STAR NET Region IV Training Calendar 2020-2021
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STAR NET Region IV Training Calendar At-A-Glance 2020 – 2021
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Illinois STAR NET Statewide Webinar At-A-Glance 2020 – 2021
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Kathy Nehrt
Kathy Nehrt recently retired as a Resource Specialist for STAR NET. She has participated in statewide Early Childhood Outcomes Stakeholders, Early Intervention to Early Childhood Transition Guidance and STAR NET Region IV Community Focus Groups. She believes in supporting children, families and the Early Childhood professionals who serve them. She retired after over 36 years in education, working as an Early Childhood Special Education teacher and coordinator, Blended Pre-K/Head Start teacher and Family Coordinator, and as an adjunct professor. She has a BS in Special Education, Early Childhood minor, from WIU and a MSEd in Speical Education for SIUE, with additional coursework in Educational Leadership.
Upcoming Events
November 2020
I Can Do it, Too! Supporting STEM Learning for All Preschool Children – Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: This webinar will include an overview of STEM learning and descriptions and examples of STEM teaching practices for preschool-aged children. The use of STEM teaching practices will be explored through a case study. Resources will be shared, and participants will be encouraged to make their own […]
Find out more »Deeper Dive Into the Dramatic Play Area-Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: In this training participants will explore all the different requirements of the interest area. We will look into different curriculum suggestions, state requirements, and research around development in each area. Participants will define what materials are needed, what interactions and strategies can be used to support […]
Find out more »STAR NET Super Family Saturday – Virtual Conference
No Credit will be given for this conference. Registrations will only be accepted by filling out the "Registration Form (PDF)" (Link is above.) That link will take you to the flier. On page 2 of the flier, you will see the Schedule. Click on "Register Here" next to each session that you would like to […]
Find out more »Sign Language Basics: Talking With Your Hands – Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: This workshop will provide participants with the basic knowledge behind Sign Language of who, what, where, when, and why sign language is used. Participants will learn basic signs that will help them when working with individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or have not […]
Find out more »It’s Mine! Social Problem Solving-Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: During this workshop, participants will discuss social emotional development with problem solving being the main focus. Participants will learn strategies to help build conflict resolution. This workshop will also look at state requirements and research based on social emotional development. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, […]
Find out more »December 2020
Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Services: Roles and Responsibilities- Webinar (Formerly the Building Bridges Training)
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: The Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services developed this standardized training to address the requirements of the federal law, Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) to ensure a smooth and effective transition process is in place for children […]
Find out more »Children, Trauma, and the Brain-Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: This presentation will examine the psychological, emotional, and behavioral impact and manifestations of exposure to trauma in children. 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 […]
Find out more »Paraprofessionals and the Preschool Environment – Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: Paraprofessionals will spend time learning about the different areas of the Preschool Classroom and the teaching strategies they can use to lead play in a developmentally appropriate way. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration […]
Find out more »Deeper Dive Into the Blocks Area-Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: In this training participants will explore all the different requirements of the interest area. We will look into different curriculum suggestions, state requirements, and research around development in each area. Participants will define what materials are needed, what interactions and strategies can be used to support […]
Find out more »January 2021
Book Study: Big Questions for Young Minds: Extending Children’s Thinking-Webinar Series (1/6/21, 1/13/21, 1/20/21)
Registration deadline is December 11, 2020 so we have time to mail the participants the book to look over before the book study begins in January. There are only 15 spots available for this books study. Registration priority will be given to persons in Southern Region IV who are professionals working with children ages 3, […]
Find out more »Supporting STEM Learning for Young Children with Autism – Webinar Series (1/14/21 & 1/28/21)
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: Learn three strategies you can use to help young children with autism be more engaged and involved in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) activities. The three strategies include: using visual supports to structure activities, incorporating strengths and interests of children, and considering sensory needs. […]
Find out more »Use of Child Portfolios in Authentic Assessment – Webinar Series (1/22/21 & 1/29/21)
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: During this training participants will assess and identify authentic, high quality portfolio samples. This workshop will allow participants’ hands on experiences in assembling samples that create a picture of growth or development over time; develop time-saving strategies for collecting and organizing portfolio samples; practice writing […]
Find out more »Introduction to Prompting! – Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: This workshop will go over the basics of what prompting is, what it looks like, what is best practice, and different types of prompts. Providing prompts within instruction and natural environment will be discussed as well. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will […]
Find out more »February 2021
The Creative Curriculum® for Preschool: Implementation for Teachers – Webinar Series (2/4/21, 2/11/21, 2/18/21, 2/25/21)
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: This highly interactive 4 day, totaling 12-hours, training prepares teachers to implement The Creative Curriculum® for Preschool, 5th or 6th edition, in their classrooms. Teachers will learn about the Creative Curriculum framework, which includes guidance on what and how children learn, the physical environment, caring and […]
Find out more »Deeper Dive Into the Art Area-Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: In this training participants will explore all the different requirements of the interest area. We will look into different curriculum suggestions, state requirements, and research around development in each area. Participants will define what materials are needed, what interactions and strategies can be used to support […]
Find out more »Promoting and Protecting Mental Health in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders or other Special Needs – Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: Mental health is essential for successful life outcomes. Focusing on mental health in childhood helps create mentally healthy adults with ASD. Mental health is the goal for all children with ASD to help them reach their potential, cope with the stressors of life, work productively, […]
Find out more »An Introduction to the Ages & Stage-3 Questionnaires (paper version) – Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: This introductory level training will provide an overview of the Ages and Stages-3 Questionnaires. Participants will learn the benefits of screening, scoring procedures and considerations, interpret results as well as discuss follow-up recommendations, including making referrals. Additionally, participants will consider protocols for successful implementation of a […]
Find out more »An Introduction to the Ages & Stages Social-Emotional-2 Questionnaires (paper version) – Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: This introductory level training will provide an overview of the Ages and Stages Social-Emotional-2. Participants will learn the benefits of screening, scoring procedures and considerations, interpret results as well as discuss follow-up recommendations, including making referrals. Additionally, participants will consider protocols for successful implementation of a […]
Find out more »March 2021
Promoting Mentally Healthy Communication with Your Child’s Educational Team – Webinar
This training is only for family members of children with special needs. No Credit will be given for this training. Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: Communication between parents/care givers and educators and therapists (the educational Team) is more important than ever! This presentation will identify what parents/caregivers CAN do to share […]
Find out more »Deeper Dive into the Manipulatives Area – Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: In this training participants will explore all the different requirements of the interest area. We will look into different curriculum suggestions, state requirements, and research around development in each area. Participants will define what materials are needed, what interactions and strategies can be used to support […]
Find out more »April 2021
Book Study: Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered – Webinar Series (4/7/21, 4/21/21, 5/5/21, 5/19/21)
Registration deadline is Friday, March 12, 2021 so we have time to mail the participants the book to look over before the book study begins in April. There are only 15 spots available for this books study. Registration priority will be given to persons in Southern Region IV who are professionals working with children ages […]
Find out more »Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Services: Roles and Responsibilities- Webinar (Formerly the Building Bridges Training)
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: The Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services developed this standardized training to address the requirements of the federal law, Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) to ensure a smooth and effective transition process is in place for children […]
Find out more »May 2021
Deeper Dive into the Outdoor Area – Webinar
Registration deadline is three business days before the webinar. Description: In this training participants will explore all the different requirements of the interest area. We will look into different curriculum suggestions, state requirements, and research around development in each area. Participants will define what materials are needed, what interactions and strategies can be used to support […]
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