Division for Early Childhood 2024 Conference: Full Schedule

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11:00am CDT

Preparing Teachers for the Literacy Trifecta: Research, Policy, & Practice

Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT

The University of North Carolina System legislated policy to ensure equitable evidence-based practices in early literacy are embedded in teacher preparation programs across the state. This presentation discusses how policy implementation at an urban university drives research and practice to improve reading outcomes for young children at risk for and with disabilities.

Speakers

Gretchen Robinson

Spangler Distinguished Professor of Early Literacy, North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University

Kellee Watkins

Nichole Smith

Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Starboard/Port - Riverside Bldg

Policy

Age 5-8
Audience 1 Faculty
Audience 2 Practitioners
Content Level Intermediate

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

Suzanne Martin

Professor emerita, University of Central Florida

Recently retired and getting back to my roots in early childhood.

Hannah Ehrli

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

Age 5-8
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Families
Content Level Intermediate

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

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

Age 5-8
Audience 1 Faculty
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

11:00am CDT

Systemic Change & Creating Inclusive Early Childhood Public School Programs

Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Chequers - 2nd fl

Engaging in lasting, systemic change to create inclusive early childhood programs that embrace ALL learners is a complex process, often riddled with antiquated beliefs about educating students with disabilities. Presenters will discuss accessible classrooms, multi-tiered systems of support, integrating related services, family & community partnerships and sustainability.

Speakers

Michele Gardner

Executive Director, New Jersey Coalition for Inclusive Education

Annie Corley-Hand

Director, Leading Innovative Learning Associates

CEC DEC 2024 CorleyHand Gardner pdf

Wednesday September 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Chequers - 2nd fl

Professional Development

Age 5-8
Audience 1 Administrators
Audience 2 Families
Content Level Intermediate

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

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 →

Trinity Wilbourn

Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 19 - 1st fl

Professional Development

Age 5-8
Audience 1 Faculty
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

2:45pm CDT

We Hear You Sis: Black Mothers Advocacy in Special Education Process (including Keynote Speakers: Monique Matute-Chavarria & William White)

Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl

This presentation will discuss the lived experience of three Black mothers navigating the special education process. We will discuss (a) the inequities our children experience and (b) the barriers we navigated to ensure our children receive appropriate services.

Speakers

Monique Matute-Chavarria

Assistant Professor, New Mexico State University

Dr. Monique Matute-Chavarria is an assistant professor of Special Education at New Mexico State University (NMSU). Before obtaining her Ph.D. in Special Education, she worked with Nevada Early Intervention Services, working with children from birth to three with disabilities. Dr... Read More →

Lydia Ocasio-Stoutenburg

Asia Johnson M.S. BCBA, LBA

Founder | BCBA | Executive Advisor, Seizing 611 LLC

As an executive advisor and licensed behavior analyst, I specialize in driving organizational success through strategic behavior analysis and executive coaching. With over eight years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), I empower leaders and ambitious professionals to... Read More →

Mirage Sanders

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Meridith M. Rose, MS, CCC-SLP

Education of Students with Exceptionalities Doctoral Student and Graduate Research Assistant, Georgia State University

Meridith M. Rose, MS, CCC-SLP is a pediatric speech-language pathologist (SLP) of over 15 years. Her journey to become an SLP began over 20 years ago following her youngest brother’s diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. She has worked with neurotypical and neurodiverse populations... Read More →

William White

Dr. William L. White hails from Seattle, WA and holds a PhD in special education from the University of Washington where he received the Gordon C. Lee Dissertation Award for his dissertation entitled “Through Our Eyes: The Lived Experiences of Black Male Early Childhood Teachers... Read More →

Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl

Family

Age 5-8
Audience 1 Families
Audience 2 Practitioners
Content Level Intermediate

2:45pm CDT

Supporting the Practice and wellbeing of Special Educators

Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

GrandSalon 19 - 1st fl

The purpose of this study was to determine how an intervention package consisting of performance-based feedback plus wellbeing modules supported teacher candidate practice and wellbeing outcomes. We used performance-based feedback plus wellbeing resources to determine special educator outcomes. Researchers will engage participants to discuss implications.

Speakers

Christan Coogle

Associate Professor, George Mason University

Heather Walter

Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Special Education, George Mason University

I partner with education professionals and leaders to support the unique contextual systems in which they work support in leveraging their strengths to make a positive impact in educational settings and to increase overall outcomes of all children and families. I use interdisciplinary... Read More →

Clarissa Wade

PhD Student, George Mason University

Katherine Szocik

Postdoctoral Associate, Boston University

I am a postdoctoral associate studying special education teachers working conditions. I am also a member of DEC's personnel preparation committee. I received my PhD from George Mason University in special education teacher preparation with a focus in early childhood. My dissertation... Read More →

Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 19 - 1st fl

Research

Age 5-8
Audience 1 Researchers
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate