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11:00am CDT

Empowering Families Through Play
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl
Through a transdisciplinary model we will provide EI therapists with tools they can use to educate families on the importance of play in their child's development. We will demonstrate through play how babies explore their world and work toward developmental milestones. Participants will learn how to use play to empower families to meet their child's foundational growth.
Speakers
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Sara Lemons

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, The Bell Center
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Cindy Florence

ECSE Teacher, The Bell Center
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Kierstin Cusumano

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, The Bell Center
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Angela Anselmo

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, The Bell Center
avatar for The Bell Center for Early Intervention Programs

The Bell Center for Early Intervention Programs

Program Director, The Bell Center for Early Intervention Programs
The Bell Center is dedicated to maximizing the potential of children from birth to three years of age who are at risk for developmental delay. Since 1984, The Bell Center has provided best-in-class early intervention services in the only center-based program of its kind in Alabam... Read More →
Chair Time The Bell Center pdf
Play for Infants and Babies The Bell Center pdf
Play Ideas for Home The Bell Center pdf
STAGES AND STRATEGIES FOR TOY PLAY The Bell Center pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl
  By Practitioners for Practitioners

11:00am CDT

It Takes a Village: Community Partnerships Supporting Inclusive Childcare
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 3 - 1st fl
Hear from inclusive childcare providers and interventionists about partnerships to meet child, family, and teacher needs. This creative blend of individualized supports includes PD/coaching, EI, public preschool, Head Start, music therapy, and community-based mental health and related services. Challenges such as limited funding and personnel burnout will be addressed.
Speakers
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Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 3 - 1st fl
  By Practitioners for Practitioners

11:00am CDT

Big Feelings! Using the HUGS Framework to Build Responsive Interactions
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl
All behavior is communication. Reading the message behind the child’s behavior can help parents and caregivers respond in ways that diffuse tense situations, build positive social-emotional skills, and coregulate. In this session learn to use the HUGS framework to 1) hear children’s cues 2) understand the child’s underlying message 3) give a response and 4) build success.
Speakers
avatar for April Robinson
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Danielle Gaglio

Occupational Therapist, Family, Infant & Preschool Program (FIPP)
Communicating with your child using H.U.G.S. 1 pdf
Tune in and hear your childs cues HUGS2 pdf
Letting your child know you understand HUGS3 pdf
Giving your child support HUGS4 pdf
4 Steps to Diffuse Challenging Social Interactions pdf
HUGS References pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl
  Practice

11:00am CDT

Community-Engaged Research: Cultivating Meaningful Researcher-Practitioner
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 15 - 1st fl
Community-engaged research (CER) involves collaboration between researchers and community members, and emphasizes mutual respect, shared decision-making, and the integration of community perspectives into research design, implementation, and dissemination. Participants will learn about CER and gain practical strategies for engaging meaningfully in research partnerships.
Speakers
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Alana Schnitz

Assistant Research Professor/ Assistant Professor, Juniper Gardens Children's Project/ University of Kansas Department of Special Education
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Kathryn Bigelow

Associate Research Professor, Juniper Gardens Children's Project, University of Kansas
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 15 - 1st fl
  Practice

11:00am CDT

Developing Meaningful Relationships with Parents of Neurodiverse Students
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Burgundy - 1st fl
The relationship between educators and parents is vital to the education of all students, particularly those who are neurodiverse. Studies show parents of those with learning differences have the least amount of parental involvement and the worst relationships. This session will teach the “know, like, and trust” factors necessary to create meaningful relationships.


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Speakers
avatar for Shelley Kenow

Shelley Kenow

Founder and CEO, Shelley Kenow Education Consultant
I am a professional development provider for all things special education.  I offer PD for behavior, working with paraprofessionals, being a paraprofessional, writing a due process proof IEP, collaborating with parents, writing clear accommodations and modifications, getting buy... Read More →
DEC DMRPNS pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Burgundy - 1st fl
  Practice

11:00am CDT

Caregiver Coaching in EI: Partnering to Support Children & Families
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 7 - 1st fl
This session will explore caregiver coaching for early interventionists. We define research-based coaching quality indicators of fostering trusting relationships, joint planning, observation, guided practice, reflection, and feedback and reflect on video vignettes from real-world EI sessions to discuss how providers support caregivers’ confidence and competence.
Speakers
avatar for Serena Wheeler

Serena Wheeler

Assistant Professor and Associate Director, Coaching in Early Intervention Training and Mentorship Program, University of Louisville
I train and mentor EI Providers in a statewide PD program and support ongoing program quality and improvements efforts. My primary areas of interest are evidence-based practices related to effective PD for early intervention providers and caregiver coaching to build family capaci... Read More →
avatar for Minda Kohner-Coogle

Minda Kohner-Coogle

Early Intervention Specialist Coach, University of Louisville
I work for Coaching in Early Intervention Training and Mentorship Program, which provides professional development around caregiver coaching to early interventionists in the state of Kentucky.  I am a Speech Language Pathologist.  Let's chat about caregiver coaching, early intervention... Read More →
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Scott Tomchek

Professor, University of Louisville
Caregiver Coaching in EI Partnership DEC 2024 9.13.24 pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 7 - 1st fl
  Professional Development

11:00am CDT

How Enhancing the Virtual Delivery of PBC is Changing the Early Childhood Landscape
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 12 - 1st fl
Learn how New Mexico enhanced their Practice-Based Coaching model through the use of technology and virtual delivery.  Engage in a dialogue around state-wide implementation and expansion strategies to have a greater impact on early childhood educators. Learn collaboratively about the celebrations, challenges, and next steps to create a systematic coaching frame with data driven analysis.
Speakers
avatar for Amanda Rottman

Amanda Rottman

Early Childhood Instructional Coaching Coordinator, Central Region Educational Cooperative
avatar for Dr. Mary Jimerson

Dr. Mary Jimerson

Early Childhood Instructional Coach, Central Region Educational Cooperative
Dr. Mary Jimerson is an Early Childhood Instructional Coach with the Central Region Education Cooperative (CREC). Mary began her career teaching at a small private preschool while living in Minnesota. Shortly after teaching preschoolers and moving to New Mexico she became interested... Read More →
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Sylvia Chavez

Early Childhood Instructional Coach, Central Region Educational Cooperative
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Gina Turowski

Early Childhood Instructional Coach, Central Region Educational Cooperative
Example of coaching NM PBC mp4
NM PBC NonNegotiables July2024 pdf
PBC in NM Trifold Brochure 3.8.2024 pdf
Mentimeter Results Virtual Delivery of PBC is Changing the Early Childhood Landscape in New Mexico 9.2024 pdf
How PBC is Changing the Early Childhood Landscape in NM 11 16 23 (1) pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 12 - 1st fl
  Professional Development

11:00am CDT

Reimagining Technical Assistance to Facilitate Success and Equity
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 4 - 1st fl
The presentation will review a variety of examples where equity- and relationship-centered technical assistance (TA) has been provided to the early childhood workforce across multiple disciplines, settings, and systems. Participants will think critically and develop possibilities for success using vignettes based on actual examples of the creative implementation of TA.
Speakers
avatar for Desiree Yoro Yoo

Desiree Yoro Yoo

Early Childhood Equity Infant Mental Health Workforce Specialist, WestEd
Desiree Yoro Yoo is the eldest child of Filipino immigrants and has 2 children with her husband who she has been friends with since high school. Desiree was fortunate to have been raised alongside her cousins and has fond memories of spending time with them after school every day... Read More →
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Diana De la Lanza

Early Childhood Equity & Infant Mental Health Workforce Specialist, WestEd
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Monica Mathur-Kalluri

Project Director, WestEd
DEC 2024 Reimagining Technical Assistance pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 4 - 1st fl
  Professional Development

1:30pm CDT

Out-of-The-Box Transition Planning
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 9 - 1st fl
The KSSC highlights the transition experience for children and families, but transition options for those families are often scarce. Service Coordinators and families can use creative thinking to find solutions that match the family’s goals, vision, and culture. Transition should be collaborative, individualized, and lifespan-oriented.
Speakers
avatar for Charissa Darland

Charissa Darland

Educational Resources Specialist, Indiana University Bloomington
avatar for Janet Ballard

Janet Ballard

Research Associate, Indiana University Bloomington
Janet has worked in the field of early childhood since 1993. She has been a developmental therapist in Indiana’s Early Intervention program (First Steps), a Bureau of Child Development Services State Program Consultant, developed and oversaw the day-to-day operations of an Early... Read More →
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 9 - 1st fl
  Family

1:30pm CDT

The Five Ws To Promote Equitable and Inclusive Policy and Systems Changes in Your States *Spotlight Session*
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 22 - 1st fl
This session will explore opportunities for DEC members to influence policy changes for more equitable and inclusive early childhood systems for young children with disabilities and developmental delay using the 5 Ws framework (Who, What, When, Why, How).  You already know the WHY – early childhood systems are not working for families with young children with disabilities and developmental delays. This session will provide an introduction for attendees to understand WHAT state-level policy and systems change is all about and some of the hot topics states are tackling; WHO can help you make the changes you want to see; WHEN the windows of opportunity for policy change happens in states; and HOW you can influence and strengthen early childhood policies.

This session will also include a panel of state-level advocates discussing ways to get started in advocacy, how to engage families and providers in advocacy work, and other ways they have brought the 5 Ws to life.
Speakers
avatar for Mina Hong

Mina Hong

Director, Consulting, Start Early
avatar for Leanne Barrett

Leanne Barrett

Rhode Island KIDS COUNT
Leanne is a Senior Policy Analyst at Rhode Island KIDS COUNT and works to improve early childhood policy statewide (Birth – Age 8). She is the coordinator of the RIght from the Start Campaign and the Rhode Island Early Learning Council. Leanne has been a leader in developing state... Read More →
avatar for Karen Berman

Karen Berman

Managing Director, Advocacy and Policy, Start Early
 I am so happy to be joining everyone for this conference. I focus on advocacy for children and families and state level systems change to support more equitable access to high quality and inclusive early childhood experiences for child with or at risk for developmental disabilities... Read More →
avatar for Caitlin Conley

Caitlin Conley

Kentucky Early Intervention Providers Association
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avatar for Zareen Kamal

Zareen Kamal

Policy Specialist, Start Early
DEC Conference Five Ws Spotlight Session 2024 pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 22 - 1st fl
  Policy

1:30pm CDT

Data Inquiry Cycle: Equity Considerations at Every Stage - DaSy Partnership
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl
Participants will learn about the new DaSy Data Inquiry Cycle stages and how they apply to equity within early intervention and early childhood special education work with data. Attendees will also consider how to leverage critical questions, identify next steps for improvement, and support essential conditions for embedding equity in the data inquiry cycle.
Speakers
avatar for Sheresa Blanchard
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avatar for Nicholas Ortiz

Nicholas Ortiz

TA Specialist, DaSy & ECTA Centers, SRI International
Ortiz is a national TA provider with the DaSy Center and ECTA Center. In this role, he supports state Part C and Part B 619 teams with the child outcomes indicators in their annual performance reports to the Office of Special Education Programs. He also facilitates learning communities... Read More →
avatar for Kathy Hebbeler

Kathy Hebbeler

Senior Principal Education Researcher, SRI International
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GK
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl
  Practice

1:30pm CDT

Eat Sleep Console Method: EI's Role in Addressing Service Gaps
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Chequers - 2nd fl
This presentation will explore the integration of the ESC model for babies who have been exposed to opioids prenatally and the role of EI programs, emphasizing its instrumental role in addressing service gaps for infants and families. We will provide insights from Jackson County, Oregon's EI program, showcasing how this approach aligns with DEC recommended practices.
Speakers
avatar for Stacy Inman

Stacy Inman

Director of Jackson County EI/ECSE, Douglas ESD
With over 25 years of experience in Early Childhood education, I am a dedicated mother of a 7-year-old boy and hold a Master's degree in Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE). My passion lies in supporting young children and their families, ensuring that every... Read More →
avatar for Megan Glaze

Megan Glaze

Infant Family Teacher- Service Coordinator, Jackson County EI/ECSE
I am a Service Coordinator with Jackson County Early Intervention (a Program of Douglas ESD). I received a Master’s Degree in Special Education from California State University, Chico and hold teaching credentials in Special Education and General Education. I began working in the... Read More →
NICU Collaboration Form pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Chequers - 2nd fl
  Practice

1:30pm CDT

Resources to Support Meaningful Participation and Quality Inclusion
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl
This session is about increasing participants’ knowledge of resources that are available at no-cost to support each child’s access to meaningful participation and foster quality inclusive classrooms with emphasis on the areas of Environment, Instruction, and Interaction. Examples related to supporting children ages three to five within a classroom will be featured.
Speakers
avatar for Allison Jones

Allison Jones

TA Specialist, ECTA
The ECTA Center supports state IDEA Part C and Part B, Section 619 programs in developing more equitable, effective, and sustainable state and local systems, that support access and full participation for each and every young child with a disability, and their family.
avatar for Lisa M. Gehring

Lisa M. Gehring

Early Childhood Specialist/TA Provider, Virginia Training & Technical Assistance Center at Old Dominion University
Lisa currently serves as an Early Childhood Specialist for the Virginia Department of Education's Training and Technical Assistance Center (TTAC) at Old Dominion University. Her passion for supporting young children with disabilities has been evident across settings, with a commitment... Read More →
Supporting3 5yearolds with DEC RPs Accessible Slides pptx
Official DEC 2014 Recommended Practices with Examples (6) pdf
INS 2 Embedded Instruction 2018 pdf
INT 1 Adult Child Interaction 2018 es pdf
INT 1 Adult Child Interaction 2018 pdf
PGF INS3 encouraging 2018 es pdf
PGP INS3 embedded 2018 pdf
PGP INS3 embedded 2018 es pdf
PGF INS3 encouraging 2018 pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl
  Practice

1:30pm CDT

We're In This Together: Creating a Co-Conspirator Relationship Framework
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 4 - 1st fl
This presentation introduces childcare professionals to the co-conspirator relationship framework (CCRF). Developed out of DisCrit, the Pedagogy of Resistance, and childism, CCRF calls on all professionals who work with children with disabilities to value, uplift, and stand in solidarity with those they serve.
Speakers
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Anna Mei Piro

Doctoral Student, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Zhe An

Assistant Professor, University of Wisconsin-Madison
DEC 2024 Handout pdf
We're In This Together DEC 2024 Final pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 4 - 1st fl
  Practice

1:30pm CDT

Calm is Overrated: How to Nurture Resilience as an Antidote to Burnout
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 19 - 1st fl
Join us for a transformative session designed to offer equitable and essential social emotional skills to resource caregivers in understanding the myriad of factors that play into nervous system regulation.
Gain insight into your specific stress reactions and acquire a set of non-pathologizing, evidence-based techniques that offer immediate relief and long-term support.
Speakers
avatar for Danielle Brunson

Danielle Brunson

CEO, TNP Wellness
At TNP, we've been dedicated to enhancing well-being in educational settings since 2019, with a special focus on teacher wellness and student accessibility. Our approach is multifaceted:Teacher Wellness: We recognize that teacher well-being is crucial for creating a positive learning... Read More →
TW
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 19 - 1st fl
  Professional Development

1:30pm CDT

Coaching the Coach to Support Caregivers: A Cascading Approach to Coaching
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 3 - 1st fl
This session will explore coaching approaches to enhance EI providers’ practices and improve child & family outcomes. We’ll discuss the roles and benefits of systematic coaching practices and hear from families, providers, and PD specialists via video recorded interviews, meetings, and EI sessions, and reflect on opportunities to infuse elements into practices.


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Speakers
avatar for Serena Wheeler

Serena Wheeler

Assistant Professor and Associate Director, Coaching in Early Intervention Training and Mentorship Program, University of Louisville
I train and mentor EI Providers in a statewide PD program and support ongoing program quality and improvements efforts. My primary areas of interest are evidence-based practices related to effective PD for early intervention providers and caregiver coaching to build family capaci... Read More →
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Scott Tomchek

Professor, University of Louisville
avatar for Minda Kohner-Coogle

Minda Kohner-Coogle

Early Intervention Specialist Coach, University of Louisville
I work for Coaching in Early Intervention Training and Mentorship Program, which provides professional development around caregiver coaching to early interventionists in the state of Kentucky.  I am a Speech Language Pathologist.  Let's chat about caregiver coaching, early intervention... Read More →
Cascading Coaching DEC 2024 9.12.24 pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 3 - 1st fl
  Professional Development

1:30pm CDT

Writing for Practitioner Publications: Encouraging Authorship for All (OSEP)
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
In this session, we'll discuss the transformative power of practitioner-focused articles when the experiences of practitioners, educators, families, and disabled adults are centered. In this session, you will learn tips, receive guidance, and discover resources available to include and support authors who identify among these groups across phases of article writing.

Joint Session: Publications and Products Committee & DEC Journal Editors
Speakers
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Lori Meyer

Associate Professor, University of Vermont
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Angel Fettig

Associate Professor, University of Washington
avatar for Hsiu-Wen Yang

Hsiu-Wen Yang

Researcher, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
MK
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
  Professional Development

1:30pm CDT

Can Family Confidence Help with the Effects of Caregiver Burden on FQoL?
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl
We analyzed the effects of caregiver burden and family confidence on FQoL in 58 Spanish families in early intervention. Hierarchical regression and mediation analyses were used. FqoL ratings were influenced by income, burden and confidence. More confident mopthers showed higher FQoL. Family confidence helped lessen the impact of burden on FQoL.
Speakers
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Margarita Canadas

Catholic University of Valencia
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CE
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl
  Research

1:30pm CDT

Neurodivergent Play! A Different Way! (presenter Amy Nelson, Keynote Speaker)
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
Grand Ballroom C (General Sessions) - 1st fl
To support neurodivergent children, we must recognize that different brains need different approaches! Diverse needs necessitate implementing various strategies, sensory supports, and environmental modifications. This workshop will teach you how to understand better, appreciate, and support neurodivergent play.  Ages: 3-8

Speakers
avatar for Amy Nelson

Amy Nelson

💜 Keynote Speaker 💙 Preschool Play Therapist 💛 Award Winning Children's Book Author 💚 Founder of Emotional Milestones, Emotional Milestones
Meet 'Quirky Kid' Amy Nelson, the creative force behind the award-winning children's book Every Bunny Can Learn: A Tail of Inclusion. With firsthand experience as an autistic professional and extensive expertise as a Play Therapist and Social Emotional Learning Coach/Consultant... Read More →
NDPLAY DEC2024 EM 9.18.2024 pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
Grand Ballroom C (General Sessions) - 1st fl
  By Practitioners for Practitioners

2:45pm CDT

The More We Get Together, the Happier We'll Be
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Prince of Wales - 2nd fl
EI professionals, childcare providers and community programs can create welcoming and inclusive interactions for all infants, toddlers, and families. We will consider the ways we can support children of all abilities at home, at childcare, and in the community, to promote access and participation for all.
Speakers
avatar for Meg Liebreich

Meg Liebreich

PD Training Consultant and Physical Therapist, EITP
Handout inclusion session pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Prince of Wales - 2nd fl
  By Practitioners for Practitioners

2:45pm CDT

Supporting Families with LEP Through Culturally Responsive Practices
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 7 - 1st fl
In homes where families have Limited English Proficiency, culturally responsive professionals and interpreters are key in delivering quality service and fostering family-professional relationships. This session explores issues and situations that affect the provision of quality services to all families.
Speakers
avatar for Maria Matticks

Maria Matticks

Professional Development Consultant, EITP at University of Illinois
avatar for Keena Sims

Keena Sims

Project Manager, EITP at the University of Illinois
Supporting Families Through Culturally Responsive Practices pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 7 - 1st fl
  Family

2:45pm CDT

A Deeper Dive into State Policy Change Opportunities *Spotlight Session*
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 22 - 1st fl
This session will offer a world café model for attendees to explore early childhood disability policy issues they would like to influence.  Each table will have a different early childhood policy topic for discussion -- Early Intervention access, Early Childhood Special Education and inclusion across settings, child care access for children with disabilities, and another topic(s)   Each table will start with a state spark story to get the discussion going, with opportunities for attendees to identify specific activities (guided by a worksheet ) they can take back to their home states to begin to explore policy change opportunities.
Speakers
avatar for Mina Hong

Mina Hong

Director, Consulting, Start Early
DEC State Policy Breakout Worksheet Sept 2024 pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 22 - 1st fl
  Policy

2:45pm CDT

Foundations of the Neurorelational Framework - Nurturing Well Being For All
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 3 - 1st fl
The NeuroRelational Framework helps practitioners and families identify stress and regulation in adults and children. It emphasizes the importance of sleep for optimal development, and the importance of relationships across the lifespan, starting in early childhood. Participants will see themselves in the framework and their role in supporting children’s brain development.
Speakers
avatar for Twyla Bruce

Twyla Bruce

Early Childhood Services Manager, GRIT-Edmonton
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Neurorelational Framework final DEC WORKBOOK docx
Neurorelational Framework DEC final ppt No Notes pptx
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 3 - 1st fl
  Practice

2:45pm CDT

Collaboration and Teaming in Early Childhood Personnel Preparation
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 15 - 1st fl
To address the critical need of preparing high quality professionals to collaboratively serve young children with disabilities and their families, session presenters will share their unique experience from three institutions and strategies in developing and implementing an interdisciplinary Master’s level personnel training program.
Speakers
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Ching-I Chen

Associate Professor, Kent State University
avatar for Zhen Chai

Zhen Chai

Professor, California State University, Northridge
avatar for Serra Acar

Serra Acar

Associate Professor, University of Massachusetts, Boston
Dr. Acar is an associate professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Her research includes culturally and linguistically responsive assessment practices in early intervention/early childhood special education.
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Kizzy Albritton

Associate Professor, The University of Texas at Austin
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avatar for Debbi Berry Malmberg

Debbi Berry Malmberg

California State University, Northridge
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 15 - 1st fl
  Professional Development

2:45pm CDT

Understanding Mother-Educators Raising Children with Disabilities
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 12 - 1st fl
Despite legal mandates, family engagement in special education remains uneven, particularly across ethnoracial lines. Our study interviewed 25 special education professional mothers parenting children receiving part C and part B services. Findings underscore challenges faced by this group of mother-educators while advocating for their children.
Speakers
avatar for Ruby Batz

Ruby Batz

Assistant Professor, University of Nevada, Reno
I am a former preschool and special Ed teacher. Currently I research and teach about family engagement in EI/ECSE examining aspects of race/ethnicity, language and disability. I’m interested in improving EI/ECSE systems and working collaboratively with others to do so. 
avatar for Sheresa Blanchard
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 12 - 1st fl
  Research

4:00pm CDT

Creating a Collaborative Space for Learning Through a Community of Practice
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
A Community of Practice (CoP) is an effective, equitable, and culturally supportive platform that enhances professional learning, improves family engagement, and strengthens community relationships, while utilizing funds of knowledge. We will analyze the characteristics of a successful CoP and participants will design an individualized framework.
Speakers
avatar for Kimberlee Telford

Kimberlee Telford

Program Specialist, University of Nebraska: Buffett Early Childhood Institute
avatar for Helen Evans
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Molly Colling

Birth to 5 Program Specialist, Buffett Early Childhood Institute
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CoP Final DEC (1) pdf
4 phases pdf
belonging inclusion diversity equity pdf
Community of Practice Resources pdf
identity & positionality pdf
passing the fitness test pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
  By Practitioners for Practitioners

4:00pm CDT

Moving From “Compassion Fatigue” to “Compassion Satisfaction”
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl
Over 50% of children in early childhood settings have experienced trauma. Meanwhile, early educators support and nurture this population under their own emotional, physical and financial stressors. This session helps practitioners to build positive supports, proactively nurturing “Compassion Satisfaction” rather than surviving “Compassion Fatigue.”


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Speakers
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Teri Dawn Pentz

Clinical Training Supervisor, Theiss Center for Child and Adolescent Trauma
avatar for Kimberly Blair, PhD

Kimberly Blair, PhD

Program Director, Child and Adolescent Trauma Services (CATS) Outpatient Program, UPMC Theiss Center for Child & Adolescent Trauma
Moving from Compassion Fatigue to Compassion Satisfaction DEC 2024 pdf
Compassion Satisfaction Fatigue Self Test pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl
  By Practitioners for Practitioners

4:00pm CDT

Caregiver Implemented Intervention: Building Confidence and Competence
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 19 - 1st fl
Caregiver-implemented intervention is a teaching approach that systematically supports caregivers in leading their child toward family-prioritized goals. The approach prioritizes cultural preference, adult learning styles, and is strength-focused. Case studies and video examples of techniques with discussions on implementation strategies will promote participant learning.
Speakers
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avatar for Megan Kunze

Megan Kunze

Assistant Research Professor, Megan Kunze
avatar for Alexis Bacon-Yates
Caregiver Implemented Intervention Building CII Competence in Families and Ourselves pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 19 - 1st fl
  Family

4:00pm CDT

Got Equity? Wisconsin's Journey to Advancing Racial Health Equity in EI.
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Chequers - 2nd fl
This session examines the ECTA Equity Fact Sheet and cross walks components applicable to Early Intervention with policies, practices and professional development activities provided by the Wisconsin (Part C) Birth to 3 Program including the use of data to identify disparities. Using disparity analysis, we can help other states address racial equity in Early Intervention.
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avatar for Melissa Velez

Melissa Velez

Professional Development Specialist, CESA 5
avatar for Regena Floyd-Sambou

Regena Floyd-Sambou

Children and Family Program Specialist, WI Dept of Health Services
Got Equity Wisconsin’s Journey to Advancing Access and Racial Health Equity in Early Intervention FINAL pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Chequers - 2nd fl
  Practice

4:00pm CDT

Navigating New Waters: Immigrant Families Special Education Experiences
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 3 - 1st fl
This session provides information about the lived experiences of immigrant Somali, Hmong, and Mexican caregivers of children receiving special education services. This presentation highlights commonalities, unique representations, and socioculturally sustaining strategies to guide the work of educators in supporting children and families from various ethnic backgrounds.
Speakers
avatar for L. Lynn Stansberry Brusnahan

L. Lynn Stansberry Brusnahan

Parent and Professor, University of St Thomas
avatar for Deeqaifrah Hussein

Deeqaifrah Hussein

Executive Director of Special Education, Minneapolis Public Schools
I'm passionate about speaking authentic parent engagement, making instructional decisions using data, interdepartmental collaboration, cultural responsive service delivery and equitable evaluations.
KD
2024 Immigrant DEC pdf
2024 DEC Navigating pptx
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 3 - 1st fl
  Practice

4:00pm CDT

Exploring Assessment: PD That Supports Shared Understanding and Practice
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Prince of Wales - 2nd fl
What is the difference between evaluation and ongoing assessment? Which tools should we use? How do we ensure that practitioners are assessing with fidelity? This session will outline how one state Part C Program addressed these questions through the investigation of assessment tools and creation of Professional Development opportunities to support practice.
Speakers
avatar for Becky Hoffman

Becky Hoffman

Professional Development Specialist, CESA5 RESource for the WI Birth to 3 Program
avatar for René Forsythe

René Forsythe

Professional Development Specialist, CESA 5
I've been with the Portage Project at CESA5 for over 28 years, serving in a variety of roles that focus on building the capacity of families and organizations. Currently, I am the coordinator of the Family Service Credential and support early intervention programs in Wisconsin as... Read More →
Exploring Assessment Slides pdf
Evaluation Exploration Resources 2023 pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Prince of Wales - 2nd fl
  Professional Development

4:00pm CDT

Honoring the Whole Child Through Culturally Responsive Family Engagement
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 12 - 1st fl
This workshop will examine how to build equitable collaborations with families in early childhood settings by examining the role of race, culture, class, and power in shaping those relationships. Participants will reflect on how transformative policies and practices can ensure equitable access to high quality early care and education for their children and families.
Speakers
avatar for Lynne Hall

Lynne Hall

Research Associate, Indiana University Bloomington
M.S. Ed.
avatar for Janet Ballard

Janet Ballard

Research Associate, Indiana University Bloomington
Janet has worked in the field of early childhood since 1993. She has been a developmental therapist in Indiana’s Early Intervention program (First Steps), a Bureau of Child Development Services State Program Consultant, developed and oversaw the day-to-day operations of an Early... Read More →
Small Group Scenario 1 Maria pdf
Small Group Scenario 2 Becky pdf
Small Group Scenario 3 Elizabeth pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 12 - 1st fl
  Professional Development

4:00pm CDT

Let's Get Physical: Tools to Help Children Get Moving
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl
The CDC (2019) recommends that children aged 3-5 years old should be active throughout the day. In this session, we will explore research, activities, and tools to help you foster active opportunities for your children, students, and families. Join us to play, collaborate, and have fun while learning how to facilitate children's movement!
Speakers
PK

Paula Kerchenski

Assistant Professor, Utah Tech University
CM
avatar for Jennifer Buchter

Jennifer Buchter

professor, Eatern Illinois University
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl
  Professional Development

4:00pm CDT

The Power of Teaming and Collaboration in Personnel Preparation
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 7 - 1st fl
This session presents opportunities afforded by professional development focused on teaming and collaboration. Using an interactive format with audience participation, this session will illustrate how teaming and collaboration EI/ECSE Standards & RPs can be addressed using a 3-phase case study approach in interdisciplinary personnel preparation and professional development
Speakers
JK
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 7 - 1st fl
  Professional Development

4:00pm CDT

Implementing the Federal Inclusion Policy Statement (OSEP)
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 13 - 1st fl
This session will highlight the federal Policy Statement on Inclusion of Children in Early Childhood Programs and provide examples of how states and local programs have implemented recommendations from the policy statement.  Resources that state and local programs can use to implement the policy statement will also be shared.
Speakers
avatar for Christy Kavulic

Christy Kavulic

Director, Research to Practice Division, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)
Christy Kavulic is the Director of the Research to Practice Division in the Office of Special Education Programs in the US Department of Education. In this position, she oversees the development and management of discretionary grants funded under the Individuals with Disabilities... Read More →
avatar for Alissa Rausch

Alissa Rausch

Faculty, University of Denver
DEC OSEP 2024 pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 13 - 1st fl
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