Please join us for a Saturday filled with learning and laughing. Network with other early learning professionals, receive 6 hours of training, visit some of the best vendors in the child care profession, and enjoy breakfast and lunch.
Keynote Address: The Joy in the Journey
Shannon Hendricks - Director, Children's Services - Bryan's House, Dallas TX
Join Shannon as she explores the "Journey" we call life! Walk with her down the path that helps you recognize what brings you joy!
Life Happens! Discover the keys to navigating it with a SMILE!
Conference Schedule:
7:45-9:00 am Registration, Breakfast, Visit Exhibitors
9:00-10:30 am Keynote Address
10:30 am - 12:15 pm AM Sessions
12:15- 1:15 pm Lunch, Networking, Visit Exhibitors
1:15-2:45 pm PM Sessions
AM Sessions:
Teacher Track: Helping Children Manage and Regulate Their Emotions - Mona Alomar, Les Enfants
Self-regulation improves children’s ability to function in social and academic settings. Some examples of self regulation include engaging in conversations, concentrating on tasks, collaborating, playing with others, and establishing friendships. So, let's discuss how we can help children in our classes learn to manage their emotions and behaviors in different situations.
Director Track: Evolving Your Practice: How Technology Can Help You Operate Your Center More Efficently and Effectively - Rob Fyke, Kangaroo Time
Technology is playing an increasingly important part in today's business climate. Join me to explore how implementing various forms of technology can help save you countless hours on day-to-day operations and marketing.
PM Sessions:
Teacher Track: Creating Child Centered Environments - Jessica Pierz, Future Generation
Join Jess as she explores Lisa Murphy's approach on the nine charecteristics programs need to build environments that are child- centered. Jess will share video clips and real life examples that will help even the most seasoned teacher to re-evaluate their classroom to ensure that it is a superb example of a child-centered, play based enviroment.
Director Track: Oops! I Did it Again. Common Mistakes That Early Learning Center Directors Make - Lynette Galante, Future Generation
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! This session will take an honest look at the common mistakes leaders make that can add to our stress and diminish our quality of leadeship and life.