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Planting the Seeds for the Future
2018
Great Start
Early Childhood Conference September 15, 2018
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Greenville High School
Planting the Seeds for the Future
2018 Great Start Early Childhood Conference
Schedule of Event- See nametag for assigned sessions and room numbers
8:00 – 9:00 am Conference Registration, Main Lobby
8:00 – 9:00 am Light Breakfast, Cafeteria
8:00 am -1:00 pm Cash and Carry Exhibitors
9:00 – 10:00 am Keynote, Auditorium
10:00 – 10:10 am Award Recognition, Auditorium
10:10 – 10:25 am Break
10:25 am – 4:00 pm Understanding Autism- All day session
10:25 – 11:55 am Breakout Session A- 1.5-hour session
11:55 am – 12:45 pm Lunch, Cafeteria
12:45 – 1:30 pm Breakout Session B- 45-minute session
1:35 – 2:20 pm Breakout Session C- 45-minute session
2:30 – 4:00 pm Breakout Session D- 1.5-hour session
2:25 – 3:10 pm Breakout Session E- 45- minute session
3:15 – 4:00 pm Breakout Session F- 45-minute session
4:00 pm Evaluation
Keynote - Auditorium- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
In the keynote address, Dr. Grant will discuss what neurodevelopmental trauma is and how it occurs.
She will focus on how such stressors change the development of a child’s brain and often result in a
child who responds to the world differently. She will briefly address why traditional ideas of behavior
management tend to be inconsistently successful in creating change.
Stephanie Grant, PhD, LPC, Director of the Reach Parent-Child Program & Trauma Informed
Communities
Biography for Stephanie Grant, PhD, LPC,: I love my work. It is not just, what I do, it is a part of who I
am. Whether it is working with kids and their families, teaching college students, or providing trainings to
adults, I look forward to it and have no intention of stopping. I also love my family. I have an amazing
husband who I really like to spend time with and we have three awesome permanent kiddos, though
sometimes the number of kids we parent is higher than three when you combine our biological, adopted, and
foster children. Because I am solar powered, when the sun is out, I love to spend time outdoors. Otherwise, I
love to do crafty things at home – repurpose antiques, sew, knit, or whatever else pops into mind. My husband
has learned to just go with it when I tell him about some project I am envisioning that I would like his help
with.
Breakout List
All Day Session - 10:25 am - 4:00 pm
1. “Understanding Autism”
In this all day session, we will focus on what Autism is and why we are seeing so many more children
with this diagnosis. There will be many ideas on how to help these children function better in your
environment, and how to deal with their unique communication and behavioral issues.
JoAnne Gordon-Anderson, Occupational Therapist, Registered
Room: 304
Breakout Session A- 10:25 – 11:55 am
2. “Developing Phonological Skills in Pre-Readers”
Through phonological awareness, children learn to associate sounds with symbols and create links to
word recognition and decoding skills necessary for reading. Phonological awareness activities are the
explicit development of an individual’s sensitivity to the sound structure of words. This session will
explore ways to integrate phonological awareness activities throughout the day in daycare and preschool
environments. We will review materials that can be used to support phonological awareness through play
as well as ways to intentionally teach phonological awareness. Participants will leave with strategies and
tactics they can use in the classroom tomorrow.
Suzanne Finney, M. Ed Education Services Specialist, SLD Read
Room: 102
3. “Learning Compassion & Supports for Children in Difficult Places”
As a follow up to her keynote, Dr. Grant will explore how children with histories of neurodevelopment
trauma see and experience the world and how caregivers can help support them through their often-
ongoing stress to help them be successful.
Stephanie Grant, PhD, LPC, Director of the Reach Parent-Child Program & Trauma Informed
Communities
Room: 212
4. “Bridging the Gap”
What services does your local health department offer to keep kids 0-5 years of age healthy? Plenty!
Come hear about the services offered to children and their families in Montcalm County. Programs
include WIC, breastfeeding support including IBCLC services, immunizations, lead screening and follow-
up as well as children’s special health care services.
Becky Stoddard and Jacque Strack, Public Health Nurses, Mid-Michigan District Health Department
Room: 306
5. “Mandated Reporting” This breakout will discuss whom mandated reporters are and when they are obligated to make a report of
alleged abuse/neglect. This breakout will also summarize CPS centralized intake and the process of
calling in a CPS/APS complaint. In addition, this breakout explains what CPS does and discusses
common misconceptions.
Elsa Shriver, CPS Ongoing Worker and Children Service Specialist, Montcalm County DHHS
Room: 307
6. “What is Early On? What is an IFSP? How does transitioning from an IFSP to an IEP Work?”
This session is geared towards those interested in learning more about Early On and an
Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). This session will provide strategies and tips for
families to make the most of their IFSP and support their child. This session will also provide you with
tips and strategies to help you understand the transition from the IFSP to Individual
Education Plan (IEP).
Teresa Boyer, Special Education Supervisor, Montcalm Area ISD
Room: 311
7. “Healing from ACES: Yours, Mine and Ours”
We have heard for a few years now about traumatic issues faced by many people often at a very young
age now described as “ACES”. Since awareness has peaked in many areas, it is no longer an issue of
“awareness” it is now, for many, an issue of “What can I do”? In this session, we will explore what
educators, childcare workers, therapist and medical workers as well as the average person can do to lessen
the impact of trauma in theirs and other lives.
Chuck Hill, Mental Health Coordinator, EightCAP, Inc.
Room: 312
8. “Do you see what I see? When 20/20 isn’t enough”
Vision impairment is the single most disabling condition in childhood, yet 1:4 children have eye and
vision needs that often go uncorrected. Poverty, uncorrected vision problems, and limited access to
primary eye care is a recipe for academic underachievement. Access to comprehensive eye exams is
essential for healthy eyes and healthy students. At the end of this interactive session, participants will be
able to: 1) define comprehensive eye care; 2) discuss the ABC’s of referral; 3) identify and access local
children’s eye care services; 4) understand how the eyes work; and 5) explain what 20/20 means and what
it doesn’t!
Dr. Renee Mika, Direct of Vision Services, Cherry Health
Room: 411
Breakout Session B- 12:45 – 1:30 pm
9. “The Wonder of Science”
Science is all around us and is the easiest way to motivate children to learn. Explore easy ways to foster
children’s innate wonder of the world through first-hand exploration and investigation.
Jody Vissman, Vestaburg Community Schools Teacher
Room: 102
10. “Nurture with Nature”
Learn what a nature study can do for children’s development. Explore ways to incorporate nature and
nature studies in your programs to nurture the whole child.
Tammy Dickman, Vestaburg Community Schools Teacher
Room 212
11. “Healthy Mouth, Healthy Child”
Oral health is often overlooked when it come to a child’s overall health and readiness for school. Tooth
decay and other dental problems can severely impair a child’s ability to grow, learn, and succeed. Become
an expert on preventing dental disease, learn how to talk with parents and caregivers about oral health,
and discover interactive games and activities for children to encourage health habits!
Shelley Treynor, Oral Health Coordinator, Mid-Michigan District Health Department
Room: 306
12. “Making Food Fun for Picky Eaters”
Through interactive participation, videos, and real life examples, participants will identify common
reasons why children are labeled as picky eaters, explore ways to create a positive eating environment,
learn how to incorporate healthy foods into a meal, and discover ways to make eating more fun.
Christi Demitz, Michigan State University Extension
Room: 307
13. “Mental Health Concerns after Pregnancy” This workshop will discuss various mental health issues that can occur after giving birth including post-
partum depression. Time will be spent discussing how to identify these disorders, treatment options and
ways women can bond with their babies when struggling with these concerns.
Jennifer Bauer, Home Based Infant Mental Health Therapist, Montcalm Care Network
Room: 311
14. “Multi-Sensory Introduction of Letters and Their Sounds”
Children learn best through using as many of their senses as possible. In this session, participants will
discover and practice using senses of seeing, hearing, touching, and moving to teach letter formation,
names, and sounds.
Suzanne Finney, M. Ed Education Services Specialist, SLD Read
Room: 312
15. “Health is a Skill: Supporting the Whole Child”
Through collaborative approaches and direct implementation exploration, we will examine supportive
practices for early, comprehensive health skills establishment within early childhood. In keeping with
tight schedules and mandates, health can often be viewed as a supplemental topic. Branching from the
understanding that health is a skill, rather than a topic, our session will focus on how to provide practice
in applying health skills and knowledge. Aligned with the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole
Child model, our discussion will look at how to best create a healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and
challenged culture within your classroom, school and community.
Amber Hubbell, MPH, Kent ISD Health Education Consultant
Room: 411
16. “Fruits, Vegetables and Cook’s Surprise, Oh, My!”
How to serve family style meals and help children be more adventurous in what they are willing to eat
and try to eat. Some recipes of things to make with children will also be included.
Karen Gostomski, Early Childhood Specialist, Montcalm County Great Start Readiness Program
Room: Student Lounge
Breakout Session C – 1:35 – 2:20 pm
17. “The Wonder of Science”
Science is all around us and is the easiest way to motivate children to learn. Explore easy ways to foster
children’s innate wonder of the world through first-hand exploration and investigation.
Jody Vissman, Vestaburg Community Schools Teacher
Room: 102
18. “Nurture with Nature”
Learn what a nature study can do for children’s development. Explore ways to incorporate nature and
nature studies in your programs to nurture the whole child.
Tammy Dickman, Vestaburg Community Schools Teacher
Room 212
19. “Healthy Mouth, Healthy Child”
Oral health is often overlooked when it come to a child’s overall health and readiness for school. Tooth
decay and other dental problems can severely impair a child’s ability to grow, learn, and succeed. Become
an expert on preventing dental disease, learn how to talk with parents and caregivers about oral health,
and discover interactive games and activities for children to encourage health habits!
Shelley Treynor, Oral Health Coordinator, Mid-Michigan District Health Department
Room: 306
20. “Making Food Fun for Picky Eaters”
Through interactive participation, videos, and real life examples, participants will identify common
reasons why children are labeled as picky eaters, explore ways to create a positive eating environment,
learn how to incorporate healthy foods into a meal, and discover ways to make eating more fun.
Christi Demitz, Michigan State University Extension
Room: 307
21. “Mental Health Concerns After Pregnancy” This workshop will discuss various mental health issues that can occur after giving birth including post-
partum depression. Time will be spent discussing how to identify these disorders, treatment options and
ways women can bond with their babies when struggling with these concerns.
Jennifer Bauer, Home Based Infant Mental Health Therapist, Montcalm Care Network
Room: 311
22. “Multi-Sensory Introduction of Letters and Their Sounds”
Children learn best through using as many of their senses as possible. In this session, participants will
discover and practice using senses of seeing, hearing, touching, and moving to teach letter formation,
names, and sounds.
Suzanne Finney, M. Ed Education Services Specialist, SLD Read
Room: 312
23. “Health is a Skill: Supporting the Whole Child”
Through collaborative approaches and direct implementation exploration, we will examine supportive
practices for early, comprehensive health skills establishment within early childhood. In keeping with
tight schedules and mandates, health can often be viewed as a supplemental topic. Branching from the
understanding that health is a skill, rather than a topic, our session will focus on how to provide practice
in applying health skills and knowledge. Aligned with the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole
Child model, our discussion will look at how to best create a healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and
challenged culture within your classroom, school and community.
Amber Hubbell, MPH, Kent ISD Health Education Consultant
Room: 411
24. “Fruits, Vegetables and Cook’s Surprise, Oh, My!”
How to serve family style meals and help children be more adventurous in what they are willing to eat
and try to eat. Some recipes of things to make with children will also be included.
Karen Gostomski, Early Childhood Specialist, Montcalm County Great Start Readiness Program
Room: Student Lounge
Breakout Session D – 2:30 – 4:00 pm
25. “Individual Education Program (IEP) 101” When both parents and professional understand, the IEP process, there is greater potential for each
student to receive the services and support needed to be successful in school. When parents understand
the basic IEP components and how they work together, they are able to participate most effectively in the
process. Present level of academic achievement and functional performances includes acknowledging
parent concerns. This can help appropriately address measureable goals and objectives along with support
services for successful IEP implementation.
Kelly Orginski, Michigan Alliance for Families
Room: 307
26. “I want to be like YOU!” Do what I say, not what I do! If it were only that easy, our homes, schools and lives would be peaceful
and productive. People learn by hearing, doing, and/or watching. Come explore ways to promote health
self-regulation, relationship, and initiative skills in a unique way. These skills promote resilience. When
an individual is resilient, they are better equipped to take on the world successfully.
Carrie Tovar, EightCAP, Inc. 0-5 Head Start
Room: 311
27. “Engaging Touch” The presentation will discuss: the importance of touch and engagement, demonstration of baby massage,
the impact of learning and development, how touch affects brain growth, how to read child’s cues and
building a bond between caregiver and the child.
Kelly Taylor, Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Montcalm Area ISD
Room: 312
28. “Judge Me Not by My Cover: Recognizing Trauma in Kids & Your Role in the Healing
Journey” Effects of early life trauma often persist throughout the lifespan, impacting functioning in all life
domains. Join us in learning more about common reactions to trauma for kid’s birth to five and ways that
we as caregivers can effectively support restoring emotional wellness in their lives.
Amy Johnson, MALPC, Home Base Team Leader, Montcalm Care Network
Room: 411
Breakout Session E – 2:25 – 3:10 pm
29. “Teaching Yoga to Young Children” Learn about yoga and the benefits of it. You will be shown yoga techniques and how each pose benefits
children with or without special needs. This class offers supports for caregivers of three – five year old
focus.
Doris Demorest, Early Childhood Teacher Consultant, Montcalm Area ISD
Room: 102
30. “Overview of the Role & Profession of Speech-Language Pathology” Speech-Language (SLP) is a broad field! This session will talk about what SLP’s do, focusing on birth to
age eight therapy and interventions. There will be time for questions planned into the session. This
session will be interactive and participant driven.
Tammy Youmans, M.A. CCC-SLP, Montcalm Area ISD
Room: 212
31. “Preschool Classroom Management” In this breakout session, we will discuss the framework for successful preschool classroom management
that will include how to implement strong adult-child interaction, how to problem solve with students,
multi-tiered system of supports, behavior plans for severe behavior, and resources for implementation in
the classroom setting.
Amanda Pratt and Julia Villereal, Preschool Teacher Great Start Readiness Program, Cedar Crest
Elementary, Greenville
Room: 306
Breakout Session F – 3:15 – 4:00 pm
32. “Teaching Yoga to Young Children” Learn about yoga and the benefits of it. You will be shown yoga techniques and how each pose benefits
children with or without special needs. This class offers supports for caregivers of three – five year old
focus.
Doris Demorest, Early Childhood Teacher Consultant, Montcalm Area ISD
Room: 102
33. “Overview of the Role & Profession of Speech-Language Pathology” Speech-Language (SLP) is a broad field! This session will talk about what SLP’s do, focusing on birth to
age eight therapy and interventions. There will be time for questions planned into the session. This
session will be interactive and participant driven.
Tammy Youmans, M.A. CCC-SLP, Montcalm Area ISD
Room: 212
34. “Preschool Classroom Management” In this breakout session, we will discuss the framework for successful preschool classroom management
that will include how to implement strong adult-child interaction, how to problem solve with students,
multi-tiered system of supports, behavior plans for severe behavior, and resources for implementation in
the classroom setting.
Amanda Pratt and Jeannie VanLoenen, Preschool Teacher Great Start Readiness Program, Cedar Crest
Elementary, Greenville
Room: 306
Planting the Seeds for the Future Great Start Early Childhood Conference
2018 Registration Registration is limited so please register early! Cost: Before September 7th $10 (after September 7th $15)
Conference fee is non-refundable If you have registration questions, please contact Mindy Train: 616-225-6150 or mtrain@maisd.com
(One name per form, duplicate as needed)
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
First Name ___________________________________________ Last Name________________________________________________
Center/Home Care Name ________________________________________________________________________________________
Street Address ________________________________________________ City _________________________Zip Code ___________
County ________________________________________ Phone (_______) ____________________________
Please: Mail or Email me my confirmation on breakouts or mail and email confirmation
Email Address (PRINT) _________________________________________________________________________________________
Register early breakout assignments will be made in order of registration receipt. We cannot guarantee that you will be placed in your preferred sessions. Placement is first come, first served. You may be placed in an alternate session if your choices are full. Place the number of the breakout in the appropriate box.
All day Session- Understanding Autism (only 30 spots will be available)
Yes No
OR Breakout Session A- 10:25 – 11:55 am
1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice
Breakout Session B- 12:45 – 1:30pm 1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice
Breakout Session C- 1:35 – 2:20pm 1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice
Sessions D-F, choice 1-1 ½ session or 2-45 minute sessions, to end the day!
Breakout Session D- 2:30 – 4:00pm 1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice
Breakout Session E- 2:25 – 3:10pm 1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice
Breakout Session F- 3:15 – 4:00pm 1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice
Make Checks Payable to: MAISD
Mail this complete form & payment to: Mindy Train PO Box 367 Stanton, MI 48888 Childcare providers: This conference equals 5.5 hours of childcare provider training. Please bring your provider number and personal identification (driver’s license or state ID) for registration purposes. *Please note that photos may be taken at this event. By participating in this event, you are giving consent to be photographed.
Vendors
Local vendors, children and early childhood professional agencies will have displays available in the lobby.
Vendors will have items to purchase as well as information for you to take with you. Items for purchase
will include bags, toys, books, kitchen accessories and developmental materials.
Vendor expo will be available to shop from 8 am – 1 pm. Located in the hall outside the cafeteria and main
lobby.
In addition, many more vendors
come see what we have to offer!
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