SDECE Conference April 9-11, 2015 Best Western Ramkota Hotel

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SDECE Conference
April 9-11, 2015
Best Western Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center
2111 N. Lacrosse Street
Rapid City, SD
Conference Information
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REGISTRATION—Will be open at the following times during the conference:
Thursday 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM
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Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
EXHIBITS—Will be open at the following times during the conference:
Thursday 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM
Friday 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM Saturday 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
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Conference participants can receive certification of contact hours, 1-credit hour undergraduate or graduate college credit.
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Participation labels will be available at the close of each qualifying training session, which are to be placed on the participant’s
conference participation log which is included in the registration packet or can be picked-up at the conference on-site
continuing education registration table.
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Workshop Training Hours Certificate: Participants can receive certification of training contact hours completed in exchange
for their participation log with participation labels affixed. You must turn in your participation log prior to 4:00 pm on Saturday,
April 11th. There is no cost for the certificate.
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College Credit: Participants must register and pay for credit with a check at the conference. Participants must refer to the
syllabi at the back of the conference program for assignment information. No credit cards will be accepted.
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College Credit Cost: $40.00 payable to the University of South Dakota for undergraduate or graduate credit prior to the
conference adjournment at 4:00 pm April 9th.
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Official Transcript: USD will mail a complementary copy of a transcript to each participant to the address listed on the credit
registration form.
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DOOR PRIZES—Will be displayed at individual Exhibitors’ Booths as well as the door prize table. Door prize winners will be
announced prior to each keynote speaker. Door prizes must be picked up by 4pm each day.
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SILENT AUCTION— Tables will have time of awarded bids posted, and will be available for bidding throughout the
conference. All proceeds go to SDAEYC and SDHSA Scholarships and Endowments.
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CANCELLED SESSIONS—Will be displayed on the message board by the registration table as well as posted on the location
of the session. Please check daily for updates.
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CELL PHONES—Please respect speakers and other participants by turning off or using the vibrate/silence mode on all cell
phones or other devices during sessions. Thank you!
The SDECE Conference provides a meeting place where individuals can gather and discuss issues important to those who work on
behalf of children and families. SDAEYC and SDHSA assume no responsibility for any statement of fact or opinion
by a presenter at this conference, nor does acceptance of exhibitors or advertisers imply endorsement
of any product, material, or services by SDAEYC or SDHSA.
PRE-CONFERENCE SPEAKERS THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2015
Pre-registration was required for these sessions.
Barbara Kaiser: Nothing I Do Works!
Pathways: Growth and Development
8:00—11:30 AM Sylvan 1
Teachers often feel unable to help children with challenging behavior to develop the skills they need to succeed and as a result may
not be able to provide a safe setting for the other children in their classroom. This workshop brings together information and skills
drawn from research based proven effective strategies and 30 years experience working with children and their families. It presents
the basic facts about challenging behavior and describes strategies for preventing it, addressing it effectively, and teaching alternative appropriate behaviors.
Kim Ratz: Building Strong Leaders for the Future
Pathways: Age-Appropriate Planning
8:00—11:30 AM Sylvan 2
It's a no-brainer how important it is to recruit, hire and retain great employees if you want the organization to provide great service.
Most leaders "get" that its disruptive to the team and services provided when you are short-staffed, especially when one of your best
and brightest goes somewhere else, and that it takes time and money to look for the replacement and train them and get them up to
speed, all the while hoping they will be an asset rather than a liability to the team and organization. Now there is research suggesting
a new issue that needs focus or you are at risk of driving your best and brightest out the door: a growing trend that highly talented
and valued employees are willing to leave a job they otherwise like for one primary reason: the boss is unfair, ineffective or "toxic!"
The job market has improved, and people don't feel as trapped in their job as before. And some feel so strongly they'll risk unemployment rather than continue to work in that office for that boss anymore. So good leaders today need to be more intentional than
ever before about what they do & say so their best and brightest don't leave a job they otherwise love for one reason: YOU. This
program is designed to help leaders better understand some aspects of your own leadership style and traits, and ways to expand
your range of styles so that you can be more effective with each individual employee and their unique situations and performance.
Sponsored in part by:
Thank You to Our Generous Conference Sponsors
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WELCOME!
On behalf of the South Dakota Association for the Education of Young Children, the South Dakota Head Start Association and all of our
sponsors, we’d like to welcome you to the 2015 South Dakota Early Childhood Education Conference! This annual conference provides an
opportunity for early childhood education professionals and their partners from across the state of South Dakota and the surrounding region to
collaborate, network, learn and share. It is our hope that everyone who attends our conference leaves with new ideas and information to
enhance their important work with young children and their families.
We encourage you to take advantage of the all of the opportunities to visit the exhibitor area, attend the keynote presentations, join your
colleagues at the luncheons and participate in the business meetings of your professional associations. There are also dozens of workshops
and presentations to assist you in learning creative ways of educating children. Conferences like this one are also excellent opportunities to
network with others in the field and re-connect with colleagues and friends who share your dedication to early childhood education.
Our 2015 conference theme is “Building Strong Foundations for the Future.” This theme reflects the importance of quality Early Childhood
Education as building blocks for our future. As you browse through the pages of this program, you will notice that the keynote speakers and session topics cover a wide range of information relevant for the many roles that our members represent.
Thank you to each of you for your work on behalf of children and their families. We are pleased that you have joined us for our 2015 South
Dakota Early Childhood Education Conference, and are excited to welcome you!
Sherrie Bosse,
SDAEYC President
Jane Leite,
SDHSA President
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
 Conference Information
Thursday, April 9, 2015
 Preconference Information and Sponsors
1
 Sanford Ad
2
 Schedule of Events
3
 Table of Contents, Welcome
3
 Exhibitors and Prize Sponsors
4
 Thursday Keynote/Session 1
5
Friday, April 10, 2015
 Thursday, Session 1 & 2 Breakouts
6
 Friday Keynote, Session 3 Breakouts
7
 Friday, Session 3 & 4 Breakouts
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9
10
7:00-5:00…………….…Registration
7:30-5:15..………….…..Exhibits Open
8:00-9:45…………….…Keynote—Kevin Carnes
10:00-11:15……….……Workshop Session 3
11:30-12:45…….………Workshop Session 4
12:45-2:00………….…..Lunch Break
2:00-3:15………...……..Workshop Session 5
3:30-4:45……….….…...Workshop Session 6
5:00-6:00……………….Workshop Session 7
7:30-5:15...………….…Registration & Exhibits Open
8:00-11:30.…………….Pre-Conference Barbara Kaiser
8:00-11:30.……..…...…Pre-Conference Kim Ratz
11:30-12:30………....…Lunch Break
12:30-2:15………….….Keynote - Barbara Kaiser
2:30-3:45…………..…...Workshop Session 1
4:00-5:00.………..….....Workshop Session 2
 Friday, Session 7 Breakouts, Saturday Keynote11
 Saturday, Session 8 & 9 Breakouts
12
 Saturday, Session 9 & 10 Breakouts
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 Undergraduate Course Syllabus
 Graduate Course Syllabus
 Participation Log
Saturday, April 11, 2015
7:00-1:00………...……..Registration
7:30-3:00…………..…...Exhibits Open
8:00-9:45……….………Keynote—Kim Ratz
10:00-11:15………...…..Workshop Session 8
11:15-12:30…………….Lunch Break
12:30-1:45…………..….Workshop Session 9
2:00-3:00….……………Workshop Session 10
 Hotel & Conference Center Map
 Closing Info
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Exhibit Booths
Be sure to view information and materials featured by our exhibitors.
Children’s Health Market-Great Body Shop
SD Council on Developmental Disabilities
Delta Dental
South Dakota Department of Education
Diva Boutique-Vicki Glatt
South Dakota Head Start Association
Jafra Cosmetics-Velda Bartel
South Dakota Kids Count
Jewelry In Candles-Rachel Hamburger
South Dakota School for the Deaf
Kaplan Early Learning Company
South Dakota State Library
Lakeshore Learning Materials
SD Head Start State Collaboration Office
Norwex-Amanda Weber
Teaching Strategies, LLC.
Organo Gold-Kim Stordahl
The Single Mom Movement
Origami Owl-Mardel Ochsner
Thirty-One-Stephanie May
Partylite-Kaylene Danielson
Usborne Books & More-Natalie Van Houten
SD Association for the Education of Young Children
USD School of Education
SD Association of Child Care Directors
Younique-Krystal Jones
THANK YOU
Badlands Head Start
Lakeshore Learning
SDHSA
Beemer & Bartlett Eye Clinic
Missouri Valley AEYC
SD Head Start Collaboration Office
Black Hills AEYC
Northeast South Dakota Head Start
SD State Library
Botticelli Ristorante—Main Street
Norwex-Amanda Weber
Sioux Falls Head Start
Capital Connections AEYC
NSU Student AEYC
The Single Mom Movement
Children’s Health Market
Oahe Child Development Center
Thirty-One—Stephanie May
Constructive Playthings
Origami Owl-Mardel Ochsner
Usborne Books-Natalie Van Houten
Dakota Prairie AEYC
Organo Gold-Kim Stordahl
USD Head Start
Delta Dental
Partylite-Kaylene Danielson
USD School of Education
Diva Boutique-Vicki Glatt
Rayne Dosch—HSSCO
USD Student AEYC
East Central AEYC
Siouxland AEYC
Who’s Toy House—Main St Square
Haggerty’s Musicworks
South Central Child Development HS
Younique-Krystal Jones
Inter-Lakes Community Action HS
SD Association of Child Care Directors
Youth & Family Services Head Start
Jafra Cosmetics-Velda Bartel
SDAEYC
* List current at time of printing
Jewelry In Candles-Rachel Hamburger
SD Council on Developmental Disabilities
Kaplan Early Learning Company
South Dakota Department of Education
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THURSDAY KEYNOTE
Exclusively Sponsored By
Barbara Kaiser
Where is the Fairy Dust?
12:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Sheridan & Pactola Rooms
Pathways: Growth & Development
When you are prepared – able to prevent challenging behavior and respond to it in a manner that supports the child and
teaches him appropriate ways to meet his needs when it occurs – it becomes possible to make the commitment that everyone who works with children wants to be able to make: to welcome and help each child in your class. You, too, will benefit as you acquire competence and confidence, gain pride and satisfaction in your job, and feel more positive about the
children you spend many hours with each day. This keynote is about the journey and what we learned along the way.
Thursday, April 9th
Session 1: 2:30-3:45
1. Sylvan 1 Sign-Language: How We Can Use it in Our Early Childhood Classrooms!
Carol L. Johnson & Julie Luke, Outreach Consultant, (SD School for the Deaf)
This presentation will share how sign language can be implemented within the
classroom. Participants will learn how they can incorporate sign into the daily
routines, such as: basic signs to accompany songs (i.e. – calendar songs,
clean up songs, etc.), children will also be able to use sign as a subtle way to
indicate they have to go to the bathroom, or perhaps it will just be an easier
way for the teacher or parent to capture their children’s attention. Not only
that, there will be research based information shared with participants to
support evidence on the benefits in a child’s academic and social development when sign language is implemented in the classroom. They will be given
information they can take home to start implementing sign language in their
classroom right away.
2. Sylvan 2 Do Something About Sexual Abuse
Hollie Strand, Forensic Interviewer/Trainer (Child Advocacy Center of Black
Hills ) Pathways: Abuse & Neglect
The purpose of the training is to ensure that law enforcement, child protection,
school counselors, community counselors, teachers, parents and other professionals working with children are all making a coordinated effort when responding to child sexual abuse. We cover how cases are typically reported and how
they go through the investigation into the courtroom. We also discuss why many
of these cases never make it into the legal system and ways we can help make
the situation better for the child. Introduction to the types of offenders and how
they operate in our communities will be discussed to ensure common stereotypes about "molesters" are addressed. The end of the presentation focuses on
ways to keep children safe in potential unsafe situations.
3. Legion 1 It’s Never Too Early for Beginning Reading & Research
Julie Erickson, Electronic Services Coordinator Pathways: Age-Appropriate
Planning
Learn how to give your youngest learners a bright future with beginning reading
and research skills that develop a strong foundation of information literacy. From
early childhood through upper elementary, there are resources available to
engage and support learners on the path to college and career readiness. Explore free State Library e-resources and other online tools you can use with your
learners and for your lesson planning as soon as you return to school.
4. Legion 2 Foundations for Social/Emotional Success
Marcy Drew and Karen Shade (USD Head Start ) Pathways: Growth & Development
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers need support in developing strong social and
emotional skills that will serve as the foundation for success in school and life.
Adults can provide this support through play, nurturing interactions, and recognizing and making the most of teachable moments. We will discuss social and
emotional milestones for young children and ways adults can help them learn
and grow.
5. Badlands Diversity: But All the Kids are White
Cheryl Voorhis, Education-Disabilities Specialist (Badlands Head Start: Prenatal to Five ) Pathways: Professionalism
This presentation will discuss and engage in activities reflecting on the book,
WHAT IF ALL THE KIDS ARE WHITE (Louise Derman-Sparks & Patricia G.
Ramsey.
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6. Bear Butte Child Care Reauthorization: What it Means for South
Dakota Patricia Monson, Division Director (SD Dept. of Social Services
- Division of Child Care) Pathways: Management & Regulation
The Child Care & Development Block Grant Act of 2014 signed into law on
November 19, 2004 reauthorizes the child care program for the first time since
1996 & represents a historic re-envisioning of the program. CCS Division Director Patricia Monson will walk through the anticipated changes for the program
beginning in October 2015, and seek input for the agency's two-year state plan
which is due in June.
7. Washington Science: In the Classroom…At Home... Everywhere!
Steven Rokusek (South Dakota Public Broadcasting) Pathways: AgeAppropriate Planning
During this session participants will learn about science and math activities that
will keep the children in their care entertained and educated. The activities will
include, but are not limited to Trash Dash, an ecosystem game called Chomp,
Nibble, Grow, Grow, Grow, and more. The activities reinforce the importance of
land stewardship and explore our relationship with nature. Participants will receive a FREE teacher guide that includes video and lessons.
8. Lincoln The Six Protective Factors Connie Hermann, Information
and Training Specialist (Black Hills Special Services) Pathways: Guidance
When the Six Protective Factors are included in parenting; the health and wellbeing of children and families increases. The Protective Factors will be included
in the Common Sense Parenting skills during the presentation. The Six Protective Factors are: nurturing and attachment; knowledge of parenting and child
development; parental resilience; social connections; concrete supports for
parents; and social and emotional competence for children.
Thursday, April 9th
Session 2: 4:00-5:00
13. Badlands Bringing Broccoli Back into Breakfast Jennie Day,
Owner and Director (Early Foundations, Inc.) Pathways: Nutrition
10. Sylvan 2 Do Something About Sexual Abuse Hollie Strand,
Forensic Interviewer/Trainer (Child Advocacy Center of Black Hills )
Pathways: Abuse & Neglect
The purpose of the training is to ensure that law enforcement, child protection,
school counselors, community counselors, teachers, parents and other professionals working with children are all making a coordinated effort when responding to child sexual abuse. We cover how cases are typically reported and how
they go through the investigation into the courtroom. We also discuss why many
of these cases never make it into the legal system and ways we can help make
the situation better for the child. Introduction to the types of offenders and how
they operate in our communities will be discussed to ensure common stereotypes about "molesters" are addressed. The end of the presentation focuses on
ways to keep children safe in potential unsafe situations.
11. Legion 1 Bowel and Bladder Issues in children over four
Christine Stephenson , PT, DPT (Lifescape)
Starting children out eating right and bringing nutrition into focus in children's
families. The play-based learning approach to meals and ways to making
mealtime a multi-faceted learning time.
14. Bear Butte Eating out of the Basket Jennifer Holdaway, RN,
(Youth and Family Services - Rapid City) Pathways: Nutrition
This is a presentation on Bountiful Baskets. Bountiful Baskets is a not for profit
organization that has a passion to change the tables of America. How to get
started in participating in Bountiful Baskets, ways it can benefit you in the classroom and at home. Cost of a basket vs. cost of the same items at a grocery
store.
15. Washington Yoga in the Preschool Classroom Jessica
Castelberry, Teacher (Little Nest Preschool) Pathways: Growth & Development
Learn ways to manage bowel and bladder incontinence, as well as chronic constipation, in children. Strategies include toileting schedules, breathing and relaxation techniques, as well as possible physical therapy intervention.
12. Legion 2 Biting: What Is Really Happening? Tammy Clark,
Training Specialist (Family Resource Network) Pathways: Guidance
Understanding why a child bites is the first step in responding to biting. Learn
what is really happening, strategies to use, and best practices in responding to
biting situations.
Relieve stress, improve health and circulation, and get the “winter wiggles out”
for students and teachers! This class will teach participants yoga principals of
movement, stretching, and breathing, and how they can be used in the preschool classroom. Participants will learn numerous activities to engage students
and teachers of all physical abilities. This class will be very interactive with
participants taking a sample class. All participants will also receive learning
materials, ideas for additional resources, and a special door prize for attending.
16. Lincoln The Six Protective Factors Connie Hermann, Information
and Training Specialist (Black Hills Special Services) Pathways: Guidance
When the Six Protective Factors are included in parenting; the health and wellbeing of children and families increases. The Protective Factors will be included
in the Common Sense Parenting skills during the presentation. The Six Protective Factors are: nurturing and attachment; knowledge of parenting and child
development; parental resilience; social connections; concrete supports for
parents; and social and emotional competence for children.
Early Childhood Connections and The Rapid City Arts Council invite you to celebrate young artists with
an art exhibit titled “Mini Masterpieces” at the Dahl Arts Center. There will be a reception to celebrate
“The Week of the Young Child” at the Dahl, in conjunction with the SDECE conference from 5pm-7pm,
Thursday, April 9, 2015.
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FRIDAY KEYNOTE
Exclusively Sponsored By
Kevin Carnes
Successful Outdoor Classrooms in Both
Urban & Rural Environments
8:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Pathways: Learning Environments
Many early childhood programs are in both urban and rural area, far from natural or native eco-systems. Kevin Carnes,
Lakeshore’s President, will demonstrate how Lakeshore took their on-site preschool, located in a highly industrial and
urban environment, and easily and successfully become a Certified Nature Explore Classroom. Through his experience
and those of other diverse centers, he will demonstrate how regardless of your terrain, your location, and your inherited
environment, you can turn your outdoor area into a successful working outdoor classroom.
Friday, April 10th
Session 3: 10:00-11:15
19. Sylvan 1 Expanding Transitional Activities for Young Toddlers
Collene Fletcher , Education Technician- Lead Teacher (Ellsworth AFB
Child Development Center) Pathways: Age-Appropriate Planning
23. Badlands Preschool Partnership Program Rhonda Kludt,
Charlotte McMahon & Marianne Freng (United Way Heartland Region )
Smooth transitional activities are sometimes a challenge to achieve in the young
toddler classroom. During this workshop we will be discussing practical ways to
expand these short sweet interactions into much anticipated times of fun for our
young classrooms.
The Huron preschool partnership program is a collaboration between the united
way, the Huron public schools, the Huron head start and every preschool in our
community. We all work together to help children on the head start wait list get
into a preschool by providing tuition assistance. Migrant and immigrant children
who are new to the community are also placed in a preschool environment.
Since the inception of the program, more community support services have
played an active role in the services for early learning. We currently have 7 preschools, community counseling and other agencies wit kig together with the
schools and head start and united way.
20. Sylvan 2 Facilitating Language Development Heather Bradley &
Teresa Gray (Lifescape) Pathways: Growth & Development
Talk will cover typical early speech and language development, and provide tips
to help children develop skills.
21. Legion 1 Building Blocks of Reading: You and the SD Department of Education's Reading Goal Jasmine Rockwell, April Hodges
and Teresa Berndt, Children's & Youth Services (South Dakota State
Library) Pathways: Age-Appropriate Planning
The Department of Education has identified one of its 4 main goals as "Students
entering 4th grade will be proficient or advanced in reading." The literacy skills a
student needs to meet this goal start before they enter Kindergarten. Join us as
we look at the interaction of early literacy skills, the five foundational reading
skills, and the importance of practicing those skills year-round.
24. Bear Butte There’s No Magic Wand: 7 Steps of Comprehensive
Guidance Rhonda Swanson, Program Manager (Sanford CHILD Services) Pathways: Guidance
Problem behaviors don’t appear—or disappear—overnight. Learn to work with
families to develop a team approach to help children experience success and
decrease conflicts.
22. Legion 2 "Appy" Hour : Using iPads in the Classroom
Dr. Andria Moon , Assistant Professor of Elementary Education
(Northern State University )
I will be discussing and showing interactive ways to use iPads and apps for
teaching and learning with young children.
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25. Washington Building Strong Chapters through Engaging Meetings
Gera Jacobs & Emily Jansen Erica Jurgensen , Professor of Early
Childhood and Elementary Education (USD)
Pathways: Professionalism
This session will be an opportunity to share ideas on how to effectively organize
and conduct NAEYC meetings that will attract and engage members. We will
discuss ways members can be active participants in local and student chapters,
including learning ideas and activities they can use in their classrooms.
26. Lincoln Live Courageously and Empower the Children
Jessica Rector, Founder, Keynote Speaker, Author (The Single Mom
Movement ) Pathways: Guidance
Statistics show the children of single parents have more behavior, cognitive,
social, and health issues than other children. Single parenting is often fueled
with overwhelm, stress, and exhaustion, however, shame, fear, and not feeling
good enough also play vital roles in single parenthood. These issues are often
overlooked but create a trickle down effect--manifesting in parents' lives through
the jobs they have, the self confidence they possess, and the relationships they
develop. Then they begin to trickle down in their children through their school
work, behaviors, and social skills which create more issues including depression,
suicide, and bullying. Without dealing with of shame, fear, and worthiness, it is
like putting a band-aid on instead of having a long term solution. Confronting
these issues, which are literally the foundation of everything we do, and learning
how to become resilient develops a strong foundation. Discover how to educate
single parents on what it takes to tackle these struggles that affect their lives
daily so they can live courageously and empower their children to do the same.
Friday, April 10th
Session 4: 11:30-12:45
28. Sylvan 1 Sign-Language: How We Can Use it in Our Early
Childhood Classrooms! Carol L. Johnson & Julie Luke (SD School for the
31. Legion 2 Postive Ways of Getting from Here to There Dr. Gayle
Bortnem, Associate Professor (Northern State University)
Deaf) Pathways: Growth & Development
Pathways: Guidance
This presentation will share how sign language can be implemented within
the classroom. Participants will learn how they can incorporate sign into the
daily routines, such as: basic signs to accompany songs (i.e. – calendar
songs, clean up songs, etc.), children will also be able to use sign as a subtle
way to indicate they have to go to the bathroom, or perhaps it will just be an
easier way for the teacher or parent to capture their children’s attention. Not
only that, there will be research based information shared with participants to
support evidence on the benefits in a child’s academic and social development when sign language is implemented in the classroom. They will be
given information they can take home to start implementing sign language in
their classroom right away!
This presentation will give teachers positive strategies that will support the
emotional and cognitive development of young children. Let's learn fun ways to
keep our hands busy and our feet moving without going to "time out"!
29. Sylvan 2 "When Foods Bite Back", Managing Food Allergies in
the Child Care Setting Patty Cresalia, Registered Dietitian (YFS)
Pathways: Nutrition
32. Badlands “Building Healthy Bodies and Healthy Minds”
Patricia Stewart, Program Consultant (The Children's Health Market:
The Great Body Shop) Pathways: Growth & Development
Preschool teachers and directors will learn about a new program designed to
teach children about food and fitness, health and safety, and other topics that
meet the needs of children 3-5 years old. Using the fun activities in THE
GREAT BODY SHOP, preschoolers develop socially and emotionally while
increasing their skills in problem solving, math, reading readiness and communications. They practice gross and fine motor skills, discover the world around
them, and develop creativity and imagination. They do all this while learning the
skills to be healthy! Come hear about this exciting new program.
Participant Training Goals: - will learn the difference between a food allergy and
33. Bear Butte Moving Beyond ‘Use Your Words’--The Magic Of Ia food intolerance -will address challenges of food allergy management in the
classroom setting -become more informed about 'gluten free' diets -will refresh Statements Rhonda Swanson, Program Manager (Sanford CHILD
Services Aberdeen) Pathways: Communication & Relationships
skills as food label detective with hands on challenge.
30. Legion 1 It’s Never Too Early for Beginning Reading & Research Julie Erickson, Electronic Services Coordinator (SD State Library) Pathways:
Learn how to give your youngest learners a bright future with beginning reading
and research skills that develop a strong foundation of information literacy.
From early childhood through upper elementary, there are resources available
to engage and support learners on the path to college and career readiness.
Explore free State Library e-resources and other online tools you can use with
your learners and for your lesson planning as soon as you return to school.
Effective communication doesn’t happen just because you ‘use your words’—
it’s HOW you use words that clearly shares what you’re trying to say. Changing
statements from ‘you’ to ‘I’ helps to resolve conflict and clearly state expectations in a positive way. Learn how adults and children can use this tool to improve, rather than deteriorate, communication and relationships.
SDHSA RECOGNITION LUNCHEON
Rushmore Room 12:45-1:45 PM
(Pre-registration required)
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34. Washington Building Strong Foundations through Language
Development Connie Stockdale, YiYi Jiang, Jessica Messersmith &
Gera Jacobs (USD ) Pathways: Growth & Development
This presentation will provide suggestions for promoting language development
through engaging activities, high-quality children's literature, and interactive
conversations. Ideas for promoting the CLASS Dimensions Language Modeling
and Quality Feedback will be shared. The presentation will include tips for identifying children with speech, language, and hearing difficulties, as well as suggestions for these children. Ideas for children learning English as a new language
and teaching other languages to all children will be included.
35. Lincoln Live Courageously and Empower the Children
Jessica Rector, Founder, Keynote Speaker, Author (The Single Mom
Movement ) Pathways: Guidance
Statistics show the children of single parents have more behavior, cognitive,
social, and health issues than other children. Single parenting is often fueled
with overwhelm, stress, and exhaustion, however, shame, fear, and not feeling
good enough also play vital roles in single parenthood. These issues are often
overlooked but create a trickle down effect--manifesting in parents' lives through
the jobs they have, the self confidence they possess, and the relationships they
develop. Then they begin to trickle down in their children through their school
work, behaviors, and social skills which create more issues including depression,
suicide, and bullying. Without dealing with of shame, fear, and worthiness, it is
like putting a band-aid on instead of having a long term solution. Confronting
these issues, which are literally the foundation of everything we do, and learning
how to become resilient develops a strong foundation. Discover how to educate
single parents on what it takes to tackle these struggles that affect their lives
daily so they can live courageously and empower their children to do the same.
Friday, April 10th
Session 5: 2:00-3:15
cess! This workshop helps people better understand the many kinds of style
36. Sylvan 1 W"ELL"come to the Classroom! Sherrie Bosse, Erica
Jurgensen, Emily Jansen , Senior Lecturer (University of South Dakota ) differences we encounter during any given day, and several skills and strategies
English Language Learners are a growing segment of the classroom population.
This session will describe the demographic trends, give suggestions for best
practices when welcoming ELL families to your program, and share strategies
for helping all students learn and thrive. Learn how to make your classroom a
welcoming place for all young children!
37. Sylvan 2 Good or Bad, Make it Count Hollie Strand, Education
Specialist/Forensic Interviewer (Child Advocacy Center of the Black
Hills ) Pathways: Guidance
All children have both good and bad situations in their lives. Some experience
great triumphs, while others suffer great tragedies. Attendees will learn how to
make those experiences count for the child regardless of the initial negative
impact or short-lived positive rewards.
38. Legion 1 Play Nice in the Sandbox Kim Ratz
While most people come to work ready to do a good job and act like an adult,
sometimes “stuff happens,” and whether intentional or not, not everyone plays
nice at work...Early Childhood Centers are an intense place to begin with, so
people are often busy and in a hurry...add to that the fact that we are living in a
radically changing world and all the stress this creates, PLUS all the different
“styles” people use to communicate and relate to others—it’s no wonder that
sometimes peoples’ buttons get pushed! Our Attitudes, Aptitudes and ACTIONS in how we relate to others-kids, parents & co-workers-are key to suc-
that help you bridge these style gaps by learning how to “Flex your own style.”
**Please note: This is a double length session.**
39. Legion 2 Ipad Apps in Early Childhood Education Dr. Cynthia
Chandler & Jennifer Peterson (Black Hills State University ) Pathways:
Learning Environments
Our presentation about Ipads was so well attended last year that we thought we
would do it again with the focus on literacy and math. We will be bringing 15
Ipads for attendees to try out the games. Participants should bring their own
iPads if available. Presenters will provide assistance in app downloading.
40. Badlands Growing Up Wild Laurie Root, Naturalist (Outdoor
Campus West) Pathways: Age-Appropriate Planning
Growing Up Wild is an early childhood education program that builds on children's sense of wonder about nature and invites them to explore wildlife and the
world around them. Participants will explore a wide range of activities and experiences Growing Up Wild provides. Participants who attend will receive a Growing Up Wild Curriculum book. **Please note: this is a double length session**
41. Bear Butte Diversity: But All the Kids are White
Cheryl Voorhis, Education-Disabilities Specialist (Badlands Head Start:
Prenatal to Five ) Pathways: Diversity
This presentation will discuss and engage in activities reflecting on the book,
WHAT IF ALL THE KIDS ARE WHITE (Louise Derman-Sparks & Patricia G.
Ramsey.
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42. Washington Science: In the Classroom…At Home... Everywhere! Steven Rokusek , Education Specialist (South Dakota Public
Broadcasting) Pathways: Age-Appropriate Planning
43. Lincoln Foundations for Social/Emotional Success
During this session participants will learn about science and math activities
that will keep the children in their care entertained and educated. The activities will include, but are not limited to Trash Dash, an ecosystem game called
Chomp, Nibble, Grow, Grow, Grow, and more. The activities reinforce the
importance of land stewardship and explore our relationship with nature. Participants will receive a FREE teacher guide that includes video and lessons.
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers need support in developing strong social and
emotional skills that will serve as the foundation for success in school and life.
Adults can provide this support through play, nurturing interactions, and recognizing and making the most of teachable moments. We will discuss social and
emotional milestones for young children and ways adults can help them learn
and grow.
Marcy Drew and Karen Shade (USD Head Start ) Pathways: Growth & Development
Friday, April 10th
Session 6: 3:30-4:45
44. Sylvan 1 Picky Eater? Here's Some Snack Ideas Carol Rice &
LuAnn Myhre, Health/Nutrition Manager (NESD Head Start)
Pathways: Nutrition
49. Bear Butte Building Healthy Bodies and Healthy Minds
Patricia Stewart , Program Consultant (The Children's Health Market:
The Great Body Shop) Pathways: Growth & Development
“Building Healthy Bodies and Healthy Minds” Preschool teachers and directors
will learn about a new program designed to teach children about food and fitness, health and safety, and other topics that meet the needs of children 3-5
45. Sylvan 2 Good or Bad, Make it Count Hollie Strand, Education
years old. Using the fun activities in THE GREAT BODY SHOP, preschoolers
Specialist/Forensic Interviewer (Child Advocacy Center of the Black Hills) develop socially and emotionally while increasing their skills in problem solving,
math, reading readiness and communications. They practice gross and fine
Pathways: Guidance
motor skills, discover the world around them, and develop creativity and imagiAll children have both good and bad situations in their lives. Some experience
nation. They do all this while learning the skills to be healthy! Come hear about
great triumphs, while others suffer great tragedies. Attendees will learn how to
this exciting new program.
make those experiences count for the child regardless of the initial negative
50. Washington iGrow Readers: Using Children’s Books to Encourimpact or short-lived positive rewards.
What to do with those picky eaters! Here are some tips and ideas and fun recipes to try.
age Healthy Behaviors Mary Bowne, Associate Professor (SDSU)
46. Legion 1 Play Nice in the Sandbox Continued from Session 5.
Pathways: Nutrition
47. Legion 2 Investigations Across the Ages Laura Gloege, Ashlee
Haselhorst & Amy Ballou, Fishback Center for ECE (SDSU)
Investigations can be done across many age groups. Come see how they might
look differently with toddlers, 3, 4, and 5 year olds. They can be meaningful,
engaging, and incorporate the SD Early Learning Guidelines all at the same
time.
48. Badlands Growing Up Wild Continued from Session 5
It started with a few children’s books and one or two activities that extended the
learning. Thirty-one books and one hundred twenty activities later, focusing on
children between the ages of 3 to 8 years of age, iGrow Readers curriculum is
being used to teach healthy behaviors in multiple and varied childcare settings.
This presentation will showcase the curriculum, the current research being done,
and the possible benefits of including children’s literature to teach specific values and behaviors.
51. Lincoln Love and Logic Early Childhood Parenting Made Fun
Jaci Wolf, Family Service Coordinator (NESD Head Start)
Pathways: Partnerships with Parents
Program that gives parents of young children practical and proven tools for
raising respectful, responsible and happy children.
Friday, April 10th
Session 7: 5:00-6:00
52. Sylvan 1 Learn how to use Programs from PBS KIDS, like
Thomas & Friends, to Educate! Steven Rokusek, Education Specialist
(South Dakota Public Broadcasting) Pathways: Age-Appropriate Planning
53. Sylvan 2 Early Literacy: Fostering a Love of Reading Devin
Kurtz, Undergraduate Student (University of South Dakota )
During this session participants will learn how to link PBS KIDS programs, like
the Thomas & Friends characters and adventures, to their early childhood learning environment. They will learn about activities that can be incorporate into the
classroom, after-school group, daycare, or home. Topics like social skills, science, and math will be covered. The participants will receive a FREE teacher
guide.
This presentation is an examination of the importance of a strong foundation of
pre-literacy skills in a child's education, as well as resource for parents and
educators looking for implementable literacy-based activity ideas that branch
into several other subject areas.
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54. Legion 1 Conflict Resolution Skills for Staff Bret E Brooks, Chief
Operating Officer (Gray Ram Tactical, LLC) Pathways: Program Safety
This presentation is designed to give educators the skills they need to survive
various types of conflicts. From non-violent upset parents to active shooters,
attendees will learn ways to de-escalation a potentially dangerous situation.
Understanding both the verbal and non-verbal warning signs of violence along
with proper conflict resolution techniques, staff will be better able to keep their
children safe and free from violence.
55. Legion 2 20 Hold A Baby, Save A Teenager Kara Brown, Infant
Lead Teacher (Ellsworth AFB Child Development Center )
57. Bear Butte NAEYC Accreditation Laura Gloege & Kay Cutler,
Coordinator of the Fishback Center for ECE (SDSU)
Pathways: Management & Regulation
This session will be a chance to learn more about the NAEYC Accreditation
process in general and will be a chance to ask questions from staff that have
been through the process.
58. Washington Music in the Preschool Classroom Jessica Castleberry, Teacher (Little Nest Preschool)
You don’t have to be a musician to bring the power of music into your classroom! Participants will learn simple and fun ways to introduce music into their
The importance of holding babies and how it affects their teenage years. Holding program, or provide new ideas to liven up an existing one. This class will also
babies increases chemicals in the brain and helps reduce depression later on in teach creative ways to integrate music in all areas of your classroom. All particilife.
pants will also receive learning materials, ideas for additional resources, and a
special door prize for attending.
56. Badlands CDA: The Best First Step Heather Fettig, Family Life
Educator (Sanford Children's CHILD Services )
Come find out about the Child Development Associate credential & why it's the
"Best 1st Step" to career advancement in the field of early childhood care &
education. We'll discuss the benefits of earning the credential, the process the
class series will take you on, & resources to help you along the way.
59. Lincoln Public Policy and Advocating for Early Care and Education Sarah Sherlock, Director (Center for Children & Families)
Fresh off from a visit to our Nation’s Capitol and meetings with policymakers at
NAEYC’s Public Policy Forum, hear what’s happening at the federal level in
Early Childhood Education and how you can advocate for our youngest South
Dakotans locally.
Saturday KEYNOTE
Sponsored Exclusively by
Kim Ratz
Building Strong Attitudes for the Future
8:00 AM-9:45 AM
It's not so much what happens, it's more what you do." Easier said than done, especially when you face
a change, challenge or conflict regarding someone or something important to you. And especially if you
start to feel like you are losing that "passion" that drives you to do what you do for children! It's about
making good choices so that at the end of the day when you look back on your choices - what you did/
said and how you did/said it - you feel content, not regret. Because sometimes you only get one chance;
there's no "do-ever." So if it's important, it's about being Congruent, by aligning your Attitudes (beliefs &
values), with your Aptitudes (skills & abilities) and your Actions (words & deeds), and doing what you
think is the right/best thing, and doing the best you can.
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Saturday, April 11th
Session 8: 10:00-11:15
60. Sylvan 1 Picky Eater? Here's Some Snack Ideas
Carol Rice & LuAnn Myhre, Health/Nutrition Manager (NESD Head
Start) Pathways: Nutrition
65. Washington Using Sign Language in Early Childhood Programs
Samantha Burleson & Jessica Zanton , Student (BHSU)
What to do with those picky eaters! Here are some tips and ideas and fun recipes to try.
61. Sylvan 2 iPad Apps in Early Childhood Education Dr. Cynthia
Chandler & Jennifer Peterson (Black Hills State University )
This session will focus on the importance of early detection and intervention for
children who are hard of hearing. You will gain insight from a mother whose
child was born profoundly deaf and has cochlear implants. You will also be
introduced to the value of using sign language as a tool to enhance positive
outcomes for all children in early childhood programs.
66. Lincoln Revising the SD Early Learning Guidelines – Birth to
Our presentation about iPads was so well attended last year that we thought we Age 5 Gera Jacobs, Rayne Dosch & Connie Stockdale (USD)
would do it again with the focus on literacy and math. We will be bringing 15
iPads for attendees to try out the games. Participants should bring their own
Join us to hear an update on the revision process for the SD Early Learning
iPads if available. Presenters will provide assistance in app downloading.
Guidelines that is currently underway. We are updating our preschool standards
62. Legion 1 Teacher Resources: Strengthen Your Lessons 24/7
and expanding them to become a birth to age five document. Provide your feedJulie Erickson, Electronic Services Coordinator (South Dakota State
back on first drafts of the document that will help guide the rest of the process.
Build strong lesson plans with State Library electronic resources, provided free
to South Dakotans. Interactive ebooks, games, activities and more are available
via Tumblebooks, World Book and SIRS Discoverer. Explore these and other
features within the online resources.
63. Legion 2 Every Child Learns Outside Tracy Sigdestad, State
Coordinator (South Dakota Project Learning Tree ) Pathways: Learning
10:00-11:15: Tour of NAEYC Accredited Center
Ellsworth Air Force Base Child Development Center
Tour the NAEYC Accredited Center at Ellsworth AFB one
of four NAEYC Accredited centers in South Dakota.
**PRE REGISTRATION WAS REQUIREDNO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE**
Environments
Presenting curriculum from PLT's Early Childhood education guide. All of our
curriculum meets state and national standards. These modules would aid educators in bringing the classroom to the outdoors or bringing the outdoors in as a
way to engage children in their natural surroundings and reconnect with nature
while learning subjects such as math, language arts, and science.
SDAEYC BUSINESS MEETING LUNCHEON
Rushmore Room 11:15-12:15 PM
64. Badlands Failed Hearing Screen....Now What? Kerry Ruth & Nina
Ringstmeyer Pathways: Age-Appropriate Planning
(Pre-registration required)
Information on early identification, impact, interventions, and resources.
Session 9: 12:30-1:45
67. Sylvan 1 Expanding Transitional Activities for Young Toddlers
Collene Fletcher, Education Technician- Lead Teacher (Ellsworth AFB
Child Development Center) Pathways: Age-Appropriate Planning
69. Legion 1 Teacher Resources: Strengthen Your Lessons 24/7
Julie Erickson, Electronic Services Coordinator (South Dakota State
Smooth transitional activities are sometimes a challenge to achieve in the young
toddler classroom. During this workshop we will be discussing practical ways to
expand these short sweet interactions into much anticipated times of fun for our
young classrooms.
Build strong lesson plans with State Library electronic resources, provided free
to South Dakotans. Interactive ebooks, games, activities and more are available
via Tumblebooks, World Book and SIRS Discoverer. Explore these and other
features within the online resources.
68. Sylvan 2 Behavior Disorders Due to Attachment Difficulties
70. Legion 2 Every Child Learns Outside Tracy Sigdestad, State Coordinator (South Dakota Project Learning Tree) Pathways: Learning Envi-
Judy Knadel, Preschool Teacher and Director (Augustana's Campus
Learning Center) Pathways: Growth & Development
ronments
Presenting curriculum from PLT's Early Childhood education guide. All of our
A preschool classroom can be disrupted by children who demand attention do to curriculum meets state and national standards. These modules would aid educaa lack of attachment to a significant adult in their life. Every child needs a secure tors in bringing the classroom to the outdoors or bringing the outdoors in as a
way to engage children in their natural surroundings and reconnect with nature
base from which to explore and learn.
while learning subjects such as math, language arts, and science.
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71. Badlands An Edible Education: Building a Foundation for
Healthy Eating Kristin Houghton & Shawnna Jorae, Child Development
Program Technician (Ellsworth AFB Child Development Center)
73. Lincoln There’s No Magic Wand: 7 Steps of Comprehensive
Guidance Rhonda Swanson , Program Manager (Sanford CHILD Services) Pathways: Guidance
Pathways: Nutrition
Does your child know where their food comes from? Should they? Why should
Problem behaviors don’t appear—or disappear—overnight. Learn to work with
we cook with our children? How does ending food ignorance help us lead longer, families to develop a team approach to help children experience success and
healthier lives? Come laugh and learn with us in this light hearted pre-school
decrease conflicts.
level cooking class where we will discuss the importance of farm to table education and how preparing food with our children is a treasure trove of learning
opportunities!
72. Washington Small Group Learning - A Fishback Center Teacher
Research Project Kay Cutler, Amy Ballou, De Gilkerson, Ashlee Haselhorst & Laura Gloege (South Dakota State University) Pathways: Communication & Relationships
Over three years, the teachers at the Fishback Center for ECE, SDSU's Laboratory School, has studied small group learning and its benefits for children, as
well as teacher candidates. This presentation will delve into what we have found.
Session 10: 2:00-3:00
education. We'll discuss the benefits of earning the credential, the process the
74. Sylvan 1 Nurturing Young Children's Love of Learning
Dr.Vicki Linn & BHSU AEYC Student Organization members (Black Hills class series will take you on, & resources to help you along the way.
State University) Pathways: Age-Appropriate Planning
79. Washington Theater in the Preschool classroom Jessica Castleberry, Teacher (Little Nest Preschool) Pathways: Growth & Development
This session will provide insight to early brain development and the incredible
opportunity early childhood professionals have to nurture preschool age children’s love of learning. Participants will explore a variety of curriculum activities
and teaching strategies designed to add “ING” to your classroom.
75. Sylvan 2 Early Literacy: Fostering a Love of Reading Devin
Kurtz, Undergraduate Student (University of South Dakota )
Theater is an excellent educational tool for students because play-acting is part
of their nature! This class will discuss specific theater games that improve language, social/emotional development, and creativity. Participants will learn
basic theatrical principals, and practical and fun ways to bring them into the
classroom, from fun improvisational games, to full scale plays and movies. All
participants will receive learning materials, ideas for additional resources, and a
special door prize for attending.
80. Lincoln Moving Beyond ‘Use Your Words’--The Magic Of I-
This presentation is an examination of the importance of a strong foundation of
Statements Rhonda Swanson, Program Manager (Sanford CHILD Serpre-literacy skills in a child's education, as well as resource for parents and
vices Aberdeen) Pathways: Communication & Relationships
educators looking for implementable literacy-based activity ideas that branch into
several other subject areas.
Effective communication doesn’t happen just because you ‘use your words’—it’s
HOW you use words that clearly shares what you’re trying to say. Changing
76. Legion 1 Thinking About Retirement?
statements from ‘you’ to ‘I’ helps to resolve conflict and clearly state expectations
Cheryl Voorhis, Education-Disabilities Specialist (Badlands Head Start:
in a positive way. Learn how adults and children can use this tool to improve,
Prenatal to Five) Pathways: Professionalism
rather than deteriorate, communication and relationships.
This presentation will be a discussion and sharing of ideas and experiences of
the challenges of preparing for retirement. Examples will come from a variety of
sources and each others' experiences, challenges, successes and plans. Casual
and relaxed.
77. Legion 2 Hold A Baby, Save A Teenager Kara Brown, Infant
Lead Teacher (Ellsworth AFB Child Development Center )
Pathways: Growth & Development The importance of holding babies and
how it affects their teenage years. Holding babies increases chemicals in the
brain and helps reduce depression later on in life.
78. Badlands CDA: The Best First Step Heather Fettig, Family Life
Educator (Sanford Children's CHILD Services )
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ELED 492 - Building Strong Foundations
April 9 – 11, 2015
Location: Ramkota Convention Center, Rapid City, SD
Instructor: Tara Topete, MA
Course Description: Participants at the 2015 SD Early Childhood Education Conference will attend 15 hours of professional
development related to the theme of Building Strong Foundations. Participants will keep a participation log and write a
one-paragraph summary of each session attended including the title, date, and time of each session. The hours may include pre-conference sessions, general sessions, and keynote sessions.
Participants will register for credit at the time of registration. Participation logs and summaries must be submitted by 4:15 on April
11, 2015 at the Registration Table.
Course Objectives:
Develop a deeper understanding of topics related to Early Childhood Education
Reflect on best practices in working with children and families
Engage in dialogue on current research in the field of Early Childhood Education
Evaluation:
Participation Log (minimum of 15 hours) – 50 points possible
Summaries (one paragraph per session attended) – 50 points possible
Grading:
90 – 100 points – A
80 – 90 points – B
70 – 80 points – C
60 – 70 points – D
Below 60 points - F
ELED 592 - Building Strong Foundations
April 9 – 11, 2015
Location: Ramkota Convention Center, Rapid City, SD
Instructor: Tara Topete, MA
Course Description: Participants at the 2015 SD Early Childhood Education Conference will attend 15 hours of professional development related to the theme of Building Strong Foundations. Participants will keep a participation log and
write a one-paragraph summary of each session attended including the title, date, and time of each session. In addition, participants will write an action plan describing how at least 3 ideas or pieces of information from the conference
will be implemented into their practice. The action plan should list timeline, needed resources and steps for implementation of the plan. The hours may include pre-conference sessions, general sessions, and keynote sessions.
Participants will register for credit at the time of registration. Participation logs and summaries must be submitted by
4:15 on April 11, 2015 at the Registration Table.
Course Objectives:
Develop a deeper understanding of topics related to Early Childhood Education
Reflect on best practices in working with children and families
Engage in dialogue on current research in the field of Early Childhood Education
Articulate a plan for integrating new ideas and information into daily practice.
Evaluation:
Participation Log (minimum of 15 hours) – 50 points possible
Summaries (one paragraph per session attended) – 50 points possible
Action plan describing implementation of conference information
Grading:
90 – 100 points – A
80 – 90 points – B
70 – 80 points – C
60 – 70 points – D
Below 60 points - F
Best Western Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center
On behalf of our respective associations, we would like to thank you for
attending the 2015 South Dakota Early Childhood Education Conference.
We hope you have enjoyed the largest early childhood education
conference in South Dakota while participating in great education,
training and networking opportunities.
We wish you all great success in the year to come, and
look forward to seeing you in Aberdeen in 2016!
2015 SDAEYC/SDHSA Conference Coordinators:
Kathy Cruse, South Dakota Head Start Association
Tara Anderson-Topete, South Dakota Association for the Education of Young Children
For more information about SDAEYC,
please visit our website
www.sdaeyc.org
For more information about SDHSA,
please visit our website
www.sdheadstart.org

SDECE Conference April 9-11, 2015 Best Western Ramkota Hotel

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