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Wednesday, September 18
 

11:00am CDT

Front Room People: Family Experiences with Culturally Unresponsive EI
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
This session shares the experiences of families with marginalized identities in EI in their own words to help provide real world context for Bradshaw’s Framework for Culturally Responsive Early Intervention. Family’s suggestions for how EI providers can better meet client’s cultural needs are included.
Speakers
avatar for Megan Schumaker Murphy

Megan Schumaker Murphy

Assistant Professor, Salem State University
Dr. Megan Schumaker-Murphy is an assistant professor in the McKeown School of Education at Salem State University. Her research interests include early intervention service provision and culturally responsive teaching.
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Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
  Family

11:00am CDT

The Bridge to Civility 2.0: Continuing the Conversation
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Marlboro A - 2nd fl
Our work is based on grounded theory. We continue to observe many examples of disrespect as the norm of behavior. We need to shift direction from disrespect to civility. Through guiding questions, discussions, and experiences of the participants, we will expand our model. The intent is to expand the civility model frame through participants’ perspectives.
Speakers
avatar for Suzanne Martin

Suzanne Martin

Professor emerita, University of Central Florida
Recently retired and getting back to my roots in early childhood.
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Evaluation The Bridge to Civility 2 docx
The Bridge to civility 2 survey docx
Summary The Bridge to Civility 2 docx
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Marlboro A - 2nd fl
  Policy

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

Exploring Playmate Preferences in Early Childhood Classrooms
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 18- 1st fl
We discuss recent research exploring how children’s playmate preferences change after participating in an adapted version of a peer mediated intervention. We review methods for collecting and analyzing social network data of children’s playmate preferences and how practitioners and researchers can use these data in their efforts to promote children's social connectedness.
Speakers
avatar for Abby Taylor

Abby Taylor

Data manager, Wisconsin alliance for infant mental health
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Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 18- 1st fl
  Practice

11:00am CDT

Prevent Marginalization and Promote Resilience in Trauma-Informed Care
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl
Trauma-informed care can create a safe and supportive environment for young children who have experienced trauma and their families. However, if not approached carefully, children and their families could be further marginalized. This presentation discusses practical strategies to prevent marginalization and promote resilience in trauma-informed care.
Speakers
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Zhe An

Assistant Professor, University of Wisconsin-Madison
avatar for songtian zeng

songtian zeng

associate professor, University of Massachusetts Boston
DEC 2024 TIC Handout docx
DEC 2024 TIC References docx
20240917 DEC 2024 TIC PPT pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl
  Practice

11:00am CDT

Examining Equity in the Early Intervention Pipeline: A Scoping Review
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 19 - 1st fl
IDEA (2004) mandates that eligible infants and toddlers with disabilities receive high-quality and non-discriminatory EI services. Yet, the factors that influence children’s and families’ equitable access to the varied steps in the EI pipeline, from referral to transition, are not well known. This presentation shares the results of a scoping review examining such factors.
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. 
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avatar for Margaret Gillis

Margaret Gillis

Principal Researcher, SRI International
avatar for Sheresa Blanchard
Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 19 - 1st fl
  Research

1:30pm CDT

Improving Reflection and Practice: EI Competencies
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl
This presentation reviews the process and use of EI Competencies designed by stakeholders to support the reflection and practice of Early Intervention professionals in their growth as leaders in EI. The competency areas include family-centered practices, professionalism, evidence- based practice, collaboration and consultation, and administration and supervision.
Speakers
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Kristen Votava

Associate Professor, University of North Dakota
avatar for Roxane Romanick

Roxane Romanick

Self-employed, NA
Roxane Romanick is the Executive Director of Designer Genes of North Dakota.  Roxane's lived experience comes from being the "momager" for Elizabeth who is 24, graduated from college with an associate's in Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional, works for ND’s UCED... Read More →
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl
  By Practitioners for Practitioners

1:30pm CDT

Watch this! The Steps to Intentional Modeling
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Marlboro B - 2nd fl
Building caregiver confidence and capacity is an essential goal of early intervention. Caregiver coaches make intentional decisions about the level of support provided to caregivers during early intervention visits. Learn how to decide when to use the highest level of scaffolding, intentional modeling, and how to do it effectively.
Speakers
avatar for Rebekah Norris

Rebekah Norris

Speech-Language Pathologist, Family, Infant & Preschool Program (FIPP)
avatar for Kaitlin Porter

Kaitlin Porter

Physical Therapist, Family, Infant and Preschool Program (FIPP)
5 Ways to Scaffold Caregiver Learning pdf
Scaffolding caregiver learning plain text pdf
Intentional Modeling Plain text pdf
Steps to Intentional Modeling pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Marlboro B - 2nd fl
  By Practitioners for Practitioners

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

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

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
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Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
  Professional Development

1:30pm CDT

Adapting and Evaluating the FBSApp for Spanish-Speaking Families
Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Burgundy - 1st fl
This presentation will focus on the methods, results, and future implications resulting from a mixed methods study on the adaptation and evaluation of the FBSApp for Spanish-speaking families of young children with challenging behaviors. Attendees will leave with practical methods for adapting and expanding their research and practice for diverse families.
Speakers
avatar for Claire Winchester

Claire Winchester

Coach, consultant, & researcher, Growth Early Childhood Behavior Coaching
Claire Winchester, Ph.D, BCBA-D is an international early childhood behavior coach, consultant, and researcher with a specialization in supporting the families, teachers, and organizations that support young children. As the founder and operator of Growth Early Childhood Behavior... Read More →
avatar for Erin Barton

Erin Barton

Consultant, Barton Consulting
Erin E. Barton, PhD, BCBA-D, is an international educational consultant and founder of Barton Consulting, LLC and Faculty for the Pyramid Model Consortium. She has worked as a special education teacher and as a university professor, previously at Vanderbilt. She taught graduate-level... Read More →
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Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Burgundy - 1st fl
  Research

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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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

CDC Milestones and ASQ-3 and Other Screening Tools: Illustrating the Differences Between Developmental Surveillance and Screening Tools
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Marlboro B - 2nd fl
Developmental surveillance and screen are critical components of a monitoring system. In this interactive session we will describe the use of CDC Milestone for surveillance and the ASQ-3 and other screening tools available to identify infants and your children in need of further evaluation.
Speakers
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Amie Lopez

Doctoral Student
avatar for Bethanne Vergean

Bethanne Vergean

CT Learn the SIgns Act Early Ambassador, UCONN UCEDD
Bethanne Vergean provides technical assistance and training for Connecticut’s Early Childhood system. Her work over the past 20 years has been centered on improving developmental monitoring in Connecticut. Through her dedicated advocacy, she has developed strong networking systems... Read More →
avatar for Mary Beth Bruder

Mary Beth Bruder

UCEDD/ECPC Director, UNIV OF CONNECTICUT HEALTH CTR
Infants & Young Children is an interdisciplinary journal focusing on children with disabilities or at risk for disability age birth to five years and their families. Of special interest are articles involving innovative interventions, summaries of important research developments and... Read More →
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Marlboro B - 2nd fl

2:45pm CDT

Navigating Intra-Family Conflict for Service Coordinators in EI
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Chequers - 2nd fl
Prolonged conflict between parents can be harmful to a child and challenging for service coordinators to work within. This interactive session will introduce the CADRE Early Intervention Service Provider Resource: Navigating Intra-Family Conflict and provide opportunities to discuss strategies such as establishing roles, boundary setting , and de-escalating high emotions.
Speakers
avatar for Elisabeth Teller

Elisabeth Teller

Part C Family Liaison / Supervision & Monitoring, CT Office of Early Childhood
avatar for Kelly Rauscher

Kelly Rauscher

Learning and Development Specialist, CADRE
Kelly Rauscher provides trainings and TA to support the development and implementation of a full continuum of dispute resolution options. Rauscher specializes in system design and improvement, building local-level capacity, family engagement, and early dispute resolution. She co-leads... Read More →
Resource Navigating Intra family Conflict Final Accessible 0 (8) pdf
Navigating Intra family Conflict Final pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Chequers - 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

Executive Function and Play: Authentic Assessment in Natural Environments
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl
Executive Functions (EF) refer to neurocognitive processes manifested by sustained attention, working memory, emotional control, and the ability to shift between attributes. The field needs authentic methods of assessing EF in natural early childhood environments. In this topic session, We will discuss how children’s naturally occurring play activities can be evaluated for
Speakers
avatar for Patricia Blasco

Patricia Blasco

Professor, OHSU
Dr. Patricia M Blasco is a researcher at the Oregon Health & Science University. Her research projects includes a Clinical Feasibility Study of the NIH Baby Toolbox and the Healthy Brain and Child Development Study. She is a former associate editor of Young, Exceptional Children and... Read More →
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avatar for Tara Rutter

Tara Rutter

Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Tara M. Rutter, PhD, is a T32 postdoctoral research fellow in the Department of Psychiatry at Oregon Health & Science University. Her research interests pertain to the study of diagnostic and pre-diagnostic markers of atypical neurodevelopment in the aim to inform interventions.
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl
  Practice

2:45pm CDT

Professional Identity and EI Special Instructors: Who Are We?
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
This session will use recent research and the revised DEC position statement on special instruction to explore the development of shared professional identity. Through lively discussions and reflection on how special instruction is provided and respected in the field, we will consider who we are and what we need to improve our identity as important service providers.
Speakers
avatar for Dana Childress

Dana Childress

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ODU
Dana Childress, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Special Education at Old Dominion University. She has worked in the field of early intervention (EI) for more than 27 years as an educator, service coordinator, supervisor, training facilitator, author, and consultant... Read More →
avatar for Teran Frick

Teran Frick

Professional Development Coordinator, Family, Infant & Preschool Program (FIPP)
avatar for Megan Schumaker Murphy

Megan Schumaker Murphy

Assistant Professor, Salem State University
Dr. Megan Schumaker-Murphy is an assistant professor in the McKeown School of Education at Salem State University. Her research interests include early intervention service provision and culturally responsive teaching.
avatar for Stephanie Parks

Stephanie Parks

Assoc Director, Career Pathway, University of Kansas
Dr. Parks is an occupational therapist and associate director of the Kansas Career Pathway for ECCE. She was a faculty member in early childhood education at the University of Kansas prior to joining K-State.
Handout Professional Identity and EI Special Instructors pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
  Practice

2:45pm CDT

Rightful Presence, Realized Potential: Equitable Inclusion and IEP Teams
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Marlboro A - 2nd fl
IEP teams have the unique opportunity to foster environments that celebrate each child's competence and that ensure their rightful presence in equitable, inclusive care and education environments. This session supports IEP teams to champion inclusion and belonging through the principles of presumed competence and rightful presence.
Speakers
avatar for Jackie Joseph

Jackie Joseph

Research Associate Professor, University of Denver
Jackie Joseph is a Research Associate Professor at the University of Denver Positive Early Learning Experiences Center, where her work promotes high-quality inclusion across the early care and education system. She specifically focuses on family partnerships and evidence-based strategies... Read More →
avatar for Alissa Rausch

Alissa Rausch

Faculty, University of Denver
avatar for Erin Barton

Erin Barton

Consultant, Barton Consulting
Erin E. Barton, PhD, BCBA-D, is an international educational consultant and founder of Barton Consulting, LLC and Faculty for the Pyramid Model Consortium. She has worked as a special education teacher and as a university professor, previously at Vanderbilt. She taught graduate-level... Read More →
Rightful Presence, Realized Potential Equitable Inclusion and IEP Teams pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Marlboro A - 2nd fl
  Practice

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

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

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.
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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

Can Someone Tell Me What “Good” Progress Monitoring Actually Looks Like?
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Starboard/Port - Riverside Bldg
There are no established standards or protocols that dictate exactly what “good” progress monitoring should look like in preschool classrooms serving children with individualized and intensive needs. Therefore, we developed, validated, and evaluated a free-to-use online training to support teachers in progress monitoring. This presentation will overview that training.
Speakers
avatar for Emily Webb

Emily Webb

Graduate Student, Research Assistant, University of Kentucky
avatar for Collin Shepley

Collin Shepley

Associate Professor, University of Kentucky
While I enjoy talking shop (e.g., progress monitoring, MTSS), I'm also a fan of building forts with my kids (or without) and trying not to cry when I watch a Pixar a movie.
avatar for Amanda Duncan

Amanda Duncan

BCBA, Research Assistant, Doctoral Candidate, University of Kentucky
Can Someone Tell Me What Good Progress Monitoring Actually Looks Like pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Starboard/Port - Riverside Bldg
  Professional Development

4:00pm CDT

Pre-natal Drug Exposure and Implication for the Early Interventionist
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl
Infants born with prenatal drug exposure can present with difficulties in their feeding, neurobehavior and motor development. Intersectionality of growth, early memory formation, functional movement, and neurobehavior will be discussed. Case examples will enhance understanding with emphasis on interprofessional interventions for parental education and interventions.
Speakers
avatar for Kara Boynewicz

Kara Boynewicz

Associate Professor, East Tennessee State University
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Presentation DEC Conference Sept 2024 Final pdf
QR code DEC conference JPG
References DEC 2024 pdf
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl
  Professional Development

4:00pm CDT

Wellbeing: Early Childhood Education (Bienestar para la Educación Infantil)
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl
This session will share a curriculum that was designed by and for Spanish speaking early childhood educators. The focus is on understanding stress and trauma in both adults and children using a trauma informed lens. Tools to supporting positive well-being of both adults and children will be shared to enhance co-regulation and authentic connection.
Speakers
avatar for Sara Daniel

Sara Daniel

Executive Director, Daniel Educational Services
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Yimma Davila Castro

ECE Manager, Milwaukee Succeeds
avatar for Diana Billstrom

Diana Billstrom

Director of Family Learning and Community Engagement, Bay View Community Center
Experienced Bilingual Director of Family Learning and Community Engagement Leading Transformational Prevention and Early Education ProgramsWith over 7 years of expertise in community engagement, program management, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, I have successfully... Read More →
Bienestar para la Educación Infantil pdf
Adult Sensory Checklist English pdf
Sensorial Para Adultos pdf
Sensory for Children pdf
Sensorial Para Niños pdf
Escenarios Sensorial docx
Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl
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