Workshop Descriptions

Session A:  9:30 - 10:45 a.m.

A1. CRITICAL WINDOWS OF OPPORTUNITY
Brain development in infants and toddlers—a look into how we can enhance and encourage brain development in infants and toddlers and when we need to be sure to introduce infants and toddlers to new concepts.
Birth-2 years
Debra Lynch
Director/Owner
Kid's Stuff Child Care
Richland Center, WI

A2. THE CHANGING LANDSCAPE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Join us as we name the trends that define the changing landscape of our work. We'll take what seems overwhelming and unmanageable and begin to create a roadmap to take charge of change and reclaim the work we love!
Birth-2 years
3-6 Years
Program Development
Claire Lind
T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship Counselor
Wisconsin Early Childhood
Association
Madison, WI

A3. INTRODUCTION TO LOVE AND LOGIC
Learn the principles of Love and Logic and how they apply to toddlers and preschoolers. You will learn to take good care of yourself by teaching children to be more responsible. You will learn techniques that will leave you feeling more relaxed at the end of the day. You will learn how to be a more confident parent and/or teacher. And, you will learn how to have more fun with the children in your lives.
Birth-2 years
3-6 years
Program Development
Jodi Jacobson
Love and Logic Instructor
Mukwonago, WI

A4. WHAT IS NEW AT THE REGISTRY?
Discover The Registry as a tool for your professional development. Learn about changes and updates to the services of The Registry. Information about a new professional credential as well as the current credentials will be provided.
Birth-2 years
3-6 years
7 years and up
Program Development
Jane Robinson
Registry Communication Director
Madison, WI

A5. THE LITTLE SCIENCE EXPLORER
This is a hands-on workshop to help children begin learning about science by trial and error experiments. This will encourage a child's invention, curiosity and eagerness to explore while having fun!
3-6 years
Annette M. Louis
Aunt Annette’s Family Day Care
Owner and Manager
Richland Center, WI

A6. MUSIC A "NOTE-ABLE" WAY TO ENHANCE LITERACY IN YOUNG CHILDREN
We will share ideas that motivate students through the use of music/ movement and literature. We will be writing lyrics for songs, reading "toe tapping" books and having fun with rhythm and rhyme.
3-6 years
Sharon Holtz
Early Childhood Teacher
WhizKidz Learning Center
Marshall, WI

A7. STORYTELLING AND STORY DRAMATIZATION
Everybody loves a good story! Workshop attendants will learn how to tell stories with excitement, participation, characterization and action. Strategies for story selection and dramatization will be demonstrated. Take-home resources include bibliography and story extension activities.
3-6 years
Amy Ressler
GMETC Director
Shullsburg, WI

A8. CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE—WHAT CAN WE DO TO KEEP OUR CHILDREN SAFE?
Protecting children from sexual abuse is something we all need to be concerned about. Discuss myths and facts about child sexual abuse, along with indicators of abuse, how to handle disclosures, and how to incorporate touching safety rules into overall safety guidelines. Handouts provided.
3-6 years
7 years and up
Heidi Wilmarth, LPC, NCC
Child Therapist
Riverview Center Inc.
Dubuque, IA

A9. EXPOSING CHILDREN TO THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF ALPHABET BOOKS
What makes a great ABC book? This session exposes participants to over 50 books celebrating the alphabet. Participants will receive a list of books titles and have a chance to examine many ABC books.
3-6 years
7 years and up
Dr. Gregory Imbur
Assistant Professor of Education
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Platteville, WI

A10. THE PARENTS CAN'T HEAR ME!
Learn general principles for successful communication with parents, specific techniques to reach all the parents and guidelines for conducting interviews and conferences.
Program Development
Patricia Dischler
Author, Nationally Accredited
Family Childcare Provider
Prairie du Sac, WI

A11. GROUP and FAMILY CHILDCARE RECORDKEEPING FOR SUCCESS and TIPS FOR MAINTAINING A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT
Licensed family childcare centers are required to maintain files for children, staff and center operations. Required forms and information will be reviewed including how to organize and maintain center files for compliance with childcare regulations. The session will include tips to promote health and hygiene in the family childcare environment to prevent illness including how common diseases spread, preventing respiratory infections and the importance of sanitation.
Program Development
Steve Elmer, M.S., R.S.
Childcare Licensing Specialist
Madison, WI

Session B:  1:00 - 2:15 p.m.

B1. LOVE and LOGIC SESSION II
In this follow-up session, you will take your previous knowledge of Love and Logic and learn how to apply the principles to day-to-day situations with children. You will learn how to neutralize arguing so children can think more about their behavior and feel more loved by the adults in their lives. You will learn how to set limits that you can enforce. You will learn how to give effective choices so that children begin to learn how to make their own decisions. And, you will learn how to deliver consequences so that you can create a learning opportunity for children.
Birth-2 years
3-6 years
Program Development
Jodi Jacobson
Love and Logic Instructor
Mukwonago, WI

B2. ATTITUDE MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Few things have such a profound affect on our happiness as "attitude." We do have control of our attitude. Sometimes we just need to be reminded of the power we have as individuals to harness our attitude.
Birth-2 years
3-6 years
7 years and up
Karen McCaa
Inspirational Speaker, Life Coach,
Counselor
North Liberty, IA

B3. SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME PREVENTION TRAINING
Shaken baby syndrome prevention education for school age students became mandatory with the passing of the Prevent Violence Act of 2006. In order that districts are in compliance, this training provides the opportunity to have individuals be trained by a licensed trainer. (Session B and C must be taken together)
Birth-2 years
3-6 years
7 years and up
Tom Martin
School-to-Work Coordinator
CESA #3
Fennimore, WI

B4. SINGING IN THE CIRCLE
This session will build on the keynote address as we explore in more hands-on ways how we use music and story in our everyday work. Come with questions and ideas to share.
Birth-2 years
3-6 years
7 years and up
Program Development
Stuart Stotts
Songwriter, Storyteller and Author
Madison, WI

B5. STORYTELLING AND STORY DRAMATIZATION
Everybody loves a good story! Workshop attendants will learn how to tell stories with excitement, participation, characterization and action. Strategies for story selection and dramatization will be demonstrated. Take-home resources include bibliography and story extension activities.
3-6 years
Amy Ressler
GMETC Director
Shullsburg, WI

B6. TALKING ABOUT iGENERATION
This presentation will discuss the use, effects, and advantages and disadvantages of electronic media including TV, videogames and Internet. Suggestions will be made for how to teach children to use these media constructively and ethically.
3-6 years
7 years and up
Dr. Marc Wruble
Professor
University of Wisconsin-Plattville
Platteville, WI

B7. MUSIC A "NOTEABLE" WAY TO ENHANCE LITERACY IN YOUNG CHILDREN
We will share ideas that motivate students through the use of music/ movement and literature. We will be writing lyrics for songs, reading "toe tapping" books and having fun with rhythm and rhyme.
3-6 years
Sharon Holtz
Early Childhood Teacher
WhizKidz Learning Center
Marshall, WI

B8. TIPS AND TRICKS
Who's got extra money? No one! Get dozens of ideas to make your job easier, create inexpensive activities and toys, share your best tips and go home with a treasure trove of tricks to help you with the kids, the parents and your budget!
Program Development
Patricia Dischler
Author, Nationally Accredited
Family Childcare Provider
Prairie du Sac, WI

B9. FAIR IS NOT ALWAYS EQUAL
Providing appropriate guidance for all children does not mean that the rules and consequences need to be the same for all children. We will discuss how to provide a successful guidance program for your class.
Program Development
Debra Lynch
Director/Owner
Kid’s Stuff Child Care
Richland Center, WI

B10. GROUP and FAMILY CHILDCARE RECORDKEEPING FOR SUCCESS AND TIPS FOR MAINTAINING A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT
Licensed family childcare centers are required to maintain files for children, staff and center operations. Required forms and information will be reviewed including how to organize and maintain center files for compliance with childcare regulations. The session will include tips to promote health and hygiene in the family childcare environment to prevent illness including how common diseases spread, preventing respiratory infections and the importance of sanitation.
Program Development
Steve Elmer, M.S., R.S.
Childcare Licensing Specialist
Madison, WI

B11. MAKE IT AND TAKE IT
Join us and develop simple projects to enhance your everyday curriculum! You will be introduced to resources available through CCR&R and return to your program with creative, ready-to-use projects and room decorations.
3-6 Years
Cathy Smith
Kathy Wetter
Family Connections
Platteville, WI

Session C:  2:30 - 3:45 p.m.

C1. LOVE and LOGIC SESSION II
In this follow-up session, you will take your previous knowledge of Love and Logic and learn how to apply the principles to day-to-day situations with children. You will learn how to neutralize arguing so children can think more about their behavior and feel more loved by the adults in their lives. You will learn how to set limits that you can enforce. You will learn how to give effective choices so that children begin to learn how to make their own decisions. And, you will learn how to deliver consequences so that you can create a learning opportunity for children.
Birth-2 years
3-6 years
Program Development
Jodi Jacobson
Love and Logic Instructor
Mukwonago, WI

C2. ATTITUDE MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Few things have such a profound affect on our happiness as "attitude." We do have control of our attitude. Sometimes we just need to be reminded of the power we have as individuals to harness our attitude.
Birth-2 years
3-6 years
7 years and up
Karen McCaa
Inspirational Speaker, Life Coach,
Counselor
North Liberty, IA

C3. SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME PREVENTION TRAINING
Shaken baby syndrome prevention education for school age students became mandatory with the passing of the Prevent Violence Act of 2006. In order that districts are in compliance, this training provides the opportunity to have individuals be trained by a licensed trainer. (Session B and C must be taken together)
Birth-2 years
3-6 years
7 years and up
Tom Martin
School-to-Work Coordinator
CESA #3
Fennimore, WI

C4. LAUGHTER YOGA: TAKING CARE OF THE CHILD IN YOU!
Children laugh often—much more than adults! Laughter Yoga can help YOU experience more joy in your life. Learn about and experience laughter exercises and relaxation which can reduce stress and boost your immune system.
Birth-2 years
3-6 years
7 years and up
Program Development
Jean Zawacki
Certified Laughter Yoga Leader
Platteville, WI

C5. SINGING IN THE CIRCLE
This session will build on the keynote address as we explore in more hands-on ways how we use music and story in our everyday work. Come with questions and ideas to share.
Birth-2 years
3-6 years
7 years and up
Program Development
Stuart Stotts
Songwriter, Storyteller and Author
Madison, WI

C6. MUSIC A "NOTE-ABLE" WAY TO ENHANCE LITERACY IN YOUNG CHILDREN
We will share ideas that motivate students through the use of music/ movement and literature. We will be writing lyrics for songs, reading "toe tapping" books and having fun with rhythm and rhyme.
3-6 years
Sharon Holtz
Early Childhood Teacher
WhizKidz Learning Center
Marshall, WI

C7. THE LITTLE SCIENCE EXPLORER
This is a hands-on workshop to help children begin learning about science by trial and error experiments. This will encourage a child’s invention, curiosity and eagerness to explore while having fun!
3-6 years
Annette M. Louis
Aunt Annette's Family Day Care
Owner and Manager
Richland Center, WI

C8. TALKING ABOUT iGENERATION
This presentation will discuss the use, effects, and advantages and disadvantages of electronic media including TV, videogames and Internet. Suggestions will be made for how to teach children to use these media constructively and ethically.
3-6 years
7 years and up
Dr. Marc Wruble
Professor
University of Wisconsin-Plattville
Platteville, WI

C9. IMPROVING YOUNG CHILDREN'S CULTURAL AWARENESS
This presentation will discuss the importance of fostering cultural awareness by reading children's literature to young children. This session includes the current information regarding children's literature and activities. Participants will create a concept map after reading children's literature.
Program Development
Wonim Son
Assistant Professor of Education
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Platteville, WI

C10. WHAT TO DO WHEN SCHOOLS OUT—SENSATIONAL SUMMER CAMP!
Come hear about the successful summer camp started by Kid's Stuff in Richland Center. Learn how they applied for a camp status, created a budget, utilized local resources, and planned sensational summer excursions for their center. Bottom line—this is a profitable program.
Program Development
Debra Lynch
Director/Owner
Kid’s Stuff Child Care
Richland Center, WI

C11. KEEPING OUR CHILDREN SAFE—CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION AWARENESS
This session will review regulatory requirements for childcare providers as mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect, identify types of abuse and neglect, increase awareness of identifying signs and indicators of child neglect and abuse, and the importance of documentation.
Program Development
Steve Elmer, M.S., R.S.
Childcare Licensing Specialist
Madison, WI