Division for Early Childhood 2024 Conference: Full Schedule

9:00am CDT

DEC Foundation Series: Elevating Service Coordination - Exploring Ways to Prepare, Empower, and Retain Service Coordinators *included in the cost of conference*

Tuesday September 17, 2024 9:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Marlboro A - 2nd fl

Included in the cost of conference....

Calling all leaders who prepare and support service coordinators! Join us for a pre-conference session focused on ways to elevate equitable training, preparation, and retention of service coordinators in early intervention. Bring your favorite tools/resources to share and be ready to discuss strengths, challenges, and ideas to prepare, recruit, train, and retain service coordinators who provide high quality support to children and families. Participants will gain new tools, ideas and resources to apply in their state/program AND be part of DEC’s efforts to recognize service coordinators as important professionals through ongoing professional development and a future service coordination certificate program.

Speakers

Sarah Nichols

Professional Development Specialist, Early Intervention Training Program at the University of Illinois

Professional Development Specialist, Early Intervention Training Program at the University of Illinois. Passionate about all things service coordination, Communities of Practice (CoPs), and evidence-informed professional development. Special interests also include leadership development... Read More →

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 →

DEC Service Coordination Pre Conference Handout 2024 pdf

DEC Group Norms CT Open Source Approach pdf

Virtual SC Institute Planning Survey Summary pdf

Tuesday September 17, 2024 9:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Marlboro A - 2nd fl

Professional Development

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Intermediate
Audience 2 Administrators

6:00pm CDT

Supporting Families of Young Children with an Incarcerated Parent - Poster 24

Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT

Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl

Birth-5 professionals aim to tailor outreach efforts, but more dialogue is needed on families with an incarcerated parent. We highlight cross-disciplinary literature and insights from a survey of incarcerated mothers and fathers’ parenting self-efficacy and readiness to reunify with their child. We discuss implications for tailoring support during and post incarceration.

Speakers

Nicole M. Edwards

Associate Professor, Rowan University

Kimberly Houser

Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl

Family

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

6:00pm CDT

Exploring the Prevalence of STEM indicators in Infant and Toddler ELGs - Poster 23

Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT

Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl

Early learning guidelines (ELGs) provide a framework for early childhood educators to support children’s learning and development. However, it is unclear how ELGs promote STEM learning for all infants and toddlers. Come and learn how STEM learning has been included in each state’s ELGs and discuss ideas for future research and refinement of ELGs.

Speakers

Hsiu-Wen Yang

Researcher, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Jessica Amsbary

Technical Assistance Specialist, Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute

Dr. Jessica Amsbary is an adjunct clinical assistant professor and the Coordinator of the Early Childhood Intervention and Family Support program at UNC-Chapel Hill. She also is a postdoctoral research associate at the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute where she engages... Read More →

Ann Sam

Ann Sam, PhD, is a senior research scientist,at Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute. Her research and professional development interests are rooted in her direct experience as a public-school teacher working in preschool and kindergarten classrooms with students with autism... Read More →

Kellen Reid

National TA Provider, Research Investigator, ECTA, DaSy, STEMIE

Kellen Reid, MD MPH is a senior researcher scientist and technical assistance (TA) provider at the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Dr. Reid’s training as a physician and in public health provide a unique fund of... Read More →

Chih-Ing Lim

Senior Technical Assistance Specialist, Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute

Chih-Ing Lim, Ph.D., is currently Senior Technical Assistance Specialist at the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA. Chih-Ing is the Co-Chair of the International Early Childhood Inclusion Institute and serves as... Read More →

Philippa Campbell

Occupational Therapist, PHMC

Pipcamp@aol.com

Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl

Research

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Researchers
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

7:00pm CDT

Building Belonging Through Collaborative Strategic Planning - Poster 21

Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT

Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl

Presenters will share how they have assembled a strategic planning framework to support school
districts throughout South Carolina in building their capacity to increase inclusive opportunities for
preschool children. This poster will focus on the steps of this framework, including laying the
groundwork, building collaborative teams, and the strategic planning process.

Speakers

Melissa Griffin

Technical Assistance Coordinator, South Carolina Partnerships for Inclusion at the University of South Carolina

Melissa Griffin serves as the Technical Assistance Coordinator with SCPI. In this role, she facilitates the implementation of a tiered framework of supports for early childhood specialists and coordinates service delivery for districts working with SCPI to improve early childhood... Read More →

Kerri Kannengieser

Program Director, South Carolina Partnerships for Inclusion

Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl

Professional Development

Age 3-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

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

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

Carol Johnson

Kristen Votava

Associate Professor, University of North Dakota

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 →

CAT DEC 9.18.24 final pptx

Wednesday September 18, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl

By Practitioners for Practitioners

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

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

Mina Hong

Director, Consulting, Start Early

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 →

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 →

Caitlin Conley

Kentucky Early Intervention Providers Association

Kayla Goldfarb

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

Audience 1 Faculty
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

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

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

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 →

Scott Tomchek

Professor, University of Louisville

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

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

2:45pm CDT

Strategies To Effectively Empower Families in all levels of the Early Childhood Systems

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

GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl

Fostering strong partnerships between Parent Centers and state partners is crucial for supporting families of students with diverse needs effectively. By sharing successful strategies and collaborative activities, participants can gain valuable insights into building mutually beneficial relationships and enhancing engagement with families.

Speakers

Michelle Lewis

Executive Director, Parent Information Center NH

Susan Barlow

Director of Special Projects/Consultant, Parent Network of WNY/SPAN

The Center for Parent Information and Resources is the central “Hub” of information and products created for the network of Parent Centers serving families of children with disabilities

Jenna Nguyen

Strategies to Effectively Empower Families pdf

Wednesday September 18, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl

Family

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Families
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

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

Maria Matticks

Professional Development Consultant, EITP at University of Illinois

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

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

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

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

Audience 1 Faculty
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

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

Dana Childress

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ODU

Teran Frick

Professional Development Coordinator, Family, Infant & Preschool Program (FIPP)

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.

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

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

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

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 →

Alissa Rausch

Faculty, University of Denver

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

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
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

4:00pm CDT

Experienced Parents Supporting Early Intervention

Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl

This session will share information and activities of the Experienced Program in one state. The program utilizes a parent with personal experience in early intervention to support parents who are currently in early intervention. Learn how the Experienced Parent program supports families through a variety of strategies, one on one support, and family-centered practices.

Speakers

Kristen Votava

Associate Professor, University of North Dakota

Nicki Maddock

Carol Johnson

Roxane Romanick

Self-employed, NA

Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl

Family

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Families
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

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

Emily Webb

Graduate Student, Research Assistant, University of Kentucky

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.

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

Age 3-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

4:00pm CDT

Lessons Learned: Advocating for Education and Basic Needs in State Policy

Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

GrandSalon 18- 1st fl

In this session, we discuss the process of conducting a comprehensive needs assessment for the early childhood ecosystem in Kansas. Participants will recognize arguments for and against equitable policy, craft rationale to promote equitable policy, and identify how to leverage lessons learned in their own advocacy to support positive child and family outcomes.

Speakers

Chelsea Morgan

Associate Researcher, The University of Kansas Center for Public Partnerships and Research

Chavis Lickvar-Armstrong

Associate Researcher, University of Kansas

I am an Associate Researcher at the University of Kansas (KU). My research and dissemination supports state agencies implement their early childhood programs across the state of Kansas, as well as the implementation of Kansas’s PDG B-5 program priorities.

Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 18- 1st fl

Professional Development

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Researchers
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

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

Sara Daniel

Executive Director, Daniel Educational Services

Yimma Davila Castro

ECE Manager, Milwaukee Succeeds

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

Professional Development

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

8:00am CDT

Needs Assessment Data Drives DEC Professional Development CoP - Poster 28

Thursday September 19, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am CDT

Grand Ballroom A (Exhibits) - 1st fl

This poster session will present the needs assessment data used to drive the DEC Professional Development Community of Practice in 2024 and to support its members. Reflective questions will be used to generate discussion and participants will have an opportunity to join the DEC PD CoP.

Speakers

Becky Hoffman

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

Serena Wheeler

Assistant Professor and Associate Director, Coaching in Early Intervention Training and Mentorship Program, University of Louisville

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

Professional Development

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

9:15am CDT

Virtual Case-Based PD Approach on Assessment Data & Intervention Strategies

Thursday September 19, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Marlboro A - 2nd fl

Session covers the design of an online case-based, professional development model to support early interventionists in using authentic assessment data to support the identification of priority skills & develop embedded instructional strategies. We will review the Project ECHO model, the design of the cases & session tools, and highlight key data from participant surveys

Speakers

Jen Brown

Education Consultant, University of New Mexico

Professional development and technical assistance provider for New Mexico's Part C program with 25+ years experience in EI/ECSE.

Jennifer Grisham

Professor, University of Kentucky

Jennifer Grisham, Ed.D., is Professor in the Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education program at the University of Kentucky, Lexington. She received her doctorate in Education from the University of Kentucky. She is also Faculty Director of the Early Childhood Laboratory at the... Read More →

Leah Davidson

Part C Coordinator, NM ECECD

I have been working in Part C in New Mexico since December of 2020. I started my career in Early Intervention in January of 2009 in Virginia, where I worked until 2019 when my family and I relocated to New Mexico. Please feel free to talk to me about what it is like to have experienced... Read More →

Virtual Case Based PD Approach Assmt&Intervention pdf

Thursday September 19, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Marlboro A - 2nd fl

Professional Development

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Faculty
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

10:30am CDT

The Current and Future Status of the ECI (0-8) Workforce: What Practitioners Have Told Us About Shortages, Diversity and Their Knowledge and Skills. **SPOTLIGHT SESSION"

Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT

GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl

Join us for a joint session led by the Early Childhood Intervention Personnel Center for EQUITY (ECIPC-Equity) and the Division for Early Childhood (DEC). We will share the results from a national survey of the ECI workforce and discuss the implications of the findings for the future of ECI. We will then ask for input from the audience about their current workforce challenges and opportunities as we collectively try to attract, prepare, and retain a competent and diverse workforce for the future.

Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl

Audience 1 Faculty
Audience 2 Administrators

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.

Speakers

Mia Chudzik

Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Illinois

Abby Hardy

Doctoral student, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Catherine Corr

Associate Professor, University of Illinois

Trauma Informed Practices From ECSE Teachers pdf

Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl

Practice

Age 3-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

10:30am CDT

Reimagining Preparation for Early Intervention (including Keynote Speaker: Monique Matute-Chavarria)

Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT

Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.

This presentation will showcase innovative approaches to early intervention (EI) preparation programs that can be implemented to prepare EI providers. We will discuss (a) reimagining EI personnel preparation to include critical multicultural and bilingual education, culturally sustaining practices, and (b) using a conceptual framework to prepare equity-minded EI providers.

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 →

Sarah Wiegand

Assistant Professor of Early Childhood and Special Education, New Mexico State University

I am an assistant professor of special education and early childhood education at New Mexico State University. I am a former Part C early intervention provider and autism resource specialist. My research centers around improving policies/practices in Part C and autism. I am a member... Read More →

Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.

Professional Development

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Faculty
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

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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Speakers

Sarah Sexton

Director, Family, Infant and Preschool Program (FIPP)

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

Practice

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

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

Erin Barton

Consultant, Barton Consulting

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

Practice

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

2:15pm CDT

What to Expect When You are Expecting an Interventionist in Your Classroom

Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT

GrandSalon 4 - 1st fl

EI practitioners often visit children with IFSPs in early care classrooms. Collaboration is critical to inclusive early childhood classroom practices and optimal learning opportunities for all young children. This session provides classroom professionals with concrete expectations to ensure evidence-based support is provided by visiting early intervention practitioners.

Speakers

Kris Everhart

Associate Director, FIPP

I am presenting a session at this year's conference titled "What to expect when you are expecting an early intervention provider in your classroom." I work at the Family, Infant and Preschool Program in Morganton, North Carolina. My duties at FIPP include serving as FIPP's associate... Read More →

Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
GrandSalon 4 - 1st fl

By Practitioners for Practitioners

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

2:15pm CDT

"Be Part of" Campaign: Recruiting Early Interventionist

Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT

Burgundy - 1st fl

Join us to learn more about how to use the Be Part Of video and other materials for early intervention provider and service coordinator recruitment. Materials have been used at the university level for student recruitment and the state and local level for those already in the field. Share ideas on how we might grow this campaign together.

Speakers

Chris Guillen

Photographer/Producer, Chris Guillen

Chris Guillen is a photographer, producer and creative partner, and brings a unique skill set for the Early Intervention field. He is a husband of 31 years to Early Interventionist Chelsea Guillen, who ran an EI program for 12+ years and who is currently the EI Ombudsman for the state... Read More →

Peggy Kemp

Executive Director, Division for Early Childhood (DEC)

Welcome! Thank you for attending DEC 2024! Please introduce yourself if we are in sessions together and tell me a bit about your work/dreams for DEC/questions/concerns! - Peggy

Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Burgundy - 1st fl

DEC Sponsored

Audience 1 Faculty
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Advanced

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

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 →

Monica Yudron

Betsy Lin

Pamela Elwood

EC Consultant, GHAEA

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 →

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

Expand Your Leadership Vision with the Habits of a Systems Thinker pdf

Thursday September 19, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Marlboro B - 2nd fl

Practice

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

3:30pm CDT

Addressing Gaps in Family Support Through Family-Informed Micro-Trainings

Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT

GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl

Participants will learn about the co-creation with families and early childhood professionals of brief "micro-trainings" on topics identified as gaps during family interviews with families of young children with disabilities. Participants will understand how format and content decisions were made and will consider new methods for dissemination.

Speakers

Katherine Herron

Director, Indiana University Early Childhood Center

DEC Sept 2024 AWS presentation pdf

Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl

Family

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

3:30pm CDT

Building Hope: Exploring Infant Mental Health in Diverse Families

Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT

GrandSalon 7 - 1st fl

Embark on a transformative journey in this session, strategically crafted to elevate professional practices and directly impact outcomes for children and families. With a spotlight on under-resourced or culturally diverse communities, this exploration and interactive discussion promise to revolutionize the approach to caregiving.

Speakers

Lisa Terry

Early Intervention Professional Development Consultant, Virginia Commonwealth University/Partnership for People with Disabilities

Lisa provides support for the design and implementation of professional development activities for early intervention providers and administrators in Virginia. She has worked in early intervention for over 15 years as an educator, service coordinator, clinical supervisor, and consultant... Read More →

Elvia Cortes, PhD, MSW

Founder, IMH Interventions, Refective Practice Mentor- Ca, FINE Infant Program

Elvia Cortes, PhD, MSW, is the founder and executive director of FINE Infant Program, an Early Intervention program, leading in-home visitors and mental health practitioners providing direct services to children 0-3 years and their families in California. She collaborates with in-home... Read More →

Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
GrandSalon 7 - 1st fl

Family

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

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.

Speakers

Lynne Hall

Research Associate, Indiana University Bloomington

M.S. Ed.

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 →

Handout DEC 2024 Combating Bias in Early Education Systems pdf

Thursday September 19, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Eglinton Winton - 2nd fl

Practice

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

9:00am CDT

The Pyramid Model for Kindergarten: How it Started...How it's Going!

Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT

GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl

The PM is a tiered framework used in diverse early childhood settings to promote social-emotional competence and address challenging behaviors. In recent years, kindergarten teachers in multiple districts have been trained to implement PM in their classrooms. Find out more about the new PM-K materials, hear what outcomes have been noted, and see the practices in action!

Speakers

Kiersten Kinder

Assistant Professor, Vanderbilt University

Kiersten Kinder, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of the Practice in Early Childhood Special Education at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. She has recently coordinated large multi-year research studies to support implementation and sustainability of the Pyramid Model... Read More →

Andrea Riddle

Education Consultant, Vanderbilt University

Beth Vorhaus

Education Consultant, Vanderbilt

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 →

Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl

Practice

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

9:00am CDT

Develop, Nurture, and Coach: Deconstructing Key Skills in a Leader

Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT

GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl

This session will highlight how leadership can be developed, nurtured, and coached in all ECSE practitioners. Leadership must also be viewed as an ongoing process to positive outcomes for young children (0-8) and their families and building capacity in practitioners. These efforts can also contribute to fostering equity and inclusive practices in the field.

Speakers

Deborah Bruns

Professor, Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Annie George-Puskar

Assistant Professor, Fordham University Graduate School of Education

Elizabeth Beavers

University of Houston-Clear Lake

Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl

Professional Development

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

9:00am CDT

Impact of Pyramid Model Behavior Incident Reports in Early Childhood

Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT

GrandSalon 16 - 1st fl

Research highlights the need for improved social-emotional learning (SEL) in preschool, necessitating professional development (PD) for effective SEL practices (Buettner et al., 2016). This quality PD study included coaching and BIR training to empower educators with effective SEL strategies, enhancing academic success and mitigating challenging behaviors.

Speakers

Stephanie Farris

Audra Classen

Associate Professor, University of Southern Mississippi

DEC Presentation 2024 Farris Classen (1) pptx

Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
GrandSalon 16 - 1st fl

Research

Age 3-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

10:15am CDT

Using Part C Exit Data to Understand the Experiences of Families of Color

Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

Marlboro A - 2nd fl

Children and families from marginalized backgrounds face many disparities in early intervention (EI) services. Analysis of Section 618 exit data by exit reason and across racial/ethnic categories can provide insight into the reasons historically marginalized families exit and transition EI programs. In this session we discuss implications for Child Find and transitions.

Speakers

Diana Abarca

Evandra Catherine

Director of Disability and Mental Health Policy, Children's Equity Project

Using Part C Exit Data to Understand the Experiences of Families of Color (1) pdf

Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Marlboro A - 2nd fl

Policy

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

10:15am CDT

Building Tier-3 Behavior Supports for Child Care: One State’s Journey

Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.

From conception to implementation, presenters will describe how a behavior support network came to be a viable support for child care teachers. A description of how the PTR-YC model was adapted for use in child care will be discussed and implementation successes and challenges will be shared. Join us on one state’s journey to implement behavior supports in child care.

Speakers

Stephanie McAvoy

Lead Behavior Specialist, Pyramid PIECES Behavior Support Network

Heather Googe

Research Associate Professor, University of South Carolina

Nicole Randall

Program Manager, University of South Carolina-South Carolina Child Care Inclusion Collaborative & South Carolina Pyra

Building Tier 3 Behavior Supports for Child Care pdf

Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Kabacoff - Riverside Bldg.

Professional Development

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

12:00pm CDT

Advocating for Early Intervention: Our Passion, Our Future

Friday September 20, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT

GrandSalon 12 - 1st fl

This interactive session will consist of Early Interventionists and advocates from three states to discuss the struggles, strategies, and solutions they each engaged in to form new partnerships and strengthen their Early Intervention systems. Key themes including equitable access, adequate funding, workforce recruitment/retention, and family voice will be highlighted.

Speakers

Zareen Kamal

Policy Specialist, Start Early

Leanne Barrett

Rhode Island KIDS COUNT

Karen Berman

Managing Director, Advocacy and Policy, Start Early

Caitlin Conley

Kentucky Early Intervention Providers Association

RI KY IL EI Session pdf

Friday September 20, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 12 - 1st fl

Practice

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

12:00pm CDT

Coaching and Educator Capacity Building in Early Childhood Environments

Friday September 20, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT

GrandSalon 3 - 1st fl

Alberta’s new Inclusive Child Care program is committed to educator capacity building and on-site coaching of inclusive practices. GRIT will share its role in providing short term support to prevent child expulsion and a comprehensive leadership development approach focusing on program wide implementation of Pyramid Model practices.

Speakers

Julia Moore

ASaP Manager, The Grit program

Janice Comrie

Inclusive Child Care Manager, GRIT Edmonton

DEC Coaching and Educator Capacity Building WORKBOOK pdf

Friday September 20, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 3 - 1st fl

Practice

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

12:00pm CDT

Opportunities and Challenges of Virtual Assessment in EI and ECSE

Friday September 20, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT

GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl

The pandemic required that early intervention and preschool special education programs adopt virtual assessments, and some programs continue to use them today. This session will share how programs are implementing virtual assessment along with its benefits and challenges. Participants will be encouraged to reflect on the potential of virtual assessment in their programs.

Speakers

Sheresa Blanchard

Kathy Hebbeler

Senior Principal Education Researcher, SRI International

Lori Ganz

Director of Clinical Services, The Resource Exchange Early Intervention

Ryan Grimm

Education Researcher, SRI International

Lauren Barton

Geneva Dischinger-Smedes

Virtual Assessment INTECA DEC 2024 pptx

Friday September 20, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 21 - 1st fl

Practice

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Introductory

12:00pm CDT

Partnering with Newcomer Families, Community Navigators, and Schools

Friday September 20, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT

GrandSalon 16 - 1st fl

Educators frequently struggle to build collaborative relationships with newcomer families. The Leading in Newcomer Communities and Schools program was designed to address this need through a ten-session, virtually delivered CoP conducted with community leaders. Resources, lessons learned, and recommendations from the project’s implementation will be shared.

Speakers

Rashida Banerjee

Professor, University of Denver

Gloria Miller

Grace ILORI

Doctoral Student, University of Denver

Grace C. Ilori, Ph.D. is a doctoral student in the Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Denver. Before arriving in the US, she received her B.Ed, M.Ed, and Ph.D. from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, and worked as a special education teacher for three years. She is a... Read More →

Savannah Hobbs

Friday September 20, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
GrandSalon 16 - 1st fl

Professional Development

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

12:00pm CDT

Review of an Evidence-Based Coaching Framework: Practice-Based Coaching

Friday September 20, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT

Starboard/Port - Riverside Bldg

Findings from a review of published research on PBC including, the (a) characteristics of coaches and coachees, (b) extent to which PBC components were described, measured, and adapted, (c) provision of coach implementation supports, and (d) quality and rigor of the literature are shared. Search methods, findings, and implications for practice and research are discussed.

Speakers

Adrienne Golden

Research Associate, Vanderbilt University

Adrienne K. Golden, Ph.D., BCBA, is a Research Associate at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. She currently coordinates two large multi-year research studies, one to support implementation and sustainability of the Pyramid Model in PreK and Kindergarten classrooms in... Read More →

Darbianne Shannon

Assistant Research Scientist, Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies, University of FL

Dr. Shannon is an Assistant Research Scientist with the Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies at the University of Florida. Dr. Shannon supports states and early childhood programs with the installation, implementation, sustainability and scale-up of professional... Read More →

Mackenzie Martin

Student, Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies

JinHee Hur

Friday September 20, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Starboard/Port - Riverside Bldg

Research

Age 3-5
Audience 1 Researchers
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

1:15pm CDT

Building Racial Equity in Policy and Practice Through Family Leadership

Friday September 20, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT

GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl

Racially diverse families who share their lived experience by engaging in policy formation, peer support, and professional development provide invaluable contributions while building their own leadership skills. This session will showcase family leadership from multiple states, strategies to recruit and retain diverse participants, and prospective long term equity impact.

Speakers

Mary Mikus

Mary Mikus has spent close to thirty years as a technical assistance provider and family advocate for young children receiving Early Intervention services and their families. Recently retired as an Education Consultant for Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA), Pennsylvania... Read More →

Sarah Holland

Director, Parent to Parent of PA

Vanessa Allen

Family Engagement Coordinator, Department of Children, Youth, and Families

Marisol Rose

State Parent Consultant, Early Steps, CMS, FDOH

I am the State Parent Consultant for Florida’s early intervention program, Early Steps, under the Division of Children’s Medical Services within the Florida Department of Health. I have served in this capacity since April 2021. Prior to my role at the state level, I spent 6 years... Read More →

Will Moncrease, Jr.

Partnership & Collaboration Manager, DCYF/ESIT

Misti Pollaro

Parent Training Coordinator, Family Network on Disabilties

About MeMisti Pollaro is a dedicated professional with over 14 years of experience at Family Network on Disabilities, where she has held various roles, from volunteer to IParent Training Coordinator. With more than 30 years of lived experience raising three neurodivergent sons and... Read More →

E Renae` Antalan

Community Collaboration Coordinator & Kinship GrandParent-Caregiver, Department of Children, Youth and Family Services (DCYF)

Good Sipping the Sweet Tea September, Everyone :-)!I hope you and yours are doing well. I come to you from the Squaxin Island and Nisqually Tribal lands of Washington State. I am a grandParent, with a capital 'P' for having raised my two special needs grandchildren for the last 9.5... Read More →

earlyint fam res update nov2023 v01 1 pdf

Division for Early Childhood Racial Equity Point of View pdf

Fact Sheet Advancing Racial Equity in Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education ECTA pdf

DEC One Page Handout FDOH Early Steps appv 9.2024 pdf

FINAL 9.19 Building Racial Equity in Policy and Practice Slides 9.5.24 Sarah Holland copy copy copy pdf

Friday September 20, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
GrandSalon 6 - 1st fl

Family

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Families
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

1:15pm CDT

Banning Culturally Relevant Books: Denying Equitable Access to the Future

Friday September 20, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT

Chequers - 2nd fl

Providing culturally appropriate books for children of color is critical as they deliver stories that mirror their identity, strengthen their self-esteem, and boost their creativity. Florida laws prevent such access and opportunities. Partnering across educational, religious and advocacy groups, we provided 660 appropriate books for young children. Here is our story.

Speakers

Suzanne Martin

Professor emerita, University of Central Florida

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

LaSonya Moore

AGENDA Banning Culturally Relevant Books pdf

Friday September 20, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
Chequers - 2nd fl

Policy

Age 3-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

1:15pm CDT

Strategic Alchemy: Forging a Powerful Stakeholder Engagement Blueprint

Friday September 20, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT

GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl

Join us in the dynamic process of transforming stakeholder engagement into an ongoing and impactful experience. Through strategic and energizing activities, this session provides tools to reshape the engagement process to authentically involve stakeholders in informing your program’s policies and structures and promoting improved outcomes for children and families.

Speakers

Greta Stanfield

TA Specialist, IDEA Data Center/University of Kentucky

Greta Stanfield currently serves as a Technical Assistant specialist for the IDEA Data Center (IDC). Through her role at IDC, she fosters relationships with colleagues and state leadership teams to build systemic processes, based on quality data, which will improve outcomes for children... Read More →

Christina MacDonald

TA Specialist, IDEA Data Center (IDC) and Data Center for Addressing Significant Disproportionality (DCASD)

Christina MacDonald is a TA Provider for the IDEA Data Center (IDC) and the Data Center for Addressing Significant Disproportionality (DCASD) at Westat. A passionate early childhood educator, Ms. MacDonald utilizes her extensive experience engaging diverse stakeholders and sparking... Read More →

StrategicAlchemyStakeholderEngagement DEC2024 508 compliant pptx

Friday September 20, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
GrandSalon 10 - 1st fl

Policy

Age 3-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate

1:15pm CDT

Nurturing Self-Regulation: Trauma-Informed Practices for Young Children

Friday September 20, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT

Prince of Wales - 2nd fl

This session will explore the importance of cultural relevance in trauma-informed intervention and provide practical strategies for increasing self-regulation for children in marginalized communities. Through research-based strategies, professionals can create supportive environments that promote resilience for children.

Speakers

Cathy Grist

Professor, Western Carolina University

Cathy L. Grist, Ph.D. is a professor in the Birth-Kindergarten Program at Western Carolina University. Her teaching and work focus on preschool personality, assessment, infant, toddler, and preschool assessment, social-emotional issues, and self-regulation in young children

Lori Caudle

Hannah Thompson

Doctoral Student, University of Tennessee, Knoxville

2024 DEC Self Regulation pdf

Friday September 20, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
Prince of Wales - 2nd fl

Practice

Age 3-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Audience 2 Administrators
Content Level Intermediate