Early Childhood Forum(1).
THE WESTBROOK EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL PRESENTS
THE EARLY CHILDHOOD COMMUNITY FORUM
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1st, 2017 4:45 PM-8 PM DAISY INGRAHAM ELEMENTARY 105 GOODSPEED DRIVE WESTBROOK, CT 06498 TO REGISTER: CONTACT ALYSSA LINDQUIST [email protected] (650) 315.0692
JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL EVENING!
COME, BRING A FRIEND, AND LEARN MORE ABOUT TOPICS THAT MATTER TO YOU. PARENTS, PROFESSIONALS, TEACHERS, CAREGIVERS, GRANDPARENTS THERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! CERTIFICATES OF ATTENDANCE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONALS
FREE CHILDCARE AT DAISY INGRAHAM DURING FORUM BRING YOUR KIDS TO THE FORUM AND DROP THEM OFF FOR A FUN FILLED NIGHT OF CRAFTS, GAMES AND PLAY. PLUS! SUSAN SCHUSTER, PT, DPT WILL BE PROVIDING A YOGA & MOVEMENT CLASS DURING THE FORUM FOR THE KIDS. PLUS! KIDSCAPADES, LLC. WILL BE PROVIDING A SENSORY CLASS! DINNER TO BE PROVIDED CAPACITY OF 25 CHILDREN. REGISTER EARLY.
Sponsored by: Middlesex United Way, Westbrook Early Childhood Council, Westbrook Public Schools, & in collaboration with community partners
SCHEDULE FOR FORUM NIGHT REGISTRATION: 4:45-5 PM KEYNOTE SPEAKER: 5-6 PM DINNER (OPEN SEATING): 6-6:45 PM BREAKOUT SESSIONS: 7-8 PM GIVEAWAYS DURING DINNER KIDSCAPADES, SPRING WELLNESS CENTER, WYFS, PASTA VITA, STORK EXCHANGE & A DAISY BOOK BASKET!
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: ALICIA FARRELL, Ph.D TRAUMA PROOFING: HOW TO NURTURE OUR CHILDREN'S GRIT, RESILIENCE, AND SELFCONFIDENCE We all want our children to be healthy and happy. Forming relationships, having discipline to accomplish goals and self-care is a good start. However, there will be times when life comes at our children hard and fast. How do we ensure that they have what it takes to create joy and happiness in the face of life's adversities? Come find out! Not only will you learn about how to nurture emotional strength in your children but you may even learn a little about your own self. It will be fun, interactive and very informative. PARTICIPANTS WILL: -Learn how to nurture grit and resilience in their children as a way to prevent trauma and build strength to carry them through life's adversities. -Learn positive parenting techniques that encourage children to be effective and independent problem solvers. -Learn the powerful relationship between thoughts, feelings and actions, and how you can use this knowledge to support your children's sense of self as a competent and capable human being.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 1) BUILDING RESILIENCY AND OTHER SECRETS TO REDUCING DISRUPTIVE CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR BARB BAYCROFT, LPC, EXPRESSIVE ARTS THERAPIST & PARENT COACH
We have become a culture focused on protecting our children from experiencing any discomfort that life can bring. In doing so we have left them woefully unprepared to deal with the stresses of life. The increase in the number of children diagnosed with an anxiety disorder makes it clear this is not working. We can’t protect our children from the realities of life but we can better prepare them by helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to face the challenges life as a human will bring. This is an interactive session so bring your greatest challenge/frustration! Participants will: -Learn how to use disruptive behavior as an opportunity to teach a skill and build resiliency in their students
2) SUPPORTING OUR DUAL LANGUAGE LEARNERS/ENGLISH LEARNERS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD JENN PERNAL, M.A. AND EMMA VOYTEK, M.S., CCC-SLP
This session will help educators and early childhood providers to develop an understanding of Dual Language Learners (DLLs)/English Learners (ELs). The information gathered from this presentation will lead to implementation of intentional instructional practices to best assist children in preschool through third grade who are DLLs/ELs. You will come away with resources, tools, and a new perspective of language acquisition, bilingualism, and cultural competency.
Participants will:
-Build shared understanding of the second language acquisition process and the benefits of bilingualism. -Develop an understanding of cultural competency. -Increase awareness of structures, standards-based resources, and tools used to engage diverse families and early childhood students.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 3) WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU SUSPECT DELAYS IN YOUR CHILD HEATHER HICKEIN CARTIER, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
This presentation is geared towards childcare providers and parents of young children who suspect delays in their child. We will discuss the referral and evaluation process of Birth to Three. If the child is older than 3 years, we will discuss the local preschool process of referral and evaluation. Participants will learn how to have difficult but crucial conversations, such as discussing suspected delays, with parents and caregivers. Time will be available for questions and case study. Participants will: -Know how to make a referral to Birth to Three or the local preschool for evaluation. -Know what to expect of a Birth to Three visit if a child is found eligible. We will discuss visits at home, in the community, and/or at childcare. -Feel more confident havinng difficult conversations with parents and providers when delays are suspected.
4) HOW TO TALK SO CHILDREN WILL LISTEN LINDA N. STUHLMAN, EARLY EDUCATION CONSULTANT
Communication is the primary way to get children to behave. Children do well at home and school when they have self control and are able to listen and follow directions. Children who learn listening skils are better at focusing and taking the perspective of others. Some children have social, emotional, physical or cognitive issues which interfere with listening. Participants will: -Learn how to set the environment for listening. -Gain tips on establishing rules and routine. -Recognize when a child has problems and learn about resources to help.
REGISTRATION FOR THE EARLY CHILDHOOD FORUM 2017
INDIVIDUAL: $25/PERSON, COUPLE DISCOUNT: $35/COUPLE, GROUP RATE: $20/PERSON *MUST REGISTER TOGETHER (FOR GROUP OF 3 OR MORE, PLEASE EACH FILL OUT A FORM) PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO "WESTBROOK GRANT ACCOUNT", AND SEND TO: WECC, DAISY INGRAHAM ELEMENTARY, 105 GOODSPEED DRIVE, WESTBROOK, CT 06498
REGISTER BY JANUARY, 16TH, 2017 TO ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A $25 GIFT CARD TO TARGET!
NAME:____________________________________ ___________________________________________ EMAIL:____________________________________ STREET ADDRESS: ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ PHONE:___________________________________
HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT US? PLEASE CHECK ONE. ___EMAIL ____ SOCIAL MEDIA ___FLYER ___NEWSPAPER ___ OTHER_______________ BREAKOUT SESSIONS: SELECT 1ST & 2ND CHOICES ______ ______ ______ ______
BUILDING RESILIENCY & REDUCING DISRUPTIVE CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR SUPPORTING OUR DUAL LANGUAGE LEARNERS/ENGLISH LEARNERS WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU SUSPECT DELAYS IN YOUR CHILD HOW TO TALK SO CHILDREN WILL LISTEN
FOR CHILDCARE REGISTRATION, PLEASE FILL OUT THE SPECIFIC CHILDCARE FORM.
REGISTRATION CLOSES JANUARY 25th, 2017.
CONTACT ALYSSA LINDQUIST, [email protected], or by phone at 650.315.0692, if you have any questions or have a request for financial scholarship. PLEASE, NO CASH. NO REFUNDS. SPECIAL THANKS TO: MIDDLESEX UNITED WAY, WESTBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS, & THE MANY PRESENTERS WHO VOLUNTEERED THEIR TIME & EXPERTISE TO HELP MAKE THIS FORUM A SUCCESS
CHILDCARE REGISTRATION FOR THE NIGHT OF FORUM, FEBRUARY 1ST, 2017 (SNOW DATE: FEBRUARY 8TH) AT DAISY INGRAHAM ELEMENTARY FROM 4:45-8 PM CAPACITY OF 25 CHILDREN. REGISTER EARLY.
I AM BRINGING ___________ CHILDREN FOR FREE CHILDCARE FUN. PLEASE TELL US ABOUT YOUR CHILD & ANY NEEDS THEY MAY HAVE BEHAVIORALLY, SOCIALLY, ETC. PLEASE BE SPECIFIC SO WE CAN STAFF APPROPRIATELY. CHILD NAME:____________________________________________________ & AGE: _________ ALLERGIES?_______________________ PICK UP TIME & BY WHOM:____________________ TELL US ABOUT YOUR CHILD: ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ CHILD NAME:____________________________________________________ & AGE: _________ ALLERGIES?_______________________ PICK UP TIME & BY WHOM:____________________ TELL US ABOUT YOUR CHILD: ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ CHILD NAME:____________________________________________________ & AGE: _________ ALLERGIES?_______________________ PICK UP TIME & BY WHOM:____________________ TELL US ABOUT YOUR CHILD: ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ **PLEASE USE BACK OF SHEET TO ADD MORE INFORMATION**
THE EARLY CHILDHOOD COMMUNITY FORUM
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1st, 2017 4:45 PM-8 PM DAISY INGRAHAM ELEMENTARY 105 GOODSPEED DRIVE WESTBROOK, CT 06498 TO REGISTER: CONTACT ALYSSA LINDQUIST [email protected] (650) 315.0692
JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL EVENING!
COME, BRING A FRIEND, AND LEARN MORE ABOUT TOPICS THAT MATTER TO YOU. PARENTS, PROFESSIONALS, TEACHERS, CAREGIVERS, GRANDPARENTS THERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! CERTIFICATES OF ATTENDANCE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONALS
FREE CHILDCARE AT DAISY INGRAHAM DURING FORUM BRING YOUR KIDS TO THE FORUM AND DROP THEM OFF FOR A FUN FILLED NIGHT OF CRAFTS, GAMES AND PLAY. PLUS! SUSAN SCHUSTER, PT, DPT WILL BE PROVIDING A YOGA & MOVEMENT CLASS DURING THE FORUM FOR THE KIDS. PLUS! KIDSCAPADES, LLC. WILL BE PROVIDING A SENSORY CLASS! DINNER TO BE PROVIDED CAPACITY OF 25 CHILDREN. REGISTER EARLY.
Sponsored by: Middlesex United Way, Westbrook Early Childhood Council, Westbrook Public Schools, & in collaboration with community partners
SCHEDULE FOR FORUM NIGHT REGISTRATION: 4:45-5 PM KEYNOTE SPEAKER: 5-6 PM DINNER (OPEN SEATING): 6-6:45 PM BREAKOUT SESSIONS: 7-8 PM GIVEAWAYS DURING DINNER KIDSCAPADES, SPRING WELLNESS CENTER, WYFS, PASTA VITA, STORK EXCHANGE & A DAISY BOOK BASKET!
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: ALICIA FARRELL, Ph.D TRAUMA PROOFING: HOW TO NURTURE OUR CHILDREN'S GRIT, RESILIENCE, AND SELFCONFIDENCE We all want our children to be healthy and happy. Forming relationships, having discipline to accomplish goals and self-care is a good start. However, there will be times when life comes at our children hard and fast. How do we ensure that they have what it takes to create joy and happiness in the face of life's adversities? Come find out! Not only will you learn about how to nurture emotional strength in your children but you may even learn a little about your own self. It will be fun, interactive and very informative. PARTICIPANTS WILL: -Learn how to nurture grit and resilience in their children as a way to prevent trauma and build strength to carry them through life's adversities. -Learn positive parenting techniques that encourage children to be effective and independent problem solvers. -Learn the powerful relationship between thoughts, feelings and actions, and how you can use this knowledge to support your children's sense of self as a competent and capable human being.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 1) BUILDING RESILIENCY AND OTHER SECRETS TO REDUCING DISRUPTIVE CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR BARB BAYCROFT, LPC, EXPRESSIVE ARTS THERAPIST & PARENT COACH
We have become a culture focused on protecting our children from experiencing any discomfort that life can bring. In doing so we have left them woefully unprepared to deal with the stresses of life. The increase in the number of children diagnosed with an anxiety disorder makes it clear this is not working. We can’t protect our children from the realities of life but we can better prepare them by helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to face the challenges life as a human will bring. This is an interactive session so bring your greatest challenge/frustration! Participants will: -Learn how to use disruptive behavior as an opportunity to teach a skill and build resiliency in their students
2) SUPPORTING OUR DUAL LANGUAGE LEARNERS/ENGLISH LEARNERS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD JENN PERNAL, M.A. AND EMMA VOYTEK, M.S., CCC-SLP
This session will help educators and early childhood providers to develop an understanding of Dual Language Learners (DLLs)/English Learners (ELs). The information gathered from this presentation will lead to implementation of intentional instructional practices to best assist children in preschool through third grade who are DLLs/ELs. You will come away with resources, tools, and a new perspective of language acquisition, bilingualism, and cultural competency.
Participants will:
-Build shared understanding of the second language acquisition process and the benefits of bilingualism. -Develop an understanding of cultural competency. -Increase awareness of structures, standards-based resources, and tools used to engage diverse families and early childhood students.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 3) WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU SUSPECT DELAYS IN YOUR CHILD HEATHER HICKEIN CARTIER, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
This presentation is geared towards childcare providers and parents of young children who suspect delays in their child. We will discuss the referral and evaluation process of Birth to Three. If the child is older than 3 years, we will discuss the local preschool process of referral and evaluation. Participants will learn how to have difficult but crucial conversations, such as discussing suspected delays, with parents and caregivers. Time will be available for questions and case study. Participants will: -Know how to make a referral to Birth to Three or the local preschool for evaluation. -Know what to expect of a Birth to Three visit if a child is found eligible. We will discuss visits at home, in the community, and/or at childcare. -Feel more confident havinng difficult conversations with parents and providers when delays are suspected.
4) HOW TO TALK SO CHILDREN WILL LISTEN LINDA N. STUHLMAN, EARLY EDUCATION CONSULTANT
Communication is the primary way to get children to behave. Children do well at home and school when they have self control and are able to listen and follow directions. Children who learn listening skils are better at focusing and taking the perspective of others. Some children have social, emotional, physical or cognitive issues which interfere with listening. Participants will: -Learn how to set the environment for listening. -Gain tips on establishing rules and routine. -Recognize when a child has problems and learn about resources to help.
REGISTRATION FOR THE EARLY CHILDHOOD FORUM 2017
INDIVIDUAL: $25/PERSON, COUPLE DISCOUNT: $35/COUPLE, GROUP RATE: $20/PERSON *MUST REGISTER TOGETHER (FOR GROUP OF 3 OR MORE, PLEASE EACH FILL OUT A FORM) PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO "WESTBROOK GRANT ACCOUNT", AND SEND TO: WECC, DAISY INGRAHAM ELEMENTARY, 105 GOODSPEED DRIVE, WESTBROOK, CT 06498
REGISTER BY JANUARY, 16TH, 2017 TO ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A $25 GIFT CARD TO TARGET!
NAME:____________________________________ ___________________________________________ EMAIL:____________________________________ STREET ADDRESS: ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ PHONE:___________________________________
HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT US? PLEASE CHECK ONE. ___EMAIL ____ SOCIAL MEDIA ___FLYER ___NEWSPAPER ___ OTHER_______________ BREAKOUT SESSIONS: SELECT 1ST & 2ND CHOICES ______ ______ ______ ______
BUILDING RESILIENCY & REDUCING DISRUPTIVE CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR SUPPORTING OUR DUAL LANGUAGE LEARNERS/ENGLISH LEARNERS WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU SUSPECT DELAYS IN YOUR CHILD HOW TO TALK SO CHILDREN WILL LISTEN
FOR CHILDCARE REGISTRATION, PLEASE FILL OUT THE SPECIFIC CHILDCARE FORM.
REGISTRATION CLOSES JANUARY 25th, 2017.
CONTACT ALYSSA LINDQUIST, [email protected], or by phone at 650.315.0692, if you have any questions or have a request for financial scholarship. PLEASE, NO CASH. NO REFUNDS. SPECIAL THANKS TO: MIDDLESEX UNITED WAY, WESTBROOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS, & THE MANY PRESENTERS WHO VOLUNTEERED THEIR TIME & EXPERTISE TO HELP MAKE THIS FORUM A SUCCESS
CHILDCARE REGISTRATION FOR THE NIGHT OF FORUM, FEBRUARY 1ST, 2017 (SNOW DATE: FEBRUARY 8TH) AT DAISY INGRAHAM ELEMENTARY FROM 4:45-8 PM CAPACITY OF 25 CHILDREN. REGISTER EARLY.
I AM BRINGING ___________ CHILDREN FOR FREE CHILDCARE FUN. PLEASE TELL US ABOUT YOUR CHILD & ANY NEEDS THEY MAY HAVE BEHAVIORALLY, SOCIALLY, ETC. PLEASE BE SPECIFIC SO WE CAN STAFF APPROPRIATELY. CHILD NAME:____________________________________________________ & AGE: _________ ALLERGIES?_______________________ PICK UP TIME & BY WHOM:____________________ TELL US ABOUT YOUR CHILD: ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ CHILD NAME:____________________________________________________ & AGE: _________ ALLERGIES?_______________________ PICK UP TIME & BY WHOM:____________________ TELL US ABOUT YOUR CHILD: ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ CHILD NAME:____________________________________________________ & AGE: _________ ALLERGIES?_______________________ PICK UP TIME & BY WHOM:____________________ TELL US ABOUT YOUR CHILD: ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ **PLEASE USE BACK OF SHEET TO ADD MORE INFORMATION**
