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Maintaining Accreditation & Sustaining Quality: NAEYC Accreditation Programs for Young Children | National Association for the Education of Young Children
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Accreditation: Why, How, When, and the Supports in Indiana | Patricia Cole, Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children, Inc.
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11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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The Principal Goes to Preschool | Mary Jane Eisenhauer & Debra Hollingsworth Pratt, Purdue University North Central
After School Program Accreditation | Jim Murphy, Council on Accreditation
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Building Their Bounce: Building Resilience in Young Children | Nefertiti Bruce, Devereux Early Childhood Initiative - Sponsored by Kaplan Early Learning
It’s Elementary! Pursuing NAEYC Accreditation for Pre-K
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12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Making the Leap from Teaching to Administration: Lessons from My First Year as a Center Director | Amanda Wheaton-Collins, University of Southern Indiana Children’s Learning Center |
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Indiana Bureau of Child Care: A Year in Review and Paths to QUALITY™ UPDATE | Bureau of Child Care, Division of Family Resources, Family & Social Services Administration (Repeat, Friday) |
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1:45 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Indiana Bureau of Child Care: A Year in Review and Paths to QUALITY™ Update | Bureau of Child Care, Division of Family Resources, Family & Social Services Administration (Repeat, Saturday)
Preparing Program and Classroom Portfolios: NAEYC Accreditation of Programs for Young Children | National Association for the Education of Young Children
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Servant Leadership in the 21st Century | Alvin Lee, Jr. & Thornton Lee, EtAL Consulting
Quality Infant and Toddler Care: What Directors Need to Know | Mary McMullen, Indiana University & Jim Elicker, Purdue University
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3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Accreditation Can Be Fun! A Jump-Start Guide | Meagan Conley, National Early Childhood Program Accreditation
Strength-Based Leadership in Difficult Times: There Is a Bright Side Somewhere | Nefertiti Bruce, Devereux Early Childhood Initiative - Sponsored by Kaplan Early Learning
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Good to Great! Making Your Child Care Program the Best it Can Be! | Carrie Bale, Huffer Memorial Children’s Center |
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| Advocacy & Public Policy |
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Benefits from the 2010 Indiana Child Care Workforce Study | Dianna Wallace & Candace Shaffer, Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children, Inc.
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Celebrating Month of the Young Child! | Month of the Young Child Committee, Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children, Inc.
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| Communities |
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Making Learning Fun Using Technology: STEM Preparation for "Littles" | Abby Brown & Raylene Jordan, Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library
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| Curriculum & Assessment |
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8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
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The Life-Changing Benefits of Connecting Children with Nature | Susie Wirth, National Arbor Day Foundation, Dimensions Educational Research Foundation (Repeat, Saturday)
The Importance of Rough and Tumble Play | Alissa Mwenelupembe & Cory Lowery, 4C of Southern Indiana
Dialogic Reading: A Read Aloud Strategy to Build Young Children’s Oral Vocabulary | Corinne Eisenhart, RMC Research Corp.
Make Teaching Plans Using Instructional Objectives | Alice Frazeur Cross, Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
Kindergarten, Ready or NOT! | Jamie Madigan, Early Childhood Coalition of Evansville
Art Escapades: Activities to Enrich Developmentally Appropriate Art | Vanessa Vance, Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Columbus
One, Two, Three, Teen, Teen, Twenty: Numbers and Operations Activities for Young Children | Juanita Copley, University of Houston
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The Life-Changing Benefits of Connecting Children with Nature | Susie Wirth, National Arbor Day Foundation & Dimensions Educational Research Foundation (Repeat, Friday)
Storytelling for and with Children | Ceci Maron-Puntarelli & Kristin Blackwell, St. Mark’s Nursery School and Kindergarten
Making Room for Rough and Tumble: The Benefits of Active Play | Beth O’Connor, The Family Connection
Movement that Teaches | Tina Moss & Pat Williams, Rainbow Preschool
Are You Bigger Than Me?: Measurement Activities for Young Children | Juanita Copley, University of Houston (Repeat, Friday)
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11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Using a Look-Move-Build-Sketch Model to Inspire Children to Connect with the Natural World | Susie Wirth, National Arbor Day Foundation, Dimensions Educational Research Foundation
Experiencing Science Through Inquiry: Exploring Water with Children | Karen Jepson-Innes & Diane Pikaard, WonderLab Museum
I’ve Got Your Number! Developmentally Appropriate Practice Math with Hands-On Activities | John Funk, University of Utah - Sponsored by Discount School Supply
Teachable Moments: The Mortar Between the Building Blocks of Early Childhood Education | Kathy Pomeroy, Trine University
One Scene at a Time: Imaginative Play as a Young Person’s Frame of Reference | Vivian Gussin Paley
Music and Language: The Bridge to Literacy | Mr. Al, Child Like Consulting Ltd, Inc. (Repeat, Saturday)
Literacy & Nature: It’s More Than Reading Under a Tree! | Jennifer Mohr, University of Southern Indiana
1-2-3 Getting Ready to Read! | Sharon Post, Butler University
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Ooey Gooey® Squishy Plop | Lisa Murphy, Ooey Gooey, Inc.
Math-Tastic Activities and Investigations with Young Children | Jane Elgin & Patti Wright, 4C of Southern Indiana
Music and Language: The Bridge to Literacy | Mr. Al, Child Like Consulting Ltd., Inc. (Repeat, Friday)
Playing Their Way into Literacy: Toys, Texts, and Technology | Karen Wohlwend, Indiana University
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Dynamic Science Activities | Terri Swain, High Point East |
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1:45 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Making Time for Books and Stories | Lisa Murphy, Ooey Gooey, Inc.
Fostering Emotional Awareness: I’m Not Happy, and I Don’t Know It | Alyce Thompson, Early Childhood Alliance
The Power of Songs to Support Early Learning | Robin Cole & Nicole Zeichner, St. Mark’s Nursery School & Kindergarten
Music for the Mind (and Soul)
Strategies for Social Studies Success | Jill Raisor, University of Southern Indiana & Amanda Hopkins, Joshua Academy Charter School
Are You Bigger Than Me: Measurement Activities for Young Children | Juanita Copley, University of Houston (Repeat, Saturday)
Just Play? No Way! | Kimberly Rule, The Child Care Resource Network
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"Fun"dation Stretchers - Part 1 | Jacqueline Bond & Katie Herzeg, Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children, Inc.
10 Little Hot Dogs Frying in the What??!! | Lisa Murphy, Ooey Gooey, Inc.
EXPLODELS! Exploring Purposeful Learning Opportunities that Develop Extensive Literacy Skills | Vanessa Vance, Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Columbus
Coaching Teachers of Young Children in Mathematics | Juanita Copley, University of Houston
Integrating Math into Everything You Do | Mr. Al, Child Like Consulting, Ltd., Inc.
Why Are You Acting Like That?: Age-Appropriate Discipline | Angela Pickel & Lenore Friedly, Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children, Inc.
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3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Let’s Go Outside! | Lisa Murphy, Ooey Gooey, Inc.
Dinosaurs Galore! | Becky Wolfe, The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis & Jayne Jones, Brown County School Corporation
Teacher! Watch Me Razz-ma-tazz: Supporting Creative Thinking Skills | John Funk, The University of Utah - Sponsored by Discount School Supply
Turning a NO Environmnt Into a YES Environment | Becky Satterfield, Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children, Inc.
Choosing a Curriculum Model: Essentials to Consider | Vicki Gusse & Debbie Kavanaugh Anderson, Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Bloomington
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"Fun"dation Stretchers-Part 2 | Jacqueline Bond & Katie Herzeg, Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children, Inc. | Jane Elgin & Lori Buttram, 4C of Southern Indiana
Actively Experience the Sum of the National Math Standards for Preschool-Age Children | Pegi Stamps & Ann Camey, Constructive Playthings
Time Out! Back to Earth: The Value of Child Development in Nature | Nancy Salerno, Growing Minds Learning Center
The Importance of Early Learning Experiences | Lisa Murphy, Ooey Gooey, Inc.
Connecting Stories with Science the Vivian Paley Way | Linda Taylor, Resa Matlock & Nancy Carlson, Ball State University
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| Diversity & Equity |
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8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
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Thanksgiving: Finding a Better Way to Celebrate the Holiday | Pamela Sebura, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College |
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Multicultural Environments for Infants, Toddlers, and Young Children | Jasmine Zachariah & Ben Planton, Indiana University Children’s Campus Center |
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11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Snip! Snap! Bridging the Gap for Children with Developmental Delays | Carrie Sturges & Susan Martin, CUMNS Kids Nursery School |
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In the Same Boat Now: Appreciating Diversity and Using Children’s Books | Patricia Clark, Ball State University
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Everyone is Welcomed | Christine Garza, Terri Garcia & Courtney Penn, Family Development Services |
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Literacy with Boys in Mind | Anita Manwell, Indiana Wesleyan University |
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| Exceptional Children |
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Movement Difference and Its Impact on People with Autism | Kim Davis, Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
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Sexual Behaviors of Preschool Children: What’s Normal and What’s Not | Lisa Huffman, Ball State University |
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I Am the Sunshine of My Life! | Daniel Hodgins, Early Childhood Consultant |
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Creating the Thinking Child | Daniel Hodgins, Early Childhood Consultant |
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Do You Know What a Developmental Delay Is? | Azar Hadadian, Ball State University |
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What Do I Do with This Kid?: Learning to Respond to the Most Challenging Behaviors | Jenny Spencer, Hancock, Madison, Shelby Educational Services |
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Inside the Minds of Those Fascinating Preschoolers | Daniel Hodgins, Early Childhood Consultant |
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The Magical Mirror: A Reflective Approach to Promoting Social-Emotional Competence | Janice Englander Katz, Clinical Psychologist |
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Faith-Based Early Care and Education
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Talking Has Technique to It: What Teachers Need to Know for Comprehension and Belief Development | Deborah Carter & Mary Liz Youtz, Association of Christian Schools International
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Supporting the Home Visitor and Families | Christine Garza & Terri Garcia, Family Development Services |
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Creating Partnerships Between Families & Early Educators | Kacey Deverell, Early Childhood Alliance |
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Engaging Kindergarten Parents: A Great Foundation to Future School Success | Lisa Cordle, Chapelwood Elementary |
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Family Child Care Homes
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Caring for Multi-Age Groups of Children | Bridget Murray, Henderson Community College |
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The "No Fail" NAFCC Accreditation Observation Visit | Eva Daniels, National Association for Family Child Care |
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If You Build It, They Will Play! | Cindy Bays, Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children, Inc. |
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Marketing Your NAFCC-Accredited Family Child Care | Eva Daniels, National Association for Family Child Care |
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3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Understanding and Nurturing a Child’s Fascination with Superheroes | Shannon Ford & Tikila Welch, Child Care Answers
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This Little Piggy Wanted Free Marketing & This Little Piggy Had None | Stephanie McKinstry, My Caterpillar Clubhouse Child Care & Kimberly Clifton, Freckles and Smiles Child Care
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| Health, Safety & Nutrition |
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Take the Wellness Challenge and Reap the Rewards! ~ for CACFP Participants | Health, Safety & Nutrition | Heather Stinson & Angela Frost, Indiana Department of Education (Repeat, Friday)
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11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Including Children with Food Allergies in Our Early Childhood Classroom | Kresha Warnock, Ball State University
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Healthy Eating and Exercises with Children and Their Families | Nicole King, Kings’ Kidz Learning Center
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Early Years Are Vulnerable Years: Protecting Children from Lead, Pesticides, and Asthma Triggers | Karen Teliha, Indiana Department of Environmental Management, OPPTA |
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Take the Wellness Challenge and Reap the Rewards! ~ for CACFP Participants | Heather Stinson & Angela Frost, Indiana Department of Education (Repeat, Saturday)
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Eating Healthy + Time Outside = Happy Child | Daniel Roussos, Bryan Park Preschool for Global Children
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| Infants & Toddlers |
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Everything About Feeding from Birth to 2 Years | Catherine Seitz & Mary Ewing, Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital |
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Music that Matters for Infants & Toddlers: Songs for Security and Stepping Out | David Kisor, Growing Sound
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Brain Power! Helping Toddlers and Preschoolers Manage Their Emotions | Sierra Roussos, Bryan Park Preschool for Global Children |
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Sign Language: Enhancing Language & Lessening Frustrations | Sara Bingham, Wee Hands® (Repeat, Friday)
Concious Caring: Slowing Ourselves Down to Be Truly Present with Infants & Toddlers | Heather Wenig, Tippecanoe Child Care Center
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Infant Toddler Specialists of Indiana: Who? What is Happening? | Jane Harvey, Infant Toddler Specialists of Indiana & Treshawn Anderson, Graduate Student
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Who? What? When? Where? How?: Asking Questions to Promote Literacy | Carrie Moore, Methodist Temple Children’s Center
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Understanding Primary Care: It Is Not Just Names on the Wall | Laura Lukens-Parker, 4C of Southern Indiana & Karen Ruprecht, Purdue University
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Sign Language: Enhancing Language & Lessening Frustrations | Sara Bingham, Wee Hands® (Repeat, Saturday)
Infants Can Do More: It's Amazing! | Rene Withers & Shannon Garrity, Day Nursery Association
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The Magic in Creating a Great Infant-Toddler Program: What Are the Tricks? | Jane Harvey, Infant Toddler Specialists of Indiana & Shari Mooney, Miller Child Development Laboratory School
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I Think You Are the Best Child from Monday Through Sunday! | Carolyn Amborn, Center for Teacher Effectiveness
Time Out or Take Time (to Resolve Conflicts)? | Rosa Hiestand, Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, South Bend
A Pocket Full of Stories to Carry Home | Darlyn Haskett & Jennifer Worley, Avon-Washington Township Public Library
Songs of Resilience: Music to Build Social and Emotional Skills | David Kisor, Growing Sound
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Options for Earning a Child Development Associate Credential in Indiana | Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children, Inc.
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How to Teach Mathematics Using the Common Core Standards | Ky Leigh Davis, Muskingum University & Debbie Gordon, U.S. Department of Defense (retired)
Re-examining the Classroom Day to Promote School Readiness | Susan Dixon, Early Childhood Center, Indiana Institute on Disability and Commun |
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So THAT’S Why You’re Like That! | Tod Faller, Human Resources Leadership Consultants
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Paths to QUALITY™ Evaluation Update | Jim Elicker, Purdue University |
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Preventing and Intervening with Aggressive Behaviors in Young Children | William DeMeo, Specialty Psychological Services |
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Bully-Proofing Your Early Childhood Program | William DeMeo, Specialty Psychological Services
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How Teachers’ Characteristics Relate to Preschoolers’ Math Learning | Jennifer Dobbs-Oats, Purdue University |
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Paths to QUALITY Evaluation Update | Jim Elicker, Purdue University |
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Preventing and Intervening with Aggressive Behaviors in Young Children | William DeMeo, Specialty Psychological Services
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Bully-Proofing Your Early Childhood Program | William DeMeo, Specialty Psychological Services
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