22nd Annual Spring Conference • April 16, 2016

2016 Registration Form

Registration Fees Friday Leadership Institute

Saturday Conference

NH AEYC Member $75/ $65* $85/ $75*

Future Member $85/ $75* $125

Student** $85/ $75* $40

2 Ways to Register1. Online at www.nhaeyc.org (No Registration Fee) OR2. Send paper registration ($10 Registration fee) and check payable to NHAEYC to:

Johanna Booth-Miner 114 Mast Road, Lee, NH 03861

Workshop Selections 1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice

Session A

Session B

Session C

Name NAEYC Membership # (if applicable)

Address Expiration Date

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Friday Leadership Institute

Saturday Conference

Optional Lunch • $11Choices (circle one): Turkey, Roast Beef, Ham, VeggiePre-Buy Vincent Nunes Song & Activity Book • $39.95

Pre-Buy Vincent Nunes CD • $15 (circle titles you wish to purchase)

Total (Include $10 Paper Regsitration Fee)

Registration, Refund & Purchase Order Policy• Sessions are registered on a first come, first serve basis.• NHAEYC reserves the right to cancel any workshop sessions due to to low enrollment or other circumstances beyond our control.• Registration fees are non-refundable. • No purchase orders accepted • Pre-orders on Vincent Nunes’ materials valid through March 18

*Early Bird Registration ends on March 18, 2016. Registration ends April 3, 2016.

**Students must be currently enrolled in at least 2 courses during the time of the conference

Vincent Nunes CDs available for Preorder:

Smart Songs for Active Children

Holidays and Celebrations

Working Together Just One Step

Brand New Day Read to MeVincent & the Big Bad Kitchen Band

Conference Schedule

7:30 - 8:30 amRegistration Vendors • Breakfast

8:30 - 10:00 am Welcome & Keynote

10:30 am - 12:30 pm Session A

12:30 - 1:30 pmFlash Parade Lunch • Vendors

1:30 - 3:00 pm Session B

3:15 - 4:45 pm Session C

“It all started with my daughters. I began writing children’s songs for them. I admit it. I’m a walking children’s music cliché.” But 6 CDs later (and concerts and keynotes from coast to coast), Vincent has won numerous accolades for his music for kids, including awards from the Parents’ Choice Foundation, Children’s Music Web, Parent’s Guide to Children’s Media, and many others.

Vincent (Paul Vincent Nunes) is a natural. Coming from a large Portuguese family, his mother, Lucilia, taught elementary school in Western Massachusetts until age 70. “Mom loved teaching.” His father, Manuel, was a touring professional musician “who could play anything,” “My interest in music for children,” he claims, “was genetic.” Vincent’s music is impossible to categorize… He incorporates so many different styles- reggae, folk, blues, gospel, polka, African, jazz, pop, hip-hop, classical… “Children need to be exposed to different styles of music,” he argues.

Parents’ Choice calls him “fresh, lively and engaging.” The American Library Association says he’s “rollicking…creative…rousing.” Minnesota Parent says he’s “musically literate… reminiscent of Stephen Sondheim.” A “truly worthy children’s singer-songwriter,” says Publisher’s Weekly, “consistently catchy musical styles… upbeat, enthusiastic, versatile.”

Keynote Speaker

22nd Annual Spring Conference • April 16, 2016

New for

2016 Silent Auction & Members-only LoungeWe’re excited to introduce a new perk for members at this year’s conference! The members-only lounge will be a great spot to enjoy some extra pampering, get some members-only swag, as well as participate in a silent auction with loads of awesome items. Not a member yet? Become one today at www.naeyc.com and select your level of membership. You will then be able to register for the Spring Conference as a Member and recieve the early bird or regular pricing. By becoming a member, you will save up to $50.00 on the registration fee, as well as discounts all future events.

Membership LevelsComprehensive - $110 • Your best buy for staying up-to-date with professional resources in Early Childhood Education.

Regular - $65 • Basic membership resources to meet your professional needs.

Student - $45 • Available only to students currently enrolled in professional preparation programs (CDA, associates, baccalaureate, or graduate degrees) only.

Join today at www.naeyc.com!

Friday Leadership Institute - April 15With Lisa Strout - Presented at Rivier University8 am - 4 pm • 6 hours of professional development

Do you teach or plan to teach adults? Have you considered the connections between your personal philosophy of adult education and your teaching practices and methodologies when working with adult learners? Do you ask yourself questions such as: Should I lecture to the large group or offer vignettes for small group learning? How do I consider and incorporate the learners’ experiences when I am designing assignments or creating workshop sessions? What strategies through my teaching, consulting, mentoring and/or presenting practices will help to build a culture of lifelong learning for adults? ThisfulldayinstitutewillfocusonthePrincipleofCongruity(Katz,1977),thefivephilosophicalorientationsofadulteducation(Zinn,2007),andtherelationshipofConti’s(1982)identifiedteachingstyles(teacher-centeredandlearner-centered).Engaginginprofessionaldiscus-sions, participants (adult educators and future educators) in the morning will identify their educational philosophies and teaching style preferences; defineanddevelopanunderstandingofthefivephilosophicalorientationsofadulteducation;andengageinsharingprofessionalexperiencesaround the teaching approaches of andragogy and pedagogy. In the afternoon, participants will focus on identifying and exploring how they integrate their personal philosophy and teaching styles pref-erences; analyze the process of theory to practice; and discuss how they establish concurrence between their espoused theories and their the-ories-in-useinordertoachievedesiredresultsintheeducationalenvironmentforadultlearners.Currentresearchpracticesinthefieldofedu-cation, as well as the results of a four state study of early childhood institutions of higher education (Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont) will be shared. This institute is designed for adult (current and future) educators in varying leadership roles including workshop trainers, directors, program consultants, mentors, and higher education faculty. Recognizing there are no “Right or Wrong Answers” in relation to philosophy and teaching style practices, this learning community approach will respect the personal and professional opinions of educators by creating a set of ground rules at the beginning of the day and adhering to these rules throughout. Participants will be encouraged to share opinions, question the current research, reflectontheircurrentandfuturepractices,andconsideralternativesasweco-createarealityofthisworkinanefforttoeffectivelyenhanceourteaching practices and methodologies. The results of this institute will be incorporated in future institutes, in addition to written publications. Learning Outcomes: 1.Defineanddevelopanunderstandingoffivephilosophicalorientations,AndragogyandPedagogy,andtwoidentified teaching styles 2. Apply current research to teaching practices with adult educators 3.Evaluatetheroleofphilosophyandteachingstyleinthefieldofearlychildhoodeducation

Participants will receive handouts of resources (visual learner, note taking)Participants will review current research on the topics (small group activity: matching)Participantswillengageinactivediscussions(smallgroups)regardingtheirknowledgeoftopics,discusstheresearch,andreflectoneffectivewaystoincludeandenhanceteachingpracticesandmethodologieswhenworkingwithadultlearners(participatory,reflective,&auditorylearner)

Please Note: This Leadershp Institute is being held at Rivier University, located at 420 South Main Street, Nashua NH.

22nd Annual Spring Conference • April 16, 2016

Course OutlinesSession A (10:30 - 12:30)

Core Knowledge Areasu Developing as a Professional u Teaching and Learning u PromotingChildGrowth&Development u Observing,Documenting&Assessingu BuildingFamily&CommunityRelationships Administrative Track Infant/Toddler Track

A1: Follow-up Workshop - Building a Better Community Song by Song u Community values are shared in early childhood, shaping young lives from the very beginning. Vincent performs his multiple award-winning, original, interactive songs to assist early childhood professionals to enrich children’s learning experiences as they encounter shared values, such as racial tolerance, cultural diversity, harmony with our environment, cooperation, teamwork, and gender equity. Vincent Nunes, BA, Children’s Musician

A2: Lakeshore STEM Workshop u ThegroupwillexploretheSTEMdesignprocess(plan,create,test,ask),byusingavarietyofhands-onmaterialsfromdifferentareasofthe classroom.Wewillalsobeusingliteraturebasedactivitiestofurtherenhancecross-curricularSTEMexploration.Participantswill beencouragedtocreateabrief“lessonplan”ofhowtheywillenlisttheSTEMdesignprocessusingexistingmaterialsintheirclassroom. Mark Probst is a Regional Manager for Lakeshore Learning Materials and oversees the states of New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, and Vermont. He has presented at conferences and directly to programs throughout the Northeast. Mark has been with Lakeshore since he graduated from the State University of New York at Albany in 2000. He is a father of preschool aged daughter and a one year son. His wife is a Kindergarten teacher. Mark Probst, BS, Regional Manager - Lakeshore A3: How Yoga Is Making Me A Better Early Childhood Professional u Calling all early childhood faculty, trainers, mentors, and consultants! What has shaped your professional philosophy of teaching early childhood professionals? How and when do you re-visit those core beliefs and practices? By using her exploration of a new personal activity—yoga—as a lens for self-awareness and self-assessment, the presenter will highlight key issues related to effective professional development. Principles of adult development, active learning techniques, and evaluation systems will be discussed. Participants will leave with materials and methods that they can use to assess their effectiveness as instructors. Kerry Belknap Morris, ECMP, River Valley Community College, Early Childhood Education Program Director

A4: Intergenerational Programming u Creating, Implementing and Sustaining Intergenerational Programs with youth in our community. Intergenerational Programs are opportunities for older adults and young children to spend time together. In turn, we support community, healthandwellnessforeveryoneinvolved.Thebenefitsforadultsincludeincreasedactivitylevels,sensorystimulationandincreasedpersonal value by contributing to the community and to the children’s education. The children gain an extended family, compassion for the aging process, an increase in social and emotional skills and long term support for language and literacy. By creating consistent touting activities that are relationship based, in a safe place where children and older adults can engage people of all ages can feel valued. In essence, when we put the curriculum into the hands of older adults, they become the educators and the lessons last a lifetime. Sharon Miller-Dombroski, Director of Child Care at Kendal at Hanover and Dyan Earle

A5: Celebrate Cautious uuu Is there a child or children in your environment that is a Critical Thinker, Cognitive and Correct and strategies to help this child be successful and feel empowered? How can I plan for this child being systematic? How do I help a child who processes internally? How do I set up a cooperative classroom where this child will shine? How do I promote social awareness for this task oriented child? Thisworkshop will help you learn how to adjust for greater outcomes! Megg Thompson ECMPWT Faculty

A6: Creating Positive Climate in the Workplace to Enhance Professional Development uu An important aspect of quality early childhood programs is how people within the space feel about the organization. When there is a positive climate throughout the organization, people are motivated and have a sense of belonging. In addition, they are more willing to examine their own perceptions and practices. In the interactive workshop, participants will explore concepts of self-awareness, working together, and building community. Lisa Ranfos, ECMPWTF, Executive Director/Assistant Clinical Professor, UNH Child Study and Development Center

A7: Leading with Vision - Panel Discussion u“Our chief want is someone who will inspire us to be what we know we could be.”–RalphWaldoEmersonWhether they led a company or a country, history’s best leaders understood the importance of providing the motivation and direction to achieve larger goals. Poor leaders lose the faith and trust of the people they lead, while great leaders seem to lead without effort. The character,actionsandthoughtsofaleader,goodorbad,permeateanorganization.JoinourEarlyChildhoodLeadersastheysharetheirjourneyinthefieldandleavefeelingtheextraordinarypassionoftheprofession.Thisisapanelpresentation,motivedtoreflectandinspireleaders of every level.Thom Linehan, Ed.D and ECMPWT

A8: Fostering Infant Development Through Movement uu The workshop will provide an overview of movement development processes in the infant classroom where self-initiated movement is encouraged and fostered. The infant moves from lying on her back and discoveringher hands, then to turning onto her side and onto her belly, then rolling. From there she creeps and crawls and then from crabwalking to sitting up. The processes of sitting upright leads to pullingoneselfup,andthenfinallystandingandwalking.Wewilldiscussthetimeframeofthesedevelopmentsandwhatisconsiderednormalinbabiesthatareinaself-initiatedmovementprogram.ThisprogramisbasedontheresearchworkofEmmiPikler, a Hungarian pediatrician. Caregiving activities like diapering, dressing and feeding are used in the classroom to encourage and initiate movement. The presenter will discuss how a teacher can encourage the infant to participate in those activities. Toys are important tools for fostering movement. Where does the teacher place and manipulate these toys?

The presenter will discuss infant classroom equipment, objects and toys which are appropriate and safe.

Workshop participants will explore belly time and back time and how the positions affect range of movement, vision and hearing. The instructor has studied at the Pikler International Public Foundation’s Institute and is currently a Level I student in Spacial Dynamics®, an international training organization under the direction of founder, Jaimen McMillan. www.spacialdynamics.comTheresia Weber-John, Level 1 Spacial Dynamics Pickler Institute

A9: Effective Strategies for Mentoring Student Teachers and New Staff: An Early Childhood Perspective uDoyouworkwithEarlyChildhoodStudents?Areyouresponsiblefortraininganewstaffmemberinyourclassroom?Inthisworkshop,wewillexploreeffectivestrategiesasamentorinourfield.Wewillspecificallylookatthedispositionsneededtoindicatequalityand communicationtoolstohelpguidenewstafforECEstudentsinourprograms.Wewillalsoexplorehowtogivesupportivefeedbackthatguides the development and skill set of new teachers.Shaunna Babcock, M.Ed Director, Child and Family Development Center, NHTI – Concord’s Community College

Course OutlinesSession B (1:30 - 3:00)

B1: Managing the Classroom Crazies u The year’s just begun, we should be in a routine by now and the kids already seem to be trying for Mutiny on the Bounty! It is easy to feel all your buttons getting pushed when the kids start to feel they can take over! Managing a classroom can be challenging when there are multiple transition times, wide age ranges, large group sizes, varied personalities and limited classroom support. At times, it can be crazy. Join us for an interactive workshop on effective strategies for redirecting the energy and managing the “classroom crazies”.Johanna Booth-Miner, ECMPWTPCIM ASWTPCIM

B2: Yoga for Infants & Toddlers: Nurturing Growth, Development, and Well-Being uu Earlychildhoodprofessionalsandcaregiverswilllearnhowyoga-basedinterventionscansupportalldomainsofdevelopment(social,emotional, cognitive, language, and physical), and overall well-being of babies and toddlers, newborn to 24 months. Through dialog and experiential practice, attendees will learn sequences including developmentally appropriate movements, songs, and pacing techniques. Sequencessharedwillincludethoseprovenbeneficialfordigestionandcolic,transitiontorestfulsleep,playtime,andmore.Eachparticipantwill receive an illustrated packet of helpful materials, continuing education suggestions, and a list of additional resources. Participants should bring a baby-size blanket and a doll or stuffed animal with soft, moveable limbs for experiential practice.MichelleJames,MEFamilyEdandSupportProfessionallevel6,CertifiedChild•LightYogaBaby&ToddlerInstructor,ChildlightYogaLevel1

B3: Celebrate Dominant uuu Is there a child or children in your environment that are Dominant, Direct and Determined and you want strategies to help this child be successful and feel empowered? What is child motivated by? How do they learn best? How is power thought about by this temperament? This workshop will help you learn how to adjust for greater outcomes! Megg Thompson ECMPWT Faculty

B4: Lighten Up – the Importance of Laughter! uuuSeriousissuesandstresswithinourfamilies,schoolsandcommunitiescanmakeusfeeloverwhelmed.Itcanalsomakeitdifficultforchildrento learn and thrive. What to do? LAUGH! Laughter won’t make the problems go away but it helps us handle them. Research shows children respondpositivelytolaughterandhumor,makingiteasierforthemtolistenandlearn.Researchalsoshowsthebenefitsoflaughterandhumor for adults. We’ll look at how laughter and humorous techniques can mesh with each of Galinsky’s 7 essential life skills for children. We’ll also look at how laughter can help the childcare worker and teacher create position relationships in and out of the classroom and how laughtercanbenefitcommunicationwithparents,modelingpositiveadult-childinteractions. Debbie Farr, Ph.D. Owner, Flourishing Families – Parent Consultant and Educator, Center Director, The Children’s Place and Parent Education Center

B5: Nature Math & Science uuTeachers ask for ways to introduce math and science to very young children. Think nature! Science is about discovery and math starts with patterns, both of which can be found in the natural elements around us. This workshop will focus on activities for all ages that support math and science using natural materials both indoors and outdoors. Infants and toddlers too!Lori Harris, ECMPWTPCIMF

B6: Building Relationships and Understanding for Infants, Toddlers and their Families uu Understanding the Role of Infant Mental Health in Community and Program Settings Can environmental and biological factors compromise the long term social and emotional and cognitive development of infants and toddlers?YES!Nowwhatdoyoudoaboutit?Theanswercanbefoundinresearchthathasshownthatyoungchildren(0-3)requireresponsive caregiving in order to develop and grow during the most critical period of development. An understanding of Infant mental health provides a bridge for communities, families and systems of care and education to understanding the importance of quality relationships, interventions for developmental concerns and the impact of toxic stress to the developing child and family. Come join the discussion as we explore local, regional and national tools and resources to support and deepen our understanding of infant mental health and the powerful impact it can have healthy developmental outcomes. Jessica Sugrue, ECMPWT

B7: What Does CCDBG Reauthorization Mean to Me? uOn November 19, 2014, Congress Reauthorized the Child Care and Development Block Grant making sweeping changes in the law. A major paradigm shift was introduced that changed the focus from simply a work-support program to a work support and child development program. The changes are exciting, but also come at a cost. Kristin Booth will explain the changes in the law and policies that New Hampshire is putting in place that will help support children, families, and providers. Kristen Booth, AdministratoroftheDCYFChildDevelopmentBureau

B8: Enhancing Professional Development by Giving and Receiving Feedback uProfessional development includes not only what individuals want to work on in their own practice but also how the group or team functions to address program practices as a unit. This workshop will discuss the use of protocols that assist in giving and receiving feedback as a way to delve into various aspects of professional development, including examining teaching practices, children’s work, and building a community of learners. Lisa Ranfos, ECMPWTF, Executive Director/Assistant Clinical Professor, UNH Child Study and Development Center

Course OutlinesSession C (3:15 - 4:45)

C1: Infant and Toddler Development: What is DAP? uuProfessionals working with infants and toddlers have a responsibility to ensure that the environments and expectations for infants and toddlers are appropriate, both developmentally and individually. This workshop will explore how to engage these youngest individuals in ways that encourage exploration, independence, and individual trajectories to best support the optimal development of each child. Lisa Ranfos, ECMPWTF, Executive Director/Assistant Clinical Professor, UNH Child Study and Development Center

C2:MoveYourBody,GrowYourBrain Unplugged Playful Learning with Creative Kids Yoga uDiscover how you can inspire children and motivate learning in a playful, innovative way. Learn to use movement concepts, yoga postures and breathing techniques to enhance children’s ability to self regulate, to support individual learning styles, focus with more ease, take risks and think/create “outside the box”. Acquire strategies for boosting brain development by providing a kinesthetic approach (ie: brain dance) indailylearning.Explorehowtoenhancelearning,developspatialawareness,increasefocus,buildconfidenceandencouragecreativeexplorationwithcolorfulYogaDots,aninnovativelearningtool.Eachparticipantwillbegivenanintroductorytoolkittosupportandexpandone’s teaching practice. RosemaryToddClough,Owner/Founder/DirectorMovingSpiritLLC,d/b/aCreativeKidsYoga®&YogaDots®

C3: ABC 123 Storytelling to Engage Kindergarten and Beyond uuDevelopmentallyandage-appropriatestories,songs,fingerplaysthatwillgetyourchildrensing,clapping,dancing,chanting&roaringwithlaughter. Shawn Middleton, AMPWT, Storyteller

C4: Military Youth: Challenges and Opportunities In Supporting New Hampshire’s Military Youth uuuMilitary families in NH straddle two worlds — they live in local communities yet work in a military culture. Military Children can feel isolated, with their needs unrecognized by schools and neighbors. At the same time they often feel privileged and proud of their military parents. Deployment then adds to those unique challenges with its cycle of departures and reunions. Learn how to best support New Hampshire’s Military Families and Children as they serve our Country. JenniferHollidgeLCTRNHNGUSandChristineManns,MSW

C5: Pizza Legislation uA huge “investment gap” has been allowed to develop in federal (and many states’) support of early childhood services. As a result millions of children across America are living in poverty, do not have access to quality early learning experiences, are left unsupervised every day after school, do not have health insurance, stable housing, or access to nutritious food.

But it doesn’t have to be that way. Closing the investment gap is critical to keeping the United States competitive in aglobal economy and tosupportinganagingpopulation.Itisalsotherightthingtodo.Itisimportantforthoseintheearlychildhoodfieldstounderstandtheimportanceofandfeelcomfortableadvocatingforpoliciesandresourcesthatprotectandstrengthenyoungchildren,theirfamilies,thefield,and ultimately their communities.

Our presentation will help them to build awareness of the types of advocacy, how to raise their voice and impact policy, how to engage others and build strong relationships with business leaders, policy makers, and the people in their community. This workshop will provide the tools needed for effective advocacy and public engagement for the early years.MaryLouBeaver,NewEnglandDirectorEveryChildMattersco-presenterMacKenzieNicholsonfielddirectorECM

C6: Financial Management in Early Childhood Education uToooftenourprogramdirectorsdependonfinancialexpertisefromoutsidetheprogramtodeterminethebudgetpriorities.Theoutcomeis typically that staff are subsidizing families, there isn’t enough money for professional development, and turnover is higher than what we know indicates quality. How do we prioritize what is important and get it into the budget?Lori Harris, ECMPWTPCIMF

C7: Documenting Childhood uThis workshop is designed to motivate and educate early childhood professionals on their ability to document and assess the development ofchildreninanearlychildhoodlearningsetting.Participantswillbeabletoidentifywhataportfolioisandaminimumofthreebenefitstousing this tool to document the growth and development of children at their center. We will look into the differences between biased and unbiased observations as well as how to observe and record child development for use in individual portfolios. This workshop will focus on the tools and strategies early childhood professionals can use to become competent at effectively sharing with families during a conference. Erica Miller, BS, Early Childhood Development MT2 and Heather Loven BS ECE, MT2

C8: Let Them Wiggle uu Kids need to Wiggle! Discover effective techniques for providing indoor and outdoor movement activities that help children develop body control,gainknowledgeabouttheworld,andenjoyanoutletforemotionalexpression.Exploremovementactivitiesthatwillhelpwithtransitions, creative thinking and tie to curriculum. Learn ways joyful movement experiences can help suppor t children’s individual needs and behavior challenges.Johanna Booth-Miner, ECMPWTPCIM ASWTPCIM

C9: Bullying Meets its Match - How to Create a Safe, Respectful Learning Environment uEarlyLearningprogramsstrivetoprovideasocialclimatebuiltonafoundationofrespectandkindness.Howdowetakeaproactivestanceagainst bullying in its earliest stages? Use your center’s philosophyand culture to develop the right approach for your staff, families and children. In collaboration with theirpeers participants will develop a plan to eliminate bullying and begin to create a safe environmentwhere children can grow and thrive. When we have the tools to develop social responsibility we will bebetter equipped to address the violence in our communities and can play an active part in building a safer world for all.Christiane Casserly ECMPWTICF

22nd Annual Spring Conference • April 16, 2016

Venue InformationNashua Community College505 Amherst St, Nashua, NH 03063for more information, visit www.nashuacc.edu

CONFERENCE COMMITTEE CHAIRSJessica Rice, Johanna Booth-Miner,

Kim Moulton

Committee MembersJohanna Booth-Miner • Jessica Rice

Kim Moulton • Bridget DrakeMissy Tucker • Cara Prindiville

We extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who contributed to

the success of this conference!

IT PAYS TO CARPOOL! Ifyoufillyourcar(minimum of 4 people) and travel over 30 miles to get to the conference, we’ll give the driver a $25 gas card! Bring your entire group and your license to the registration table to redeem yours!

Parking InformationPlease park in any available spaces around campus.

Please Note Nashua Community College is a Non-Smoking Campus