Early Childhood Today: Play, Learn and Grow Together for a Successful Tomorrow

Description

STARnet Region VI and Lewis University's College of Education present the 7th Annual Early Childhood Today Conference, at Lewis' Romeoville Campus. For parents, caregivers, and professionals who shape the lives of children ages birth to 5 years old, this conference offers sessions addressing *Social/Emotional, *Speech & Language, * Accommodations, *Early Literacy, *Health & Wellness, and *Best Practices in early childhood development and education.

PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Seating is limited and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. No on-site or phone registrations accepted. If using a purchase order, please fax a copy of the PO along with a completed registration form for each participant to: (815) 588-7070

Registrations must be received by Friday, February 28th.

SESSIONS APPROVED FOR EARLY INTERVENTION CREDIT:
-Easy Adaptations- 3 INT
-Learning Through Movement- 1.5
--Mutli-hazard Planning for Caregivers of Young Children – 0.5 WWF
-iDevices & Young Learners-1.5 INT
-The Multiple Faces of Trauma- 2ATY, 1 INT
-Hey, It’s My Turn!-1.5 INT
-How Boys Learn Differently-1 TYP, .5 INT
-Promoting Use of Home Language for Dual Language Learners-1.5 WWF, 1.5 INT
-Joining With Families: Using a Reflective Practice Approach in Early Care and Education-1 WWF, 0.5 INT
-Practical Strategies for Challenging Behaviors of Preschoolers-1.5 INT

Location Lewis University-Romeoville Campus
One University Parkway
Romeoville, IL
Date 3/5/2014 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Check in 8:30 AM)
Sponsor STARnet Region VI and Lewis University in collaboration with SSAEYC, EI Training Program at the University of IL; Good Shepherd Center and Child & Family Connections #12
Contact Pat Levendpa @ Lewis University (815) 836-5769 levendpa@lewisu.edu
Principles 1. Support families
2. Active participation
3. Collaborative relationships
4. Specific IFSP goals
5. Comprehensive plans
6. Periodic monitoring
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 0
Cost $35 includes cont. breakfast & lunch - NO REFUNDS
Status Closed