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PreK-K
Keys to Building an Effective Pre-K Dual Language Program
Presented by Claudia Castillo-Magallanez, Professional Learning Bilingual Specialist, Frog Street
Big Conversations with Young Children: Discussing Questions, Worries, and Fears
Presented by Dr. Lauren Starnes, Vice President of Early Childhood Education, Primrose Schools
CANCELED – Strategies to Help Young Children Cope with Trauma
Presented by Melissa Williamson, Ed.D., Professional Learning Project Manager, Frog Street
Story Play: Cooking up Educational Fun with the Best Recipes for Young Children!
Presented by Mary Jo Huff, Nationally Recognized Keynote Speaker, Presenter, Author, Educator, Puppeteer, Recording Artist, and Storyteller
Moderated by Stephen Fite, Children’s Artist and President, Melody House Inc.
Pre-K is STILL the Place for Play
Presented by Cathryn O’Sullivan, Consultant, AppleTree Institute for Education Innovation
Moderated by Jennifer Lewis, President, Gryphon House, Inc.
Every Child Can Fly: Including Children with Disabilities in Early Childhood Education
Presented by Jani Kozlowski, Author, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Moderated by Jennifer Lewis, President, Gryphon House, Inc.
The Early Childhood Director’s Guide to Solving Everyday Challenges
Presented by Dr. Thomasa Bond, Author, Child Care Licensing Consultant, Early Childhood Advocate, Presenter, and Blogger
Moderated by Jennifer Lewis, President, Gryphon House, Inc.
Universal Pre-Kindergarten: How to Ensure Successful Implementation
Presented by Dionne Clabaugh, Ed.D., VP, Learning and Teaching Engagement, Coherent Educational Solutions; and Caren Drezner, M.Ed., Early Childhood Education Consultant, Coherent Educational Solutions
Moderated by Jamie Valenzuela-Mumau, Ed.D., CEO, Coherent Educational Solutions
Developing Social and Emotional Intelligence in Young Children: Seven Skills for School Success
Presented by Jody Martin, Content Manager, Frog Street
Picking Up the Pieces After a Disaster: Recovering, Rebuilding, and Reopening Considerations for Early Childhood Programs
Presented by Andrew Roszak, JD, MPA, EMT-Paramedic, Executive Director, Institute for Childhood Preparedness
Moderated by Jennifer Lewis, President, Gryphon House, Inc.
Supporting Gender Diversity in Early Childhood Education
Presented by Jenny Fererro, M.S., Professor, Child Development and Education, Palomar College; and Rebecca Bishop, Co-Author of Guidance for Supporting Gender Diversity in Early Childhood Education
Moderated by Jennifer Lewis, President, Gryphon House, Inc.
Strategies for Effective Read Alouds
Presented by Claudia Castillo-Magallanez, Professional Learning Consultant - Bilingual Specialist, Frog Street
Nature as Your Teaching Partner: A Guide to Outdoor Experiences in Early Childhood
Presented by Patti Ensel Bailie, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education, University of Maine at Farmington; and Catherine Koons Hubbard, Nature Preschool Consultant, Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Moderated by Jennifer Lewis, President, Gryphon House, Inc.
Creating Positive PreK Classroom Environments and Meaningful Interactions
Presented by Dr. Tricia Zucker, Co-Director, Children’s Learning Institute at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston; Heidi Veal, Early Childhood Literacy and Programs Administrator, LISD Learning and Teaching; and Dr. Deborah Bergeron, Deputy Director of Engagement and Innovation, National Head Start Association
Trauma-Sensitive Care for Infants, Toddlers, and Twos
Presented by Dr. Barbara Sorrels, CEO, Connected Kids
Moderated by Jennifer Lewis, President, Gryphon House, Inc.
Made of Stories: Creating Connections that Build Community
Presented by Laura Wilhelm, Ed.D., Vice President of Professional Learning Services, Kaplan Early Learning Company
Outdoor STEM Learning with Young Children
Presented by Lea Ann Christenson, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Towson University; and Jenny James, MA, Director, First Lutheran Preschool (MD)
Moderated by Jennifer Lewis, President, Gryphon House, Inc.