Anoka County Early Childhood Spring
Conference
Sponsored by Licensed Child Care Providers of Anoka County
Saturday March 20th, 2010 7:00
a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Schwan Center, Blaine
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Keynote Speaker: “The Champion of Childhood,”Jason
Kotecki
Jason Kotecki, known as “The Champion of
Childhood,” is an engaging speaker, entertaining author, and creator of the
internationally known comic strip, Kim & Jason. He is an expert at helping
individuals and organizations “Escape Adulthood,” becoming more productive by
turning stress into laughter and having more fun every day. Get a sneak peak by
visiting his website:
www.KimandJason.com
Join Jason as he inspires us to embrace the childlike spirit within us in order
to remember the important things in life. Learn to have more fun while getting
more done. A refreshing, positive and upbeat kickoff to day of training.
Escape Adulthood: Living and Working With Less Stress and More Fun
Stressed? Busy? Want to resign from adulthood?
You may be struggling with a case of Adultitis. Make your escape! Find out how you
can overcome Adultitis, that dreaded condition that leaves its victims jaded and
overwhelmed, with super high stress levels. Jason believes life doesn't have
to be this way. You may not be able to be six again, but he will help you begin
to rediscover secrets from childhood, resulting in a more happy and fulfilling life
while increasing your chances of changing the world. Relief is within reach, no
matter how grown-up you may be. By masterfully combining hilarious anecdotes, uplifting
stories and powerful imagery, Jason shares witty observations and real-world techniques
that will both entertain and inspire you to:
- Get more done while having more fun.
- Reignite passion and optimism.
- Lead a richer, more balanced life.
- Learn easy tips on how to melt away built-up stress and fatigue.
Announcements and Keynote will start
promptly at 8:00
Avoid the rush, arrive early enough have a cup of coffee and browse the venders.
7:00 - 8:00 a.m. Registration & Vendor Shopping; Refreshments
8:00 - 9:45 a.m. Announcements & Keynote Address
9:45 - 10:15 a.m. Coffee Break & Shopping
10:15 - 11:45 a.m. Breakout Session 1
A. Spring/Summer Crafts - Michelle Anderson
Michelle will provide us with many craft and gardening ideas for spring and
summer, along with some ideas for Mother's Day and Father's Day.
B. I Never Promised You a Rose Garden: Problem Solving for Childcare Providers -
Joan Berntson
Every profession has its own unique set of Challenges. Whether you are wondering
how to make the financial end of Child Care work, or striving to teach kids fine
manners, or even learning how to deal with parents, there are common problems and
common sense solutions. If you have been in Childcare for many years and have "ironed
out all the wrinkles", we especially need YOU to attend this session to share
your insight and ideas. If you would like a specific problem addressed, please email
your question to:
jberntson@back2basics4kids.com
C. Child Passenger Restraint Systems - Kim Kiley
(THIS IS A 3 HOUR TRAINING - You must also take Class CC in the 2nd Session)
Are you a new provider or getting close to your renewal date for the Child Passenger
Restraint Systems certification needed for family licensed child care providers?
This class will meet all requirements for the licensing rule 245A.18, subd.2.
D. What’s New in our Rules?– Evelyn Nelson, Anoka County Child Care Licensing
Much has changed for licensed family child care providers over the past several
years. If you would like a review and/or clarification on the newer rules, this
session is intended to help you get updated. Another goal is to answer your questions
about family child care licensing guidelines/policies and interpretations. Please
be sure that you bring your Rule review and Handbook to this class.
11:45 - 12:45 P.M. Cafeteria- Lunch Door Prize Giveaway & Shopping
12:45 - 2:15 P.M. Breakout Session 2
AA. How does it feel? Child Care from a Parent’s Perspective - Beth Mork
Develop Parent Provider Partnerships that work! We will define what a partnership
is and what it is not. How do we develop a relationship with parents and still establish
policies that meet our needs as caregivers? By looking at child care from a parents
perspective, we can articulate rules that are respectful of both the provider and
the parent and meet the needs of both. Understanding how child care looks from a
parents perspective is a great way to discover how to help the parent see child
care from our perspective.
BB. Autism including child with Social, Communication, and Behavior Needs –
Joan Mick
This workshop will explore the key characteristics of Autism Spectrum disorder.
We will come to understand what it might feel like, to think like, a child with
autism by using a recent book from the best sellers list. Hands on tools will be
included to more effectively include a child with Autism in your child care setting.
CC. Child Passenger Restraint Systems Part 2– Kim Kiley
Second half of Child Passenger Restraint Systems Part 1. You must have signed up
for and completed part 1(Class C) in session 1 of the day. This will count for 3
hours of training and will certify you to transport children in your care.
DD. What are Cultural Not Ethnic
Differences - Marge Zakrzewski
Caregivers serve a variety of families whose problems and lifestyles may differ
from their own. Learn how to become more open and aware of your own culture and
lifestyle and how our past experiences affect our present interactions with infants,
toddlers, preschoolers and their families
2:15 - 2:30 p.m. Break
2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Breakout Session 3
AAA. How to Enjoy Caring for the School Aged Child - Beth Mork
This class will help reduce the stress some providers feel when faced with the “I’m
bored” syndrome. Understanding school age children and planning accordingly can
make school age child care a positive experience for both provider and child.
BBB. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Shaken Baby Syndrome (CDA 1) - Joan Mick
SIDS is the leading cause of death in infants under age one. Learn the facts about
SIDS and learn how to reduce the risk of SIDS in the child care setting. Important
information on Shaken Baby Syndrome will also be covered. This workshop satisfies
all of the requirements for licensing in child care.
CCC. What Exactly is Curriculum Anyway? (CDA 2)- Barb Wagner
So many of us think of curriculum and automatically think projects, yet the
curriculum we choose for our program is more than the themed arts and crafts. It
is our program as a whole from the environment and schedule right down to the actual
activities we plan for our children. This class will help you understand what curriculum
is, and how you can make it a reality in your program, and also take a look at a
variety of pre packaged to help you make an informed choice.
DDD. Child Care Driving you Crazy?? - Marge Zakrzewski
How your environment is organized has a powerful
influence over the way children and adults behave and interact. Learn how
thoughtful arrangement of activity areas can create a more peaceful, pleasant
and engaging context for the children and the caregiver for the various
activities throughout the day.
ALL TRAINING HAS BEEN APPROVED BY ANOKA COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES CHILD CARE LICENSING
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