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Building a Firm Foundation “...rooted and build up in Him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. “Colossians 2:7 NIV
TIME EVENT DESCRIPTION PRESENTER AUDIENCE LOCATION
8:00 AM Welcome &
General Session
The Power of One Positive Person
Have you ever thought about the incredible power you have to make a positive difference in the lives of those around you? The positive choices you make each day, the ways in which you help others, and even your
smile can change the course of a day, and in some situations, the course of a life. Join us for this informational and humorous keynote session that will renew your spirit and affirm your commitment to working with young
children and their families. One positive person does make a difference. Is that positive person you? It can be. (Core Competency: 7, 9, 10)
Gigi Schweikert President/COO of
Lightbr idge Academy,
Annandale, NJ
E Sutherland
Hall
10:00 AM
Break
Morning Break – Coffee and Refreshments
Lobby
10:15-11:15
AM
Breakout Session
1.1
Working with Challenging Children: Helping Every Child Succeed Are there certain children that you work with that don’t seem to respond to
your conventional classroom management techniques? Do you sometimes feel a bit overwhelmed? Learn how to recognize and deal with challenging
behaviors and their causes. A must-do workshop that will have you laughing and learning how to help every child be successful. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 4)
Gigi Schweikert President/COO of
Lightbr idge
Academy,
Annandale, NJ
E Marshburn Mayers
Aud.
10:15-11:15
AM
Breakout Session
1.2
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made – Part 1: Understanding how God’s perfect design relates to teaching and learning so we can “MEET UP
to Learn.” Psalms 139:14 says we are “fearfully and wonderfully made.” What does that mean with regard to learning? Science gives us a peek at what is
happening inside the brains of our students. You will walk out of this session equipped with strategies and scientific reasons to use movement and gestures in your classroom – so you can MEET UP to learn. (Core
Competency: 1, 2, 4)
Dr. Linnea Lyding Asst. Dean, Head of
the Shelly Roden
School of Education Arizona Christian
University Phoenix, AZ
E Business 109
Breakout Session Schedule Biola University,
La Mirada, CA
March 30, 2019
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session
1.3
Worship Leading, Kids’ Style! Discover how every child can be a shining star in kids’ worship. Come have fun as we worship the Lord together. (Core Competency: 1)
Junko Cheng Musician, Recording
Artist, Worship Leader
Irvine, CA
E Sutherland Hall
Aud.
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session
1.4
Burned Out, Bored & Burdened OR Blessed, Balanced & Blooming Our call to teach and lead can be draining and overwhelming at times! What word describes you? Do you need a jump start? A charge
of energy or motivation or affirmation? Come get filled up and hear some practical ways to approach the demands of teaching and leading!! (Core Competency: 1, 5, 7)
Cindy Meier EE Director,
The Rock Academy,
San Diego, CA
E Business 206
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session
1.5
Technically Speaking
Is google making us smarter? Technology is all around us. Helpful or hinderance? What about in early childhood? What is it doing for brain development? Come learn interesting facts about technology and brain
development along with best practices in early childhood. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 5)
Angela Czerniak EE Director,
Christ Community Preschool
Laguna Hills, CA
E Marshburn 4
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session 1.6
Inquiry Learning Experiences in Early Childhood Classrooms This session will provide ideas and opportunities to begin to think and plan for inquiry learning in EE classrooms. Participants will learn how to
engage in small and large group discussions around questions that help students build wonderment and curiosity about our world, even at the earliest stages of their educational development. (Core Competency: 1,
2, 4)
Jennifer Kleiber Assistant Professor,
Corban University,
Salem, OR
E Business 220
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session
1.7
Observation as a Vital Tool
Observation is a time of learning. Observers learn about students’ interests, their needs, their skills, and their development. We’ll discuss how the tool of observation informs educators about ways to build bridges to
students, providing effective ways to develop the necessary strategies to reach students. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 3)
Kim Brucker ACSI EE Senior
Coordinator, Central Division,
Texas
E Business 203
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session
1.8
Transitional Kindergarten: The All-Important Bridge Between Preschool and Kindergarten
Pre-K, TK, K....what's the difference? Come find out as we explore these questions and more and see where Transitional Kindergarten (TK) fits in the mix! Discover the uniqueness of TK and how it serves as an important
bridge between Preschool and Kindergarten for our young learners. In addition, we’ll explore playful, hands-on, TK-appropriate activities for
language arts, math, science, and visual/performing arts. (Core Competency: 1, 2)
Judy Ross TK Teacher,
Glazier Elementary
School, Whittier, CA
E LIM
Science Bldg.
042
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session 1.9
Little People have Big Problems Too Four Key Considerations: 1. Children do not act up for “no reason.” 2.
Always find a way to allow the student to open up. 3. Never assume. 4. Children do not always know how to express their feelings. Come learn strategies to show compassion in your classroom. (Core Competency: 1,
3, 4)
Wendy Mayes EE Director,
Olive Knolls Christian
School, Bakersfield, CA
E Talbot East 007
(Plaza Level)
10:15-11:15
AM Breakout Session
1.10
After Generation Z, Part 1
“Digital Natives” is the name assigned to Generation Z, those born between 1995 and 2010. But we are teaching the next generation – and they were born with tablets and touch screens in their hands, regardless
of their socioeconomic status. In this session, we will explore the following ideas: 1. Babies, screens, and brain development; 2.
Understanding this new generation and how they think, engage, and interact; 3. What does this mean in the early childhood classroom? (Core Competency: 1, 3, 4, 7)
Royce Nelsestuen EE Director
Faith Community Academy,
Tucson, AZ
E Business 103
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session
1.11
How Well Are We Preparing Our Youngest Children for Kindergarten? The research is clear, children’s early brain development occurs at an
explosive rate, with more than one million neural connections formed per second in the first few years of life. Children’s early experiences play a
foundational role in shaping their adulthood, which in turn shapes their community. The Early Development Index (EDI) is a valid and reliable kindergarten-readiness measurement tool that gathers and analyzes
community-level data on the developmental strengths and vulnerabilities of children. Learn how First 5 Orange County is using the Early Development Index data with county leaders, the community and preschool programs to
improve kindergarten readiness. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 3, 4)
Sandy Pierce Friends Christian
Preschool, Yorba Linda, CA
& Tiffany Alva
First Five Children &
Families Commission, Orange County, CA
E Myers
109
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session 1.12
Esther: A Queen Dethroned, A Queen Crowned
Do we look at events in our lives as coincidences or things that just-so-happened? God, through His providence, devised a plan to shape
history. We see how Esther ascends the throne, not only with her outer beauty, but also her inner beauty. What makes us beautiful in God’s eyes? Esther 1; 2. This class provides completion of 1-hour of Biblical
studies. (Core Competency: 9, 11)
Marilyn Ploog Teacher & Pastor’s
Wife Whittier, CA
E Talbot East 109
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session
1.13
Maintaining Classroom Control with Choices & Enforceable
Statements Come grab up two golden nugget strategies to prevent power struggles and maintain control in your classroom. First, learn how to set and
enforce limits without raising your voice. Second, learn how to get more control by sharing it and gain cooperation from preschoolers. There is always a positive response to The Love and Logic Classroom. The most
common response is, “Why didn’t I know about this sooner?” (Core Competency: 2, 4, 10)
Dr. Cindy Barnum ACSI EE Senior
Coordinator, Eastern Division,
New York
E Myers
102
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session 1.14
Infant/Toddler Best Practices Infant programs get a bad rap: they are expensive because of the low ratios, their schedules are more challenging, and there are unique staffing
needs to consider. In this session we will show you how to provide the best care and how to position your infant center as a strong retention vehicle for the growth of your program. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 5, 9)
Brittany Hannon Associate Head of
School/ EE Director,
Monarch Christian School,
Chatsworth, CA
I/T Talbot East 108
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session 1.15
Super Problem Solvers! Fostering Conflict Resolution Skills with
Young Children – Part 1 Social skills development is an important part of success for our kids. Come and learn fun, practical ways to help teach conflict resolution and
problem solving with young children. Handouts will be provided, and electronic resources will be shared. (Core Competency:1, 4)
Carly Bedard Early Childhood
Education Specialist Orange County DOE,
Costa Mesa, CA
E Café Banquet
Room
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session 1.16
Hands-on STEAM for Early Education Classrooms: Balance
This session will provide opportunities to demonstrate how making-mobiles can be an excellent STEAM activity when the right materials and the right interventions are provided. Practical suggestions and strategies
on how to utilize making mobiles in a classroom will be presented. (Core Competency: 1, 2)
Dr. Seon Chun-
Burbank Asst. Professor/Chair
of Early Childhood Vanguard University,
Costa Mesa, CA
E LIM Science
Bldg.
043
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session 1.17
Embrace Your Space! Want to create a learning environment that promotes health, safety and
well-being? Come get tips on how the classroom environment enables learning and directs behavior. We will explore different classroom environments. (Core Competency: 2)
Nancy Hughes Retired EE Director
Covina, CA
E Talbot East 111
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session 1.18
Children with Special Needs Can Memorize!
Discover joyful ways to combine creative memory techniques to help children of all abilities successfully learn Scripture. (Core Competency: 2, 8, 11)
Barbara Witt Educator/Consultant
Lord’s Press Mt. Baldy, CA
E Talbot East 107
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session 1.19
Teach Like A Pineapple!
What could educators and pineapples have in common? During this session we will discuss how educators can Stand Tall, Wear a Crown and Be Sweet on the Inside, just like a pineapple! (Core Competency: 2, 9, 10)
Martha Malane ACSI Executive Asst./
Former EE Director Brea, CA
E Talbot East 113
Breakout Session
2
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.1
Preparing Staff for the Over-demanding, Questioning Parent A can’t miss workshop that will keep you laughing and learning new ways to help your staff become more professional. Helping our staff successfully
care for young children seems like enough of a job, taking care of the parents sounds impossible... and why should we? It’s the right thing to do for one, but beyond that, caring for parents encourages better parenting.
Explore ways to guide your staff extend the boundaries of child care to parent care. (Core Competency: 4, 7, 9, 10)
Gigi Schweikert President/COO of
Lightbr idge Academy,
Annandale, NJ
D Marshburn Mayers
Aud.
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.2
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made – Part 2: Understanding how God’s
perfect design relates to teaching and learning so we can “MEET UP to Learn.”
Did you know that the way you talk to your students can significantly impact their future learning? This session will help you identify and practice the type of “talk” that will propel your students into becoming life-
long learners as well as connect to emotions. Let’s MEET UP to learn. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 4)
Dr. Linnea Lyding Asst. Dean, Head of
the Shelly Roden School of Education
Arizona Christian University
Phoenix, AZ
E Business 109
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.3
Worship Leading, Kids’ Style! (Repeated)
Discover how every child can be a shining star in kids’ worship. Come have fun as we worship the Lord together. (Core Competency: 1)
Junko Cheng Musician, Recording
Artist, Worship Leader Irvine, CA
E Sutherland Hall
Aud.
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.4
Blending Bible Curriculum with Social/Emotional Needs of Our Kids There are some favorite Bible stories we tell our kids and we know the Bible is relevant to our little ones. Let's look to make sure the social &
emotional needs we see in our kids are being met through our Bible curriculum. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 11)
Cindy Meier EE Director,
The Rock Academy,
San Diego, CA
E Business 206
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.5
Let’s Chat About Those Infants and Toddlers! Infant and toddler teachers are amazing and have such an important role
in early education. Join in and be encouraged as we review developmental milestones and have discussions to share what we love
about teaching infants and toddlers. Be prepared to also share and discuss the pressing needs you are experiencing when teaching infants and toddlers as we collaborate for fresh ideas for you to take back to
your classroom. (Core Competency 1, 3)
Jeannie Forrest ACSI EE Asst.
Director, South Carolina
I/T Business
207
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.6
Tailor Made Just as a tailor adjusts clothing to perfectly fit the person who wears it...
as teachers what are we doing to adjust the curriculum for our students? Glean tangible ideas you can take into the classroom on
Monday that are tailor made to your students. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 4)
Angela Czerniak EE Director,
Christ Community
Preschool
Laguna Hills, CA
E Marshburn 4
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.7
Help for the Slow Learner
An introduction to Perceptual-Motor Development - What is PMD? Why is it important? How can developing perceptual motor skills assist my learners and improve the learning environment? Come learn how
Perceptual Motor Training can enable your students to better cope with information as well as the dynamics of the classroom. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 5)
Linda Thompson Consultant/Trainer
Improve Learning Skills
Phoenix, AZ
E Business 102
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.8
Building Language and Literacy Through Inquiry Learning
We’ll explore ways to increase the power of inquiry-based learning though
developing specific goals for language and literacy development. (Core Competency: 1, 2)
Jennifer Kleiber Associate Professor,
Corban University, Salem, OR
E Business 220
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.9
Observation as a Vital Tool (Repeated) Observation is a time of learning. Observers learn about students’ interests, their needs, their skills, and their development. We’ll discuss how
the tool of observation informs educators about ways to build bridges to students, providing effective ways to develop the necessary strategies to
reach students. (Core Competency:1, 2, 3)
Kim Brucker ACSI EE Senior
Coordinator,
Central Division, Texas
E Business
203
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.10
"What if…?" "I wonder…?" Extend Your Read Alouds Through
Scientific Inquiry and Math Explorations! Discover ways to integrate literacy, science, and math within a collaborative, play-based learning environment! Explore "What if…?" and
"I wonder…?" questions as you journey into, through, and beyond the text. Story categories include: Fairy Tales; Letters, Shapes, and Numbers;
and "Just for Fun!". We'll piece together the Gingerbread Man's story based on evidence, discover how the Little Red Hen became a scientist, analyze how peddlers balance caps, follow a path of dots, measure the
longest earthworm, and more! (Core Competency: 1, 2)
Judy Ross TK Teacher,
Glazier Elementary School,
Whittier, CA
E LIM
Science Bldg.
042
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.11
Kicked Out of Preschool My definition of insanity is defined as doing the same thing over and over
again expecting every preschooler to respond the same. Discipline is not a one-size-fits-all technique. As teachers/directors, we need to be willing to adjust our techniques to fit each student in a way that is most effective.
In today's world, students struggle so much with change, trauma, and problems that we need to be more aware of how we handle discipline
and be conscious of our actions. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 4, 7)
Wendy Mayes EE Director,
Olive Knolls Christian
School, Bakersfield, CA
E Talbot East 007
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session
2.12
After Generation Z, Part 2 “Digital Natives” is the name assigned to Generation Z, those born between 1995 and 2010. But we are teaching the next generation – and
they were born with tablets and touch screens in their hands, regardless of their socioeconomic status. In this session, we will explore the following ideas: 1. Babies, screens, and brain development; 2.
Understanding this new generation and how they think, engage, and interact; 3. What does this mean in the early childhood classroom? (Core
Competency: 1, 3, 4, 7)
Royce Nelsestuen EE Director
Faith Community
Academy, Tucson, AZ
E Business 103
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session 2.13
Esther: Haman’s Plot Powerful Haman has a plan to destroy all the Jews in Persia. Is Queen Esther on the throne “for such a time as this”? (Esther 4:14). When have
you known God is there, even though it looks and feels like He isn’t? Esther 3; 4; 5:1-8. This class provides completion of 1-hour of Biblical
studies. (Core Competency: 9, 11)
Marilyn Ploog Teacher & Pastor’s
Wife
Whittier, CA
E Talbot East 109
11:30-12:30
PM Breakout Session
2.14
Maintaining Classroom Control with Preventative Interventions &
Logical Consequences Come grab up new strategies to help maintain control in your classroom
while developing good relationships with those you teach. There is always a positive response to the key ideas from Jim & Charles Fay and David Funk’s Teaching with Love & Logic. Parents will also benefit from
these strategies when they see the impact on their children in the classroom. (Core Competency: 2, 4, 10)
Dr. Cindy Barnum ACSI EE Senior
Coordinator, Eastern Division,
New York
E Myers
102
11:30-12:30
PM
Breakout Session
2.15
Stress on the Brain: Helping Kids Cope
Stress is the number one inhibitor of student success. We have no idea what children are experiencing in their homes and how it is impacting them. What can we do to change that? In this session, we will discuss strategies
to lower stress in students and teachers, helping you go from surviving to thriving. (Core Competency: 4, 5, 7)
Brittany Hannon Assoc. Head of
School/EE Director, Monarch Christian
School Chatsworth, CA
E Talbot East
108
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session 2.16
Engagement at its Best!
Join me as I share some fresh, fun, new ideas on how to engage children in your EE classroom. We will discuss the importance of social-emotional connections, daily rituals, and share different ways to
encourage great science, math and literacy education. (Core Competency: 1, 2)
Beth Tulk EE Specialist and
Educational Consultant,
West Hills, CA
E LIM
Science Bldg.
351
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session 2.17
Teach Me 2nd
The world teaches us ME FIRST! We teach “Me Second.” In this workshop, we’ll be discussing the importance of teaching the Golden Rule. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 11)
Yolanda Villafana &
Deborah Fitzhugh, EE Teachers,
Calvary Murrieta
Preschool, Murrieta, CA
E Myers
109
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session 2.18
Super Problem Solvers! Fostering Conflict Resolution Skills with
Young Children – Part 2 Social skills development is an important part of success for our students. Come and learn fun, practical ways to help teach conflict
resolution and problem solving with young children. Handouts will be provided, and electronic resources will be shared. (Core Competency: 1, 4)
Carly Bedard Early Childhood
Education Specialist Orange County DOE,
Costa Mesa, CA
E Café Banquet Room
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session 2.19
Hands-on STEAM for Early Education Classrooms: Balance (Repeated) This session will provide opportunities to demonstrate how making-
mobiles can be an excellent STEAM activity when the right materials and the right interventions are provided. Practical suggestions and strategies on how to utilize making mobiles in a classroom will be presented. (Core
Competency: 1, 2)
Dr. Seon Chun-Burbank
Asst. Professor/Chair of Early Childhood
Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, CA
E LIM
Science Bldg.
043
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session 2.20
Relief for the Tired Leader
We will learn the importance of resting and self-care. That it is okay to take some time for yourself to avoid burn-out. As educators and administrators, we wear many hats and have a tendency to work too
many hours. We'll discuss ways to give ourselves some rest and renewal. (Core Competency: 2)
Nancy Hughes Retired EE Director
Covina, CA
E Talbot East 111
11:30-12:30 PM
Breakout Session 2.21
Make Bible Time GREAT! - Engaging Teaching Methods for Interactive Bible Lessons
Captivate students with action-packed, interactive strategies that bring Bible verses into their hearts & minds. A creative lesson plan is included. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 11)
Barbara Witt Educator/Consultant
Lord’s Press
Mt. Baldy, CA
E Talbot East 107
12:30-1:15 PM
Lunch Pick up your lunch from the table color that corresponds with the
lunch option listed on your nametag. No changes, please 😊
Metzger Lawn
Breakout Session
3
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session
3.1
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made – Part 3: Understanding how God’s perfect design relates to teaching and learning so we can “MEET UP to Learn.”
The right kind of play contributes to the development of a healthy brain. What does this mean in the preschool classroom? What should you be sharing with parents? This session will help you structure Unstructured
Play so you can MEET UP to learn. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 4)
Dr. Linnea Lyding Asst. Dean, Head of
the Shelly Roden
School of Education Arizona Christian
University Phoenix, AZ
E Business 109
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session
3.2
Planting Seeds of Faith with Infants & Toddlers The teacher is often referred to as the living curriculum. As such, the
early education teacher is key to laying the spiritual foundations in a young child’s life while they attend a Christian program. Infant and toddler teachers will learn practical ideas of how to integrate faith
development with other areas of a young child’s development. (Competency 1, 2, 3)
Jeannie Forrest ACSI EE Asst.
Director,
South Carolina
I/T Business 207
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session
3.3
Encourage Versus Discourage Let's take a look at how we direct and guide our little ones! The language
we use can make us an encourager versus a discourager!! Come discuss the positive words that can be used to motivate and encourage our little ones, even the most difficult ones!! (Core Competency: 2, 4)
Cindy Meier EE Director
The Rock Academy,
San Diego, CA
E Business 206
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session
3.4
‘Everybody’s Fine’ ... the title of a Hollywood movie about a family in turmoil. We don’t know
all a parent and child goes through just to get to school some days – Everybody might not be fine. Come explore ideas about how to support and nurture parents of our students in the love and grace of Christ!
(Core Competency: 1, 5, 7)
Martha Malane ACSI Executive Asst./ Former EE Director,
Brea, CA
E Talbot East 113
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session
3.5
Let’s Make a Mess Hands-on science can be fun and make a mess. This make-and-take class offers numerous “recipes” to let your littles explore textures and scientific
inquiry while benefiting from making a mess. (Core Competency: 1, 2)
Angela Czerniak EE Director
Christ Community
Preschool Laguna Hills, CA
E Marshburn 4
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session
3.6
Read Alouds with a Purpose! Through questioning strategies and interactive work, teachers will learn to help students be able to practice comprehension and sequencing skills
during a read aloud. (Core Competency: 1, 2)
Jennifer Kleiber Associate Professor
Corban University,
Salem, OR
E Business 220
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session
3.7
Teachers as the Living Curriculum Elements of curriculum include lesson plans, teaching props, books, and
resources for centers, a knowledge of teaching and child development. The most important aspect of the curriculum often gets overlooked. Let’s discuss what it takes to prepare the living curriculum. (Core Competency:
2, 4, 9, 10)
Kim Brucker ACSI EE Senior
Coordinator,
Central Division, Texas
E Business
203
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session
3.8
Transitional Kindergarten: The All-Important Bridge Between
Preschool and Kindergarten Pre-K, TK, K... what’s the difference? Come find out as we explore this question and more and see where Transitional Kindergarten (TK) fits in the
mix! Discover the uniqueness of TK and how it serves as an important bridge between Preschool and Kindergarten for our young learners. In
addition, we’ll explore playful, hands-on, TK-appropriate activities for language arts, math, science, and visual/performing arts. (Core Competency: 1, 2)
Judy Ross TK Teacher
Glazier Elementary School.
Whittier, CA
E LIM Science
Bldg.
042
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session
3.9
Engaging Employees at Work Come learn new strategies that will help you 1. Always be for your
employees, 2. Motivate your employees 3. Remember they are people too. Learn ways to create a staff that is engaging and appreciated without making them feel entitled. (Core Competency: 9, 10)
Wendy Mayes EE Director
Olive Knolls Christian
School, Bakersfield, CA
D Talbot East 007
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session
3.10
After Generation Z, Part 1 (Repeated)
The next generation of digital natives is coming to our classroom every day. In this session, we will look out how technology is affecting all areas of child development (and it’s not all bad!). This includes motor skill
development, social-emotional development, attention span, and cognitive development. This session will be more focused on daily classroom strategies to help students overcome the deficits created by technology
and maximize the benefits of technology for this generation. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 4, 5)
Royce Nelsestuen EE Director
Faith Community Academy,
Tucson, AZ
E Business 103
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session 3.11
Esther: Two Royal Banquets
Queen Esther invites King Xerxes and Haman to two banquets. By God’s providence, what happens between them? God allows life’s circumstances to change our course. Are you trusting Him for the
unknown? Esther 5:9-14; 6; 7. This class provides completion of 1-hour of Biblical studies. (Core Competency: 9, 11)
Marilyn Ploog Teacher & Pastor’s
Wife, Whittier, CA
E Talbot East 109
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session
3.12
Understanding Individual Differences: Motivational Gifts
Discover your God-given motivational gifts and understand the style of others for improved relationships with coworkers, parents, and students. Learn how to create an environment in your school that makes everyone
feel accepted and eager to become involved. Are you drained or energized? Are you walking in your God-given gifts? (Core Competency: 2, 4, 9, 10)
Dr. Cindy Barnum ACSI EE Senior
Coordinator, Eastern Division,
New York
E Myers
102
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session 3.13
Stress on the Brain: Helping Kids Cope (Repeated) Stress is the number one inhibitor of student success. We have no idea what children are experiencing in their homes and how it is impacting
them. What can we do to change that? In this session, we will discuss strategies to lower stress in students and teachers, helping you go from surviving to thriving. (Core Competency: 4, 5, 7)
Brittany Hannon Associate Head of
School/EE Director,
Monarch Christian School,
Chatsworth, CA
E Talbot East 108
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session 3.14
Effective Tools for Promoting Social-Emotional and Self-Regulation
Skills at Preschool (Repeated) Social-emotional and self-regulation skills are important components of school readiness and healthy child development. Being able to get along
with and cooperate with others, manage strong feelings, focus attention, and persist at challenging tasks are critical for long-term school and life
success. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 4)
Eman Metri EE Teacher,
Water of Life Preschool,
Upland, CA
E Marshburn Mayers
Aud.
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session 3.15
Engagement at its Best! (Repeated)
Join me as I share some fresh, fun, new ideas on how to engage children in your EE classroom. We will discuss the importance of social-
emotional connections, daily rituals, and share different ways to encourage great science, math and literacy education. (Core Competency: 1, 2)
Beth Tulk EE Specialist and
Educational Consultant,
West Hills, CA
E LIM
Science Bldg.
351
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session 3.16
Teaching Approaches that Promote the Multiple Modalities in Learning: Addressing Special Needs Children in Early Childhood Teaching students who have disabilities requires that we approach
development and learning in a different way and seek to find the strengths in each individual as a creation of God. Research indicates that intervention in early childhood is a significant predictor of children's
academic performance and social skills. The goal of this session is to inform early education practitioners about teaching approaches that can
effectively address students with special needs in the early childhood context. (Core Competency: 3, 4, 7)
Kristin Lin Vanguard University,
Costa Mesa, CA
E LIM Science
Bldg.
043
10:15-11:15 AM
Breakout Session 3.17
Teach Me 2nd
The world teaches us ME FIRST! We teach “Me Second.” In this workshop, we’ll be discussing the importance of teaching the Golden
Rule. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 11)
Yolanda Villafana &
Deborah Fitzhugh, EE Teachers,
Calvary Murrieta
Preschool, Murrieta, CA
E Myers
109
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session 3.18
Let's Create! Process Art Experiences for Preschoolers - Part 1 Creativity is an essential trait of 21st Century Learning. Come explore
ways that we, as teachers can inspire creativity within our preschool classrooms by providing engaging, open-ended art experiences. During Part 1 we will examine the benefits of process-oriented art and lay the
foundation for integrating creative art in the classroom. (Core Competency: 1, 2)
Carly Bedard Early Childhood
Education Specialist
Orange County DOE, Costa Mesa, CA
E Café Banquet Room
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session 3.19
Joy! Bring It On! Got joy? The Bible promises it! This Scripture-filled workshop shows how
to have it abundantly! A Scripture-centered project will bring the joy home. (Core Competency: 11)
Barbara Witt Lord’s Press
Educator/Consultant
Mt. Baldy, CA
E Talbot East 107
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session 3.20
Less Work, More Play Who said learning has to be boring? Come check out some fun classroom
management ideas and how to engage more in your students. Learning should be offered in a variety of styles and doesn't always have to include worksheets. Let's face it, not all kids were created the same. (Core
Competency: 1, 2)
Alicia Howard Asst. Director/
Curriculum Specialist
Olive Knolls Christian School,
Bakersfield, CA
E Business 105
1:30-2:30
PM
Breakout Session 3.21
Social Media Without the Social Mess
Social media allows us to connect with folks all over the globe. Unfortunately, this connectivity often comes with drama as an unwanted addition. God created us with the inborn need to interact with others, and
ACSI has a tool that allows you to work with Christian early educators from around the globe in a way that elevates and encourages. Join us as we
learn what Community is and how to navigate the ACSI Community platform. You will walk away with confidence and possibly even the start of building relationships! (Core Competency 1,2)
Heather Wendt ACSI Content and
Community Manager Colorado Springs, CO
E Talbot East 111
Breakout Session
4
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.1
Sensing Something’s Not Quite Right? Are you noticing students who have difficulty with emotional regulation?
Meltdowns in response to touch or specific textures? Covering of ears or unusual repulsion to certain noises? These students may be experiencing difficulty with sensory processing. In this session you will gain an
understanding as to why this might be happening as well as effective strategies you can use in the classroom to help students with these concerns. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 3)
Dr. Linnea Lyding Asst. Dean, Head of
the Shelly Roden
School of Education Arizona Christian
University Phoenix, AZ
&
Miki Lyding M.S. OTR/L Phoenix, AZ
E Business 109
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.2
Capturing A Love for Math! Come learn about the math skills you will want to incorporate into your
math curriculum and some fun math activities that will get your kids excited about math and turn them into math lovers!! (Core Competency: 1, 5, 7)
Cindy Meier EE Director,
The Rock Academy,
San Diego, CA
E Business
206
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.3
Building a Negotiator
How do you see children??? Children are very capable. Our jobs are to inspire them to negotiate the world around them with critical thinking skills.
Come glean tangible ways to build critical thinking skills in our littles. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 4)
Angela Czerniak EE Director,
Christ Community Preschool
Laguna Hills, CA
E Marshburn 4
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.4
Effective Tools for Promoting Social-Emotional and Self-Regulation Skills at Preschool (Repeated)
Social-emotional and self-regulation skills are important components of school readiness and healthy child development. Being able to get along with and cooperate with others, manage strong feelings, focus attention,
and persist at challenging tasks are critical for long-term school and life success. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 4)
Eman Metri EE Teacher, Water of Life
Preschool, Upland, CA
E Marshburn Mayers
Aud.
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.5
Why Anchor Charts? How to Create and Use Purposeful Charts to Increase Learning and Build Independent Learners
This session will center around using interactive and static anchor charts with our youngest learners. These charts can become places where students can look for answers to questions, teachers can create mini-
lessons and learning is synthesized in ways that help the youngest learners begin to make connections between content and their world.
(Core Competency: 1, 2, 4, 5)
Jennifer Kleiber Assistant Professor, Corban University,
Salem, OR
E Business 220
2:45-3:45 PM
Breakout Session
4.6
Teachers as the Living Curriculum
Elements of curriculum include lesson plans, teaching props, books, and resources for centers, a knowledge of teaching and child development. The most important aspect of the curriculum often gets overlooked. Let’s
discuss what it takes to prepare the living curriculum. (Core Competency: 2, 4, 9, 10)
Kim Brucker ACSI EE Senior
Coordinator, Central Division,
Texas
E Business 203
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.7
Teach Beginning Reading Skills and Build Relationships Through Play!
Children learn best through play, and caring interaction with supportive teachers and caregivers. Learn how to build relationships with children as we play with concepts of print, phonological awareness, alphabetics and
word/print recognition, and comprehension/analysis text. Activities include: "Jump and Track" Sentences, Onset and Rime Playdough Squishers, Slinky Soundouts, Word Stretchers, "What's Up? What's
Down?" and more! (Core Competency:1, 2)
Judy Ross TK Teacher,
Glazier Elementary
School, Whittier, CA
E LIM
Science Bldg.
042
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.8
Teaching Through Transitions Transitions refers to change, and change can be difficult for young
children. Educators can embrace these changes during the daily schedule by including meaningful teaching opportunities while helping children move from one activity to another. Let’s explore ideas of how to intentionally plan
and prepare transition strategies that can enhance the curriculum. (Competency 2, 4)
Jeannie Forrest ACSI EE Asst.
Director,
South Carolina
E Business
207
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.9
Discovering Play on the Playground Think outside the box and move the classroom to the playground! By
offering a variety of learning outside we increase children’s brain function, promote different learning styles, and help students and staff engage in a different way. Increasing the styles of play also helps
decrease discipline and let’s be honest, who doesn't want that? (Core Competency: 1, 5)
Wendy Mayes EE Director,
Olive Knolls Christian
School, Bakersfield, CA
E Talbot East 007
(Plaza Level)
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.10
Capturing a Love for Math! Learn more about math skills you want to incorporate into your math
curriculum, along with some fun math activities that will get your kids excited about math and turn them into math lovers! (Core Competency:
1, 2)
Cindy Meier EE Director,
The Rock Academy, San Diego, CA
E Business 206
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.11
After Generation Z, part 2 (Repeated) The next generation of digital natives is coming to our classroom every
day. In this session, we will look out how technology is affecting all areas of child development (and it’s not all bad!). This includes motor skill development, social-emotional development, attention span, and cognitive
development. This session will be more focused on daily classroom strategies to help students overcome the deficits created by technology and maximize the benefits of technology for this generation. (Core
Competency: 1, 3, 4, 7)
Royce Nelsestuen EE Director
Faith Community
Academy, Tucson, AZ
E Business 103
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.12
Help for the Slow Learner
An introduction to Perceptual-Motor Development - What is PMD? Why is it important? How can developing perceptual motor skills assist my learners and improve the learning environment? Come learn how Perceptual Motor
Training can enable your students to better cope with information as well as the dynamics of the classroom. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 5)
Linda Thompson Consultant/Trainer
Improve Learning Skills
Phoenix, AZ
E Business
102
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session 4.13
Esther: The Jews Fight for Their Lives Haman’s plan is to annihilate the Jews. Esther begs and pleads for her people. How have you sought God deeply and seen Him act in a way
that was beyond your imagination? Esther 8; 9; 10. This class provides completion of 1-hour of Biblical studies. (Core Competency: 9, 11)
Marilyn Ploog Teacher & Pastor’s
Wife,
Whittier, CA
E Talbot East 109
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session
4.14
Reaching Your Community Through an Early Education Ministry
Why should Christian leaders involve themselves in meeting the need for quality early education? How can you develop an early education program that will not only train up children, but also be used as an
evangelistic outreach to the community? (Core Competency: 4, 7)
Dr. Cindy Barnum ACSI EE Senior
Coordinator, Eastern Division,
New York
E Myers
102
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session 4.15
How Do They Do It?! Time Management Tips and Tricks This session will give you helpful tips and tricks for managing not only your personal time, but also provide industry best practices for managing
time in the classroom, also known as classroom management. Uncover the mystery of the allusive work-life balance by looking at personal
accountability, boundaries, and responsibility. (Core Competency:10)
Brittany Hannon Associate Head of
School/EE Director,
Monarch Christian School
Chatsworth, CA
E Talbot East 108
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session 4.16
Let's Create! Process Art Experiences for Preschoolers - Part 2 Creativity is an essential trait of 21st Century Learning. Come explore ways that we as teachers can inspire creativity within our preschool
classrooms by providing engaging, open-ended art experiences. During Part 2 we will use the information from part 1 to actively engage in
process-oriented art experiences. (Core Competency: 1, 2)
Carly Bedard Early Childhood
Education Specialist
Orange County DOE, Costa Mesa, CA
E: Café Banquet Room
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session 4.17
Joy! Bring It On! (Repeated)
Got joy? The Bible promises it! This Scripture-filled workshop shows how to have it abundantly! A Scripture-centered project will bring the joy home. (Core Competency: 11)
Barbara Witt Educator/Consultant
Lord’s Press Mt. Baldy, CA
E Talbot East
107
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session 4.18
Less Work, More Play (Repeated)
Who said learning has to be boring? Come check out some fun classroom management ideas and how to engage more in your students. Learning should be offered in a variety of styles and doesn't always have to include
worksheets. Let's face it, not all kids were created the same. (Core Competency: 1, 2, 4, 5)
Alicia Howard Asst. Director/
Curriculum Specialist Olive Knolls Christian
School, Bakersfield, CA
E Business
105
2:45-3:45
PM
Breakout Session 4.19
Teaching Approaches that Promote the Multiple Modalities in
Learning: Addressing Special Needs Children in Early Childhood (Repeated) Teaching students who have disabilities requires that we approach
development and learning in a different way and seek to find the strengths in each individual as a creation of God. Research indicates that
intervention in early childhood is a significant predictor of children's academic performance and social skills. The goal of this session is to inform early education practitioners about teaching approaches that can
effectively address students with special needs in the early childhood context. (Core Competency: 3, 4, 7)
Kristin Lin Vanguard University,
Costa Mesa, CA
E LIM Science
Bldg. 043
Core Competencies Audience
1. Child Development and Learning: Spiritual, Social, Emotional, Physical, Cognitive E - Everyone
2. Learning Environment and Curriculum D - Directors
3. Observation, Screening and Assessment I/T – Infant Toddler
4. Relationships, Interactions and Child Guidance
5. Health, Safety and Nutrition
6. Cultural and Linguistic Diversity
7. Families and Community Relationships
8. Special Needs and Inclusion
9. Leadership
10. Professionalism
11. Biblical Studies