Division for Early Childhood 2024 Conference: Full Schedule

11:00am CDT

DEC Position Statement: Inclusion, Equity, and Social Justice

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

Cambridge - 2nd fl

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

DEC Sponsored

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

2:45pm CDT

We Didn’t Reinvent the Wheel: The EI/ECSE Standards and State Certification Policies **Spotlight Session**

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

Cambridge - 2nd fl

Both DEC and NAEYC are advocating that states adopt the ECE and EI/ECSE Standards versus developing separate state standards. Representatives from states who have or are in the process of adopting these standards will discuss the process employed, challenges and celebrations experienced, and recommendations for other states. Time will be provided for participant reflection and discussion.

Speakers

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

Rashida Banerjee

Professor, University of Denver

Vicki Stayton

Kate Ascetta

Assistant Professor, University of South Carolina

Mary Harrill

Aaron Deris

Megan Lovinguth

We Didn’t Reinvent the Wheel The EI ECSE Standards and State Certification Policies pdf

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

Professional Development

Audience 1 Administrators
Audience 2 Faculty
Content Level Intermediate

4:00pm CDT

Pre-natal Drug Exposure and Implication for the Early Interventionist

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

Cambridge - 2nd fl

Infants born with prenatal drug exposure can present with difficulties in their feeding, neurobehavior and motor development. Intersectionality of growth, early memory formation, functional movement, and neurobehavior will be discussed. Case examples will enhance understanding with emphasis on interprofessional interventions for parental education and interventions.

Speakers

Kara Boynewicz

Associate Professor, East Tennessee State University

Alyson Chroust

Presentation DEC Conference Sept 2024 Final pdf

QR code DEC conference JPG

References DEC 2024 pdf

Wednesday September 18, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl

Professional Development

Age 0-3
Audience 1 Practitioners
Content Level Intermediate

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

1:00pm CDT

EI Providers’ Perspectives Supporting Children with Medical Complexities

Thursday September 19, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT

Cambridge - 2nd fl

We will share findings from a qualitative interview study that explored early intervention (EI) providers' beliefs about supporting families of children with medical complexities (CMC). Attendees will engage in a discussion about (1) important practices, (2) successes and challenges, and (3) strengths in needs in personnel preparation related to supporting this population

Speakers

Crystal Williams

Julianne Daniel

Michaelene Ostrosky

Professor, University of Illinois

Renae Cuevas Dias

Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologist, Doctoral Student, University of Colorado Denver

I am currently working as a CCC-SLP for The Resource Exchange which provides Early Intervention support for families with young children (birth to 3) with disabilities. My area of expertise is working with children with hearing differences, children with a visual impairment, and children... Read More →

DEC 2024 EI CMC Presentation Final pdf

Thursday September 19, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl

Research

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

3:30pm CDT

Open

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

Cambridge - 2nd fl

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

9:00am CDT

Does Your Early Childhood Evaluation Repertoire Include the Right Mix?

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

Cambridge - 2nd fl

The relationship between sociocognitive skills and the emergence of language and communication abilities in infants & toddlers is strong and warrants focused examination in a developmental evaluation. Predictive associations with later diagnoses of autism and language delays in childhood will be covered and will include multicultural challenges to assessment accuracy.

Speakers

Ann Rogers

Business Development Manager, Western Psychological Services (WPS)

Ashley Arnold

Assessment Consultant Manager, WPS

DEC Final 9 2024 pdf

ESB Manual page pdf

Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl

By Practitioners for Practitioners

Age 0-5
Audience 1 Practitioners
Content Level Intermediate

10:15am CDT

Empowering Families: The Who, What, Why & How of the Parent Center Network

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

Cambridge - 2nd fl

IDEA funded parent centers play a crucial role in promoting educational equity, empowering parents, fostering community and enhancing outcomes for all children. This session highlights the pivotal role of parent centers in supporting families of children with disabilities. Participants will explore the mission, structure and services provided by the parent center network.

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

Michele Tyler

CPIR Associate Director, 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

DEC 2024 Parent Center Network pdf

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

Family

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

12:00pm CDT

Grow Your Own: Training Educators from the Community, for the Community

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

Cambridge - 2nd fl

Programs that serve children with the most significant needs have been hit hardest by the ongoing teacher shortage. Learn how one NYC agency is addressing this crisis by helping motivated adults from low-income communities become certified to work in ECSE. Attendees will gain inspiration and practical advice on how to establish their own Grow Your Own program.

Speakers

Jeanne Alter

CEO, Kennedy Children's Center

Carolyn Cleveland

COO, Kennedy Children's Center

DEC Conference New Orleans, 2024 pdf

DEC Conference 2024 Speaker Notes pdf

Friday September 20, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Cambridge - 2nd fl

Policy

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

1:15pm CDT

Applying Evidence-Based Practices for Young Children with ADHD

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

Cambridge - 2nd fl

Evidence-based practices are essential to improve the qualify of life for families of young children with Attention Deficit and Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). In this session, we will share a systematic review of meta-analysis research and experience in applying these practices in supporting young children with ADHD.

Speakers

Family

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