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Join us for the mini-conference this year! Our featured speaker is Dr. Peter Gorski. He presents riveting research with humor and heart on the powerful influence of early relationships on brain development. |
Registration begins at 8:30 am
DIPAC Hatchery
9-12
Fish Philosopy: Team building and Customer Service, with Diane Sly and Alaska ICE staff
1-4
Early Childhood Program Tours, hosted by Suey Linzmeier and Angela Anderson OR
Intro to the Second Step, Social and Emotional Curriculum with Kathleen Rhea and Sheila Wray
Friday, March 3
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Baranof Hotel
This promises to be a special evening, sponsored by Holland America Line, Inc. - a delicious banquet, celebrations, presentation of Educator, Advocate, Child Care Provider of the Year and CDA Awards, and a keynote by Dr. Peter Gorski, sponsored by the Dept. of Health and Social Service, Child Care Resource and Referral grant.
Registration begins at 8:00 am
UAS Egan Library
8:30 - 11:30 General Session with Dr. Peter Gorski "Early Brain Development and Relationship Centered Care and Education"
11:30-1:00 Lunch and AEYC-SEA Membership Meeting
1:00 - 2:30 Choice of Sessions
A. Follow Up Conversations with Dr. Peter Gorski on Early Brain Development, Relationships, Culture and Community.
B. Creative Movement for Young Children, with Rhonda Gardinier
C. Story Games, with Margie Hamburger
D. Toymaking from the Pantry, with Dr. Sonja Koukel, Cooperative Extension
2:30 - 3:00 Fruit and Chocolate Buffet
Network, share experiences, and energize for the final session.
3:00 - 4:30 Closing Session
"The Year 2006 - Early Childhood in Alaska Achieves Liftoff!"
A panel of leaders in the field will each introduce one of the landmark initiatives being launched in Alaska in 2006, and how it will impact your work with children and families in a positive way. You will have an opportunity to view resources, ask questions, and will then vote on the initiative you believe will have the greatest impact of all. Expect some surprises, songs, and excitement in this session!
3:00 - 4:30 UAS Egan Library
*Complimentary child care available on a reservation basis. Call 789-1235.
A. "The Amazing Minds of Infants, Toddlers, and Young Children" with Dr. Peter Gorski
B. Creative Movement for Young Children, with Rhonda Gardinier
C. Story Games, with Margie Hamburger
D. Toymaking from the Pantry, with Dr. Sonja Koukel, Cooperative Extension