Wednesday, May 02, 2012

IDE Early Childhood Conference




The District Early Childhood Conference was held March 17 at Central Lutheran School in Newhall. Fifty-two preschool teachers, directors and staff were registered. The attendees represented fifteen preschools from across the district. The presenter was Prof. Annette Oliver from Concordia University, Nebraska. Continuing education certificates were given by Cocnordia University.. The units of study were:

The Image of the Child - Early childhood educators have inside of them an image of the child. This is reflected in how we relate to children and our roles as adults in their lives.

Approaches to Learning - How children learn. Working with emergent, project and play-based curriculums.

From Pictures to Words, The Child Development Institute - The art and literacy connection - Use it or lose it.

Engaging Parents as Partners - Parent involvement is the bedrock of student success in school.

Precious Teachers - Wrapping it up with a little fun!