dr.

It can be intimidating to talk with parents about a child’s development or behavior. This workshop will provide you with methods to help you prepare for those conversations, both joyous and concerning, with parents. We will discuss collecting information to share as well as community resources for further support. Presented by: Jenna Weglarz-Ward, M.Ed


27 FEBRUARY Watseka

Time-Out Outlawed (Watseka Area Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Calvary Lutheran Church 120 E. Hickory St.

What does timeout mean to you? Come and learn the differences between time-out and time-in. We will also discuss the effects of time-out and explore possible alternatives. Presented by: Barb Schuldt, Infant-Toddler Specialist, CCRS FCC & Centers & Parents Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 3 FREE

28 FEBRUARY Arcola

Darkness to Light: Stewards of Children (Arcola Area Family Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Arcola Public Library 407 E. Main St. (Note: Date Change)

Learn what you can do to protect children in your community. Re-scheduled from January 28, 2013 Presented by: Lou Anne Burton and Jackie Farber, Training Coordinator and Team Manager, CCRS


2 MARCH Danville

Danville Area Community College Developing Child Conference

Family Connections

8:00 am to 1:00 pm Conference Danville Area Community College Bremer Conference Center

Keynote speaker: Dr. Rosa Milagros Santos Gilbertz, Associate Professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of Illinois. This conference features three different tracks: Birth-Preschool, Grades K-2, and Learning with Autism. Look for the conference itinerary which will be posted online at www.dacc.edu/cce in late December. For questions, contact DACC Community Education at 217-477-0603 or 217-477-0604. Themed snacks provided.

FCC & Centers Register with DACC Community Education 4 Training Hours or 4 CPDU’s CDA: Multiple $40.00

7 MARCH Mahomet

Contracts and Policies for Family Child Care

(Mahomet Area Family Child Care Assoc.) 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Mahomet Public Library 1702 E. Oak St.

Bring a copy of your handbook, policies, and/or contracts if you have them to share. Learn how to protect yourself and your business, and meet DCFS licensing regulations. Presented by: Elizabeth Marshall, NAFCC Accredited Family Day Care Home Provider FCC only Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 5 FREE

9 MARCH Champaign

College Round-Up!

(8:30 am to 9:00 am Registration) 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Conference Hawthorne Suites 101 Trade Center Drive

Talk with College Representatives from 2-year and 4-year schools & get professional career advising Learn about a variety of financial aid options, plus get help filling out applications Apply for Gateway Programs… All in an easy ONE-STOP Shop Event! Find out about associate, bachelor and graduate degree programs for non-traditional students (those who work full-time)

FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 4 Training Hours CDA 6 FREE NO WALK-INS

12 MARCH Decatur

Art Activities Unlimited (Mid-Central Association for Education of Young Children) 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Creative Kids Daycare 1177 W. Hickory Point Rd. Fireside Rm.

There’s more to art than paint and paper. Hands-on activities to incorporate unusual items into your children’s art experiences. Presented by: Rhonda Costa, Assistant Director, The Caring Place, Urbana


14 MARCH St. Joseph

Math Motivations (St. Joseph Area Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Prince of Peace Community Early Learning Center 802 E. Douglas

There’s more than counting and recognizing shapes in Math. Pre-math and math skills that make learning fun for all. Math can be messy, fun, and more than just numbers! Presented by: Rhonda Costa, Assistant Director, The Caring Place, Urbana

FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 2 FREE

19 MARCH Rantoul

Reducing the Risk of SIDS in Child Care (Rantoul Area Providers Association) 6:45 pm to 8:45 pm (note time change) Rantoul Public Library 106 W. Flessner

This training will define Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. It will identify factors that place an infant at risk for SIDS. It will teach the participant how to modify the risks of SIDS. It includes DCFS Standards in the State of Illinois. It will discuss Tummy Time for babies and Safe Sleep Practices. It will identify reasons for having a Safe Sleep Policy and give providers resources to use for SIDS information. Presented by: Heidi German, Nurse Consultant, Child Care Resource & Referral Network, Bloomington FCC & Centers & Parents Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 1 FREE

21 MARCH Decatur

Let’s Move! (Decatur Area Family Child Care Association) 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Discovery Depot/Easter Seals 2715 N. 27

th St.

This workshop combines activities, tips & techniques intended to inspire you to embrace a healthier lifestyle and to incorporate healthy eating and physical activity into your program. Come and have fun. Presented by: Drew Schlosser and Sarah Williams, Resource Professionals, CCRS FCC & Centers & Parents Call CCRS to register 1.5 Training Hours CDA 1, 2 FREE

26 MARCH Champaign

Reducing the Risk of SIDS in Childcare (Champaign-Urbana Child Care Association) 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Kids 1

st 4109 Colleen Dr.


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27 MARCH Watseka

What Do I Say? How to Share Celebrations and Concerns About Your Childcare Children with Families (Watseka Area Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Calvary Lutheran Church 120 E. Hickory St.

It can be intimidating to talk with parents about a child’s development or behavior. This workshop will provide you with methods to help you prepare for those conversations, both joyous and concerning, with parents. We will discuss collecting information to share as well as community resources for further support. Presented by: Jenna Weglarz-Ward, M.Ed.


28 MARCH Arcola

Put Your Finger In It! (Arcola Area Family Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Arcola Public Library 407 E. Main St.

Learn sensory and art experiences for all ages! Discover new and unusual items for exploration! Presented by: Rhonda Costa, Assistant Director, The Caring Place, Urbana


4 APRIL Mahomet

Reducing the Risk of SIDS in Childcare

(Mahomet Area Child Care Association) 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Mahomet Public Library 1702 E. Oak St.


6 APRIL Urbana

Illinois Early Learning Standards for Children 3-5

8:00 am check-in; 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Workshop 132 Bevier Hall 905 S Goodwin Avenue

The Illinois Early Learning Standards will give child care practitioners an overview of the program standards for children ages three to five. Practitioners are taught how to connect the standards with daily classroom practice. Through discussion and small group activities, practitioners will learn how to look at their classrooms and evaluate one, how the early learning standards are being met. Also, tour the Child Development Lab at U of I, an accredited program. Presenter: Eileen Borgia, Early Childhood Consultant FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 6 Training Hours CDA 5, 7 $20.00 (includes lunch)

9 APRIL Decatur

2013 Provider Recognition Event From My Heart: Miles of Smiles, a Child’s Journey (Mid-Central Association for Education of Young Children) 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Creative Kids Daycare 1177 W. Hickory Point Rd. Fireside Rm.

Our job as child care providers and early childcare educators is to recognize, accept, and appreciate children just as they are and convey incredible worth and value to them. This program will include stories and activities to help us value the children in our lives. Providers who have participated in the Gateways to Opportunity Scholarship Program, various credentialing programs, Quality Counts: Quality Rating System (Star Levels or Tiers), Great START, National Accreditation Programs or ECIAEYC or MCAEYC will be recognized. Presented by: Rhonda Costa, Assistant Director, The Caring Place, Urbana

FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 1.5 Training Hours CDA 3, 6 FREE

11 APRIL St. Joseph

The Face of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (St. Joseph Area Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Prince of Peace Community Early Learning Center 802 E. Douglas

How can I tell if a child has Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, and more importantly, how can I educate and provide for that child? Participants will learn how the consumption of alcohol during a pregnancy can affect a child for life and how to meet their special needs. Presented by: Diana Shipley, Early Childhood Consultant

FCC & Center Call CCRS to register 2 Training Hours CDA 2, 3 FREE

13 APRIL Urbana

ECIAEYC Event

WOW Ideas Useful NOW!

(8:00 to 8:30 Registration) 8:30 am to 1:30 pm Carle Forum 611 W. Park

Ignite your program/classroom with some new ideas. Join us for a morning of some of the best! Storytime Secrets (Presenters: Stephanie Edwards and Betsy Shea, Champaign Public Library) Ooze and Goos (Rhonda Costa, Assistant Director, The Caring Place) Games for All Ages, Inside and Out (Barb Schuldt, Infant-Toddler Specialist, CCRS) Challenging Those Challenging Behaviors (Tanya Blackshear, Early Childhood Educational Consultant)

FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 4 Training Hours CDA 2, 3 $15 for ECIAEYC/NAEYC members and $20.00 for non-members (Make checks payable to: ECIAEYC)

16 APRIL Rantoul

Plant a Seed, Cultivate a Child (Rantoul Area Providers Association) 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Rantoul Public Library 106 W. Flessner

Explore ways to involve children in gardening, both for food and pleasure. Learn ways to integrate plant life into your curriculum. Find ways to involve children in nature year round. Presented by: Diana Shipley, Early Childhood Consultant

FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 1.5 Training Hours CDA 2 FREE

18 APRIL Decatur

Reducing the Risk of SIDS in Childcare (Decatur Area Family Child Care Association) 6:45 pm to 8:45 pm (Note: time change) Discovery Depot/Easter Seals 2715 N. 27

th St.


20 APRIL Urbana

Welcoming Each and Every Child

8:00 am check-in; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm 132 Bevier Hall 905 S. Goodwin Avenue REGISTRATION DEADLINE: April 6, 2013. Space is limited.

This training assists caregivers in caring for children with disabilities in inclusive care settings. This workshop is based on the philosophy that all children have the right to participate in the developmentally appropriate activities within inclusive and natural community settings. This training includes: the benefits of inclusive childcare, building on traditional caregivers’ roles and skills, and expanding caregivers’ knowledge and comfort level when working with children with special needs. Meets the DCFS training requirement of 6 or more hours of training on children with disabilities. Presented by: Sarah Minyard, Early Childhood Consultant FCC & Centers & Parents Call CCRS to register 7.5 Training Hours CDA 3, 4, 6, 8 $20.00 (lunch is included)

23 APRIL Champaign

2013 Provider Recognition Event From My Heart: Miles of Smiles, a Child’s Journey Children’s Center 304 S Race St. 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm



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24 APRIL Watseka

2013 Provider Recognition Event From My Heart: Miles of Smiles, a Child’s Journey (Watseka Area Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Calvary Lutheran Church 120 E. Hickory St.



24 APRIL Champaign

Director’s Day:

Managing Legal Issues in Child Care

8:30 am check-in; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm University of Illinois Extension 801 N. Country Fair Dr. (lunch included)

Bob Siegel, National Director of Easter Seals Children’s Services, has worked as a preschool teacher, long-time child care director, graduate school teacher, children’s museum director, and ECE management consultant and trainer. His interactive seminar will cover the many issues that managers of Early Care Education Programs face during the course of a career. Some of the topics that will be covered include: personnel issues, serving children with special needs, legal interviewing, problem employees, malpractice, child pick-up protocol, custody issues, cell phones, babysitting as a second job… and more. Presented by: Bob Siegel, National Director of Easter Seals Children’s Services Center Directors Call CCRS to register 6 Training Hours CDA 5 $60.00 (make checks payable to ECIAEYC)

25 APRIL Arcola

Let’s Move! (Arcola Area Family Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Arcola Public Library 407 E. Main St.

This workshop combines activities, tips and techniques intended to inspire you to embrace a healthier lifestyle and to incorporate healthy eating and physical activity into your program. Prepare to have fun! Presented by: Drew Schlosser and Sarah Williams, Resource Professionals, CCRS


2 May Mahomet

It’s Not Rocket Science (Mahomet Area Child Care Association) 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Mahomet Public Library 1702 E. Oak St.

Quick and easy ways to improve your science centers. Presented by: Diana Shipley, Early Childhood Consultant


9 May St. Joseph

Reducing the Risk of SIDS in Childcare (St. Joseph Area Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Prince of Peace Community Early Learning Center 802 E. Douglas


14 May Decatur

The Impact of Methamphetamines on Children (Mid-Central Association for Education of Young Children) 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Creative Kids Daycare 1177 W. Hickory Point Rd. Fireside Rm.

Throughout Illinois, methamphetamines are impacting communities beyond just drug-users and law enforcement. In this workshop, the participants will be able to recognize some of the chemicals associated with the manufacturing of this drug, the effect this drug is having on the users/abusers, and the impact that it is having on the community in general. Most importantly, the participants will also understand the impact the drug is having on the community’s youngest victims, the children living in these homes, as well as ways to support these children. Presented by: Tamara Guy, Prevent Child Abuse Illinois


14 May

Danville

2013 Provider Recognition Event From My Heart: Miles of Smiles, a Child’s Journey 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm DACC 2000 E. Main Street Lincoln Hall Copper Penny Room



16 May Decatur

Daily Schedules with Multi-Age Children (Decatur Area Family Child Care Association) 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Discovery Depot/Easter Seals 2715 N. 27

th St.

Children enjoy a structured schedule that allows for flexibility. A schedule helps the day flow more smoothly and lets the children know what to expect from day to day. Learn the ins and outs of designing a good daily schedule for multi-aged children. Presented by: Barb Schuldt, Infant-Toddler Specialist, CCRS


21 MAY Rantoul

Reaping the Harvest (Rantoul Area Providers Association) 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Rantoul Public Library 106 W. Flessner

Learn how to extend your garden with books and activities. Also, have you ever made a worm garden? Great for recycling. Learn how! Presented by: Diana Shipley, Early Childhood Consultant


23 MAY Arcola

Daily Schedules with Multi-Age Children (Arcola Area Family Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Arcola Public Library 407 E. Main St.

Children enjoy a structured schedule that allows for flexibility. A schedule helps the day flow more smoothly and lets the children know what to expect from day to day. Learn the ins and outs of designing a good daily schedule for multi-aged children. Presented by: Barb Schuldt, Infant-Toddler Specialist, CCRS


28 MAY Champaign

Musical Instruments for a Song (Champaign-Urbana Child Care Association) 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Kids 1st 4109 Colleen Dr.

How to make homemade instruments on the cheap and how to incorporate the music into your program – even if you can’t carry a tune! Presented by: Rhonda Costa, Assistant Director, The Caring Place, Urbana


29 MAY Watseka

Let’s Move! (Watseka Area Child Care Association) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Calvary Lutheran Church 120 E. Hickory St.

This workshop combines activities, tips & techniques intended to inspire you to embrace a healthier lifestyle and to incorporate healthy eating and physical activity into your program. Come and have fun! Presented by: Drew Schlosser and Sarah Williams, Resource Professionals, CCRS


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6 & 7 JUNE Rantoul

The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers & Twos (Check-in: 8:00 am) 8:30 am to 5:00 pm NO WALK-INS! Multicultural Community Center 1126 Country Club Lane, Rantoul

Must attend both sessions to receive full credit and book.

Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Twos enhances the skills already known to early care providers and family child care providers and gives new ideas for improving current programs that involve the care of infants and toddlers. The main goals of this training include building responsive relationships, planning and managing a developmental appropriate program, promoting infants’ and toddlers’ development and learning, and maintaining professional standards. This training is for providers who care for infants and toddlers. Presented by: Sarah Minyard, Early Childhood Consultant

FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 15 Total Training Hours CDA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 $25 for both days

Fee includes lunch for both days. (Make checks payable to University of Illinois)

13 & 14 JUNE Rantoul

The Creative Curriculum for Preschool (Check-in: 8:00 am) 8:30 am to 5:00 pm NO WALK-INS! Multicultural Community Center 1126 Country Club Lane, Rantoul Must attend both sessions to receive full credit and book.

Creative Curriculum for Preschool covers the topics: How Children Develop and Learn, The Learning Environment, What Children Learn, The Teacher’s Role, The Family’s Role, Blocks, Dramatic Play, Toys and Games, Art, Library, Discovery, Sand and Water, Music and Movement, Cooking, Computers, and Outdoors. Presented by: Sarah Minyard, Early Childhood Consultant

FCC & Centers Call CCRS to register 15 Total Training Hours CDA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 $25 for both days Fee includes lunch for both days. (Make checks payable to University of Illinois)

DANVILLE PITC Module III: Learning and Development $12.00 for full Module NO WALK-INS!

5 MARCH Brain Development (check-in 6:15) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm 2 Hours Danville Area Community College 2000 E. Main (Lincoln Hall/Copper Penny Room) Go in main entrance of Vermilion Hall, down hall and past elevator down left stairs.

26 MARCH Discoveries of Infancy (check-in 6:15) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm 2 Hours

2 APRIL Language Development (check-in 6:15) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm 2 Hours

9 APRIL Special Needs (check-in 6:15) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm 2 Hours

DANVILLE PITC Module IV: Culture, Famiy and Providers $12.00 for full Module NO WALK-INS!

16 APRIL Harmonizing Cultural Diversity for Sensitive Infant Care (check-in 6:15) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm 2 Hours

Danville Area Community College 2000 E. Main (Lincoln Hall/Copper Penny Room) Go in main entrance of Vermilion Hall, down hall and past elevator down left stairs.

23 APRIL Responding to Families in Culturally Sensitive Ways (check-in 6:15) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm 2 Hours

30 APRIL Working with the Feelings of Parents and Caregivers (check-in 6:15) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm 2 Hours

7 MAY Acknowledge, Ask, Adapt (check-in 6:15) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm 2 Hours

Module III: LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT. This module focuses on facilitating infants’ and toddler’s natural interest and urges them to learn through close and responsive relationships with infant/toddler care teachers. Learn how to interact with infants in ways that emotionally and intellectually support their discovery. Create interesting and developmentally appropriate environments that invited interaction. (CDA 2, 3, 4, 7, 8)

Module IV: CULTURE, FAMILY AND PROVIDERS. Creating a strong partnership between child care and families strengthens infants’ feelings that they are valued. Being able to communicate in an infant’s home language is important. Module IV offers support to infant/toddler care teachers in easing parents’ concerns about using infant care. Caregivers will explore their personal cultural expectations and how to negotiate respectfully with families when differences arise. (CDA 3, 4, 5, 6)

All PITC are Registry approved classes.

Sign up for complete module (4 classes). Sign up by February 18, 2013!

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Family child care providers Center staff Pre-K staff Head Start staff

Anyone interested in a career in early childhood education?

D Do you think you’re too busy to continue your education?

Let us show you the possibilities…ALL FOR FREE

College Round Up

Saturday, March 9, 2013

9:00 am to 3:00 pm (Agenda Below)

Hawthorne Suites 101 Trade Center Drive Champaign, Illinois

At the Round Up you can:

Talk with college representatives from 2-year and 4-year schools, and graduate schools

and get professional career-advising

Learn about online educational opportunities for non-traditional students

Apply for Gateway Programs ….

Learn about a variety of financial aid, plus get help filling out applications

All FREE at an easy ONE STOP event!

Morning Session (3 Training Hours)

8:30 – 9:00 am Check-in

9:00 am - 12:00 noon Presentations on State and Federal Financial Aid, Gateways Programs,

Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Certifications

12:00 – 12:30 pm Free Lunch (for those staying for the afternoon session ONLY)

Afternoon Session (No Training Hours)

12:30 – 3:30 pm Personal Consultation: Meet with representatives from the following schools & agencies Master’s Program: Erikson Institute

4 year programs: Eastern Illinois University, Millikin University, Kendall College, National-Louis University, Lincoln Christian University

2 year programs: Parkland College

Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) - financial aid

Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) - teacher certification questions

Gateways to Opportunity Programs…Help with Gateways Credentials - questions and applications Gateways Scholarship Program – questions and applications Great START wage supplement program – questions and applications Professional Development Advisors – career advising Gateways Statewide Registry – questions & applications

Department of Children and Family Services, Licensing

Early Childhood Parenting Collaborative

Network with other professionals in Early Care & ECE

Questions? Please call CCRS at (217) 333-3252, option 3 or (800) 325-5516, option 3

To register, fill out the ROUND UP registration form inserted in this newsletter.

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East Central Illinois Association

or the Education of Young Children

April 13, 2013 8:00 am to 8:30 am

Registration 8:30 am – 1:30 pm

Carle Forum 611 W. Park Street, Urbana

Storytime Secrets Join children’s librarians Stephanie Edwards and Betsy Shea from the Champaign Public Library, as they share some of their favorite books, songs, and resources.

PDF Available Ooze and Goos Join Rhonda Costa, Assistant Director of the Caring Place in Urbana, and enjoy hands—on sensory play for all ages. The title says it all!

Challenging those Challenging Behaviors Presenter: Tanya Blackshear, Early Childhood Educational Consultant Challenging behavior in itself is a challenge to manage and is enough to make the best of early childhood professionals see birds fly in circles over their heads! Now, add the expectation of needing to be “creative”, “calm” and “one-step-ahead of the child”, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for how to grow gray hair by age 30! Come and be a part of a fun and funny creative workshop that is informative and creative by combining compassionate confrontation with problem-solving so that you will be empowered to manage the most difficult of challenging behaviors while communicating respect for the child and yourself.

Games for All Ages:

Inside and Out Presenter: Barb Schuldt, Infant-Toddlers Specialist, CCRS Play is simultaneously a source of relaxation and stimulation for the brain and body. A sure (and fun) way to develop your imagination, creativity, problem-solving abilities, and mental health is to play games. This workshop will give you new game ideas for children ages 0 to 100, as well as bring back memories of games you once played!

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This interactive seminar covers the many issues that managers of Early Care and Education programs face during the course of a career. As with many industries, there are aspects of legal exposure, threats of litigation, and the need to protect our own organization that remain ever-present. The purpose of this presentation is to alert you to appropriate practices, useful resources, and current trends in our field that will assist you in managing your program(s). Please note that this is Management Training and is not designed to provide actual specific legal advice. Some of the topics that will be covered include:

Personnel Issues Serving Children with Special Needs Legal Interviewing Problem Employees,

Malpractice Child Pick-up Protocol Custody Issues Cell Phones

Babysitting as a Second Job More!

You will increase your overall knowledge, and take home new resources, and know where to go for answers.

Bob Siegel

Lunch Included

Friday, April 24, 2013 University of Illinois Extension Office 801 N. Country Fair Drive Champaign, IL Presented by: Bob Siegel

Bob Siegel is in his fourth decade in the child care business. Currently, he is the National Director of Easter Seals Children’s Services with over 100 sites around the country. In addition, he is the President of his own training and consulting company, Partners in Professional Development. Bob has worked as a preschool teacher, long-time child care director, graduate school teacher, children’s museum director and ECE management consultant and trainer. Currently, he serves on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Child Care Professionals and as the Board President of the Early Care and Education Consortium. As a national expert, he often provides training and consultation in the areas of inclusion, staff development and supervision, and the business aspects of the child care industry.

Fee: $60.00

Make checks

payable to:

ECIAEYC

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Child Care Resource Service University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 905 South Goodwin 314 Bevier Hall Urbana, IL 61801

Technical Assistance, Child Care Referrals and Child Care Assistance Program (217) 333-3252 within Champaign County (800) 325-5516 Toll-free

Visit the CCRS website on the Web at http://ccrs.illinois.edu or email us at [email protected]

Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage

PAID Champaign, IL

Permit #75

Child care resource and referral services for parents, child care providers, and employers of Champaign, Douglas, Iroquois, Macon, Piatt, and Vermilion counties.

A program of the Department of Human and Community Development and University of Illinois Extension and the Illinois Department of Human Services

TRAINING PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES

LATE ARRIVALS – A fifteen (15) minute “ Grace Period” will be given at all training sessions. This grace

period begins at the advertised start time. Participants will not be allowed in the training after the 15 minute grace period. EARLY DEPARTURES – To receive a training certificate, participants must stay until the trainer is finished.

Please be courteous of association meetings which may follow the session.

PARTICIPANTS MUST RESPECT THE LEARNING SPACE OF ALL. Participant behavior that is disruptive to other participants will not be tolerated. The individuals will be given the choice to stop the behavior or leave the training session. OUR WORKSHOPS ARE FOR ADULTS. Children are not to be in attendance at training sessions (unless specifically invited as a part of the training). REGISTRATION WHEN PAYMENT REQUIRED: PAYMENT (check, money order, or cash) for those events which are not free

must be received in our office with a registration form by noon on the business day before the event, unless otherwise advertised or approved by a CCRS training staff member. Also, payment must be received before registration for an event occurs (unless pre-arranged or approved by a training staff member).


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