Community Sharingfor Healthy Caring

A RegionalEarly Childhood

ConferenceSaturday, November 11, 2017

7:15 am to 4:30 pmHowell High School Campus

1200 W. Grand River • Howell, Michigan 48843

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lCelebrating 27 years of Early Childhood Learningin partnership with the Kellogg Family Foundation

9:45 – 9:55 PM.................................................................................................Break9:55 – 11:15 AM .........................................................................................Session I11:15 – 11:50 AM .........................................................................................Lunch I11:50 – 12:25 PM .........................................................................................Lunch II12:25 – 1:25 PM..........................................................................Afternoon Keynote

The Conference At-A-Glance7:15 – 8:15 AM ....................................................... Registration & SCECH Sign In 8:15 – 8:25 AM .............................................................................Welcome Address8:25 – 9:45 AM .............................................................................. Keynote Address

Early Childhood Professionals: The Heroes of Our Time

Richard Cohen, M.A.This powerful, fun, thought-provoking keynote address includes music, opportunities for reflection, interactive discussions with the audience about the stresses and triumphs of the early childhood teacher/caregiver, singing, poetry and (believe it or not) dancing in the aisles! Audiences come away cheering, energized and filled with honor for the unique contribution they are to society.

Zen and the Art of Early Childhood Education

Richard Cohen, M.A.Many of us think of “early childhood” as more than a stage of development or a career choice. Join Richard as he shares his story and elicits the stories of his audience mem-bers. Laugh, cry and cheer as we reflect together on why we chose play, why we choose anti-bias work and why we choose to give young children meaningful learning experi-ences. What does it mean to place ourselves in positions of service? How do we balance our humanity and professionalism in an ever-changing world? How are we community builders? Get ready for a keynote that will provoke your thinking, engage your emo-tions and nourish your spirit! Richard Cohen, M.A. has proudly been an early childhood professional for thirty years. For the last twenty years, Richard has traveled the world as a motivational speaker/instructor, facilitating fun, innovative, thought-provoking, interac-tive adult learning experiences for communities of early childhood teachers, administra-tors, caregivers and parents. Currently Richard is a full-time professor of Early Care and Learning at St. Louis Community College in Ferguson, Missouri. In the positions he de-scribes as “the best jobs of my life,” Richard has been an infant teacher, a toddler teacher, a preschool teacher, a kindergarten teacher and a center director! Richard received his Masters Degree in Human Development from the world-renowned early childhood insti-tution of higher education, Pacific Oaks College. He is an active member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the International Play Association (IPA).

1:25 – 1:35 PM.................................................................................................Break1:35 – 2:55 PM...........................................................................................Session II2:55 – 3:10 PM.................................................................................................Break3:10 – 4:30 PM......................................................................................... Session III

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JoAnn Cook, Child Connect for Family SuccessLori Gnegy, LESA-Early Childhood ProgramsPeggy Hall, Child Connect for Family SuccessCathy Hengesbaugh, Howell Public Schools, Facility ChairpersonLisa Jurczak, Child Connect for Family SuccessBecky Price, Child Connect for Family Success

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• Participants earn 6 clock hours of training, Earn 6 SCECH (State Continuing Education Clock Hours) if approved. See last page of brochure for details. SCECHs made available at no charge as a service of LESA.

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Prizes include:• $500 Cash• Amazon Echo• Fitbit Fitness WristbandJust include $5.00 for a raffle ticket or $12.00 for 3 raffle tickets with your conference registration fee. The tickets you purchase will be given to you with your registration packet at the conference. Extra tickets can also be purchased “day of” conference. Prizes would make great holiday gifts!You can also phone Child Connect for Family Success at 517-548-9112 to purchase tickets prior to the conference and up until the drawing at 9:30 A.M. on December 12, 2017. You need not be pres-ent to win. Winners will be notified by phone and posted on our website at www.childconnectmi.org

Exciting Raffle Opportunity!

The conference workshops have been designed to appeal to many different groups. Each workshop is coded as listed below to indicate targeted area. N=New Workshop R=Repeat Workshop from Previous Year

(A)Advocacy (ADMIN) Administrative (B)Business (CC)Child Care (CD)Child Development

(IT)Infant Toddler (M)Medical (PE)Parent Education

(PS)Preschool (PR)Prevention (SA)School Age

A Word of Explanation

Session I ~ 9:55 - 11:15 am1 Drums Alive - Cardio Drumming, The Benefits in Early Childhood Education N(CD)

An Interactive workshop designed to show educators a new way to promote health and wellness in the classroom! Drumming has many positive side effects that can change the flow of your classroom environment. Drumming increases memory and attention, reduces challenging behavoirs and stress levels, improve immune functions, teaches rhythm, steady beat, and melody. It is fun for everyone, while improving the functions of the mind and body.Lyndsey Fregonara, Early Childhood Music and Movement Specialist-Certified Drums Alive Instructor, Music with Ms. Carissa

2 Science Time R(CC/SA)You don’t have to be a scientist to do or have science in your classroom. Learn how to incorporate science into all areas of the classroom. Explore this “hands-on” workshop that contains easy and inexpensive science experiments, science activities and science table top props that you can do with children from two years old through one hundred plus years old.Sherry Ann Wolfer, Early Childhood Consultant

3 Intentional Spaces: Putting your Third Teacher to Work N(CD)Discuss how we use observations to create an intentional environment promoting independent and individualized learning, while brainstorming how to be more intentional in your environment.Allison Horne, Head Teacher, Gretchen’s HouseJessica Crider, Toddler Teacher, Gretchen’s House

4 Creating a Culture of Caring: Teaching Empathy, Respect and Responsibility N(CC/CD/SA)Just like the ABC’s and 123’s, empathy, respect and responsibility must be taught. Join in a discussion about the many ways skills are taught throughout the day in order to create a classroom culture of caring.Kathleen Walters, Field Instructor, Lansing Community CollegeLea Cummins, Teacher, Spartan Child Development Center

5 Building Positive Pathways R(SA/PR)Build positive pathways by creating connections within your school family. Walk away with ideas you can use that will build problem solvers, self regulation and an environment that fosters social & emotional development.Diana Keefe, Principal, Ferndale Lower Elementary SchoolHeather Pirronello, Kindergarten Teacher, Ferndale Lower Elementary School

6 What Do YOU Want to Know About Autism? N(PR)Bring your questions, thoughts and open mind in preparation for an honest, practical conversation about autism with Tracey Cohen, author of Six Word Lessons on Female Asperger Syndrome.Tracey Cohen, Author

7 Supporting Challenging Behaviors N(CC/CD/IT)A session focused on supporting challenging behaviors through experiences, coaching and a focus on the environment.Dayle McLeod, Head Infant Toddler Teacher, Gretchen’s House, Early LCCStephanie O’Hara, Head Infant Toddler Teacher, Gretchen’s House, Early LCC

8 Classical Moves: Support Learning & Listening N(CD)Classical music provides creative opportunities to hear great works of music, stomp like dinosaurs, ride horses, toss snowballs, play baseball, take the A-Train and more. Sample simple, engaging activities for transitions, or anytime throughout your day.Gari Stein, Early Childhood Music & Play Specialist

9 Including All: Creating a Welcoming Classroom N(C/CD)Learn strategies for teaching targeted social skills, arranging the physical environment, and adapting instruction to create a welcoming learning climate for diverse children of various abilitiesSally Mowers, Head Teacher/Academic Specialist, MSU Child Development LaboratoriesAshley Mowers, Teacher, MSU Child Development Laboratories

10 Grandparents as Partners in the Classroom N(A)Seniors have a wealth of knowledge to share. Learn how to incorporate grandparent/senior volunteers into your pro-gram and gain valuable opportunities for intergenerational relationships.Judith Mirabelli-Migaldi, Lead Teacher, The Peoples Church Preschool

11 Sticks, Rocks, and Mud, oh no! N(SA/CD)Nature materials can be terrifying, but we will discuss how to embrace them in and out of your classroom. We will also talk about the benefits of nature for children.Melissa Joling, Teacher, Towsley Children’s HouseHeather Cole, Teacher, Towsley Children’s House

12 “Beyond the Birds and Bees” -Talking to teens about love, dating, and relationships presented by the ON FIRE Team R(PE/PR)

Talking about relationships doesn’t have to be intimidating or boring. With humor and insight, the ON FIRE present-ers speak to thousands of area teens every year. This session is designed for parents, teachers, and youth workers. ON FIRE speakers will demonstrate their techniques for discussing intimate issues and maintaining open communication about tough topics.Rebecca L. Dilworth, Speaker/Program CoordinatorShari Boley, Executive Director, Pregnancy Help Clinic

13 Uke-ing It Up With Puppets N(CC/CD/ADMIN/SA/PE)Bring your favorite puppet and uke. (If you have one or can beg, borrow or steal) for this hands-on workshop to explore classroom activities utilizing these effective teaching tools. You will leave with song chords to familiar songs as well as ideas to put into place on Monday morning.Patricia Kjolhede, Musician/Early Childhood Specialist, Tunes and Tales by Tricia

14 Safe Food = Healthy Kids N(CC/M)Do you know that 1 and 6 people get food poisoning annually and that infant/toddlers are among the most at risk? Learn what you need to do to reduce foodborne illness in children you care for.Lisa Treiber, Extension Educator, MSULaurie Messing, Extension Educator, MSUEileen Haraminac, Extension Educator, MSUKara Lynch, Extension Educator, MSU

15 Teacher Talk Advantage - Early Childhood N(CC/CD)Learn immediately effective phrases to reduce power struggles, “Helplessness”, and to encourage children to persist to find their own positive solutions. Used successfully in Montessori environments! Trainers are certified in The Teacher Talk Advantage system.Sue Fitzpatrick, Parent Support and Community Outreach Coordinator, Public Policy Advocate for Michigan Mon-tessori SocietyHeidi Gauger, Montessori Teacher, CDA Instructor, President Montessori Society

16 Montessori Language: A Phonetic Approach N(PS)Phonetic, hands-on and carefully sequenced, Montessori Language materials are extremely cohesive, comprehensive and inclusive. They entice children to embrace learning, leading them step by step to an explosion into reading.Sue Cherry, Directress, Maple Tree Montessori AcademyJulie Harrison, Directress, Maple Tree Montessori Academy

17 Planning and Recall Made Easy! N(CC/CD/IT/SA)Looking for fresh new ideas for planning and recall? Look no further, walk away with ideas you can immediately implement in the classroom. We will even do a make and take!Candice Smith, GSRP Lead Teacher, Dearborn Public Schools

18 Becoming a Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Program N(IT)Learn steps to establish policies and procedures to become a breastfeeding friendly child care program: Includes staff training, establishing a supportive environment, resources, and involving children.Sally Adler, ECE Instructor, Washtenaw Community College

19 Using Toys in the Infant Toddler Classroom N(IT)Deepen the understanding of how to support Infant/Toddler development and learning. Compare and contrast differ-ent viewpoints on fidget toys, explore different DIY toys to use in the learning environment, and understand where children are at developmentally. Leave feeling refreshed!Jen Rainey, Infant/ Toddler Specialist, Great Start to Quality, NW RC

20 Riding the Emotional Roller Coaster with Toddlers and Preschoolers N(PS/CC/B/IT)Help support Toddlers and Preschoolers develop skills to negotiate conflicts. Gain strategies for acknowledging feel-ings and understanding on how children express emotion.Christiana McKiddie, Director, Gretchen’s HouseMarie Gaab, Preschool Master Teacher, Gretchen’s House

21 Hands on Math for Young Children N(SA)Learn hands-on activities that help young children understand mathematical concepts without relying on worksheets and calculating. Use these engaging activities to let children have fun and learn math at the same time!Marta Larson, STEM Consultant

22 Creative Ways to Keep Your Child Healthy N(CC/M)With childhood obesity and diabetes rising at alarming rates, learn not only why nutrition is the answer, but more impor-tantly how to do it in a way that leaves no one feeling deprived. Suggestions for making healthy snacks and treats that you and your children will love and be excited about. Hands on ideas that kids can make too! Recipe book included.Roberta Bailey, Wellness Educator, Juice Plus

23 Getting Muddy and Messy with Infants and Toddlers N(IT)Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, explore ways to incorporate nature into your daily rhythm. Learn ways to honor every type of learning space while allowing for children to engage in meaningful invitations.Mary Clipner, Mentor Teacher, Green Apple Garden Playschools

24 School’s out, now what? Activities for school-age children N(SA)Learn ways to keep school age children’s interest while also teaching them valuable life skills all the while having fun. Working with school age can and should be fun everyday for kids as well as the staff caring for them!Dietrich White, Director, Kiddie Time Childcare Center

25 3 Tips to Stop Brain Dead Syndrome: Building a Healthy Brain N(PR)Learn how sleep, nutrition and exercise increase our productivity and happiness. Learn the newest techniques for ac-celerated learning, relationship enhancement and stress/trauma resolutions. Become emotionally and physically fit!Gloria J. Sherman, M.Ed., LPC, Parenting and Teaching with G.L.O., LLC

26 Power of Puppets N(CC/CD/IT/PE)This fun and interactive training will look at the benefits of providing puppets in the home or classroom. From lead-ing circle time, to being scattered around the room, to individual learning opportunities, they are a valuable often underused, tool. In addition, they are inexpensive and easy to make.Tracy Trautner, Educator, MSU Extension

27 Building Confidence through Autonomy and Practical Life Skills N(CD/IT/SA/PE)There are many benefits to building autonomy and independence into a child’s routine such as a sense of accomplish-ment and competence leading to confidence and self. Discussion on the importance of practical life skills in develop-ing self-worth.Ashley Beier, Mentor Teacher, Green Apple Garden Playschool

28 Helping Children Integrate Loss Through Storytelling N(CC/CD/IT/SA/M/PR)Learn about children’s developmental responses to grief, how to apply storytelling to help children integrate loss, and how to access local and national grief support resources for the children and families you serve.Suzanne Bayer, LLC, Teaching Children’s Grief Support, Educator

29 Mandated Reporter Training R(P)Participants will learn who is required to report suspicions of child abuse, what must be reported, when and where to report, what ‘reasonable suspicion’ means, protection for reporters, and the consequences for failure to report.David Morse, Retired Livingston County Prosecutor

30 A Bunch of Monkeys N(PE)Positive strategies for guiding positive behaviors and dealing with negative behaviors.Richard Cohen, M.A.; Keynote Conference Speaker

31 Integrating Nutrition and Wellness Education in Your Early Childhood Classroom N(CD, PS)Nutrition and Wellness Education is an important part of the battle against obesity. This session will provide you with activities with the goal of improving nutrition and increasing physical activity.Faith Grinder, Childcraft and Sportime Early Childhood Presenter

Session II ~ 1:35 - 2:55 pm32 Brain Games with Bags and Balls R(CD)

Learn how to integrate your brain with Bal-A-Vis-X, a program that utilizes rhythmic balance, auditory, and visual exercises, using sandbags and racquetballs. Great for kids from 3 to 103!Katy Held, Educational Kinesiologist, Learning From the Heart

33 T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship 101: Financing Your Future With T.E.A.C.H. N(ADMIN/B/IT/PS)T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Michigan provides scholarships for child care providers and teachers to complete early childhood education coursework at participating community colleges and universities. Learn how you and/or your staff can take advantage of this program.Jennifer Davis, Scholarship Counselor , MiAEYC

34 Engaging in Healthy Physical and Emotional Relationships in the Classroom Part I N(CD)Discuss how to support children emotionally and manage undesirable behavior while modeling appropriate physical interactions in the classroom. Explore ways to apply these strategies when engaging with young children. Part 1 of 2 - Must sign up for Part 2 - See Session #59Allison Horne, Head Teacher, Gretchen’s HouseKia Johnson, Preschool Teacher, Gretchen’s House

35 Family and Community Engagement N(ADMIN/B/CC/CD)Establish meaningful components of family dynamics. Establish positive relationships with families in order to build effective partnerships. Identify strategies to communicate effectively with families verbally and in writing. Identify vari-ables that serve as barriers to building effective relationships with families as well as processes to address those barriers.Jewel Davis, Educational Consultant, Educational Training Solutions LLCSalahuddin Ali, Educational Technology Specialist, Educational Training Solutions LLC

36 Reading and The Young Child R(CD/IT/PE)How does a child become a reader beginning with birth? What developmental factors influence a reader and what activities can be done with young children to help them become readers?Christine Turnbow, Center Director, Sylvan Learning Center

37 Stick Chick: Changing Behavior N(ADMIN/B/CC/CD/IT/SA/PE/PR)Ever wondered WHY people act the way they do? Or, HOW can you change their behavior? Once you understand this simple graphic you will finally understand yourself, your friends & family, co-workers, and children and be able to change their behaviors! It’s science, not magic-and you CAN learn it!Michelle Burkhard, Owner, Grow By One, LLC

38 Promoting Language and Literacy Among Preschoolers N(PS)Providing quality literacy experiences enhances a child’s language and sets them up for future success in kindergar-ten. Learn strategies to promote literacy among preschoolers through a variety of different means. Carolyn Miller, Site Director, U of M FlintAngela Sintery, Co-lead Teacher, U of M Flint

39 Experience with nature and outdoor play enhances social and emotional development in children Part I R(A/CC/CD/IT/SA/PE)

Human and nature are inseparable. Being away from nature brings distress in life. Our lives are more sedentary than before and away from nature. We need to save our children from developing Nature Deficit Disorder. Part 1 of 2 - Must sign up for Part 2 -See session # 62Seema Ibrahim, At Momms Child Care Consultancy Consultant, PD Specialist, Early Intervention and Education Specialist

40 Music That The Seasons Bring: Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring N(CD)Sun shines, leaves change, snow falls, buds bloom, filling children with wonder. Welcome and celebrate the seasons with finger plays, songs, simple activities for creative movement, instruments, story books, art, and more.Gari Stein, Early Childhood Music & Play Specialist, Music for Little Folks

41 Messy can be fun! Messy Art, Science, and Exploration Every Day! N(CC/CD/IT/SA/PE)Have you ever seen a child walk right through a mud puddle? How about using hands, fingers and toes when the paint brush doesn’t work? Pouring, scooping, dumping, squishing; kids love to get into things and try it out and it seems the messier the better! Let’s join them!! After a little group discussion we’ll get our fingers into some new and fun activities. Please bring an open mind, your stories and questions to share with the class! Shannon Brown, Child Care Professional

42 Exploring the Project Approach R(CD)Join us in interactive, hands on experiences and engaging conversations about the Project Approach. Explore docu-mentation and learn how in-depth investigations with young children can lead to meaningful classroom experiences.Melissa Joling, Teacher, Towsley Children’s HouseHeather Cole, Teacher, Towsley Children’s House

43 Injury Prevention in Child Care Settings N(CC/IT/SA/M/PR)A brand new, interactive curriculum from the American Academy of Pediatrics taught by a pediatric ER physician: Learn about playground, transportation, helmet, burn, and medication safety strategies tailored for child care settings.Andrew Hashikawa, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, U of M - Michigan Medicine

44 Open Ended Music Games N(CD)Open Ended Music Activities can make every teacher feel more musical. Every student will be more involved with each activity as the ideas come from them. Opening up traditional songs you already use, use simple props, learn about music’s natural opposites.Beverly Meyer, Owner/Performer, The Music Lady

45 Teacher Talk Advantage - Part 1 -School Age N(CC/CD/SA)Learn immediately effective phrases to reduce power struggles, “Helplessness”, and to encourage children to persist to find their own positive solutions. Used successfully in Montessori environments! Trainers are certified in The Teacher Talk Advantage system. Part 1 of 2 - Must sign up for Part 2 -See session #71Sue Fitzpatrick, Parent Support and Community Outreach Coordinator, Public Policy Advocate for Michigan Mon-tessori SocietyHeidi Gauger, Montessori Teacher, CDA Instructor, President Montessori Society

46 Under Construction, The Piajet Classroom at Work N(CD)After a review of Paget’s cognitive stages of development, we will discuss how theory drives best practices and how to incorporate active, developmentally appropriate learning in the early childhood classroomMichelle Smith, Early Head Start Teacher, Starfish Family Services

47 Words in our Environment N(CC/CD/IT/PE)In this workshop we will explore various scenarios where literacy happens naturally in our environment. We will also focus on symbols and logo reading. This workshop will focus on emergent literacy.Sheri Moore, Early Learning Community Instructor, OFSMargaret Sclesky, Early Learning Community Instructor/Parent Facilitator

48 Raising Praise Junkies: When Good Job Isn’t Good Enough R (CD)“Do you like my painting? Join us in this interactive workshop about praising young children. Learn appropriate ways to give young children positive feedback while boosting confidence in the classroom.Kellie Chestler-Root, Teacher, U of M Ann ArborAmanda Mathews, Teacher, U of M Ann Arbor

49 Positive Guidance with Infants & Toddlers N(A/IT/PR)Join us as we talk about our own experiences in the classroom with positive guidance, how we shape our environment to be a “yes” environment and how we avoid power struggles.Olivia Wendorf, Toddler Teacher, Early Learning Children’s Community Buffy Clements, Toddler Teacher, Early Learning Children’s Community

50 More than Deep Breaths: Mindfulness as an Early Childhood Educator N(CC/IT/SA)Working with young children is beautiful but exhausting work. Early educators share so much of themselves, and often the daily pressure can take a toll. Come learn about how to develop mindfulness in your daily routine and find ways to incorporate self-care so that you can be the best you can be with your children and team members!Bethany Foote, Assistant Director, Peoples Church Preschool

51 Healthier Child Care Environments/Pick Eaters N(CC)This make and take session will show you how to make your child care a healthier environment as well as giving some tips and lessons around helping with picky eaters.Shelley Frazier, Extension Program Instructor, MSU Extension

52 Teaching Nutrition…A Hands-on Approach…Gardening in the Classroom N(CC/B/CD/IT/SA) Be ignited by the development of in-home garden lessons. Our goal is teach educators and parents how to teach children of all ages the importance of nutrition and health through gardening in the classroom while growing their own food.Terry Elenga, Child Educator and Health Advocate, Small Business Owner

53 The Barcelona Experiment: Teaching Social/Emotional Skills First N(CD)A month long experiment in implementing social emotional skills for all children. The focus is on communication, development of social competence, empowerment, self-esteem, sense of purpose, empathy and gratitude. Learn resources on ways to utilize this information in your home or classroom immediately.Gloria J. Sherman, M.Ed., LPC, Parenting and Teaching with G.L.O., LLC

54 Five Financial Basics to Making Better Money Decisions R(B/ADMIN)Learn five basic principles on how to make better decisions regarding Good Debt vs Bad Debt, Mortgage Elimination vs Payment Management, and investing for a Balanced Future. Receive a complimentary Financial Needs analysis upon request.Michael Martindale, Owner

55 Uke Can Make Music R(PS/SA)Introduction to playing the ukulele and how to personalize songs to enhance your learning environment. No previous experience necessary. Ukes will be available for you to try.Evie Boss, Educational Consultant

56 Life in Colors - Personality Typing Made Easy N(CC/B/ADMIN/IT/SA/PE/PR)An introduction to personality typing using 4 “color types” to promote understanding of children and family members and positive relationships. Based on the book Life in Colors by George Boelcke.Staci Haarer, Educational Consultant & Team Leader, Usborne Books & More

57 Development of Self-Control N(CD/IT)Learn more about the four developmental stages of self-control and what you can do to support infants, toddlers and preschoolers as they develop self-control. Discuss developmentally normal behaviors that can be challenging and what you can do to support the children in your classroom.Carrie Shrier, Extension Educator, MSU

58 Stewards of Children R(P)Stewards of Children is an evidence-based workshop that uses video workbook, and facilitated discussion to teach adults how to prevent, recognize, and respond to child sexual abuse. Part 1 of 2 - Must sign up for Part 2 - See session #86Deanna Norris, LACASA Community Engagement Director, authorized Stewards of Children facilitatorSue Rubin, CAP Council Educator, authorized Stewards of Children facilitator

Session III ~ 3:10 - 4:30 pm59 Engaging in Healthy Physical and Emotional Relationships in the Classroom Part II N(CD)

Discuss how to support children emotionally and manage undesirable behavior while modeling appropriate physical interactions in the classroom. Explore ways to apply these strategies when engaging with young children. Part 2 of 2 - Must sign up for Part 1 - See Session #34Allison Horne, Head Teacher, Gretchen’s HouseKia Johnson, Preschool Teacher, Gretchen’s House

60 The Reflective Leader: Winning At Work & Home N(ADMIN/B)Developing reflective skills leverages your effectiveness in all areas of life, especially leadership. This session will break down how to do that in easy steps. Watch your LIFE change before your eyes! Great stories & examples you won’t forget!Michelle Burkhard, Owner, Grow By 1, LLC

61 Supporting Children with Biting and Other Challenging Behaviors N(CD)The toddler years are filled with aggressive behaviors as children learn to communicate with others in the learning environment. Explore teaching practices, social-emotional development, and helping children establish positive relationships.Carolyn Miller, Site Director, U of M FlintDiana Hensley, Lead Teacher, U of M Flint

62 Experience with nature and outdoor play enhances social and emotional development in children Part II R(A/CC/CD/IT/SA/PE)

Human and nature are inseparable. Being away from nature brings distress in life. Our lives are more sedentary than before and away from nature. We need to save our children from developing Nature Deficit Disorder. Part 2 of 2 - Must sign up for Part I. See Session #39Seema Ibrahim, At Momms Child Care Consultancy Consultant, PD Specialist, Early Intervention and Education Specialist

63 Birds and Fish and Cows: Oh My! N(CD)Children love creatures large and small. Sample numerous songs and movement activities from birdies in their nests to monkeys sitting in chairs. Enhance learning, listening and brain development in the most fun way.Gari Stein, Early Childhood Music & Play Specialist

64 What Are We Looking At? Exploring Visual Literacy in the Early Childhood Classroom N(CD)

Through active participation, this intro to visual literacy will explore ideas for helping children both create and com-prehend images and enable you to guide your students to “read” pictures and create visual stories as well!Stephanie Kammeraad, Author and Educator, Cooperfly Creative ArtsKevin Kammeraad, Author, Artist, Performer, Cooperfly Creative Arts

65 Uke Can Make Music 2 N(PS)For those who own a ukulele, know some basic chords, and want to learn some more songs and techniques. Bring your uke!Evie Boss, Educational Consultant

66 Math: Easy as 1-2-3, or is it?? N(CD/IT)Children perform math skills every day, and it does not always involve counting! This workshop will give you con-crete experiences for children, older infants through preschool age, and provide the adults with a better understanding of what math looks like in an early childhood environment.Jill Tarrant, EHS-CCP Supervisor, CACS Head Start and Early Childhood Programs

67 Let’s PLAY with Literacy N(CD)Join us to play with literacy! Explore literacy skills that can be easily adapted into your classroom, and discuss activi-ties that have and have not worked for you.Melissa Joling, Teacher, Towsley Children’s HouseHeather Cole, Teacher, Towsley Children’s House

68 Managing Infectious Diseases in Early Learning Settings N(CC/IT/SA/M/PR)An interactive lecture by a Pediatrician and American Academy of Pediatrics Child Care Expert. We discuss child care infections and why vaccines are so important (fact/fiction). Interactive discussion.Andrew Hashikawa, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, U of M - Michigan Medicine

69 Big Words, Big Thoughts, Little Body! Recognizing and meeting needs of young gifted R (CD)A young child talking like an adult, yet crying the next moment? Deep/unusual questions? Are they gifted or unique? Learn about children who remember everything, experience emotional extremes and sensitivity. Lots of teacher/parent helps.Lynn Pomerleau, Educational Consultant, M.Ed., Michigan Assoc. for Gifted Children (MAGC)Lorna Burke, MA-GT, ED. Specialist, Michigan Assoc. for Gifted Children (MAGC)

70 Make Yourself More Musical N(CD)Learn trade secrets to make YOU more musical. We all have a heartbeat to guide us to find rhythm and pattern in ev-eryday things. We all have voices that can sing and grab children’s attention and keep it. We all have bodies to move to encourage kids to stir their creativity. Find your hidden musician and you’ll find a path to joy!Beverly Meyer, Owner/Performer, The Music Lady

71 Teacher Talk Advantage - Part 2 -School Age N(CC/CD/SA)Learn immediately effective phrases to reduce power struggles, “Helplessness”, and to encourage children to persist to find their own positive solutions. Used successfully in Montessori environments! Trainers are certified in The Teacher Talk Advantage system. Part 2 of 2 - Must sign up for Part 1 - See Session #45Sue Fitzpatrick, Parent Support and Community Outreach Coordinator, Public Policy Advocate for Michigan Mon-tessori SocietyHeidi Gauger, Montessori Teacher, CDA Instructor, President Montessori Society

72 A Peaceful Classroom? Is it Possible?! N(CD/PR)Tips and tricks to help children who struggle with self-regulation to be able to successfully engage in classroom activities; creating an environment to support all children in having a positive preschool experience.Liz Powers, Lead Preschool Teacher, U of M, Towsley Children’s HouseKorinn Kulinski, Lead Preschool Teacher, U of M, Towsley Children’s House

73 What Does Your Environment Do For You and Your Students? N(CD)We all know the importance of a good first impression when others walk into our classrooms BUT what does your environment convey? How does it influence the children in your classroom?Denise C. Swanson, GSRP Lead Teacher,Fenton Area Public Schools

74 Exposing Children to Nature R (CD)Tired of only using plastic toys? Want children to explore the wonder of nature throughout their day? Join us to discover ways to incorporate natural materials in activities indoors and out.Kellie Chestler-Root, Teacher, U of M Ann ArborAmanda Mathews, Teacher, U of M Ann Arbor

75 Literacy for 2 1/2 -5 Year Olds N(CD)Understand how literacy is taught to young children: Explore songs, chants, rhymes; books and literacy bags; acting out stories, sign in ideas, and activities.Denise M. Pelky, Head Teacher, U of M, Towsley Children’s House Angelique Rudolph, Teacher, U of M, Towsley Children’s HouseKim Hull, Teacher, U of M, Towsley Children’s House

76 Mindfulness: Pursuit of Peace & Compassion in a World of Chaos & Violence N(A/PS/SA)Mindfulness is a process of WITNESSING change and newness. Everything is in a state of flux, changing rapidly. Mindfulness will help participants to develop techniques to capture moments of joy and harmony. I will facilitate and engage my students in finding alternatives, offer different perspectives, and explore new avenues by being more sensitive, more mindful, and less mechanical or robotic. Children are the best examples for adults to become innocent and spontaneous like them!Sat Paul Goyal, Teacher, Skyline High School

77 All Hands on Science: An Interactive Approach to Integrating Science Across the Curriculum in the Preschool Classroom N(PS/SA)

Learn a variety of ideas and activities for teachers to integrate science across the curriculum in the preschool classroom. The curriculum areas that will be covered include: Math, Creative Arts (Music and Art), Language Arts/Literacy and Social Studies.Deidre Wasson, Preschool Teacher, Bundles of Blessings Child Care, LLC

78 COMPOUNDING...How Simple Daily Habits Impact Your Business N(CC/B)Compounding... Understanding how simple daily tasks can influence your finances, business success and funding your retirement. Our goal is to help Small Business Owners to understand the “Power of Compounding” and how your finances can work for you!Terry Elenga, President ReZCom SW MI Networking Group and Life Agent

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State Continuing Education Clock Hours ~ To apply for the SCECH, indi-cate that on your registration form. You will need a valid e-mail address to keep and maintain SCECHs. At the conference you must sign in and fill out paperwork for the SCECH before the keynote session be-gins. You will be required to have the presenter’s initials for all sessions. If you do not have verification, arrive late, or leave the conference early, you will not receive the SCECH. No exceptions will be made.

For further information contact: (517)548-9112.

For overnight accommodations only please contact the following:• Livingston County Convention and

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79 Trauma’s Impact on Behavior and Learning N(PR)Neuroscience provides a comprehensive and sophisticated understanding of the impact of trauma on the developing brain. Learn about the ACE’s study, Adverse Childhood Experiences and ways one caring adult can have a positive impact on a child’s life. It could be YOU!Gloria J. Sherman, M.Ed., LPC, Parenting and Teaching with G.L.O., LLC

80 The Father Factor N(PE)Children with involved fathers perform better overall emotionally, socially, and academically than those without strong father-figures. Learn the importance of father engagement, barriers they encounter, and ways to build these men up.Matt Haviland, Parent Liaison, Great Start Parent Coalition of Kent County

81 Music Enrichment in the Pre-K Classroom: Mixing Creative and Interactive Technology and Multimedia with Traditional Methods N(A/CC/PS/CD/IT/SA/PE)

Explore the intersection of multimedia technology and traditional music teaching methods in the Pre-K classroom. Learn engaging and fun projects using websites, apps, video, and images for stimulating and impressive lessons.Dan Ripke, Owner/Teacher, Ripke Music Studio

82 Using the Five Love Languages of Children to Make More Meaningful Connections N(CC/SA/PE)

An interactive and engaging seminar where participants will understand Gary Chapman’s Five Love Languages, learn to identify their own special Love Language and then apply these principles to caring for the children they work with.Suzanne M. Gareiss, Faculty, Central Michigan University

83 Strenthening Families for Early Childhood Providers and Educators N (A/CC/ADMIN/SA/PR)

Learn to embed the 5 Protective Factors with the children and families in your care. Walk away with tools to promote a shift in mindset to support ALL children and families.Jennifer Rountree, Early Childhood Consultant

84 Positive Discipline R(CD)Helping young children learn self-control is important to their ability to be successful citizens now and in the future. This workshop helps adults learn how their role in creating appropriate environments and experiences can strengthen that development.Carrie Shrier, Extension Educator, MSU

85 Fun with Food! N(CC/CD/IT/SA)If you can mix and measure, you can have fun with food in your classroom or home! Leave with inspiration, book-themed ideas for Toddlers to Tweens, and a tasty treat! No culinary skills required!Rebekah Hudzik-Gordon,Youth Services Librarian, Cromaine District Library

86 Stewards of Children R(P)Stewards of Children is an evidence-based workshop that uses video workbook, and facilitated discussion to teach adults how to prevent, recognize, and respond to child sexual abuse. Part 2 of 2 - Must sign up for Part 1 - See session # 58Deanna Norris, LACASA Community Engagement Director, authorized Stewards of Children facilitatorSue Rubin, CAP Council Educator, authorized Stewards of Children facilitator

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