NYAEYC thanks you for your essential service. 2021 Virtual ANNUAL CONFERENCE
APRIL 15 - 18
Same great quality from the comfort of home. 1 Table of Contents
A Letter from the NYAEYC President ...... 3 Conference Need to Know ...... 4 Kick-Off Event and Keynotes ...... 5 Workshop Listing ...... 6-20 Presenters ...... 21 NYAEYC Members ...... 22 Become a Member of NYAEYC ...... 23 New York State Credentials and CTLEs ...... 24 NYAEYC Governing Board and Staff ...... 25 Save the Dates for 2022, 2023, and 2024 ...... 28
Thank you to our 2021 sponsors!
CLOSING REMARKS Deacon Frank Secretary, Board of Trustees
Thank you to our 2021 partner!
2 A Letter from the President Welcome Conference Attendees,
On behalf of the NYAEYC Governing Board and staff, it is our honor to welcome you to the 2021 Annual Conference held virtually this year. We are so thrilled you have taken the time out of your schedule to spend time with us for your personal professional development and growth. Be sure to find a location in your program or home with minimal distractions to maximize your conference experience. If you have been attending our conferences for a long time, we are thrilled to have you back. If this is your first time attending, we are so happy to meet you!
Heather Sweet This year's keynote presentations will be embracing diversity, equity, and President, NYAEYC inclusion - pointed, relevant, and crucial topics that are essential to an early Governing Board childhood educator's professional development journey. We are happy to say that the keynote speakers who were scheduled to come in 2020 agreed to join us virtually this year. Walter Gilliam, Ph.D., the Elizabeth Mears and House Jameson Professor of Child Psychiatry and Psychology at the Yale Child Study Center and Director of Tale’s Edward Zigler Center and Social Policy, will join us Friday, April 16 at 11:00am. We will then welcome Rosemarie Allen, Ph.D., an Associate Professor in the School of Education at Metropolitan State University of Denver, on Saturday at 11:0am. Finally, Megan Madison, doctoral student at Brandeis University, will close out the conference on Sunday, April 18.
We would also like to highlight our exciting kick-off event, scheduled for Thursday, April 15 at 7:00pm. Coy Bowles, children's book author, early childhood advocate, and singer/songwriter for the Zac Brown Band. Coy and Kristen Kerr, the NYAEYC Executive Director, will facilitate an exciting discussion about advocacy, storytelling, and the inherent power found within in all early childhood professionals.
Be sure to look over the Final Program, build your conference schedule around the workshops that will best fit your professional development needs, visit with our sponsors and exhibitors, collect points for the virtual scavenger hunt, and utilize the various networking opportunities throughout the event. Enjoy your time, and we hope to see you in person in 2022!
Sincerely, Heather Sweet President, New York Association for the Education of Young Children
3 Conference Need to Know
Virtual Scavenger Hunt and Raffle Collect points throughout the four days of the conference! You will want to look for codes within workshop descriptions, within exhibitor and sponsor descriptions, as pop-ups, receive points for attending workshops and keynotes, and more! The more points you receive, the more raffle tickets you can submit for your chance to win some great prizes! Head over to the Gamification tab in PheedLoop to see our list of prizes!
OCFS Training Hours OCFS training hours will be awarded for workshops that are attended in-full and during the four live days of the conference. OCFS credits will not be awarded for on-demand workshops that are viewed following the event. In order to receive appropriate training hours documented on your Training Certificate, you must complete a pop-up survey that will appear toward the end of the workshops you are attending. The submission of this short survey is your proof of attendance and how the hours will be applied to your certificate.
Certificates NYAEYC Certificates will be awarded at the end of the conference. Annual They will be sent via email and can also be downloaded from the Account section in PheedLoop. Should you have Conference any difficulty retrieving the certificate or information is missing, please email Aimee Pryba at [email protected].
4 Kick-OffKick-Off Event Event and and Keynotes Keynotes
DAY 1 Thursday, April 15, 7:00-8:00pm
COY BOWLES Children's Book Author, Early Childhood Advocate, and Singer/songwriter for the Zac Brown Band The Power of Early Childhood Educators, The Power of Storytelling
Friday, April 16, 11:00am-12:00pm DAY 2 Friday, April 16, 2:00-3:00pm WALTER GILLIAM, PH.D. Elizabeth Mears and House Jameson Professor of Child Psychiatry and Psychology at the Yale Child Study Center and Director of Tale’s Edward Zigler Center and Social Policy Keynote How Implicit Biases Shape the Way We View Our Children Featured Session - Friday, April 16, 2:00-3:00pm Connecting What We Know About Preschool Expulsion To What We Do
DAY 3 Saturday, April 17, 11:00am-12:00pm
ROSEMARIE ALLEN, PH.D. Associate Professor in the School of Education at Metropolitan State University of Denver If Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Are the Goals, the Objective Must Include Positively Connecting With and Relating to ALL Children
DAY 4 Sunday, April 18, 11:00am-12:00pm
MEGAN MADISON Doctoral Candidate in Social Policy at Brandeis University, Early Childhood Trainer, Scholar, Advocate, Organizer How Do We Get There? The Journey Toward Racial Justice
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Thursday, April 15, 2021 Session 1 1:00pm-2:00pm
Why All These Assessment Tools? CBK: 6; OCFS: 3; Level: 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 6; DF: 5 Deborah Collette-Cromp, Trainer/Coach, Teaching Improves Performance, Malone, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist How the Pyramid Model, Environmental Rating Scales, and Quality Stars work together. Engage in self- reflection activities using the ERS and Inventory of Practices.
The Importance of Early Experiences: How Playing IS Kindergarten Readiness! CBK: 1, 4; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 6; DF: 1, 2, 3, 4 Lisa Murphy, Early Childhood Specialist, Founder and CEO of Ooey Gooey, Inc., Kissimmee, FL During this session Lisa will identify the seven things we need to do with children each day. These seven things make up the foundation that supports the house of higher learning. There is nothing wrong with the "academic" expectations within this house: reading, writing, math... the trouble is that many early childhood educators are being pressured to build a house where there is no foundation. And you do not need to be an architect to know that if you build where there is no foundation, the house will come crashing down. Playing is "getting them ready" and through an investigation of each of the seven things, Lisa shows you how. By making time to create, move, sing, discuss, observe, read, and play we are getting children ready not just for kindergarten but for life.
The Transition Into Kindergarten: One of Life's Biggest Transitions CBK: 2, 7; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 3, 4, 5 Patricia Persell, NYS Head Start Collaboration Director, NYS Council on Children and Families, Rensselaer, NY The transition into kindergarten is one of life's biggest transitions and a little preparation can go a long way. When children and parents know what to expect, and when schools know who is coming into their kindergarten classrooms in the fall, all do better. A warm transition can have a lasting impact all the way through 12th grade and beyond. Learn some new steps to strengthen your school/program's transition practices. Both sides of the transition can work to strengthen the system, and this can lead to better outcomes for children and more satisfied staff and teachers. All levels are welcome, parents too!
Technology: A Business Outreach Tool CBK: 7; OCFS: 5; Level: 1; TA: 2, 3; DF: 5 Brooke Ricci, Training Coordinator, Early Care & Learning Council, Albany, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Discover ways to communicate with parents, employees, and the general public by using online tools such as social media, SMS/text alerts, and website optimization. Brainstorm additional ways to recruit new staff, connect with families, and advertise your business.
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Thursday, April 15, 2021 Session 2 2:30pm-3:30pm
Death by PowerPoint CBK: 6,7; OCFS: 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 6; DF: 5 Marilyn Ballard, President, ECE Solutions,Inc., Buffalo, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist There are two important components of a quality presentation--mastery of content and mastery of presentation skills. Two very different skill sets. When we ignore one, the training experience for the participants will be affected. Whether training at a monthly staff meeting or at a national conference, participants will gain concrete strategies that will improve the training experience immediately for both presenter and attendees.
Early Intervention-Special Education Preschool Transitions: Making it Easy for Parents, Children and Teachers CBK: 2; OCFS: 1; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 2, 3, 4 Nancy Hampton, Transition Coordinator, NYS Council on Children and Families, Rensselaer, NY Tracy Lyman, Lecturer & Early Intervention Specialist, Binghamton University, Binghamton, NY Learn how to support a successful transition from Early Intervention services to Special Education Preschool for children, parents, and teachers. Both Early Intervention services to Special Education Preschool have numerous rules and regulations and knowing these requirements provide a solid foundation for teachers to help support parents in the transition.
Building Resilient Communities CBK: 1, 2; OCFS: 1, 3, 6; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Tamae Memole, Director of Program Development, Prevent Child Abuse New York, Troy, NY As knowledge and understanding around the Adverse Childhood Experience Study grows, so does the need for tangible action steps to build resilience. To do this, we all must recognize that we have the opportunity and shared responsibility to build resilience in children and families. Participants will be introduced to the Protective Factors Framework, engage in perspective shifting work, and leave equipped with everyday action steps that will help them strengthen the resilience of the children and families they work with.
Behavior Management Techniques and Strategies CBK: 1, 3, 4; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1; TA: 1, 3, 4; DF: 2, 3 Nancy Picart, Professor, Business Office Support Services, Brentwood, NY The workshop will cover a discussion of child behaviors as well as personal strategies to guide and help young children with self-regulation through class management, positive guidance, setting limits, and lesson plans that incorporate these strategies. Participants will explore multiple ideas, concepts, and lesson plans built around these strategies that they can bring back to their centers to share with other staff and families.
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Thursday, April 15, 2021 Session 3 4:00pm-5:00pm
Coaching Skill Building: Using the Core Body of Knowledge and the New NYS Early Learning Guidelines CBK: 6; OCFS: 1; Level: 3; TA: 6; DF: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Helen Frazier, Director of Early Childhood, New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute, Brooklyn, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Would you like to build your skills as a coach? New York State's foundational documents, the Core Body of Knowledge and the Early Learning Guidelines, are essential to creating a shared vision of quality practice across the state. In this session, practicing and aspiring coaches will practice using the CBK to set goals and the new Early Learning Guidelines to guide coachees in reflection.
Increasing Social Emotional Health in Preschool Classrooms Through Mindful Meditation CBK: 1; OCFS: 2; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 3, 4, 5; DF: 3 Susan Shapiro, Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Special Education, Touro College of Education, New York, NY Charlotte Gibson, Certified Meditation Teacher, The Happinest, Brooklyn, NY Explore engaging and tangible exercises that can be used to implement meditation in the classroom and at home. Meditation can be critical in helping children and adults learn to regulate stress. Meditation is the act of checking in with the body, mind, and mood and developing an understanding relationship with your thoughts and emotions. It is a powerful tool to help regulate stress and help promote calm, present thinking.
Office for New Americans: Helping Immigrants in Your Community CBK: 2; OCFS: 5; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Cynthia Stewart, M.S., Ramirez June Developmental Disabilities Navigator, NYS Office for New Americans, Albany, NY Learn about the new NYS Office of New Americans, instituted by Gov. Cuomo to maximize the support offered to new immigrants all over the state. ONA contracts with 27 local immigrant organizations to offer English language learners classes, facilitate naturalization paperwork, and help families with young children find childcare and other services in their new communities. Does your community have an ONA connection? Join us to find out.
Stress Management: Defining Emotional Health and the Quality of Life CBK: 3,4,5,6,7; OCFS: 4; TA: 1,2,3,4,5,7; DF: 1,2,3,4 JuNene K., Social Emotional Specialist, Perpetual Motion Studios, LLC, Dallas, TX Better people make better employees. This training defines emotional heath at its core and teaches individuals how to be better people (mentally physically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually) through the management of stress, so they can perform their jobs at an optimal level. Explore ways to deal with internal conflict so that it doesn't show up in external situations. Learn specific steps to mastering the art of self.
8 Workshop Listing Thursday, April 15, 2021 Special Kick-Off Event Session 4 7:00pm-8:00pm The Power of Early Childhood Educators, The Power of Storytelling Coy Bowles, Children's Book Author, Early Childhood Advocate, Singer/Songwriter for Zac Brown Band Join Coy as he shares his own story about how he found his place in the early childhood education field as a teacher, advocate, storyteller, and healer. He’ll engage in inspirational dialogue with NYAEYC Executive Director, Kristen Kerr, and a special guest! You will learn how sharing and advocating your story can impact change. Finally, Coy will regale us with song and remind you of the inherent power you possess as educators.
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Friday, April 16, 2021 Session 1 7:00am-8:00am
Getting Ready for QUALITYstarsNY CBK: 6, 7; OCFS: 3, 5; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 2, 3, 6; DF: 5 Amy Franz, Quality Improvement Specialist, QUALITYstarsNY, Clinton, NY A systematic introduction to the QUALITYstarsNY standards and an opportunity to examine your practices and determine which QSNY standards you meet and which standards you may need support in meeting.
Challenging Behaviors: Strategies to Support Our Most Difficult Children CBK: 1, 4; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2; TA: 1, 2; DF: 2, 3 Kim Stewart, Director of Early Childhood Programing, Seneca Babcock Early Childhood Academy, Buffalo, NY Engage in an activity-rich session where you will learn about trauma, understanding what to look for when kids exhibit challenging behaviors, and practical strategies that can be started in the classroom immediately.
Stories to Serenity: Using Picture Books to Teach Mindfulness CBK: 2, 4, 5; OCFS: 2, 3; Level: 1, 2,3; TA: 1, 3, 4, 5; DF: 2, 3, 4 Jessica Janowsky, MSEd, RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher), Ultimate Fit Chick, Elmira, NY, T-TAP Content Specialist See a model of how to use children's picture books to teach mindfulness to children. Mindfulness is the ability to be present in the moment with acceptance. Mindfulness has been scientifically determined to help reduce stress and increase happiness. The children's books themselves become invaluable resources for any early childhood professional to be able to promote calm, connected children in their care.
What to Know about the Virtual Scavenger Hunt Points will be accumulated and then submitted as a raffle ticket. You may use 10 points for one raffle ticket for one prize and another raffle ticket for a different prize may be 20 tickets. Once you have "claimed" a prize using your points, you have submitted a raffle ticket for that prize.
Once all raffle tickets have been submitted, everyone who submitted raffle tickets for the prizes will be placed in respective drawings and one winner will be chosen to receive that prize. Winners will be notified at the end of the conference.
Points can be found in workshop descriptions, in exhibitor descriptions, and as pop-up notifications throughout the conference. Once you have found a "code", head over to the Gamification tab, input your code, and build up those points! Questions, please email Aimee at [email protected].
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Friday, April 16, 2021 Session 2 9:00am-10:00am
A Reflective Practice: Ongoing Professional Development Through Relationship-Based Coaching CBK: 6; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7; DF: 5 Steve Castar, Early Childhood Coach, New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute, Port Washington, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Serene Stevens, Early Childhood Coach, New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute, Bronx, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Are you an administrator/director looking for new strategies to initiate and sustain change? Learn how relationship-based coaching can help you motivate staff, guide them to be self-reflective, and improve program quality.
Trusting Children: What Can We Learn From a Rural Community in China? CBK: 1; OCFS: 1; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 2, 3 Sherry Cleary, Executive Director, New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute, Brooklyn, NY In Anji County, children between the ages of 3 and 6 attend schools that each demonstrate a deep commitment to play and learning. The philosophy is based on a beautiful premise--that children can be trusted to drive their own learning through play that is full of calculated risk. This session, with video and photographs, will engage attendees in discussion about the role of teachers in supporting children through play. Prepare to be amazed.
Author Studies With Preschoolers CBK: 4; OCFS: 1; Level: 1, 2; TA: 1, 3; DF: 3 Valerie Halla, Lead Teacher, Westminster Early Childhood Programs, Buffalo, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Children should be exposed to reading at a very young age. Doing author studies brings all learning domains into the process. We will discuss what a study is and work together to come up with activities for specific authors.
Protecting Your Business and Your Investment, Family Childcare CBK: 6, 7; OCFS: 5; Level: 1, 2,3; TA: 3; DF: 5 Sharon Woodward, Founder, Woodward Consulting, LLC; Family Childcare Expert, Newburyport, MA Instructions and resources regarding overcoming barriers to operating a successful early childcare business. Topics such as “Really Understanding Regulations”, “The Importance of Documentation”, “Citations” and “Effectively Negotiating Agreement” will be examined and discussed.
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Friday, April 16, 2021 KEYNOTE ADDRESS Session 3 11:00am-12:00pm
How Implicit Biases Shape the Way We View Our Children CBK: 1, 6; OCFS: 1; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Walter Gilliam, Ph.D., Elizabeth Mears & House Jameson Professor of Child Psychiatry & Psychology, Director, Edward Zigler Center in Child Development & Social Policy, Yale Child Study Center, New Haven, CT Using the latest findings on gender and racial disproportionality in early education, the potential causes for these disparities and the role of implicit bias will be explored. Although the presentation will focus on research findings, attendees also will be exposed to emerging information about how biases are formed, how they shape the way we view children and their behaviors, and how they limit the ways we envision how we may respond to student behaviors.
Session 4 2:00pm-3:00pm
Connecting What We Know About Preschool Expulsion To What We Do CBK: 1. 4. 6; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 3 Walter Gilliam, Ph.D., Elizabeth Mears & House Jameson Professor of Child Psychiatry & Psychology; Director, Edward Zigler Center in Child Development & Social Policy, Yale Child Study Center, New Haven, CT This presentation will continue from the morning keynote. Attendees will hear more about the potential role of teacher job stress and depression as predictors of preschool expulsion and suspension, as well as potential methods for reducing the likelihood of expulsions and suspensions through early childhood mental health consultation and though direct measurement of the mental healthiness of early childhood environments and interactions. A much deeper dive into the nature of implicit bias will be provided, as well as a deep discussion of emerging ways to measure and address issues of classroom mental health climate and equity.
Yogapalooza: Incorporate Yoga and Mindfulness Into the Classroom CBK: 4; OCFS: 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 3; DF: 3, 4 Bari Koral, Yoga, Music & Movement Specialist, Child/Family Recording Artist, Saugerties, NY Help your kids learn to calm and soothe themselves, build confidence and self-esteem. The Yogapalooza training will give you everything you need to start to bring powerful mindfulness and kids yoga content into the classroom.
Separation, Attachment and Trust in a Digital World CBK: 1, 2; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1; TA: 1, 2, 3; DF: 1, 2 Beth Mindes, Quality Improvement Specialist, QUALITYstarsNY, Warwick, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Define and discuss the importance of separation, attachment, and trust as it pertains to caring for infants and toddlers. Create separation policies for infant, toddlers, and their families. Explore the advantages and disadvantages regarding relationship building and communication in childcare in this digital age.
12 Workshop Listing Friday, April 16, 2021 Session 4 2:00pm-3:00pm
Guiding Behaviors in School-Age Programs: Challenges and Solutions CBK: 1, 4; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2; TA: 1; DF: 4 Arlene Rider, Ph.D., Empire State College, Wappingers Falls, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Tracy Galuski, Ph.D., Empire State College, East Aurora, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Explore a number of challenges you may see in your program, and share solutions that can support and build behavior skills through practical examples for a broad range of school-age programs. Ways to promote self-esteem in school-age children will also be discussed.
Session 5 4:30pm-5:30pm
Domestic Violence and Child Neglect: Ideas and Strategies CBK: 2; OCFS: 6; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 5 Timothy Hathaway, Executive Director, Prevent Child Abuse New York, Troy, NY Lorien Castelle, Director of Prevention, NYS Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Rochester, NY Explore the links between child neglect, interpersonal violence, and the family/community systems that strengthen and protect families. Information and practical ideas about how early childhood professionals can use community resources to support children and parents facing these complex and trauma-inducing experiences.
Caring Spaces CBK: 1, 4; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3; DF: 1, 2 Rosemarie Lawton, Infant Toddler Specialist, Childcare Council of Dutchess and Putnam, Poughkeepsie, NY,T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Explore the importance of freedom of movement, responsive caregiving, and quality materials for infants and toddlers. Upon completion of this training, participants will be invited to pursue future coaching sessions with the Infant Toddler Specialist on these topics for quality improvement.
Social Emotional Screening Implementation: Strategies for Success CBK: 1, 3; OCFS: 1, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; DF: 1, 2, 3 Melissa Passarelli, Director of Programs, Docs for Tots, Roslyn, NY; Maggie Wayne, MPH, BRITE Program Manager, Docs for Tots, Roslyn, NY; Colleen Farrell, MSEd., CLC, Regional Infant Toddler Specialist and ECH Specialist IT, Childcare Council of Suffolk, Commack, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist; Stella Lundie, Early Childhood Specialist, Infant Toddler Regional Specialist, Bilingual Spanish/English, IMH-E® Infant Family Associate, Childcare Council of Nassau, Garden City, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist This session will review screening in early care and education, specifically a social emotional screening tool (ASQ-SE) and describe a model of universal screening implementation that has shown success in a variety of childcare settings. Topics include an intro to the screen, an overview of the learning collaborative model and curriculum, quality improvement, and lessons learned from training providers pre- and post- pandemic. Implications for childcare providers and professional development providers will be discussed. 13 Workshop Listing Quality From an Administrative Perspective CBK: 7; OCFS: 5; Level: 2; TA: 2, DF: 5 Heather Sweet, Director of Curriculum & Education, Brightside Up, Inc., Menands, NY,T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Building quality programs starts from the administration. Using the Program Administration Scale (PAS) is a way to measure that quality. Get an overview of the tool and how to score each indicator. Learn how to gather the necessary information to finalize the rating.
Saturday, April 17, 2021 Session 1 8:00am-9:00am
Open-Ended Art: Creative Ideas for School-Age Children CBK: 4; OCFS: 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1; DF: 4 Tracy Galuski, Associate Professor, Empire State College, Empire State College, East Aurora, NY,T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Children of all ages can explore art techniques and develop art skills. Explore ways to integrate art into a variety of school-age programs and learn variety of art activities that staff can explore with children and youth, including strategies for art appreciation.
When Best Intentions Backfire: EcoHeathy Childcare CBK: 4, 5, 7; OCFS: 2, 4, 5; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Sue Kowaleski, Coordinator, Southern Adirondack Childcare Network, Argyle, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Children's environments effect their health and well-being. Many people are unaware of potential toxins in their early learning programs. Hear how you can clean up your space and keep children safer from some surprising hazards. Make a difference for children's better health, behavior, and learning abilities.
The Power of Participation: Democracy in Early Childhood Programs CBK: 1, 4; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3; DF: 2, 3 Elizabeth Rodano, Ed.D., Early Childhood Coordinator, German International School New York, Monroe, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Who makes the decisions in your classroom or program? Do you plan the day, or are children of all ages able to make decisions about what they want to do? Do they have the ability to share their thoughts and ideas about what they are discovering? Initially developed from time spent in Democratic Kindergartens of Northern Germany, this training will explore giving children choices; providing the freedom to explore; and building confident, resilient, and empowered citizens (and voters!) of the 21st century.
SPAN Early Childhood Nutrition CBK: 4, 5; OCFS: 1, 2, 3, 4; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 1, 2, 3 Karin Sperb, Quality Improvement Specialist, QUALITYstarsNY, Hicksville, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Kathy Moss, Quality Improvement Specialist, QUALITYstarsNY, Tappan, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Learn about healthy eating and incorporating healthier foods into childcare meals and snacks. Explore the division of responsibility in feeding, encouraging children to try new foods, and family-style dining and how to incorporate it into meal times. Discover and discuss fun activities that incorporate nutrition concepts into classroom and program activities.
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Saturday, April 17, 2021 Session 2 9:30am-10:30am
Learning From PreK: Meeting the K-3 Standards Through Inquiry-Based Teaching CBK: 1, 3, 4; OCFS: 1; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2; DF: 4 Dana Benzo, Director of Elementary Programs (PreK-6), Rome City School District, Rome, NY,T-TAP Professional Development Specialist James Daino, Principal, Rome City School District, Rome, NY Just as 3- and 4-year-old children learn through play, 5-7 year olds learn best in environments that are both structured and exploratory. Examine developmental growth patterns, classroom behaviors, curricular activities, and expectations through video observation and reflective dialogue. Successful public school models of inquiry-based teaching will be provided as provocations to set the stage for exploration. The new NYS Next Generation Standards will be used as a resource.
Physical Activity's Impact on Children's Brains and Bodies CBK: 1, 4; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 5, 6; DF: 2, 3 Diane Craft, Early Childhood Physical Activity Consultant, Active Play Books, Cortland, NY, T-TAP Content Specialist Kate Rose Bobseine, Obesity Prevention Program Coordinator, Bureau of Community Chronic Disease Prevention, NYS Department of Health, Menands, NY Learn developmentally appropriate, inclusive physical activities to lead with toddlers and preschoolers in care. These activities use inexpensive equipment, work in small spaces, and can be enjoyed in home- based and center-based childcare settings. View videos of 18-month to 5-year-old children playing these fun activities and play some yourself! Gather additional resources available from NYS Department of Health to help implement what you learn.
Working With Families in Early Childhood CBK: 2; OCFS: 1; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3; DF: 3 Cathy Johnan, Education Director/UPK Lead Teacher/Adjunct Professor SUNY@ New Paltz, First Steps Early Childhood Education Center, Woodstock, NY Get a greater understanding of the importance of our relationships with families in early childhood programs. Explore numerous aspects of family involvement and how critical it is for educators and providers to tap into cultures, backgrounds, and philosophies of our families to better support our children. Also explore how to incorporate NYS curriculum with family involvement and diversity in the classroom.
Let's Go Outside! Outdoor Time Is NOT Wasted Time CBK: 4, 5; OCFS: 3, 4; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 6; DF: 1, 2, 3, 4 Lisa Murphy, Early Childhood Specialist, Founder and CEO of Ooey Gooey, Inc., Kissimme, FL Reflect on your own outdoor play experience. Following a discussion of reactions and responses, Lisa shares a slide show of outdoor play experiences and activities that can be implemented immediately in both family childcare and center-based settings. Best of all, they are activities that use materials you probably already have in the garage or the shed! And in her usual engaging style, Lisa uses the pictures as springboards for discussions about issues related to outdoor play in our culture.
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Saturday, April 17, 2021 KEYNOTE ADDRESS Session 3 11:00am-12:00pm
If Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Are the Goals, the Objective Must Include Positively Connecting With and Relating to ALL Children CBK: 1, 2; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Rosemarie Allen, Ed.D., Associate Professor, Metropolitan University of Denver; President/CEO, Center for Equity and Excellence, Denver, CO This keynote presents a deeper dive into strategies for implementing equitable practices to create a diverse, inclusive, and equitable space where all children can thrive. We will explore what these practices look like in a classroom setting and identify strategies that can be implemented right away to move beyond surface-level diversity. Information regarding the relationship between children's behavior and the adult's responses to undesired behavior will also be presented. The role of implicit bias on behavioral expectations will be discussed and strategies will be provided for aligning practitioner expectations with those of children and families.
Session 4 2:00pm-3:00pm
The Business Side of Family Childcare CBK: 6, 7; OCFS: 5; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 3; DF: 5 Tom Copeland, Trainer, Author, Advocate for the Business of Family Childcare, Saint Paul, ME This workshop will cover: how to handle contracts and policies in the age of COVID-19; coping with liability issues and enforcing agreements; key record keeping tips for 2021in the year of COVID-19; tracking hours when closed; and claiming all allowable deductions,
Adopting a Child-Responsive Supervision Model: Regulations, Policies and Best Practices CBK: 4; OCFS: 1, 7; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2; DF: 3, 4 Deborah Fitzgerald, Professional Development Consultant and Coach, Vestal, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Effective supervision of children is a critical element in every childcare environment. Using a responsive supervision model improves our interactions with children and reduces challenging behaviors. In this workshop, we will review the regulatory definition of supervision, define the components of effective supervision, explore the benefits of a responsive supervision model, review tools you can use to evaluate your current supervision policies, and develop your plan to support best practices in every situation.
Understanding Child Development and Behavior of Young Children CBK: 1; OCFS: 1; Level: 1, 2; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; DF: 3 Anna Ileto, Early Childhood Programs Specialist and Adjunct Faculty, Buffalo Zoo, Williamsville, NY Participants will review the dimensions of child development and typical behaviors of young children. Define behavioral perspective and motivational theories in learning. And look at different vignettes of children's challenging behaviors and identify appropriate behavioral plans and practical applications for teachers and parents.
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Saturday, April 17, 2021 Session 4 2:00pm-3:00pm
Bilingual Circle Time: Strategies for Success CBK: 1, 4; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 3; DF: 3 Elizabeth Rodano, Ed.D., Early Childhood Coordinator, German International School New York, Monroe, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Are you currently working in a bilingual or dual-language setting? Or do you have the opportunity to promote bilingualism in your classroom? Together we will explore strategies for using circle time and other whole-group activities as a way to support and promote bilingualism for our learners.
Session 5 4:00pm-5:00pm
Explorations With Young Children in Diverse Contexts: Supports for Curriculum, Instruction and Inclusion CBK: 1, 3, 4, 6, OCFS: 1; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3; DF: 2, 3, 4 Gail Buffalo, Instructor - Early Childhood Education, Teachers College Columbia University, New York, NY A team of teacher researchers compare findings from inclusive and self-contained classrooms across New York City (3-K through second grade). The team identified best practices in and challenges to promoting positive peer interactions; setting up classrooms for student self-regulation; providing challenging arts-based and writing curricula; incorporating behavioral supports that optimize student learning; and allowing for children's self-directed play.
Early Childhood Career Pathways CBK: 6; OCFS: 5; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 7; DF: 5 Claudine Campanelli, Director of Career Development and Higher Education, New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute, New York, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Antonee Lewis, Career Advisor, New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute, Brooklyn, NY Have you thought about what is next for you in early childhood? The New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute career advisors will share a variety of career pathways that might be the right fit for you. Learn about the different careers in the early childhood field, the qualifications and skills needed for these roles, and where to seek out these opportunities, including college and career planning tips and suggestions for professional growth.
Purposeful P.L.A.Y. CBK: 1, 4; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2; TA: 1, 2, 3; DF: 3 Sarah Gould-Houde, Quality Improvement Specialist, QUALITYstarsNY, Ballston Spa, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Play is super fun, engaging, and packed full of learning opportunities! Examine developmentally appropriate environments and teaching practices to support optimal developmental outcomes for preschoolers through their focused play.
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Transitions! Helping Toddlers Have Easier Days CBK: 1, 4; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 1, 2; TA: 1; DF: 2 Elizabeth Rodano, Ed.D., Early Childhood Coordinator, German International School New York, Monroe, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Do you often feel like you are asking your toddlers to do the same thing over and over again? Are you out of breath at the end of the day? Do you struggle to get them from one activity to the next? Then this training is for you! Explore the tricky world of toddler transitions, learn about best practices, and create a plan for a smoother day for both you and the children in your care.
Sunday, April 18, 2021 Session 1 8:00am-9:00am
Prácticas Inclusivas: Respetando la Diversidad Cultural y Lingüística CBK: 1, 2, 4; OCFS: 1; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3; DF: 1, 2, 3 Ivonne Monje, Screening and Assessment Specialist, New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute, Brooklyn, NY Tatiana Bacigalupe, Screening and Assessment Specialist, New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute, Brooklyn, NY (THIS SESSION WILL BE CONDUCTED IN SPANISH)|English: Participants will explore the importance of respecting cultural and linguistic diversity of children and families. We will define the concepts of culture and linguistic diversity from a strength-based approach and how they inform our reflective practice. |Espanol: En esta sesión, los participantes explorarán la importancia de respetar la diversidad cultural y lingüística de los niños y familias. Vamos a definir los conceptos de cultura y la diversidad lingüística desde un punto de vista de las fortalezas de los niños y niñas para informar una práctica reflexive.
SPAN Early Childhood Physical Activity CBK: 4, 5; OCFS: 1, 2, 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 1, 2, 3 Kathy Moss, Quality Improvement Specialist, QUALITYstarsNY, Tappan, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Karin Sperb, Quality Improvement Specialist, QUALITYstarsNY, Hicksville, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Learn about the importance of physical activity and the benefits for young children. Learn how to lead early childhood physical activities that are developmentally appropriate and inclusive. Activities presented use only inexpensive equipment, work in small spaces, and can be enjoyed in home-based and center- based childcare settings as well as by families.
The Art of Professionalism: Taking It to the Next Level CBK: 6, 7; OCFS: 3, 5, 7; Level: 1, 2; TA: 1, 2, 3, 5; DF: 5 Krista Nicolaisen, FCC & SGR Coordinator and Trainer, Rochester Childfirst Network, Rochester, NY,T- TAP Professional Development Specialist Explore the characteristics of a professional, learn tools of the trade, and look for ways to increase your professionalism. This workshop is ideal for students, new comers to the field, and anyone looking to climb the career ladder. 18 Workshop Listing
Sunday, April 18, 2021 Session 1 8:00am-9:00am
Exploring the Seven Life Skills CBK: 1, 4; OCFS: 1, 3; Level: 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7; DF: 3, 4 Tina Rose-Turriglio, Associate in Instructional Services (N-6), NYSED Office of Early Learning, Valley Falls, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist Explore seven life skills based on the work of Ellen Galinsky, author of Mind in the Making: The Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs. From focus and self control to making connections and from critical thinking to engaged learning, learn strategies for supporting these skills in the classroom.
Session 2 9:30am-10:30am
Mindful Breathing and Calm Centering for Young Children CBK: 1, 5; OCFS: 1, 2, 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 3, 4, 5 Ann Biese, Meditation & Mindfulness Specialist, Ann Biese Yoga, Newburyport, MA Worry and anxiety impact our children like never before, and household chaos can heighten an already stressful life for young children. Learning to lower stress through breathing is a life skill that strengthens the prefrontal cortex of the brain. Using the techniques of yogic breathing can bring a profound increase in oxygen to the body and brain. By controlling the breath we can create balance and reduce stress and anxiety. If we change the breath, we change the mind-set for young children.
Reaching Students on the Autism Spectrum...AND the Parents Who Come With Them CBK: 1, 2; OCFS: 1; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 5, 7; DF: 2, 3, 4 Barbara Boroson, Autism Inclusion Specialist, Scholastic/ASCD Author, Full Spectrum Autism Solutions, Pelham, NY Are you in sync with the parents and guardians of your students on the autism spectrum? Do they readily accept your observations and recommendations? Do you welcome theirs? No? Let's change that. This dynamic session explains the challenges presented by students on the spectrum AND by their parents/guardians and provides you with practical strategies for breaking through.
Becoming Trauma Informed: What Childcare Workers Need to Know CBK: 1, 5; OCFS: 10; TA: 1, 2, 3; DF: 1, 2, 3 Lauren Polvere, Ph.D., Founder Principal, Policy Strategy Consultants, LLC, Jay, NY Understanding trauma and how to effectively work with young children dealing with traumatic or adverse childhood experiences.
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Sunday, April 18, 2021 KEYNOTE ADDRESS Session 3 11:00am-12:00pm
How Do We Get There? The Journey Toward Racial Justice CBK: 2, 4; OCFS: 3; Level: 1, 2, 3; TA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; DF: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Megan Madison, Racial Equity Facilitator, New York, NY, T-TAP Professional Development Specialist We're in a moment where the deep and painful realities of racial injustice in our country are being unveiled. The United States held nearly 70,000 migrant children in detention facilities in 2019. Approximately 250 preschoolers are suspended or expelled every day. Black infants die twice as often as non-Hispanic white infants. For those who live these inequities, these realities are neither new nor surprising. As these injustices are uncovered for many more, there is a growing sense that change is both necessary and inevitable. We want racial justice, and we know it is our professional responsibility to advance equity in our classrooms, programs, and communities. But how? During this keynote presentation, Megan will grapple with some of the big questions that are emerging in this moment: Where exactly are we going? How do we get there? What does racial equity mean? And what is our role as early childhood educators?
20 Presenters NYAEYC would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all of the presenters who dedicated their time and expertise to the Annual Conference. This would not have been possible without you. Thank you!
Allen, Ed.D., Rosemarie Johnan, Cathy Bacigalupe, Tatiana Koral, Bari Ballard, Marilyn Kowaleski, Sue Benzo, Dana Lawton, Rosemarie Biese, Ann Lyman, Tracy Boroson, Barbara Madison, Megan Buffalo, Gail Memole, Tamae Campanelli, Claudine Mindes, Beth Castar, Steve Monje, Ivonne Castelle, Lorien Moss, Kathy Murphy, Lisa Cleary, Sherry Nicolaisen, Krista Collette-Cromp, Deborah Passarelli, Melissa Coons, Chris Persell, Patricia Copeland, Tom Picart, Nancy Craft, Diane Polvere, Lauren Fitzgerald, Deborah Ricci, Brooke Franz, Amy Rider, Arlene Frazier, Helen Rodano, Elizabeth Galuski, Tracy Rose-Turriglio, Tina Gibson, Charlotte Shapiro, Susan Gilliam, Ph.D., Walter Sperb, Karin Gould-Houde, Sarah Stewart, Kim Halla, Valerie Stewart, M.S., Cynthia Hampton, Nancy Sweet, Heather Hasty, Melissa Toth, JoAnn Hathaway, Timothy Von Stackelberg, Julika Ileto, Anna Woodward, Sharon Janowsky, Jessica
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CTLE Certificate can be found here: http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/pdf/ctle- certificate-completion-form.pdf 24 New York AEYC Governing Board Heather Sweet, President Stephanie Dockweiler, Past President Cecilia Scott-Croff, Vice President Alejandra Ortega, Recording Secretary Dorey Bridge, Treasurer Rhya Jerrold, Finance Chair Liz Box, Accreditation and Program Improvement Chair Sue Kowaleski, Governance Co-Chair Jenna Pettinicchi, Governance Co-Chair Debbie Collette-Cromp, Member Services and Programs Chair Cristina Medellin, Professional Preparation and Development Chair Olivia Wang, Public Relations and Marketing Chair Lynn Lubecki, Public Policy Chair Val Halla, At-Large Member Gerald Sweeney, At-Large Member Beth Starks, Chapter Council Representative 1 Barbara Pierson, Chapter Council Representative 2 Reeshemah Brightley, Chapter Council Representative 3 State Staff Kristen Kerr, Executive Director LaRonda Famodu, Administrative Assistant Avril Mills, Professional Development Coordinator Kiersten Nace, Professional Development Project Assistant Deborah Fitzgerald, Pyramid Model Training Coordinator Sheridan Povemba, Pyramid Model Training Coordinator Sneh Modi, Chapter Relations and Membership Coordinator Katie Albitz, Public Policy and Advocacy Coordinator Aimee Pryba, Events and Communications Coordinator John Doemel, Financial Coordinator
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Thank you for attending the 2021 Virtual Annual Conference!
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