Presented by Lori Doriot, Former Educator, Current Curriculum and Training Specialist, Kaplan Early Learning Company
Moderated by Laura Wilhelm, Ed.D., VP of Professional Learning Services, Kaplan Early Learning Company
early childhood
Spotting the Signs Early: Using Screeners Responsively to Support Every Child’s Learning Journey
Presented by Nicol Russell, Ed.D., Former Early Childhood Educator, Current Chief Academic Officer, Teaching Strategies
Assessment in Action: Using Data and Daily Observations to Support Responsive Teaching and Programming in Early Childhood
Presented by Nicol Russell, Ed.D., Former Early Childhood Educator, Current Chief Academic Officer, Teaching Strategies
Nurturing Neurodiversity in Early Childhood: Creative Strategies to Support Neurodivergent Children
Presented by Dr. Sarah Taylor Vanover, Policy and Research Director, Kentucky Youth Advocates
Moderated by Stephanie Roselli, Executive Editor, Gryphon House
Curious Minds, Confident Readers: Inspiring Early Literacy Through Exploration
Presented by Lisa Burman, Former Teacher, Current Pedagogical Consultant, Lisa Burman Consultants; Zachary Linnert, Ed.D., Former Educator, Current Learning and Development Manager, Britannica Education; and Kristie Bangali, Former Teacher, Current Curriculum Learning Specialist, Britannica Education
Creating an Inclusive Early Childhood Classroom Using Musical Learning and Play
Presented by Mary Anderson, Former Teacher, Current Founder, My Music Starts Here
Creating a Culture of Wellness and Resilience in Early Childhood Settings: Let’s Get Started!
Presented by Debi Mahler, Director of Professional Development, Devereux Center for Resilient Children; Betsy Griffin, Director of Regional Services, Starting Point; Colleen Wallace, Regional Master Trainer, Nationwide Children’s Hospital; and Katlin Carpenter, Regional Master Trainer, Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Moderated by Rebecca Berlin, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Intellectual Properties, Kaplan Early Learning Company, and President, Gryphon House Publishing
Music Supports STEAM Learning in Early Childhood
Presented by Lili M. Levinowitz, Ph.D., Director of Research, Music Together Worldwide, and Professor Emerita of Music Education, Rowan University
Moderated by Lisa Chouteau, Senior Video Producer, Music Together Worldwide
Elevating Early Childhood Family-Teacher Conferences: From Meetings to Meaningful Connections
Presented by Dr. Tricia Shelton, Assistant Professor, Slippery Rock University
Moderated by Stephanie Roselli, Executive Editor, Gryphon House
Building a Culture of Safety: Practical Emergency Preparedness for Early Childhood Programs
Presented by Andy Roszak, JD, MPA, Founder and CEO, Institute for Childhood Preparedness
Moderated by Laura Wilhelm, Ed.D., VP of Professional Learning Services, Kaplan Early Learning Company