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Thursday, September 19
 

8:00am CDT

Coping Skills Instruction and Proactive Responding for Tier 3 Behaviors - Poster 12
Thursday September 19, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl
This study investigated a coaching and training package focused on supporting early elementary teachers to provide inclusive Tier 3 behavioral supports as opposed to exclusionary alternatives. With reflective coaching, we focused on teachers' integration of coping skills instruction, their proactive responding to precursor behaviors, and the teacher-child relationship.
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avatar for Sarah Scott

Sarah Scott

Doctoral Student, Vanderbilt University
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avatar for Anna Hoepfner

Anna Hoepfner

BCBA, Young Mind Center
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Mary Louise Hemmeter

Professor of Special Education, Vanderbilt University
Dr. Mary Louise Hemmeter is a professor of Special Education at Vanderbilt University and holds the Nicholas Hobbs Chair of Special Education and Human Development. Her research focuses on effective instruction, supporting social emotional development and addressing challenging behavior... Read More →
Thursday September 19, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl
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8:00am CDT

How to Create Inclusive Opportunities for Children with Visual Impairments - Poster 8
Thursday September 19, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl
This session will discuss several different methods and intervention strategies that will enable children with visual impairments to be included in a variety of settings. Topics will include the simplification of instruction, tactile modifications, benefits of preview/review, task analysis, and how to use a variety of household materials to create multisensory activities.
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avatar for Kathy Boisvert

Kathy Boisvert

Integrated Early Childhood Teacher & Assistant Professor, Blackstone-Millville Regional School District & Worcester State University
DEC HANDOUTS Inclusive Opportunities for Children with VI SEPT 2024 pdf
Thursday September 19, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl
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8:00am CDT

Incorporating AI Into University Teacher Preparation Courses - Poster 32
Thursday September 19, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl
Many companies have been integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their products. This proliferation is at the point where the use of AI can no longer be ignored. This session will introduce attendees to AI, describe how AI can be incorporated into teacher education courses, and provide opportunities to interact with the AI to generate course content.


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Conrad Oh-Young

Assistant Professor, California State University, Dominguez Hills
avatar for Jennifer Buchter

Jennifer Buchter

professor, Eatern Illinois University
Thursday September 19, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl
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8:00am CDT

Preschool Teachers’ Needs for Successful Inclusion: A Study From Utah - Poster 24
Thursday September 19, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl
What do preschool teachers know about inclusive practices? Are they ready and able to implement them? This study examined confidence and competence for DEC recommended practices related to inclusion for Utah preschool teachers, supports available, supports needed, and the barriers to implementing practices known to increase outcomes for students with disabilities
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avatar for Sondra M Stegenga

Sondra M Stegenga

Assistant Professor of Special Education, University of Utah
I have over 20 years experience in the fields of health and education working with individuals across the lifespan. I have provided services and supports to children and families as a home visitor, occupational therapist, early intervention program administrator, and state council... Read More →
Thursday September 19, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl
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9:15am CDT

2024 Revised DEC Position Statement: The Role of Special Instruction in EI
Thursday September 19, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
GrandSalon 9 - 1st fl
We introduce the revised 2024 DEC Position Statement: The Role of Special Instruction in Early Intervention (EI) and discuss how it can be used in states and programs. We review a) how special instruction is defined, b) recommendations for professional preparation and qualifications of EI educators, (c) the role of EI educators, and (4) the uniqueness of the service.
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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 James Young

James Young

Project Administrator, Johns Hopkins University
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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 →
Thursday September 19, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
GrandSalon 9 - 1st fl
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9:15am CDT

Equity Audit: Identifying Disparities and Implementing Systemic Change
Thursday September 19, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
GrandSalon 4 - 1st fl
Are you interested in building and sustaining more equitable EI/ECSE systems? Want to receive resources and learn more about assessing the extent to which there is equity in state and local programs? Then join us as we explore the Equity Audit’s indicators of quality and engage in discussions regarding use of its results to improve policies, practices, and outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Catasha Williams

Catasha Williams

Technical Assistance Specialist, UNC Frank Porter Graham CDI
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Evandra Catherine

Director of Disability and Mental Health Policy, Children's Equity Project
Thursday September 19, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
GrandSalon 4 - 1st fl
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9:15am CDT

Using the Recommended Practices for Equitable Family Participation
Thursday September 19, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl
Because racial disparities exist in EI/ECSE, there is an urgency to provide each family with the information and support needed to access services and to meaningfully engage within these services. Participants will learn strategies to address these needs through use of the DEC Recommended Practices and related resources in their work with families.
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Moss

Stephanie Moss

Chief Operating Officer, Parent to Parent of Georgia
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Using the RPs for Equitable Family Participation pdf
Using the RPs for Equitable Family Participation pptx
Thursday September 19, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl
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10:30am CDT

Authentic Assessment Practices to Support Child Development
Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
GrandSalon 24 - 1st fl
Have you ever wondered how professionals use the DEC Recommended Practices to observe and assess young children? What do different disciplines in early childhood settings have in common when it comes to assessment, and how are they different? These questions and more are explored in this session.
Speakers
avatar for Marisa Macy

Marisa Macy

Professor, University of Wyoming
Dr. Marisa Macy is full professor and holds the John P. Ellbogen Foundation Professorship of Early Childhood Education at the University of Wyoming. Macy has more than 25 years of experience as an educator. Macy, a Seattle native, earned a bachelor’s degree in English at the University... Read More →
Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
GrandSalon 24 - 1st fl
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10:30am CDT

Creating CHANGE for the Next Generation of Early Educators
Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
GrandSalon 18- 1st fl
High-quality early childhood education is equity! This presentation shares one approach to collaborating with community college faculty to design and deliver content that will prepare associate degree students to serve young children with disabilities and their families, including those who are multilingual and from racially, ethnically, and culturally diverse populations.
Speakers
avatar for Sloan Storie

Sloan Storie

Research Associate, University of Cincinnati
avatar for Jennifer Ottley

Jennifer Ottley

Research Director, University of Cincinnati
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Ching-I Chen

Associate Professor, Kent State University
avatar for Lindsay Diamond

Lindsay Diamond

Associate Professor, University of Nevada, Reno
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Anne Larson

Research Associate, University of Minnesota
avatar for Ann Mickelson

Ann Mickelson

Assistant Professor, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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Naomi Rahn

Assistant Professor, UW-Whitewater
avatar for Sondra M Stegenga

Sondra M Stegenga

Assistant Professor of Special Education, University of Utah
I have over 20 years experience in the fields of health and education working with individuals across the lifespan. I have provided services and supports to children and families as a home visitor, occupational therapist, early intervention program administrator, and state council... Read More →
Creating CHANGE for the Next Generation of Early Educators DEC 2024 CHANGE Presentation (1) pdf
Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
GrandSalon 18- 1st fl
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10:30am CDT

Ideas for a Trauma-Informed Classroom: Practices From ECSE Teachers
Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl
In this session, we will introduce the foundations of trauma-informed practices. We will share photos of trauma-informed practices that were shared by early childhood special education teachers in a research study. Then, we will facilitate a discussion about how attendees can implement these practices in their own classroom.
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Mia Chudzik

Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Illinois
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Abby Hardy

Doctoral student, University of Illinois
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Catherine Corr

Associate Professor, University of Illinois
Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl
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10:30am CDT

Meeting Families When and Where They Are: FAB Scheduling
Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl
Implementing a flexible, activity-based, bursts of support (FAB) scheduling system helps ensure visits occur during natural family activities and routines. Learn strategies for increasing scheduling flexibility and how and when natural learning environment practices are used to build caregiver capacity and increase child learning opportunities.
Speakers
avatar for Kaitlin Porter

Kaitlin Porter

Physical Therapist, Family, Infant and Preschool Program (FIPP)
avatar for Teran Frick

Teran Frick

Professional Development Coordinator, Family, Infant & Preschool Program (FIPP)
FAB Scheduling handout pdf
FAB Scheduling Tips Tricks pdf
FAB Scheduling Plain Text pdf
FAB Scheduling Tips and Tricks Plain text pdf
Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl
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10:30am CDT

Psychological Safety Considerations for Early Intervention Teaming
Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl
This session will review the research on psychological safety through the lens of implementation science, including discussion of the characteristics of highly functioning teams, stages of psychological safety, and application to early intervention. Early intervention teaming will be considered through the framework of psychological safety, examining how home visiting and
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Kristen Votava

Associate Professor, University of North Dakota
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Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl
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1:00pm CDT

Do Service Coordinators Coach?
Thursday September 19, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Marlboro A - 2nd fl
Caregiver coaching is not just for providers. It's a capacity-building interaction style that can help build sustainable change when used by Service Coordinators. Apply evidence-based coaching to family support interactions to increase focus on family-identified priorities, prioritize the family’s, and improve family outcomes and well-being.

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avatar for Sarah Sexton

Sarah Sexton

Director, Family, Infant and Preschool Program (FIPP)
avatar for Andrea Matias-Lemoine

Andrea Matias-Lemoine

Senior Case Coordinator, Mecklenburg County Children's Developmental Services Agency (CDSA)
As a passionate service coordinator, I am dedicated to empowering each parent to advocate for their children. I believe in the power of collaboration, and I am committed to supporting families every step of the way to ensure their children receive the care and resources they dese... Read More →
Capacity Building Practices pdf
RBP Roadmap Booklet Complete 10.27.2020 pdf
Thursday September 19, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Marlboro A - 2nd fl
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1:00pm CDT

The Play to Learn Curriculum: Increasing Play Complexity in Children
Thursday September 19, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl
We will describe our Playing To Learn curriculum and provide an overview of related research, which contribute significantly to the body of knowledge surrounding interventions designed to enhance the complexity of children's play skills. We will outline the curriculum components and highlight specific goals and strategies for supporting play for all children.
Speakers
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 →
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 →
Thursday September 19, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl
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1:00pm CDT

The Power of Reflection: Social-Emotional-Focused Questions for Families
Thursday September 19, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
How confident are you implementing reflection practices during home visits? Research shows reflection is one of the least used family coaching practices by early interventionists. Join us as we share a tool that will help early intervention providers to build their confidence and competence to support family reflection with a social and emotional lens.
Speakers
avatar for Ashley MacNish

Ashley MacNish

Educational Consultant, Vanderbilt University
avatar for Crystal Williams
JD
avatar for Julia Sayles

Julia Sayles

Georgetown University
DEC 2024 Reflection HO pdf
Reflection Questions for Families on Social and Emotional Development DEC pdf
Thursday September 19, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
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1:00pm CDT

Annual aRPy Ambassador Summit (invite only)
Thursday September 19, 2024 1:00pm - 3:15pm CDT
GrandSalon 9 - 1st fl
During this invitation-only session, aRPy Ambassadors will share with one another the ways in which they are promoting and using the DEC RPs. The session will serve as an in-person work time, where questions, ideas and challenges are discussed and documented. This in-person time with the Ambassadors will help guide the planning and delivery of future Ambassador activities.
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Moss

Stephanie Moss

Chief Operating Officer, Parent to Parent of Georgia
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.
Thursday September 19, 2024 1:00pm - 3:15pm CDT
GrandSalon 9 - 1st fl
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2:15pm CDT

Autism & Inclusion: The Power of Words, Representation & Visuals
Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Prince of Wales - 2nd fl
Embark on an empowerment journey in Autism & Inclusion. Led by an inclusion specialist and two unique parenting perspectives. Discover stats, terms, and strategies for promoting sensory regulation, safety, communication, and social skills. Learn through quizzes, polls, and Q&A. Honor intersectionality by engaging in equitable practices. Gain immediate actionable insights.
Speakers
avatar for Emily Parker

Emily Parker

President, Inclusive Compass
Hello, my name is Emily Hope Parker, and I’m thrilled to be part of the DEC conference. I've had the honor of working with children and their families for years as an accessibility educator, inclusion specialist, and advocate. My passion for inclusion extends far beyond my professional... Read More →
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avatar for Meggan Wentworth

Meggan Wentworth

Vice President, Inclusive Compass
Autism & Inclusion Slides DEC pdf
Expanding Diet Visuals pdf
Disability Inclusion Book List pdf
Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Prince of Wales - 2nd fl
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2:15pm CDT

Expand Your Leadership Vision with the Habits of a Systems Thinker
Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Marlboro B - 2nd fl
This session will provide special education professionals with the essential skills of systems thinking through the application of the Habits of a Systems Thinker. Rooted in systems theory, this approach fosters a holistic perspective that recognizes the interconnectedness of individual actions and the impact on broader systems.
Speakers
avatar for Melanie Reese

Melanie Reese

Senior Technical Assistance Specialist, AnLar
As a Senior Technical Assistance Specialist at AnLar, Melanie is passionate about building systems to support inclusive opportunities for young children with disabilities. She is a skilled facilitator, trainer, and technical assistance provider. She has expertise in early childhood... Read More →
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avatar for Pamela Elwood

Pamela Elwood

EC Consultant, GHAEA
avatar for Eboni Walker

Eboni Walker

Senior TA Specialist, AnLar LLC
Eboni Walker serves as a senior technical assistance specialist at AnLar LLC working with early childhood leaders and professionals across the country to build capacity in leadership development. Prior to this position, she was the founding Executive Director of a charter school based... Read More →
avatar for Britt Braun

Britt Braun

Senior Technical Assistance Specialist, AnLar
Britt provides creative and innovative approaches to supporting projects focusing on early childhood access, quality and special education. Britt has worked in the early childhood field at the school, district, and state levels. Her passion for building systems that support high-quality... Read More →
habits single page 2020 pdf
DEC Copy Circle of Concern and Influence Template pdf
iceberg current reality pdf
Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Marlboro B - 2nd fl
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2:15pm CDT

Fostering Dignity and Equality for Every Child
Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
GrandSalon 24 - 1st fl
We will guide participants through what it means to know that respecting the dignity and worth of all children is a fundamental commitment that goes beyond ethical considerations. We will provide specific strategies for supporting the dignity of children with disabilities or children who might have disabilities and their families within early childhood programs.
Speakers
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 →
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 →
Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
GrandSalon 24 - 1st fl
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2:15pm CDT

From External- to Self-Regulation: Inclusive Practices for Infants/Toddlers
Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl
Self-regulation early in life provides a strong foundation for learning. Thus, engaging in intentional activities designed to promote early precursors of self-regulation with infants & toddlers is critical. This presentation will provide information on understanding the relevance of early regulation and introducing inclusive practices focused on promoting these skills.
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Megan Purcell

Purdue University
DEC presentation final pdf
Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl
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2:15pm CDT

Reimagining Professional Development for Equity and Inclusion
Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
This session empowers leaders to implement a comprehensive approach to professional development grounded in Equitable Implementation. Presenters will share a roadmap that leaders can use to guide their teams to collaboratively design and implement professional development centered on the experiences of their program’s young children, families, and professionals.
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avatar for Sally Hansen

Sally Hansen

Director of Development and Technical Assistance, University of Denver
Sally began working in early childhood education and children’s mental health in 2001. As a family therapist, an early childhood education behavior consultant and early childhood program administrator, Sally blended the mental health framework with an educational approach to fully... Read More →
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 →
Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.
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3:30pm CDT

A Promising Model to Reduce Suspensions and Expulsions
Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 4 - 1st fl
In this session, a promising model to reduce the suspensions and expulsions of young Black children in early learning programs will be presented. Key components of this model include centering the voices of families and providers, and addressing community level factors. Participants will leave the session with key strategies that can be used to replicate the model.
Speakers
avatar for Jen Neitzel

Jen Neitzel

Executive Director, Educational Equity Institute
Dr. Jen Neitzel is the Executive Director of the Educational Equity Institute, which is focused on eliminating the educational and opportunity gaps within communities through systems level change. Prior to this work, Jen was a Research Scientist and Technical Assistance Provider at... Read More →
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Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 4 - 1st fl
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3:30pm CDT

Combatting Bias in Early Childhood Education Systems
Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl
Using individual reflection and small and whole group activities, participants will gain awareness of their culture and identity and how they, as well as power dynamics, impact services through explicit and implicit biases. Participants will also learn evidence-based strategies for combatting biases to ensure equitable service delivery.
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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 →
Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl
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3:30pm CDT

Lessons Learned from Two EI/ECSE Personnel Preparation Programs
Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 9 - 1st fl
We will share examples from two practicum models: undergraduate early intervention and graduate early intervention/early childhood special education. We will share examples of state-level strategic partnerships and discuss how to create interdisciplinary practicum experience with the goal of impacting child and family outcomes.
Speakers
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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Moira Downes

Manager of Field Experiences, University of Massachusetts Boston
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Lynne Mendes

Leadership Program Manager, University of Massachusetts Boston
Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 9 - 1st fl
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3:30pm CDT

Making Informed Transition Decisions: Service Coordinators Who Coach
Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Marlboro A - 2nd fl
The transition out of the Part C early intervention services is an important time for service coordinators to use a capacity-building approach to support families with making informed decisions. Service Coordinators can empower families as they prepare them for next steps after Part C.
Speakers
avatar for Sheena Jennings

Sheena Jennings

Early Intervention Supervisor / Ph.D. Student / Adjunct Instructor, Mecklenburg County CDSA / UNC Charlotte
avatar for Kristen Gunnoud

Kristen Gunnoud

Senior Case Coordinator, Mecklenburg County CDSA
DEC Presentation Transition 2024 pdf
Do Service Coordinators Coach Transitions pdf
at a glance resource based practices pdf
Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Marlboro A - 2nd fl
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3:30pm CDT

Meaningful Inclusion in Early Childhood Through Community Partnerships
Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 15 - 1st fl
Presenters will describe one suburban school district’s drive to provide meaningful inclusion for 3- and 4-year-olds with disabilities as a part of their early learning equity strategy. Participants will learn how preschool playgroups can be used in partnership with Community Schools to offer inclusive early learning opportunities to 3- and 4-year-olds.
Speakers
avatar for Kristen Witzling

Kristen Witzling

Student, UW-Madison
avatar for Rebecca Penticoff

Rebecca Penticoff

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher & Coordinator, Sun Prairie Area School District
Passionate advocate for inclusion, belonging and culturally responsive educational practices. Early childhood educator and leader in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. I began my career in Northern Virginia and my current role in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, allows me to work across early learning... Read More →
Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 15 - 1st fl
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