Dear Friends of Young Children: Children’s Home + Aid Child Care Resource + Referral Program has many services to help you in your journey of being a quality provider who offers the BEST to children and families. The work of Early Childhood Education is constantly evolving and so are the needs of our providers! With the constant updates of the new IDHS training requirements, for those providers receiving CCAP we have restructured the calendar to best suits your needs. You will find an insert located within this calendar to provide easy access to the required IDHS/CCAP Trainings. The trainings are categorized by Regional Trainings. We offer many face-to-face opportunities to complete the IDHS/CCAP trainings. The IDHS/CCAP trainings are also available online at: courses.inccrra.com Please contact us directly for questions related to trainings! Sincerely, Patsy Mason, M.A.Ed. & Melissa Stengel, B.S.Ed. Training Coordinators & Technical Assistance Advisors

In This Issue

CCR+R Training Policies P. 2

IDHS/CCAP Training Requirements (Yellow Insert)

Regional Training

Calendar P. 3 – 10

CCR+R Information P. 11

Support Groups P. 12

Registration Form P. 13 – 14

Spring Conference

P. 15

Counties Served: Bond, Clinton, Madison,

Monroe, Randolph, St. Clair and Washington

January – June 2018

Training Calendar

CCR+R training policies

The following training policies apply to all Children’s Home + Aid Child Care Resource + Referral Program sponsored workshops

and conferences:

A. Registration

Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first served basis.

A registration form with payment (check, money order, or cash) must be received in advance by the CCR+R

Staff person to confirm your participation in any training or conference opportunities. No telephone or fax

registrations will be accepted for a registration with a fee.

Registration payment is non-refundable once registration has been processed.

The Children’s Home + Aid CCR+R Program reserves the right to cancel a training due to low registration. If

training is cancelled and not rescheduled your registration fee will be refunded in the form of a credit.

Children’s Home + Aid must have minimum of 10 participants registered to hold training.

Due to the high interest of certain trainings, the Children’s Home + Aid CCR+R Program may need to limit the

number of participants from a child care program to 3 individuals per program.

If you are unable to attend a training you have registered for, please contact our office to cancel at, 1-800

467-9200, ext. 104. If the cancellation is placed 7 or more days prior to the scheduled date, registration fee will

be refunded in the form of a credit.

A postcard will be sent to you by the Children’s Home + Aid CCR+R Program to confirm your registration.

Participants will be called if a training they are registering for is full. If training must be rescheduled,

canceled, or moved, participants will receive an automated phone call and e-mail notifying them of the change.

All registered participants will receive an automated “reminder call” prior to the training they registered for.

B. Training Participant

Late Arrivals- A fifteen (15) minute Grace period will be given at all training sessions. This grace period ends

15 minutes after at the advertised start time. Participants will not be allowed into the training after the 15-

minute grace period has ended.

Early departures- To receive a training certificate, participants must stay until the trainer is finished.

Walk-in participants are allowed to enroll in training, with the required fee, if the maximum number of

participants has not been met. Walk-in participants will be taken on a first come, first serve basis.

NOTE: If the maximum number of participants has been met through mail registrations and all participants have

not arrived, the walk-in registrants may participate in the training until the 15-minute grace period has passed.

At the end of the grace period, if there is a no-show participant, the walk-in may pay and take the no-show

participants place.

Pre-registration fees are non-refundable for no-show registrants. Registrants will not be charged or billed

additional fees for non-attendance after the training has occurred. Participants who are a no show may register,

as long as they follow other training policies and procedures, will not be denied access to future trainings.

In fairness to all participants, children and/or unpaid guests may not attend any training.

It is prohibited for participants to solicit materials or services at any Children’s Home + Aid event.

C. Certificates and DTP Transcripts

Replacement certificates must be issued at the request of an individual participant. Certificates are only to

be released to the individual who participated at the training.

Participants who need a transcript of past trainings will be directed to access their Gateways to Opportunity

Professional Development Record.

Every effort is always made to ensure quality presenters. Any statement, fact or opinion expressed by the presenters are their

own and do not necessarily reflect the philosophy or viewpoint of the Children’s Home + Aid CCR+R Program.

For more information on these policies please contact Patsy Mason, 1-800-467-9200, ext. 113 & Melissa Stengel at 1-800-467-

9200, ext. 116.

For the complete training policies visit our website www.childrenshomeandaid.org/ccrrsouthern and click training calendar.

Updated: December 2017

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Training Calendar

| January + February |

January 20 | Pyramid Model Creating a Win-Win: A Team Approach to Strengthening Young Children’s Social

and Emotional Skills| 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Southwestern Illinois College Main Complex Room BCMC 1410, 2500 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221

Interested in a calmer learning environment filled with supported, engaged children? Learn more about the relationship

between challenging behavior and social emotional development in young children and the role of your own attitude

about challenging behavior. Gather tips and tricks on building important relationships with children, families, and

coworkers as well as, designing an effective preschool environment. Need help with transitions? Learn more about

developing consistent schedules and routines to assist in structuring transitions. Finally, guidance is provided for use of

ongoing monitoring and positive attention to support children’s social/emotional behavior. Fill your toolbox today! A

team of teacher(s) and administrator (s) welcome.

Trainer: Patsy Mason, ITN Trainer | Fee: Free | DCFS Hours: 5.5 | CDA Content Area: 2, 3 |

January 27 | Welcoming Each And Every Child| 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Southwestern Illinois College, Main Complex Room BCMC 1411, 2500 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221

This training provides information on caring for children with special needs in typical child care settings. The training helps increase the knowledge and comfort level of participants to enhance their ability to care for young children with disabilities in early childhood environments. Adaptations and modifications that will assist all children to participate in activities will be discussed. This meets the DCFS requirement for early childhood providers in special care inclusion training. Trainer: Patsy Mason, ITN Trainer | Fee: $15.00 | DCFS Hours: 7.5 | CDA Content Area: 8 | Lunch not provided.

January 30 | Sensory Needs: Behavior as a Form of Communication | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Chestnut Health Systems, 12 N 64th St, Belleville, IL 62223

We will explore the sensory systems, reflect on our own sensory needs, and learn how children’s behaviors can provide us

with information about their sensory needs. Looking specifically at sensory, we will discuss how to identify possible

needs, provide supportive strategies with sensory solutions for the classroom, and when to reach out to other resources

for additional support.

Trainer: Kelly Johnson, Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant | Fee: $10.00 | DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 3|

February 3 | Introduction to the Environment Rating Scales (ERS) | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Kaleidoscope of Kids, 109 United Dr., Collinsville, IL 62234

This training is for center-based programs and family child care providers and offers an overview of the Environment Rating Scales. The Environment Rating Scales are user-friendly assessment tools that measure the quality of learning environment for infants through school-age children. After completing this training, participants will be able to use the tool(s) for program self-assessment and improvement planning. Trainer: Patsy Mason, ITN Trainer | Fee: $10.00|DCFS Hours: 4 | CDA Content Area: 5 |

February 6 | ExceleRate Illinois Orientation for Licensed Family Child Care | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Central Christian Church, 1420 Illini Drive, O’Fallon, IL 62269

ExceleRate Illinois is the quality rating and improvement system for licensed family child care, licensed child care

centers, Head Start, and Preschool for All programs. This orientation provides family child care providers an overview of

the goals, quality indicators, benefits of participation, application process, and the system supports available for success

at reaching each Circle of Quality.

Trainer: Aimee Hart, Quality Specialist | Fee: FREE | DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 5 |

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| February|

February 10 | American Red Cross CPR and First Aid | 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 601 James R. Thompson Blvd., Bldg. E, E. St. Louis, IL 62201

This training gives individuals in the workplace the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, recognize, and provide

basic care for injuries and sudden illness until advanced medical personnel arrive. Lunch not Provided

Trainer: Ron Streiler, American Red Cross Instructor | Fee: $50.00 | DCFS Hours: 6 |

February 13| ExceleRate Illinois Orientation for Child Care Centers | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Central Christian Church, 1420 Illini Drive, O’Fallon, IL 62269

ExceleRate Illinois is the new quality rating and improvement system for licensed child care centers, Head Start, and

Preschool for All programs. This orientation provides child care centers an overview of the goals, quality indicators,

benefits of participation, application process, and the system supports available for success at reaching each Circle of

Quality.

Trainer: Aimee Hart, Quality Specialist | Fee: FREE | DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 5 |

February 15| Guiding Preschoolers to Engage in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math |

6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 120 E. A. St. Belleville, IL 62220

This training will provide educators with knowledge and skills to help them plan activities within the classroom centers

that enhances children to learn and become engaged in using STEM skills. Participants will learn how STEM was developed

over time and what research has said about development. All participants will receive hands-on experiences to take back

to their classrooms and begin implementing. Participants will also be working in small groups during this training to

overcome their fear of science, math, and technology.

Trainer: Pam Adams, Professional Development Advisor | Fee: $5.00 | DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 2 |

February 17 | From The Inside Out: Making the Most of Meetings| 8:00a.m. – 3:30p.m.

Location: Southwestern Illinois College, Main Complex Room BCMC 1411, 2500 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221

Meetings are the glue that holds early childhood organizations together. Skill in facilitating meetings is essential for

effective program management. Filled with practical tips and techniques to help you lead more engaging and productive

meetings, Making the Most of Meetings will help you: * Craft a well-designed agenda * Engage participants * Solve

problems * Make action plans that get implemented * Build a productive team * Increase the shared commitment to your

center's goals. Lunch not Provided

ECE Credential - ½ of a point (7.5 clock hours) in Personal and Professional Development OR Illinois Director Credential - ½ of a point (7.5 clock hours) Leadership and Advocacy Trainer: Patsy Mason, ITN Trainer | Fee: $15.00 | DCFS Hours: 7.5 | CDA Content Area: 5, 6 |

February 27 | Understanding Trauma and Its Impact on Children | 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Location: Chestnut Health Systems, 12 N 64th St., Belleville, IL 62223 What is childhood trauma and how can it affect a child’s development and behavior? What are the signs to help us identify

trauma experiences and strategies to provide support to both the child and their family? These topics will be explored as

well as how to take care of ourselves when caring for children with a trauma background.

Trainer: Kelly Johnson, Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant | Fee: $10.00 | DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 3|

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| March|

March 3 | Circle of Influence: Implementing Shared Decision Making and Participative Management|

8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location: Southwestern Illinois College, Main Complex Room BCMC 1410, 2500 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221

As the director of an early childhood program, you are in a unique position to influence the decision-making policies and

practices at your center. In this training, you'll learn that participative management is both a philosophy and a set of

behaviors that define your interactions with people. You'll explore techniques for managing the daily business of your

center by involving others in critical decisions affecting their professional fulfillment. If you want to empower your staff

and make them vital partners in achieving center wide goals, then this training is for you. Lunch not Provided.

ECE Credential - ½ of a point (7.5 clock hours) in Personal and Professional Development OR Illinois Director Credential - ½ of a point (7.5 clock hours) Human Resources Development Trainer: Patsy Mason, ITN Trainer | Fee: $15.00 | DCFS Hours: 7.5 | CDA Content Area: 5, 6 |

March 14 | Conversations On Quality: Collaboration | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 120 E. A St, Belleville, IL 62220 Designed for Center Administrators: Join other Directors to think about the many hats you wear. It may be difficult to think about yourself! Together, we will consider the roles you play both professionally and personally, along with ways to still find time for you! Trainer: Heidi Elliott, Provider Services Coordinator & Melissa Stengel, Training Coordinator& Technical Assistance Advisor | Fee: Free| DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 5, 6 |

March 17 | Program for Infant Toddler Care – Module 1 | 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Southwestern Illinois College, Main Complex Room BCMC 1410, 2500 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221

Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC) is designed to help child care directors and infant/toddler care teachers become

sensitive to infants' cues, connect with their family and culture, and develop responsive, relationship-based care. This

training takes an in-depth look at cognitive and social-emotional development, encouraging growth within daily routines

and tips on setting up appropriate environments for experienced infant and toddler professionals. Lunch Not Provided.

Trainer: Jamie Nichols, Infant Toddler Specialist | Fee: $15.00 | DCFS Hours: 8 | CDA Content Area: 3, 4, 6, 7, 8 |

March 20 | Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Questions & Answers | 6:30p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 601 James R. Thompson Blvd. Bldg. E, East St. Louis, IL 62201

The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) has many different policies. Discussions will include how you can maximize your CCAP reimbursements and better understand some of the commonly unknown aspects of the CCAP program such as grace periods, medical/maternity leave and study time. Also, when and why change of information is needed and should be reported. Come join this discussion so we can support you and answer your questions. This discussion will be facilitated by the CCAP Coordinators and/or Manager. This does NOT meet the “What is CCAP” training requirement. Trainer: Suzi Kollmann, Child Care Assistance Program| Fee: Free| DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 5, 6 |

March 27| Identifying & Referring Young Children with Developmental Differences & Delays |6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 2133 Johnson Road, Granite City, IL 62040 Designed for Early Childhood Administrators. As an early childhood professional, you have an important relationship with families. Let’s explore your role in ensuring that families who have an infant or toddler with developmental concerns and/or disabilities know about the IL Child & Family Connections Early Intervention Program. This workshop will include an overview of Child Find and the Early Intervention process from referral to transitioning out of the program by the age of three. Trainer: Lynn Barts, Early Intervention Consultant| Fee: $5.00| DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 5, 6 |

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| March + April |

March 29 | Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect: Relationship Based and Reflective Practice |6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Chestnut Health Systems, 12 N 64th St, Belleville, IL 62223

This training provides opportunities to discuss the research and conceptual base of the PCAN and reflective practice; to

address the complex issues involved in building effective partnerships with parents; to consider the impact of culture

on child-rearing practices; and to get hands-on experience in implementing best practice when it involves children and

families.

Trainer: Kelly Johnson, Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant| Fee: $10.00 | DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area:

3, 4 |

March 31 | Program for Infant Toddler Care – Module 2 | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Southwestern Illinois College, Main Complex Room 1410, 2500 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221

This training explores primary care giving, continuity of care and small groups, care giving routines as opportunities for

learning, and how to be intentional in supporting development through environment planning. Lunch not Provided.

Trainer: Jamie Nichols, ITN Trainer | Fee: $15.00 | DCFS Hours: 8 | CDA Content Area: 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 |

April 7 | Early Childhood Developmental Screening | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 2133 Johnson Rd. Granite City, IL 62040

The process of developmental screening in the early childhood setting is introduced to practitioners. A review of

several commercial screening tools is discussed to provide child care practitioners options in monitoring a child’s

typical development. Lunch not Provided.

Trainer: Lynn Barts, Early Childhood Consultant | Fee: $15.00 | DCFS Hours: 7.5 | CDA Content Area: 3 |

April 14 | Program for Infant Toddler Care – Module 3 | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Southwestern Illinois College, Main Complex Room 1410, 2500 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221

Designed for all providers who care for birth to 3 year olds. This training, through the Program for Infant-Toddler Care, takes an in-depth look at brain development, six discoveries of infancy, language development and communication, and special needs. Lunch not Provided. Trainer: Jamie Nichols, ITN Trainer | Fee: $15.00 | DCFS Hours: 8 | CDA Content Area: 3, 4, 5, 6 |

April 14 | American Red Cross CPR and First Aid | 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 2133 Johnson Road, Granite City, IL 62040

This training gives individuals in the workplace the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, recognize, and provide

basic care for injuries and sudden illness until advanced medical personnel arrive. Lunch not Provided

Trainer: Ron Streiler, American Red Cross Instructor | Fee: $50.00 | DCFS Hours: 6 |

April 14 | Fundamentals of Child Assessments| 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: 601 James R. Thompson Blvd., Bldg. E, East St. Louis IL, 62201

Participants will be introduced to the essentials and importance of conducting child assessments in early childhood

programs. Through discussion and group activities practitioners will learn the different types of assessments, why

assessments are needed, and how assessments are used to plan for children’s learning.

Trainer: Shameka Brown, ITN Trainer | Fee: $10.00 | DCFS Hours: 3 | CDA Content Area: 5 |

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| April |

April 17 | An Introduction To Transitions | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 2133 Johnson Road, Granite City, IL 62040

Participants will recognize the effects of various types of transitions – including activity, classroom, program, family and

community – on families and a child’s learning and development. Participants will be provided with strategies to assist

families in times of transition, as well as identify specific types of transitions that impact children and families.

Trainer: Lynn Barts, Professional Development Advisor | Fee: $10.00 | DCFS Hours: 3 | CDA Content Area: 3, 4, 5 |

April 17 |Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Questions & Answers | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 601 James R. Thompson Blvd., Bldg. E, East St. Louis, IL 62201 The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) has many different policies. Discussions will include how you can maximize your CCAP reimbursements and better understand some of the commonly unknown aspects of the CCAP program such as grace periods, medical/maternity leave and study time. Also, when and why change of information is needed and should be reported. Come join this discussion so we can support you and answer your questions. This discussion will be facilitated by the CCAP Coordinators and/or Manager. This does NOT meet the “What is CCAP” training requirement. Trainer: Suzi Kollmann, Child Care Assistance Program | Fee: Free| DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 5, 6 |

April 21 |An Introduction to the Environment Rating Scales (ERS) | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Kaleidoscope of Kids, 109 United Dr., Collinsville, IL 62234

This training is for center-based programs and family child care providers and offers an overview of the Environment Rating Scales. The Environment Rating Scales are user-friendly assessment tools that measure the quality of learning environment for infants through school-age children. After completing this training, participants will be able to use the tool(s) for program self-assessment and improvement planning. Trainer: Patsy Mason, ITN Trainer | Fee: $10.00 |DCFS Hours: 4 | CDA Content Area: 5 |

April 26 | Sensory Needs: Behavior as a Form of Communication | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Chestnut Health Systems, 12 N 64th St, Belleville, IL 62223

We will explore the sensory systems, reflect on our own sensory needs, and learn how children’s behaviors can provide us

with information about their sensory needs. Looking specifically at sensory, we will discuss how to identify possible needs,

provide supportive strategies with sensory solutions for the classroom, and when to reach out to other resources for

additional support.

Trainer: Kelly Johnson, Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant | Fee: $10.00 | DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 3|

April 28 | We Choose Health | 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid 601 James R. Thompson Blvd., Bldg. E, East St. Louis, IL 62201

The We Choose Health training series offers child care providers instruction in using The Nutrition and Physical Activity

Self-Assessment Child Care (NAP SACC) assessment tool to inform and implement program improvement in child care

settings. The NAP SACC program is a research-tested intervention designed to enhance policies, practices and

environments in child care improving: Nutritional quality of food served, amount and quality of physical activity, staff-

child interactions, facility nutrition and physical activity policies and practices, and related environmental characteristics.

Trainer: Shameka Brown, ITN Trainer | Fee: Free | DCFS Hours: 8 | CDA Content Area: 1 |Lunch not Provided

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| April + May |

April 28 | Program for Infant Toddler Care – Module 4 | 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Southwestern Illinois College, Room BCMC 1410, 2500 Carlyle Ave., Belleville, IL 62221

Program for Infant Toddler Care is designed to help child care directors and infant/toddler care teachers become

sensitive to infants' cues, connect with their family and culture, and develop responsive, relationship-based care. This

training takes an in-depth look at cognitive and social-emotional development, encouraging growth within daily

routines, and tips on setting up appropriate environments for experienced infant and toddler professionals.

Lunch Not Provided

Trainer: Jamie Nichols, Infant Toddler Specialist | Fee: $15.00 | DCFS Hours: 8 | CDA Content Area: 3, 4, 5, 6 |

May 5 | Welcoming Each And Every Child| 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 601 James R. Thompson Blvd., Bldg. E, East St. Louis, IL 62201

This training provides information on caring for children with special needs in typical child care settings. The training

helps increase the knowledge and comfort level of participants to enhance their ability to care for young children with

disabilities in early childhood environments. Adaptations and modifications that will assist all children to participate in

activities will be discussed. This meets the DCFS requirement for early childhood providers in special care inclusion

training. Lunch not provided.

Trainer: Patsy Mason, ITN Trainer | Fee: $15.00 | DCFS Hours: 7.5 | CDA Content Area: 8 |

May 15 | Powerful Interactions II | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Kreative Kids Learning Center, 121 W. Elm St., Alton, IL 62002

What do you need to know to be an effective early childhood teacher? Teachers need many types of knowledge about

including: children’s development, content they’re teaching, effective teaching practices, needs and abilities of the

children in their classrooms, and about themselves. In this course we’ll focus on knowledge about children’s

development and spend time focused on specific types of classroom interactions that promote learning & development.

Trainer: Patsy Mason, ITN Trainer | Fee: $10.00 | DCFS Hours: 3 | CDA Content Area: 1 |

May 19 | The Right Fit: Recruiting, Selecting, and Orienting Staff | 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location: Southwestern Illinois College, Main Complex Room 1410, 2500 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221

Well-trained and experienced staff is the key to early childhood program quality and healthy child development. Yet,

every director knows that finding those teachers is a huge challenge. Skills in recruitment, interviewing, screening,

selecting, and orienting new teachers are ones that every director needs. This training breaks down the recruitment,

selection, and orientation processes into manageable components and suggests practical and effective techniques

to help you find teachers with the right fit for your program’s particular needs. Lunch not Provided.

ECE Credential - ½ of a point (7.5 clock hours) in Personal and Professional Development OR Illinois Director Credential - ½ of a point (7.5 clock hours) Human Resources Development Trainer: Patsy Mason, ITN Trainer | Fee: $10.00 | DCFS Hours: 7.5 | CDA Content Area: 5 |

May 22 | Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Questions & Answers | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 601 James R. Thompson Blvd., Bldg. E, East St. Louis, IL 62201 The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) has many different policies. Discussions will include how you can maximize your CCAP reimbursements and better understand some of the commonly unknown aspects of the CCAP program such as grace periods, medical/maternity leave, and study time. Also, when and why change of information is needed and should be reported. Come join this discussion so we can support you and answer your questions. This discussion will be facilitated by the CCAP Coordinators and/or Manager. This does NOT meet the “What is CCAP” training requirement. Trainer: Suzi Kollmann, Child Care Assistance Program| Fee: Free| DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 5, 6 |

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| May + June |

May 23 | Conversations On Quality: Collaboration | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 120 E A St, Belleville, IL 62220 Designed for Center Administrators; Join other Directors to think about the many hats you wear. It may be difficult to think about yourself! Together, we will consider the roles you play both professionally and personally, along with ways to still find time for you! Trainer: Heidi Elliott, Provider Services & Melissa Stengel, Training Coordinator & Technical Assistance Advisor | Fee: Free | DCFS Hours: 2 | CDA Content Area: 5, 6 |

May 31 | Understanding Trauma and Its Impact on Children | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Chestnut Health Systems, 12 N. 64th St., Belleville, IL 62223

What is childhood trauma and how can it affect a child’s development and behavior? What are signs to help identify

trauma experiences and strategies to provide support to both the child and their family? These topics will be explored

as well as how to take care of ourselves when caring for children with a trauma background.

Trainer: Kelly Johnson, Mental Health Consultant | Fee: $10.00 | DCFS Hours: 3 | CDA Content Area: 3|

June 2 | Basic of Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Practice | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 120 E. A St, Belleville, IL 62220

In this training, participants will learn about the complexities of culture and how culture influences interactions with

families and others. Each participant will learn about their own cultural competence, and have the opportunity to develop

skills and strategies to increase their competence in interacting with others. Strategies supporting linguistic competency

will also be introduced.

Trainer: Shameka Brown, ITN Trainer | Fee: $10.00 | DCFS Hours: 3 | CDA Content Area: 4, 6 |

June 2 | American Red Cross CPR and First Aid | 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 2133 Johnson Road, Granite City, IL 62040

This training gives individuals in the workplace the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, recognize, and provide

basic care for injuries and sudden illness until advanced medical personnel arrive. Lunch not Provided.

Trainer: Ron Streiler, American Red Cross Instructor | Fee: $50.00 | DCFS Hours: 6 |

June 21 | Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect: Relationship Based and Reflective Organizations |

6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Chestnut Health Systems, 12 N 64th St., Belleville, IL 62223

FOR CENTER DIRECTORS ONLY. This session will help Directors reflect on their program’s strengths and challenges in

their current use of relationship-based and reflective work strategies. Together, we will have the opportunity to look

more deeply at skills that are valuable in building effective relationships with both staff and families.

Trainer: Kelly Johnson, Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant | Fee: $10.00 | DCFS Hours: 3 | CDA Content Area: 3|

June 23 & 30 | Creative Curriculum for Infant, Toddlers & Twos | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Children’s Home + Aid, 601 James R. Thompson Blvd., Building E, East St. Louis, IL 62201

This hands-on session guides teachers and caregivers through every component of the expanded Creative Curriculum for

Infants, Toddlers & Twos, and a research-based, comprehensive curriculum that focuses on building warm, nurturing

relationships with the youngest learners and intentionally promoting their development and learning in all areas.

Participants first explore the three curriculum volumes to plan and implement meaningful routines and intentional

experiences for all the children in a language-rich environment. To strengthen assessment skills, teachers will use Volume

3: Objectives for Develop & Learning, Birth through Third Grade to practice documenting their observations of young

children and to plan for and scaffold their learning. MUST ATTEND BOTH SESSIONS.

Lunch not Provided

Trainer: Shameka Brown, ITN Trainer | Fee: $20.00 | DCFS Hours: 12 | CDA Content Area: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 |

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Quality Improvement Stipend and Accreditation & Individual Professional Funds

Illinois is committed to assisting child care providers in providing quality education and care for young children (birth

through 12 years). One way to do that is with the Quality Improvement (QI) Funds. The QI Funds have been developed

and are offered through the child care resource and referral agencies to assist and support programs that are choosing

to work towards / maintain an ExceleRate™ IL Circle of Quality. Children’s Home + Aid Child Care Resource + Referral

Program currently has funding available for:

ExceleRate™ IL training stipends

Accreditation Assistance

Based on available funding, Children’s Home + Aid CCR+R Program is offering funds to assist individual pursuit of

professional development in early care and education and school-age care. Funds are provided by the Illinois

Department of Human Services (IDHS).

Individual registration fees associated with conferences/workshops not required by ExceleRate Illinois.

The conference/workshop must be off-site from your place of employment and must be related to early care and education, school-age care or child care administration/management

Fees associated with webinars/online training that is Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Registry-approved

Travel/Transportation cost

Lodging cost

Costs associated with Gateways credentials including CDA costs

Visit our website for applications & more information at www.childrenshomeandaid.org/ccrrsouthern or contact Pam

Adams at 800-467-9200, Ext. 180

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Has your program information changed? Do you have rate or vacancy updates?

Please contact Saundra at 800-467-9200, Ext. 390 or Holly at Ext. 109!

Are you a child care center or family child care provider in Madison County? Have you considered doing

evening/weekend care? We need you! Contact Shari at 800-467-9200, Ext. 124 for more information!

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Children’s Home + Aid Closings:

New Year’s Day Monday, January 1, 2018 Martin Luther King’s Birthday Monday, January 15, 2018

President’s Day Monday, February 19, 2018 Memorial Day Monday, May 28, 2018

Independence Day Wednesday, July 4, 2018 Labor Day Monday, September 3, 2018

Veteran’s Day Monday, November 12, 2018 Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 22, & 23, 2018

Agency Floating Holiday Monday, December 24 & 25, 2018

Visit us Online Visit us on Facebook Visit us on Pinterest

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CCR+R Information

CCR+R Staff 800-467-9200

Director of Early Childhood Services: Janice Moenster, Ext. 335

CCR+ R Supervisor: Elaine Rodgers, Ext. 134

Program Secretary: Jennifer Ryan, Ext. 104

Infant Toddler and Quality Specialist: Kate Garrett, Ext. 112

Recruitment and Retention Specialist: Shari Schweppe-Streiler, Ext. 124

Professional Development Advisor: Pam Adams, Ext. 180

Quality Specialist: Tracey Stanton, Ext. 126

Quality Specialist: Aimee Hart, Ext. 125

Training Coordinator & Technical Assistance Advisor: Patsy Mason, Ext. 113

Training Coordinator & Technical Assistance Advisor: Melissa Stengel, Ext. 116

Parent Referral and Data Specialist: Saundra Irish, Ext. 390

Data and Parent Referral Specialist: Holly Tallman, Ext. 109

License Exempt Monitor Coordinator: Ashley Veteto, Ext. 139

Provider Services Coordinator: Heidi Elliott, Ext. 119

support groups

Title Date/Time/Location Description Contact

Metro East Home Child Care Association

(MEHCCA)

6:00p.m.

4th Thursday of the month

Our Lord’s Lutheran Church 150 Wilma Dr.

(Rt. 159) Maryville, IL 62062

This early childhood group focuses on the concerns and issues of providers

who do child care in their home. Come and join us

for some great networking and refreshments.

Susan Schwandner sschwandner@yahoo.com

St. Clair County Family Child Care Association

6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

3rd Tuesday of the month

Fairview Heights Public Library

10017 Bunkum Road Fairview Heights, IL

62208

Join this group of family child care providers to increase networking

opportunities with other providers. This group will explore various training

topics, professional development

opportunities, & strategies to improve business &

outreach.

Rubye Riggins 618-660-8550

rubyesplayplace@yahoo.com

PEP – Providers Empowering Providers

6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

3rd Thursday of the month

Power of Change Christian Church 610 Range Lane

Cahokia, IL 62206

Open to both family child care providers and center directors. Our goal is to

educate, train, and support other providers

because we are all in this together.

Lashonda Bonner 618-606-6005

or Tawana Ivory 618-406-6036

Southern Illinois Early Childhood Action Team

9:30 a.m.

2nd Thursday of the month

Rend Lake Marketplace (South Building)

321 Potomac Blvd Mt Vernon, IL 62864

Early childhood educators meet to discuss current state and federal issues,

share resources and become educated on

various topics.

Jill Andrews 618-847-7102

Greater East St. Louis Early Learning

Partnership

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

601 James R. Thompson Blvd., Building E

East St. Louis, IL 62201

“All Of Our Kids Network” Community stakeholders

meet to provide resources for children and families.

Lessie Bates Davis

Neighborhood House

Brenda Crisp 618-874-6505

ELP: Co-Chair Patsy Mason 618-971-2068

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Children’s Home + Aid Child Care Resource + Referral

January – June 2018 Registration Form

Name Daytime Phone_____________________

Job Title: FCC Owner FCC Staff Teacher Assistant Teacher Center Director Asst. Director Other

Center: E-mail_______________________________

Address: This address is: Home Work City/Zip/State: County:

Number of years in your current position: Less than 6 mos. 6 - 12 mos. 1-3 yrs. More than 3 yrs.

Ages of children you personally provide care for: (FCC – check all ages that applies: Center – check primary age you serve only)

Infant Toddler Two’s Pre-school School-age N/A

Do you currently serve families on the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)? yes no

Is your program licensed by DCFS? Yes No

Please fill out ONE registration form per person. Make checks/money orders payable to Children’s Home + Aid

mark

- x

Date Training Registration Deadline

Fee

January 20, 2018 Pyramid Model Creating a Win-Win: A Team Approach to

Strengthening Young Children’s Social and Emotional Skills January 18 Free

January 27, 2018 Welcoming Each And Every Child January 19 $15.00

January 30, 2018 Sensory Processing January 25 $15.00

February 3, 2018 Introduction To The Environment Rating Scale January 27 $10.00

February 6, 2018 Excelerate Illinois Orientation for Licensed Family Child Care

Centers February 1 $10.00

February 10, 2018 American Red Cross CPR + First Aid February 5 $50.00

February 13, 2018 ExceleRate Illinois Orientation for Child Care Centers February 8 Free

February 15, 2018 Guiding Preschoolers to Engage in STEM February 10 $5.00

February 17, 2018 From the Inside Out: Making the Most Out of Meetings February 12 $15.00

February 27, 2018 Understanding Trauma and Its Impact on Children February 22 $10.00

March 3, 2018 Circle of Influence: Implementing Shared Decision Making and

Participative Management February 26 $15.00

March 14, 2018 Conversations On Quality: Collaboration March 9 Free

March 17, 2018 Program for Infant Toddler Care-Module 1 March 12 $15.00

March 20, 2018 Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Questions and Answers March 15 Free

March 27, 2018 Identifying & Referring Young Children with Developmental

Differences & Delays March 22 $5.00

March 29, 2018 Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect: Relationship Based and

Reflective Practice March 24 $10.00

March 31, 2018 Program for Infant Toddler Care-Module 2 March 16 $15.00

April 7, 2018 Early Childhood Developmental Screening April 2 $15.00

April 14, 2018 American Red Cross CPR/First Aid April 9 $50.00

April 14, 2018 Program for Infant Toddler Care-Module 3 April 9 $15.00

April 14, 2018 Fundamentals of Child Assessments April 9 $10.00

April 17, 2018 An Introduction To Transitions April 12 $10.00

April 17, 2018 Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Questions and Answers April 12 Free

Return completed form to: Children’s Home + Aid

CCR+R Program 2133 Johnson Rd.

Granite City, IL 62040

April 21, 2018 Introduction to the Environment Rating Scale April 16 $10.00

April 26, 2018 Sensory Needs: Behavior as a Form of Communication April 21 $10.00

April 28, 2018 We Choose Health April 23 Free

April 28, 2018 Program for Infant Toddler Care-Module 4 April 23 $15.00

May 5, 2018 Welcoming Each and Every Child April 27 $15.00

May 15, 2018 Powerful Interactions II May 10 $10.00

May 19, 2018 The Right Fit: Recruiting, Selecting, and Orienting Staff May 14 $10.00

May 22, 2018 Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Questions and Answers May 17 Free

May 23, 2018 Conversations On Quality: Collaboration May 18 Free

May 31, 2018 Understanding Trauma and Its Impact on Children May 26 $10.00

June 2, 2018 Basic of Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Practice May 28 $10.00

June 2, 2018 American Red Cross CPR/First Aid May 28 $50.00

June 21, 2018 Prevent Child Abuse & Neglect: Relationship Based and

Reflective Organization June 14 $10.00

June 23 & 30, 2018 Creative Curriculum for Infant,Toddlers & Twos June 14 $20.00

Please Note: Any check returned for insufficient funds will be subject to a $25.00 processing

fee.

TOTAL

ENCLOSED

$_________

Strengthening The Foundations of Interactions Spring Conference

8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: TBD

Come join us on Saturday, March 10, 2018, for the Spring Conference!

We are excited to bring Jill McFarren Aviles from Virginia to share her

expertise on intentional interactions between providers and young

children, with an emphasis on infant and toddler settings. Additionally,

we are planning 6-8 breakout sessions that will cover a range of topics

from curriculum, staff orientation, and STEM activities. Please save the

date and join us as we explore the possibilities of interactions between

providers and young children!

More details to follow!!!!!

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Children’s Home + Aid

2133 Johnson Road

Granite City, IL 62040

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