Participants will be examine leading theoretical models related to family dynamics and relationship health. An exploration of the risk and protective factors that can impact family climate will be addressed along with ways to mitigate the potential for negative effects on young children. Participants will also examine the traits of healthy families and how to use positive strategies to promote resilience in families challenged by stress factors. Set Two in FCS. No Age Related Content.

The focus of this training is to implement practices and policies that boost staff morale and professional growth, contributing to a more motivated and dedicated team. Set Two in PPLD. No Age Related Content.

Join us as we continue to help our young learners reach new heights in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Early Literacy! Sessions will focus on infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children, offering Set One and Set Two training sessions in English and Spanish. The day will be filled with local and state-wide resources for educators and free books for all who attend! 

This conference has been organized by Child Care Partners, the Gorge STEM Hub, and the Four Rivers Family Early Learning & Parenting Hub to meet the needs of Early Childhood Educators in Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, and Wheeler Counties. 

Early child care and education professionals living or working in Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, and Wheeler Counties will be prioritized for attendance.

Prizes related to the conference topics will be awarded throughout the day. Breakfast, Lunch, and an afternoon snack will be provided.

Keynote Speaker: Christyn Dundorf, presenting: To Infinity and Beyond: Early Learning Connects Children to a Universe of Possibility.

¡Acompáñenos mientras continuamos a apoyar a sus aprendices a alcanzar nuevas alturas en Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería, Matemática, y en el Afabetismo Temprano! Las sesiones se enfocarán en las edades de infantes, niños pequeños, preescolares y edad escolar, ofreciendo sesiones de Nivel Uno y Dos y en inglés y español. ¡El día estará lleno de recursos locales igual como estatales para los educadores, también libros gratuitos para todos los que asistan!

Esta conferencia ha sido organizada por Child Care Partners, el STEM Hub del Gorge, y el Hub de Four Rivers Family y Early Learning & Parenting para cumplir con las necesidades de los Educadores de la Edad Temprana en los condados de Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco y Wheeler. 

La asistencia de los profesionales del cuidado y educación infantil viviendo o trabajando en los condados de Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, y Wheeler serán priorizados.

A lo largo del día se premiarán premios relacionados con los temas de la conferencia. Se proporciona desayuno, almuerzo y una merienda.

Discurso de Apertura: Christyn Dundorf, presenta: Hasta el Infinito y Más Allá: El Aprendizaje Temprano Conecta a los Niños a un Universo de Posibilidades.

Reflect on beliefs about second language, review research on the benefits of home language retention, and gain an overview of the developmental stages of second language. Explore strategies to foster young children's second-language acquisition. Home language provides the foundation for second-language acquisition, supports essential connections to family and culture and should be maintained. Set Two in FCS. Infant/ Toddler.

What can we learn from observing the children in our programs? We will examine the whats, whys, and hows of observations, as well as the types and purposes of them. We will then practice observation techniques and tools. Providers will leave this training excited to apply what they've learned about conducting observations in their programs. Set Two in OA. Infant/ Toddler, Preschool, School Age.

Explore theory and practice to transform emotional breakdowns to breakthroughs. Foster emotional intelligence in children, which includes having a strong understanding of your emotions. Focus on simple and effective tools to prevent and transform emotional breakdowns by adult modeling, meeting children's needs, providing safe outlets to positively express high emotions, and helping children maintain their own unique emotional homeostasis. Set Two in HGD. No Age Related Content.

Autism 201 reviews information about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) including the symptoms, causes, treatments, and an overview of how you can support someone with autism in the classroom. Set Two in SN. Infant/ Toddler, Preschool, School Age.

Participants will examine Bureau of Labor and Industry (BOLI) laws relevant to childcare personnel, examine principles of supervision of staff, explore strategies for team-building, morale-building, and respecting diversity and individual differences. Set Two in PM. No Age Related Content.