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Supporting Early Literacy Through Intentional Practice for ECSE and Blended Preschool Teachers – Live Webinar

February 18, 2026 @ 3:30 pm4:30 pm

Building strong early literacy skills is essential for every child’s success. This session explores effective, developmentally appropriate literacy practices that support all learners, including children with disabilities, dual language learners, and those with diverse learning needs. Participants will gain practical strategies for fostering language development, emergent reading, and writing skills in an inclusive preschool classroom. Through hands-on activities and discussion, educators will learn how to create an engaging literacy-rich environment that promotes access, participation, and a love of learning for every child.

Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions that should be viewed prior to the day of the session.

 Presenter(s): Angie Darnell and Kate Yount

Webinar Date:  Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Webinar Log-In: 3:25 PM – 3:30 PM
Webinar Session: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Details

Date:
February 18, 2026
Time:
3:30 pm–4:30 pm
Event Categories:
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Gateways Level of Learning:
Intermediate

Organizer

STAR NET Region IV
Phone:
618-825-3968
Email:
dcooper@sccroe50.org
Website:
www.starnetiv.org

Additional Info

Number of P.D. hours awarded
1.00
Educator License Renewal for ISBE
CDA (Child Development Associate) credit in area(s)
3. Social/Emotional Development
IDFPR CE Credit for SLP, SW, PT, and OT Professionals
Gateways to Opportunity credit in area(s)
D. Curriculum or Program Design
EI Credit in area(s)
N/A

Presenters

Kate Yount
Phone:
618-825-3955
Email Address:
kyount@sccroe50.org
Angie Darnell

Venue

Venue name:
Live Webinar
Location:
IL United States + Google Map