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3:00 p.m. 4:15 p.m. Session C: Concurrent Workshops
[Some presenters have made additional resources available; they are listed at the bottom of the page.]
Connecting the Dots between Early Care and Education Programs, Families, and Communities: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach
Learn about the benefits of a multidisciplinary team approach in working with preschool teachers, preschool-aged children and their families to improve the quality of care. The discussion will include information about how to replicate this model in your community, as well as some of the challenges involved in implementation.
Presenters: Sharon Redmann, Early Childhood Specialist, ACES; Sharon Huttner, Speak and Language Pathologist, ACES; Nancy Close, Assistant Director, Yale Early Childhood Education Program and Assistant Profession, Yale Child Study Program
[Hand-outs & presentation materials are in the folder below.]
Parent and Community Engagement in Danbury
Hear from parents, a city official, and a school principal about the benefits of parent and community engagement, and specific engagement strategies that have worked in Danbury.
Presenters: Eileen Byrne, Parent and Parent Leadership Training Institute Assistant, Danbury Children First; Melvette Hill, Parent and Executive Secretary, Housing Authority of the City of Danbury; Mayor Mark Boughton or designee; Robert Rifenburg, Principal, South Street Elementary School; Linda Kosko, Collaborative Director, Danbury Children First
Developing a Feasible Plan for a New Child Care Facility
The early steps in the facility development process are critical to the overall success of the project. Learn about best practices in early care facility design, funding sources and financing strategies, and the types of technical experts needed on a project development team.
Presenter: David Wasch, Director, Children’s Investment Partnership
[Hand-outs & presentation materials are in the folder below.]
Building Capacity One Boomer at a Time: Recruitment Tips and Strategies for
Community Organizations
Baby boomer retirement is upon us! This phenomenon, unlike anything in our
history, has unleashed a tidal wave of talent into the world of whats next? and
community-based organizations stand to be the greatest beneficiaries of this
incredible resource. Many boomers have a wealth of experience and expertise that
they are able and willing to share with their communities, either in paid positions or
as volunteers. Learn how to access, recruit, engage, and manage this tremendous
resource.
Presenter: Stephen Ristau, President, Ristau & Associates, LLC and Harry Orlick,
Independent Consultant
[Hand-outs & presentation materials are in the folder below.]
Family Friendly Practices in Early Childhood Programming
How can child care programs become more family friendly? Learn specific strategies and how to use an “audit” tool to evaluate your own program for family friendliness.
Presenter: Kristen Kennen, Early Childhood Specialist, United Way of CT/211 Infoline
[Hand-outs & presentation materials are in the folder below.]
Community Conversations: Why, How, and Then What?
Why hold an open community dialogue when your initiative already has clear objectives and a defined work plan? How do you get diverse participation at your conversation? What are good ways to follow up on your Community Conversation? This workshop will address these frequently asked questions and highlight the experiences of three Discovery communities who have used Community Conversations in their Discovery work.
Presenters: Sonja Ahuja, League of Women Voters; Margaret Hiller, Bridgeport Public Education Fund; Kevin Grunwald, Mansfield Social Services; Dorsey Gude, Norwalk Education Foundation; Suzanne Ryan, Community Connections
[Hand-outs & presentation materials are in the folder below.]
Choosing Collaboration: Two Funders, One Community Agenda for School Readiness
Learn how two regional funders have chosen collaboration over competition in their effort to increase the resources that are available for early childhood. The workshop will also highlight the communication strategies that are being used to promote early childhood in the region.
Presenters: Heather Calabrese, Senior Vice President, United Way of Greater New Haven and Cynthia Mariani, Director of Communications, The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
[Hand-outs & presentation materials are in the folder below.]
The State Budget Process: The How, What, and Why—and How You Can Get Involved
Learn the basics about the state budget process and what the state budget shows about our state priorities. The session will also discuss how citizens can communicate effectively with their state legislators and influence state policy.
Presenter: Ellen Scalettar, Senior Policy Fellow, Connecticut Voices for Children
[Hand-outs & presentation materials are in the folder below.]
DataGate: The Scandal of Inadequate Early Care and Education Data
Learn about how to find, analyze, and present data on early childhood issues. Participants will receive a copy of the new early childhood factbook.
Presenters: Susan Wilson, Director, Early Childhood DataCONNections; Frances Duran, Policy Associate, Child Health and Development Institute
[Hand-outs & presentation materials are in the folder below.]
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Building Capacity One Boomer at a Time: Recruitment Tips and Strategies for Community Organizations
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Choosing Collaboration: Two Funders, One Community Agenda for School Readiness
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Community Conversations: Why, How, and Then What?
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Connecting the Dots between Early Care and Education Programs, Families, and Communities: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach
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DataGate: The Scandal of Inadequate Early Care and Education Data
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Developing a Feasible plan for a new child care facility
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Family Friendly Practices in Early Childhood Programming
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The State Budget Process: The How, What, and Why -- and How You Can Get Involved
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