Ethics ; Educator Self-Care and Mental Health OA Approved
FEATURED SESSION Intentional Outdoor Play Friday , April 29 , 8:00-9:00 Outdoor play can contribute to a child ’ s overall development by providing them opportunities to explore their physical capabilities in new ways without restrictions of indoor play . Outdoor play allows for fine / gross-motor development , language and social skills . We will review the benefits of outdoor play and how the environment offers unique stimulus that capture children ’ s attention and interest . We will learn how to effectively plan intentional outdoor learning activities to engage children in play to spark their curiosity and engage their senses .
Presented by : Ron Mohl Main Topic : Nature-Based Learning OA Approved
Made possible by the generous support of Lakeshore Learning
Live Like a Toddler : Encouraging the Educator Explorer in You ( Part 1 ) Saturday , April 30 , 8:00-9:30 Toddlers are exploratory , risk takers , and imaginative . This is an encouraging and uplifting session for all educators and administrators alike . As adults sometimes forget the importance of play , laughter , and risk taking , toddlers are the masters of these practices . During this session , educators are encouraged to reimagine their dreams , dare to create something new and exciting in their classrooms , and tap into a new zeal of joy for the field of early childhood education and more .
Presented by : Tatiana Wells
Main Topic : Leadership , Professionalism and Ethics OA Approved
Motivating Your ECE Staff to be Their Best ! Saturday , April 30 , 8:00-9:00 Come discover how to engage and motivate your staff to be their best ! It ' s never been more essential for early childhood educators to feel supported from the top . Participants will explore what a " Champion ECE Management " model looks like and why it begins from the top . Leave the session realizing the importance of putting your best foot forward each day and how to inspire educators around you !
Presented by : Ashley Rhodes Main Topic : Leadership , Professionalism and Ethics ; Program Adminstration and Evaluation OA Approved
Overview of Attachment , Attunement , and Social Play with Infant and Toddlers ( Conscious Discipline ) Saturday , April 30 , 8:00-9:30 The First Three years are important in the child ' s development . This session is an overview of attachment , attunement , and social play . Caregivers will use skills from responsive caregiving to increase connections and build strong relationships with infants and toddlers .
Presented by : Tonya Byous Main Topic : Child Guidance and Behavior ; Social-Emotional Development ; Conscious Discipline ; Infant / Toddler OA Approved
Stretching in a Chair or Anywhere and Other Self-Care Strategies for Educators Saturday , April 30 , 8:00-9:00 This session will provide educators with resources and strategies to enhance their selfcare . This will include a series of easy-to- www . oaeyc . org / conference
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