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Staff Directory CHERYL DUNN Program Director, CCR&R MARILEE HANEY Senior Manager, Special Projects SHIRLEY LEWIS Early Childhood Wellness Specialist RENEE BARRETT Quality Outreach Specialist TANYA BULLUCK Quality Outreach Specialist PAULA FERNANDEZ Quality Outreach Specialist KIMBERLY GARCIA Early Childhood Specalist CANDACE MALONE Data Clerk KERI BROOKS Data Clerk CHARLOTTE DANIELS Data Specialist AMITAI DELGADO Program Management Assistant SONTIA LEVY Professional Development Specialist 4 1 3 2 REGION TWO November/December 2014

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  • Staff DirectoryCHERYL DUNNProgram Director, CCR&R

    MARILEE HANEYSenior Manager, Special Projects

    SHIRLEY LEWISEarly Childhood Wellness Specialist

    RENEE BARRETTQuality Outreach Specialist

    TANYA BULLUCKQuality Outreach Specialist

    PAULA fERNANDEzQuality Outreach Specialist

    KIMBERLY GARCIAEarly Childhood Specalist

    CANDACE MALONEData Clerk

    KERI BROOKSData Clerk

    CHARLOTTE DANIELSData Specialist

    AMITAI DELGADOProgram Management Assistant

    SONTIA LEVYProfessional Development Specialist

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    REGION TWO

    November/December 2014

  • Professional Development Listing

    Workplace Ethics 1/22/2015 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Child Start, Cheryl firsching

    Both you and your employees face ethical dilemmas everyday in the workplace. In this workshop, participants will explore and

    discuss the keys to create and motivate ethical behavior.

    Children of Divorce

    2/19/2015- 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Child Start, Glenda Wilcox and Cheryl firsching

    Identifying children under stress related to divorce can help a caregiver counteract grief and loss issues and meet the special

    needs of a child during this confusing time.

    Art: The Experience of Exploration

    2/16/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start, Renee Barrett

    By offering exposure and opportunities for young children to explore art and capture the experience through their senses,

    enhances all areas of domain in child development.

    I Am Moving, I Am Learning Module 1

    12/13/2014 9:00 am 4:00 pm - Child Start

    I Am Moving, I Am Learning (IMIL) is a fun, active program for caregivers of young children (birth to 5) to encourage childrens

    movement and healthy food choices each day. Join us for the first module which is basically three training events at once! An

    introduction to I am Moving, I am Learning and Motor Development; Nutrition building Blocks; and Body Language.

    Exploring Math in Preschool

    1/8/2015 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

    Teachers will learn about various math concepts and how to help children develop and acquire these concepts in the

    classroom. They will also learn how to apply NCTM Standards and math processing skills to their everyday teaching.

    I Am Moving, I Am Learning Module 2

    1/10/2015 - 9:00 am 4:00 pm Child Start

    The fun continues with the second module! Enjoy this learning opportunity that combines Moving with the Brain in Mind,

    Physical Activity Every Day! and Move, Play, Sing, and Learn. You will leave with fun, healthy activities that can be done

    indoors or out!

  • Professional Development Listing ContinuedPCAN 8: Challenging Behaviors in Infants and Toddlers

    1/24/2015 - 9:00 am 4:00 pm - Child StartEncountering the challenging behavior in infant-toddler child care is inevitable. Such challenges can pose a significant dilemma for the child care professional who may struggle with how best to respond to a child who may be preverbal, who does not use logic, and/or whose memory cannot yet retain rules or limits over the long term.

    Health & Safety Initial Professional Development Module1/3/2015 - 9:00 am 4:00 pm - Child Start2/7/2015 - 9:00 am 4:00 pm - Child StartThis full-day session will give you the basic training currently required by KDHE Child Care Licensing Regulation. You will receive:

    Safe Slumber (SIDS)

    Basic Child Development,

    Child Abuse Recognition & Reporting with Abusive Head Trauma

    Basic Child Development1/8/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start2/10/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

    Signs & Symptoms of Childhood Illnesses1/5/2015 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start1/19/2015 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start2/2/2015 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start2/17/2015 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start

    Safe Slumber1/15/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start2/19/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

    Child Abuse, Neglect & Head Trauma1/13/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start12/9/2014 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

    LifeSaver Learning Course ListCall 683-2645 for reservations and to make payment. Child Start Members - Save $10 on full day LifeSaver Learning Courses!

    Pediatric first Aid & Safety 1/27/2015 - 6:30 pm 9:30 pm - Child Start

    Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED/Choking2/24/2015 6:30 pm 9:30 pm Child Start

    Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED/Choking + Pediatric first Aid & Safety9:00 am 4:00 pm 1/3/15, 1/31/15, 2/14/15, 2/28/15

  • Important Information!

    Prices

    Policies

    Reservations

    Unless otherwise indicated, all trainings are $6.00/hour for

    Child Start Professional Membership holders.

    1 hour event: $6.002 hour event: $12.006 hour event: $36.00

    Membership holders save 40% off trainings. Non-members pay

    $10.00/hour

    Reservation and payment required to hold seat for training. Always call and let us know if you are wanting to come, whether or not you are ready to make a reservation so we can contact you if there is a schedule change!

    Call 316-682-1853 to let us know you want to attend. You can pay to reserve your spot using the following methods:

    Over phone with credit cardIn Person: Monday - Friday 8a-4:30pBy Mail**: Child Start, CCR&R, 1002 S. Oliver, Wichita, KS 67218

    **Call, then mail your payment. RSVP not guarunteed till payment received. Must include a seperate piece of paper with RSVP details included.

    Arrive Early!Doors lock at advertised start time, late comers will not be allowed in due to regulations.

    Cancellation PolicyTo Cancel, call no later than noon the day of the class, or noon the day before for Saturday courses. You will receive a refund of hours back to your account.

    Without cancellation, hours will be lost.

    No refund of money.

    No children unless breastfeeding.

    In full sessions, only paid attendees may stay.

    We request that you do not bring in food to the training.

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  • Xander is excited to show you somethingand we are too...

    Benefits of joining:Reduced cost for training hours - 40% offOn-site trainings starting at $150 for 2 hoursLifeSaver Learning Discounts - $10 off 7 hour courseFree Journey on the Go presentations*Quarterly customized report with attendance and hoursConstructive Playthings Discount - 20% off + Free ShippingLakeshore Learning Discount - Free Shipping and 10% Merchandise CertificateAdvance notification of FREE Trainings (before non-members)Job Posting BoardMembership List AccessLarger Growing With Children discount & other special eventsMembership window clings and logos to showcase to clientsAccess to AIG Benefits:

    $2000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Benefit$500 Spouse AD&D$250 Child AD&DDicount program for eye care, hearing, prescription, and chiropractic services

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    You have spoke and we listened! We are excited to share the new Professional Membership program with you! This package was designed by you, for you!

    First Name, Last Name & Title

    Site/Location Address

    Site/Location City Zip

    Phone Number

    Site Name (Required for Site Memberships)

    Email Address (required to receive first notice of free events & reports)If paying by credit card, do note completeform, just call 316-682-1853 or 800-689-8713

    Check: #

    Money Order

    Individual - $30(Covers 1 named person)

    Site 100 Membership - $80Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity between 51-100)

    Site 50 Membership - $60Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity of 50 or less)

    Site 150 Membership - $100Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity between 101-199)

    Site 200 Membership - $120Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity of 200 or more)

    Membership Specifics:Membership year ends December 31, 2015. Up to 20 hours may be carried over from the previous year. Individual memberships cover one named individual. Center membership valid for one site location. Training discounts apply to all staff working at covered site with Center Membership. Center memberships based upon licensed capacity . Email required for advance notification of free trainings and quarterly usage reports.

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    Equals only $2.50 a month!

  • Trainings for basic licensing requirements held monthlyTrainings on various early childhood topicsOn-site trainings starting at $150Annual Growing With Children ConferenceOnline training through Child Care Aware of Kansas

    We want you to succeed! Here are some tools we offer to help:

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    Quality improvement projects for child care providers: Early Childhood Wellness Strengthening Families Quality StepsComplete ERS ratings on child care homes and centers Marketing through Referral

    Enhanced online marketing through Child Care OnlineJob Posting BoardDiscounts to vendors

    Resource library to checkout kits, toys and booksCoaching and support or mentoring on numerous topicsLaminating & Cri-cut services to make and save special projects

    Journey on the Go: a 30 minute program for children led by Child Start specialistsPeer Learning GroupsParent Events: activities/education at your siteNetworking opportunities

    Child Start members receive discounts and/or access to the services with the membership symbol.Visit www.childstart.org/membership for more information about the membership program.

    Who Are We?We are a program of Child Start. You may know us as Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) or you may know us as Child Care Aware Region 2 or you may just know us as Child Start. Regardless of name, we are here to help you succeed at providing high quality child care to children in Butler, Cowley, Harvey, Sedgwick and Sumner counties in Kansas. Our programs are supported by funding through Child Care Aware of Kansas, United Way of the Plains and income received through membership, training, special events, services and donations. We are Quality Assured as a Child Care Resource & Referral agency through Child Care Aware of America and licensed through Kansas Department of Health & Environment.

    Quality Improvement

    Professional Development Resources

    Specialty Experiences

    Business Services

    www.childstart.org 316-682-1853 1-800-684-3962 1002 S. Oliver, Wichita, KS 67218

  • Child Care Providers Please copy this page and share with your families!

    Do you know somebody interested in becoming a child care provider? Have them call their local Child Care Resource & Referral Agency at 1-855-750-3343 for more information!

    Findingwaystokeepchildrenactiveinthewintercanbetricky.Keepingthemmovingsotheyuseupenoughenergythroughoutthedaytakessomecreativethinking.Hereareafewideas:

    Glacier jump: Tossabunchofpillowsonthefloor.Eachplayermustjumpfromglaciertoglacierwithoutfallinginthewater.Ifshedoes,shesout.Witheachround,movethepillowsfartherapartuntileveryoneissunk.

    Treasure Hunt:Hidemiscellaneousitemsaroundthehouseforkidstofind.Thenhavethemracetofindthem.

    Family Challenge:Giveeveryonewithpedometersandmakeitafamilygoaltogetacertainnumberofstepsbytheendoftheday(theusualrecommendationis10,000stepsaday.).Keepeveryonemotivatedbycheckinginoftentoseehowmanystepseveryoneisat.

    Charades: Writethenamesofvariousanimals,songs,movies,orbooktitlesonslipsofpaperanddropthemintoabowl.Taketurnschoosingaslipandactingouttheanimaluntilsomeoneguessescorrectly.

    Freeze Game:Playmusic,haveeveryonedanceuntilthemusicstopstheneveryonehastofreeze.

    Source:Ideasgatheredfromparenting.com

    FAMILY FOCUSKeeping Children Active in the

    Cold Weather Months!

  • Be sure to check out the new training

    opportunities!Joining the Child Start crew this November is Heather Jaynes. She will be our new Early Childhood Specialist. Heather comes highly qualified with a background in both the health and childcare field. As one of our specailst, she will be here to assist you with any questions or assitance as needed.

    Dont forget to register for the following new trainings coming in December and into the new year:ExploringMathinPreschool- Renee BarrettPCANM2:EarlyBrainDevelopment- Paula FernandezWorkPlaceEthics- Cheryl FirschingChildrenof DivorceandLoss- Cheryl Firsching

    DO YOU HAVE CHILD CARE OPENINGS?Update your information to get accurate referrals!

    Name: ______________________________________________________Address: ____________________________________________________City: ________________________ Zip: ________ County: _________License #: ___________________ Phone: ________________________Email: _______________________________________________________

    Type of Care: o Licensed FCC o Group FCC o Child Care Center o Preschool

    Do You Accept DCf?o Yes o No

    DAYS OPEN: o Mon o Tue o Wed o Thu o Fri o Sat o SunTime (Open): _________ _________ __________ _________ ________ ________ _________Time (Close): ________ _________ __________ _________ ________ ________ _________

    Age Capacity Vacancies EnrolledUnder Age 1 (Infant) _________ _________ _________12 - 17 Months (Infant) _________ _________ _________18 - 23 Months (Toddler) _________ _________ _________Age 2 (Toddler) _________ _________ _________Age 3 (Preschool) _________ _________ _________Age 4 (Preschool) _________ _________ _________Age 5 (School Age) _________ _________ _________Age 6 & Over (School Age) _________ _________ _________

    Please complete and return this form to:Child Care Aware of Kansas, 1508 E. Iron Avenue, Salina, KS 67401

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    Receive This Newsletter by Email?o Yes o No

    Why are family meals important? Encouraging family members to

    try new foods. Increasing the amount of fruits

    and vegetables on the plate. Promoting nutrient-rich family

    meals. Supporting habits for a healthy

    body weight. Developing health lifelong

    eating habits.Making the most of family meals: Make it a routine. When the

    whole family helps out, it is more fun.

    Tune in to your family. Turn off the TV.

    Talk, listen, and laugh. Mealtime is the time to connect.

    Plan meals ahead of time. Keep it simple! Use quick and

    easy recipes. Double your recipe, freeze and

    save leftovers for another meal.Most of all enjoy!