STAR NET Region IV

Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Services: Roles and Responsibilities - Webinar
2021-10-13 09:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Live Webinar, IL, United States
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 and their families who will be transitioning from Early Intervention into Early Childhood Special Education. This training will cover requirements regarding timeline, role responsibilities, transition process meetings, state forms, as well as vital partnerships, collaborative relationships and positive strategies.
Full participation for the entire webinar session and a one hour view of an inclusion module with a completed reflection form is required to receive a certificate.
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): Maria Matticks and Sheri Kraus
Webinar Date: October 13, 2021
Webinar Log-In: 8:45 AM- 9:00 AM
Webinar Session: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
This event is being held in collaboration with the Illinois Early Intervention Training Program (EITP).

Good Data vs. Counting the Assessment Collections - Webinar
2021-09-30 15:00 - 16:30
This workshop will focus on why collecting data is an important part of the Early Childhood Classrooms. Participants will explore ways to collect quality informative observations. Discussions will help participants think about assessment as more than a task to complete. Participants will explore how assessment can lead to purposeful planning. We will also examine how useful the data is in individualizing lessons to inform teaching strategies.
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): Stephanie Herling
Webinar Date: September 30, 2021
Webinar Log-In: 2:45 PM- 3:00 PM
Webinar Session: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

New Beginnings for Virtual Family Engagement - Webinar
2021-09-23 13:00 - 15:00
During this time of ever-changing educational pathways learning how to engage families remotely through Covid and beyond, has certainly posed many challenges and learning opportunities for all. Families and professionals had to quickly gain pertinent skills and strategies to keep learners engaged in the classroom and remotely. Schools continue to provide critical resources and support to families while trying to build staff capacity; engage students in remote learning when necessary; and manage the changing terrain. Now, as we consider which practices we tried that we want to keep we realized that reaching families virtually was a successful way to communicate and reach families. While challenges remain many innovative strategies, tried and true best practices have been utilized to engage and support families. Please join us for an upbeat, practical and dynamic webinar with valuable tips, strategies, and resources.
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): Nel Daymon
Webinar Date: September 23, 2021
Webinar Log-In: 12:45 PM- 1:00 PM
Webinar Session: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Developmentally Appropriate Practices- 4th Edition - Webinar
2021-09-09 15:30 - 17:30
During this training participants will develop an understanding of the purpose of the Fourth Edition of NAEYC’s Position Statement on Developmentally Appropriate Practice that was published in 2020. Participants will discuss the Core Considerations used to inform decision making. As the professionals establish a deeper understanding of the Principles, they will be asked to discuss how they can ensure to implement these practices with all children. Participants will also examine how the DAP Guidelines help support educators ensure implementation in their practices within their program.
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): Stephanie Herling
Webinar Date: September 9, 2021
Webinar Log-In: 3:15 PM- 3:30 PM
Webinar Session: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Sign Language: Five Little Monkeys Jumping On the Bed - Webinar
2021-08-05 09:00 - 10:00
Who loves reading the book “Five Little Monkey’s Jumping On the Bed”? Now’s your chance to learn the signs so that when you read the story, you and your students can also sign the story. All participants will be encouraged to participate in signing. Come join in on the fun!
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): Sheri Kraus
Webinar Date: August 5, 2021
Webinar Log-In: 8:45 AM- 9:00 AM
Webinar Session: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Preparing for the New Year: Strive to Thrive! - Webinar
2021-07-27 09:00 - 11:00
COVID drastically impacted the last year and a half of schooling. This webinar will focus on creating supportive environments in which returning children will thrive. We will explore COVID’s potential impact on social-emotional development, and ways to re-connect with children and provide them opportunities to develop and practice social skills. We will also examine possible learning and behavior problems and discover ways to engage children in active learning and to optimize positive behaviors.
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): Elizabeth Frisbie
Webinar Date: July 27, 2021
Webinar Log-In: 8:45 AM- 9:00 AM
Webinar Session: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Sign Language: Useful Signs for in the Classroom - Webinar
2021-06-24 12:30 - 13:30
We all know that sign language is helpful in the home, in the classroom and in all environments. Sign language is a language that can be learned and taught with any and all students. Please join us as we will be learning useful signs that will be helpful in the school setting and in the classroom. Full participation will be encouraged.
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): Sheri Kraus
Webinar Date: June 24, 2021
Webinar Log-In: 12:15 PM – 12:30 PM
Webinar Session: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
