Topic Study: Using a Schema Lens

Topic studies are an opportunity to put your learning to practice! Assigned learning and meetings will focus on a specific topic and then participants will report back on implementation and discuss next steps.

Description: Schema is a pattern in play and describes repetitive behaviors that allow children to gain new knowledge and understanding. It’s how young children make sense of how things words and how they affect change.

Understanding schema can inform your teaching and thinking and can shift the way you see children's play. Join us as we discover what schema is, how you can use it effectively, and learn about an opportunity to explore schema even further!

Location: Virtual (Meetings on Zoom)

Registration Link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100112039

Zoom Link: https://uwyo.zoom.us/j/93872378036

This ongoing topic study will include 5 virtual meetings (listed below) on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:00pm. To earn STARS credit educators are required to: attend all four meetings, complete required assignments in-between each meeting and come prepared to discuss their discoveries.

Meeting dates:
June 17
July 1
July 15
July 29
August 12

Learning Specialists: Taylor Dory and Tyler Gonzalez

*12 STARS Credits

Topic Study: Taking a Closer Look at Toddler Behavior

Topic studies are an opportunity to put your learning to practice! Assigned learning and meetings will focus on a specific topic and then participants will report back on implementation and discuss next steps.

Description: Join us as we look into toddler behaviors to better understand how to support toddlers in their development. During this topic study, we will discuss what is developmentally appropriate behavior for toddlers, take a closer look at their behaviors, and what our role as their caregiver is to support their development. Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate with each other during meetings, work on practice-based tasks, and discuss resources.

Location: Virtual (Meetings on Zoom)

Registration Link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100112113

Zoom Link: https://uwyo.zoom.us/j/98455554678

This ongoing topic study will include 5 virtual meetings (listed below) on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-7:30pm. To earn STARS credit educators are required to: attend all four meetings, complete required assignments in-between each meeting and come prepared to discuss their discoveries.

Meeting dates:
June 17
July 2 (Wednesday)
July 15
July 29
August 12

Learning Specialists: Kelce Eckhardt and Char Norris

*9 STARS Credits

Building Relationships with Families

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100112069

Location: Riverton Public Library

Description: Building trusting relationships with families is key in the Early Childhood field. In this session, participants will discuss the importance of building trusting relationships with families in their program. Join us as we discuss strategies for cultivating trust with families, effective communication, and creating welcoming environments.

Facilitated by: Kelce Eckhardt

Personal & Professional Wellness

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111739&agent=1

Location: Young at Heart Community Center

Description: Being an early childhood educator is rewarding but also can be challenging work. These challenges, if not addressed, can lead to workplace stress and burnout. Participants will be working together to discover and discuss some research, reflection tools, and other strategies and resources to address stress and combat burnout.

* 2 STARS Hours

Facilitated by: Char Norris

Exploring the Art of Transitions with Young Children

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111787&agent=1

Location: University of Wyoming at Casper College—Student Union Building, Room 322

Description: Whether you are a home provider or in a classroom, sometimes transitions can feel over-whelming and challenging. During this webinar we will analyze and consider how daily schedules can impact transitions, discuss elements of a "successful" transition, and gather new ideas to take back to our spaces to try.

Facilitated by: Kara Cossel

Exploring the Art of Transitions with Young Children

Registration link: https://secure.touchnet.net/C27222_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=147&SINGLESTORE=true

Location: Lodge at Jackson Hole (Cheyenne Room)

Join us in Jackson for our next Learning Event!

Learning Events are like mini-conferences. We offer a full day of in-person classes for anyone who works in early care and education. There will be a different class every hour and door prizes after each session. Participants can attend any or all of the classes and earn up to 8 hours of STARS credit in one day!

Registration Fee: $25.00 (Nonrefundable)

REGISTER NOW!!

Please reach out with any questions (wyecplc@uwyo.edu)

AGENDA

8:00 am What does it mean to be an early childhood professional?

9:00 am Fostering a Culture of Success for Children and Educators

10:00 am Art in the Early Childhood Classroom

11:00 am Care is Education (Infant Toddler Session)

12:00 pm LUNCH

1:00 pm Meaningful Activities that Work

2:00 pm Using Schema to Create Curriculum

3:00 pm Journey From a Job to a Passion

4:00 pm Building Relationships with Families

The Essential Role of Care Practices in Early Childhood Care and Education Settings

Registration Link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111924

Description: Learners will explore and understand that prioritizing care in early childhood settings will strengthen relationships between educators, children, and their families and offer supportive learning environments.

Facilitated by: Taylor Dory

Exploring the Art of Transitions with Young Children

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111757&agent=1

Location: Campbell County Library

Description: Whether you are a home provider or in a classroom, sometimes transitions can feel over-whelming and challenging. During this webinar we will analyze and consider how daily schedules can impact transitions, discuss elements of a "successful" transition, and gather new ideas to take back to our spaces to try.

Facilitated by: Kara Cossel

Exploring Art & It's Importance

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111505

Location: Northwest College Yellowstone Building, Rm 217

Description: The way that we allow children to create and explore art matters! Join us as we consider what types of creative opportunities we are offering to children and the ways that art helps children learn new skills and explore concepts about their world.

Facilitated by: Tyler Gonzalez

Personal and Professional Wellness

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111764&agent=1

Description: Being an early childhood educator is rewarding but also can be challenging work. These challenges, if not addressed, can lead to workplace stress and burnout. Participants will be working together to discover and discuss some research, reflection tools, and other strategies and resources to address stress and combat burnout.

*2 STARS Hours

Facilitated by: Char Norris

Supporting Learning Through Multi-Sensory Experiences

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111788

Location: Platte Valley Bank (Hospitality Room)

Description: In this session we will discuss what multi-sensory learning is and its role in enhancing early learning and development in a preschool setting. Participants will explore a variety of sensory play activities including playdough kits, sensory bins, and sandpaper letters. As they engage with the materials they will discuss how the Wyoming Early Learning Standards could guide the experience and will leave with ideas and knowledge of how to they connect to the learning goals of young children.

Facilitated by: Susan Hansen

Supporting Learning Through
Multi-Sensory Experiences

Location: Wheatland

Registration Link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111789

Description: In this session we will discuss what multisensory learning is and its role in enhancing early learning and development in a preschool setting. Participants will explore a variety of sensory play activities including playdough kits, sensory bins, and sandpaper letters. As they engage with the materials they will discuss how the Wyoming Early Learning Standards could guide the experience and will leave with ideas and knowledge of how to they connect to the learning goals of young children.

Presenter: Susan Hansen

Creating a Positive Environment for All Children: How Being Present and Mindful

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111737

Description: Are you seeking ways to enhance children's social and emotional interactions? This course will cover different strategies that can help you, your staff, and children navigate the challenges that come with early childhood. Together, we will learn how our own mindfulness and being present with children impacts children’s behavior and interactions with each other and how we can apply this knowledge to our day-to-day moments with children. During this session, providers will discuss and collaborate on navigating challenging times with children so that we can foster a positive environment for all children.

Facilitated by: Kelce Eckhardt

Personal & Professional Wellness

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111725&agent=1

Location: Thayne Community Center

Description: Being an early childhood educator is rewarding but also can be challenging work. These challenges, if not addressed, can lead to workplace stress and burnout. Participants will be working together to discover and discuss some research, reflection tools, and other strategies and resources to address stress and combat burnout. NAEYC Standard met: Standard 6: Professionalism as an Early Childhood Educator -6d: Engage in continuous, collaborative, learning to inform practice -6e: Develop and sustain the habit of reflective and intentional practice in their daily work with young children and as members of the early childhood profession

Facilitated by: Char Norris

Exploring Art & It's Importance

Registration link:https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111538

Description: The way that we allow children to create and explore art matters! Join us as we consider what types of creative opportunities we are offering to children and the ways that art helps children learn new skills and explore concepts about their world.

Facilitated by: Tyler Gonzalez

Supporting Learning Through Multi-Sensory Experiences

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111683

Description: In this session we will discuss what multisensory learning is and its role in enhancing early learning and development in a preschool setting. Participants will explore a variety of sensory play activities including playdough kits, sensory bins, and sandpaper letters. As they engage with the materials they will discuss how the Wyoming Early Learning Standards could guide the experience and will leave with ideas and knowledge of how to they connect to the learning goals of young children.

Facilitated by: Susan Hansen, PLC Partner

Personal & Professional Wellness

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111579&agent=1

Description: Being an early childhood educator is rewarding but also can be challenging work. These challenges, if not addressed, can lead to workplace stress and burnout. Participants will be working together to discover and discuss some research, reflection tools, and other strategies and resources to address stress and combat burnout. NAEYC Standard met: Standard 6: Professionalism as an Early Childhood Educator -6d: Engage in continuous, collaborative, learning to inform practice -6e: Develop and sustain the habit of reflective and intentional practice in their daily work with young children and as members of the early childhood profession

Facilitated by: Char Norris

Exploring Art & It's Importance

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111504

Description: The way that we allow children to create and explore art matters! Join us as we consider what types of creative opportunities we are offering to children and the ways that art helps children learn new skills and explore concepts about their world.

Facilitated by: Tyler Gonzalez

Exploring the Art of Transitions with Young Children

Registration link: https://wyregistry.org/index.cfm?module=trainingEventEditor&eventID=100111317&agent=1

Location: Weston County School District Admin Building, Curriculum Room

Description: Whether you are a home provider or in a classroom, sometimes transitions can feel over-whelming and challenging. During this webinar we will analyze and consider how daily schedules can impact transitions, discuss elements of a "successful" transition, and gather new ideas to take back to our spaces to try.

Facilitated by: Kara Cossel