TYLER AREA REGIONAL CONFERENCESeptember 12, 2015

Green Acres Baptist Church1607 Troup Highway, Tyler, TX 75701

Do not be shaped by this world; instead be changed within by a new way of thinking. Then you will be able to decide what God wants for you; you will know what is good and pleasing

to Him and what is perfect.

Romans 12:2

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remindersCERTIFICATE OF TRAINING

T Y L E R A R E A R E G I O N A L C O N F E R E N C ESeptebmer 12, 2015

Green Acres Baptist Church | Tyler, Texas

has completed ________ training hours.

Mary Ann Bradberry | Executive DirectorTexas Baptist Church Weekday Education Association

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SESSION 2OPENING KEYNOTE

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SESSION 5

SESSION 6

SESSION 7CLOSING KEYNOTE

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Make It Real: Hands-on ScienceJoin this interactive session to discover ideas that use real items to teach science concepts which can be taught through math, literacy, music, and movement activities. (Julie Hamilton)(Core Competency: Supporting Skill Development 4.3, 4, 5, 7, 9)

Unwrapping the Outdoor ClassroomThis workshop will get you thinking outside the box as you learn to take the inside classroom outdoors. Dress up, painting, music, and other ideas that will stimulate kids’ learning outdoors will be explored. (Julie Hamilton)(Core Competency: Learning Environments, Planning Framework, Curriculum, and standards 3.1)

Learning from the Leadership of Geese (Directors)This session will explore how geese work together & share the load as they travel. Discover how this leadership principle can apply to your employees & program. (Debbie Lauman)Core Competency for Administrators: Human Resource Leadership and Development (3.4)

Sensory in Every CenterMulti-sensory experiences should not be limited to one area of the classroom or to certain times of the day. This session explores how to make and incorporate sensory activities throughout the daily schedule and all areas of the classroom. (Debbie Lauman)Core Competency: Learning Environments, Planning Framework, Curriculum and Standards (3.1)

The Wonder of BoysBoys are often a mystery to female educators. However, it is extremely important to understand the boys in our classrooms and why many times normal developmental behaviors are perceived as misbehavior. (Debbie Lauman)Core Competency: Child Growth and Development (1.1,4)

Oh No! Not Music Time Again!This session will inspire you with creative classroom techniques for using music with your preschoolers. You will be challenged to turn every day classroom supplies into fun musical adventures. (Courtney Lux)Core Competency: Supporting Skill Development (4.1,7)

Literacy Beginnings: Session for Infants and One-year-oldsThis session will focus on the social aspect of babies’ language development. Participants will explore how interactions with infants and babies impacts literacy development. (Kathy Northcutt)Core Competency: Supporting Skill Development (4.1,3)

Literacy Beginnings: Session for Two and Three-year-oldsParticipants will explore how toddlers’ experiences in pre-school influences their literacy learning. Developmentally appropriate practices will be discussed as a means of reflecting on children’s growing strengths in literacy development. (Kathy Northcutt)Core Competency: Supporting Skill Development (4.1,3)

Literacy Beginnings: Session for Four and Five-year-oldsThis session will explore authentic literacy experiences that are developmentally appropriate for four- and five-year olds. Participants will consider instructional frameworks that will support children’s literacy development. (Kathy Northcutt)Core Competency: Supporting Skill Development (4.1,3)

D.A.P. in ClassroomEarly childhood professionals must provide children with a safe, nurturing, and responsive environment by implementing developmentally appropriate practices (DAP). This session examines DAP and how they are reflected in a typical early childhood classroom. (Melissa McKenzie)Core Competency: Learning Environments, Planning Framework, Curriculum, and Standards (3.1)

Did You Say Yoga??!!Yoga is a way for preschoolers to exercise their whole body, develop both fine and gross motor skills, build muscle strength, balance and posture. It also sharpens a child’s ability to focus, increase attention, and relax. (Melissa McKenzie)Core Competencies: Supporting Skill Development (4.9; 8.1)

Creatively Complimenting WEE Learn CurriculumIn this session you will learn some new ways to use the WEE Learn curriculum and take home some creative ideas. (Marie Ruiz)Core Competency: Learning Environments, Planning Framework, Curriculum, and Standards (3.1,2)

Distinguishing Between Developmentally Appropriate & Special Needs BehaviorsWhile a teacher is not responsible for diagnosing a child’s behavior, their input is imperative in helping the child and his family. This session will help you distinguish between what is developmentally appropriate behavior or what is a “red flag”. (Marie Ruiz)Core Competencies: Child Growth and Development (1.2,3); Observation and Assessment (5.1,2)

Unwrapping the 5 Love Languages of Children“The Five Love Languages of Children,” based on the book by Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell, M.D., describes how we can learn to intentionally express love in a “language” that each child clearly understands. (Ken Warren)Core Competencies: Child Growth and Development (1.4;2.1,2)

presenters schedule REGISTRATION7:30 - 8:00 AM

Julie HamiltonJulie graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Kinesiology and is certified to teach all levels of Physical Education and Health. She is also a certified Early Childhood Teacher and is a Head Start Teacher in the College Station ISD.(Trainer Criteria (a.5) of Minimum Standard 746.1317)

Debbie LaumanDebbie is a Trainer/Child Development Specialist with Smith County Champions for Children, Inc. in Tyler, TX. Prior to this position, she was the Preschool/Child Care Director for Stepping Stone School. Debbie holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Ball State University in Indiana. (Trainer Criteria (a.5) of Minimum Standard 746.1317)

Courtney LuxCourtney is the Children’s Music Assistant at Green Acres Baptist Church where she writes and implements preschool lesson plans, communicates with volunteers, and choreographs preschool and elementary programs. She holds a Bachelor of Music with a specialization in Vocal Music from the University of Texas at Tyler. (Trainer Criteria (a.5) of Minimum Standard 746.1317)

Melissa McKenzieMelissa is the FCS Child Guidance/Human Resources Practicum Teacher and Preschool Director for Cypress Ranch Preschool. She holds a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood from Stephen F. Austin University. She is also a member of the Texas Trainer Registry and is currently responsible for writing the faith-based curriculum for Nabor House Centers in Houston, TX. (Trainer Criteria (a.1&7B) of Minimum Standard 746.1317)

Kathy NorthcuttKathy is a Reading and Language Arts Consultant and Professional Development Consultant for Heinemann Professional Development. She has also worked for the Longview and the White Oak Independent School Districts as a Reading Recovery Teacher Leader. She has a Ph.D. in Reading Education from Texas Woman’s University in Denton, TX, and a M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas at Tyler. (Trainer Criteria (a.2&5) of Minimum Standard 746.1317)

Marie RuizFor 9 years, Marie served as the Director of the Child Development Center at The Heights Baptist Church in Richardson, TX. She is a certified elementary and early childhood teacher who is now working as a Preschool Consultant and Trainer. She is a graduate of Baylor University with a degree in Elementary Education. (Trainer Criteria (a.5) of Minimum Standard 746.1317)

Ken WarrenSince, 2001, Ken has served as the Senior Associate Pastor at Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas. He has a Bachelor of Science from Baylor University and a Master of Religious Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, TX. (Trainer Criteria (a.5) of Minimum Standard 746.1317)

Green Acres Performing TeachersLeigh Evans, Nancy Elliott, Marla Carlile, Debbie Evans, Jessica Thompson, Wendy Persinger, Ashley Wabbington, Patricia Brooks and Britanni Galindez are all staff and teachers in the Green Acres Child Development Center. This group has many years of experience teaching young children and enjoys using humor and fun to remind teachers to focus on teaching from the child’s perspective.(Trainer Criteria (a.5&7) of Minimum Standard 746.1317)

Time Session Presenter Room8:00 - 9:00 am Session 1

Creatively Complimenting WEE Learn Marie Ruiz LH 370

Unwrapping the 5 Love Languages of Children Ken Warren LH 371

Beginning Literacy for Infants/Toddlers Kathy Northcutt LH 360

Leadership of Geese (Directors) Debbie Lauman LH 361

Oh No! Not Music Time Again! Courtney Lux LH 351

Make It Real: Hands-on Science Julie Hamilton LH 373

9:10 - 10:10 am Session 2 | Opening Keynote

Through God’s Eyes Melissa McKenzie Chapel

10:20 - 11:20 am Session 3

D.A.P. in the Classroom Melissa McKenzie LH 362

Unwrapping the 5 Love Languages of Children Ken Warren LH 371

Sensory in Every Center Debbie Lauman LH 361

Beginning Literacy for Twos/Threes Kathy Northcutt LH 360

Oh No! Not Music Time Again! Courtney Lux LH 351

Creatively Complimenting WEE Learn Marie Ruiz LH 370

Make It Real: Hands-on Science Julie Hamilton LH 373

11:30 - 12:30 pm Session 4

D.A.P. in the Classroom Melissa McKenzie LH 362

Distinguishing Between Developmentally Appropriate & Special Needs Behaviors Marie Ruiz LH 370

Unwrapping the 5 Love Languages of Children Ken Warren LH 371

Sensory in Every Center Debbie Lauman LH 361

Beginning Literacy for Twos/Threes Kathy Northcutt LH 360

Make It Real: Hands-on Science Julie Hamilton LH 373

Oh No! Not Music Time Again Courtney Lux LH 351

12:30 - 1:15 pm Lunch Galilee Room

1:15 - 2:15 pm Session 5

Did You Say Yoga? Melissa McKenzie LH 362

Distinguishing Between Developmentally Appropriate & Special Needs Behaviors Marie Ruiz LH 370

Beginning Literacy for Fours/Fives Kathy Northcutt LH 360

The Wonder of Boys Debbie Lauman LH 361

Unwrapping the Outdoor Classroom Julie Hamilton LH 373

Unwrapping the Role of the Director (Q&A) Panel of Directors LH 372

Resource Room Tour (.5 hour credit) Preschool 202

2:25 - 3:25 pm Session 6

Did You Say Yoga? Melissa McKenzie LH 362

Distinguishing Between Developmentally Appropriate & Special Needs Behaviors Marie Ruiz LH 370

Beginning Literacy for Fours/Fives Kathy Northcutt LH 360

The Wonder of Boys Debbie Lauman LH 361

Unwrapping the Outdoor Classroom Julie Hamilton LH 373

Resource Room Tour (.5 hour credit) - closes at 3:00 pm Preschool 202

OPENING KEYNOTE | Through God’s EyesEarly Childhood Educators are called to be attuned and responsive to the uniqueness of each child, embracing the God-given qualities that make every child special. Learn what it means to see every child through God’s eyes. (Melissa McKenzie)Core Competencies: Child Growth and Development (1.2; 2.1)

CLOSING KEYNOTE | Unwrapping the Day in the Life of a ChildWhat does a day in the life a child in a weekday program really look like? You will enjoy unwrapping the antics of these players to see what every child should experience each day. (Green Acres Baptist Church Performing Teachers)Core Competencies: Supporting Skill Development (3.1; 4.1)

3:35 - 4:20 pm Session 7 | Closing Keynote

Unwrapping a Day in the Life of a Child Performing Teachers of GABC EEC Chapel

4:30 pm Thinking Outside the Box on the Way Home

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