STAR NET REGION IV TRAINING CALENDAR

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STAR NET Region IV Training Calendar At-A-Glance (printable)
July – December 2023
January – June 2024

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October 2023

Resources for Families…The More You Know – Webinar

October 12 @ 7:00 pm8:30 pm
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The more parents and professionals know about resources, the better they are to help their child and the families that they work with. Join us as we highlight two amazing and free resources that are available to families who have children with disabilities in the state of Illinois. Our first resource we will be highlighting is Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center. Family Matters assist parents of children with disabilities to be informed participants in the special education process.…

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Creative Art with Young Children! Art is Not a Receipt for Early Education! – Webinar

October 18 @ 4:00 pm6:00 pm
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No more dittos! No more patterns! No more cut out art! In this webinar Lisa will support a very strong process oriented art position appropriate for children with and without disabilities. Lisa will demonstrate examples and this webinar will include in-depth examination of the rationale for the emphasis of process over product, including a discussion about what this phrase really means! Participants will have time to engage in dialogue regarding “art” for all children and identify where they are on…

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November 2023

Make Music Not Noise: Introducing and Using Instruments in Your Early Childhood Classroom – Webinar

November 14 @ 4:00 pm5:30 pm
Live Webinar IL United States + Google Map

Use instruments to make music and to meet your curricular objectives. The SLSO education team will offer ideas about how to build an instrument collection and introduce instruments. Lesson plans and music center ideas will be modeled. And we’ll discuss how to include all students in music-making, with special attention to those with sensory processing disorder. After this short workshop, you’ll be ready to dust off your instruments and make music. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will…

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Pushing Past Conflicts with Adults: Navigating Uncomfortable Conversations in Early Childhood – Webinar

November 30 @ 4:00 pm5:30 pm
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Advice for Navigating Challenging Conversations in Early Childhood Programs takes a positive approach by embracing differences and meeting families and colleagues where they are. Get nonjudgmental, practical advice for navigating conflict Discover strength-based, evidence-based techniques that lead to professional growth and learning in your early childhood program. Inclusion of children with disabilities requires a high level of interaction with other adults. Having the skills for navigating difficult conversations is a necessity. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will…

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December 2023

Promoting Safe and Healthy Boundaries in Young Children – Understanding Risks of Abuse and Prevention of Problematic Sexual Behavior in Young Children – Webinar

December 5 @ 4:00 pm5:30 pm
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Promoting Safe and Healthy Boundaries in Young Children - Understanding Risks of Abuse and Prevention of Problematic Sexual Behavior in Young Children. This online workshop will review the potential signs of abuse in young children and introduce concepts around understanding typical, concerning, and problematic sexual behavior. Children with development disabilities are more at-risk of abuse. Teaching basic safety and boundaries rules supports healthy development within schools and other child care settings. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will…

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Writing High Quality, Functional IEP Goals – Webinar

December 6 @ 4:00 pm5:30 pm
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This workshop will focus on IEPs in blended preschool classroom settings. Specifically, a brief overview of IEPs will be provided before shifting the focus to writing high-quality, functional IEP goals and benchmarks (short-term objectives) that can be embedded into daily classroom activities. We will also discuss ways to connect IEP goals to the IELDS and Early Childhood Outcomes. Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants will receive an email to confirm receipt of their registration request and important instructions…

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January 2024

Music Across the Curriculum: Exploring Opposites with The Lion and the Mouse – Webinar

January 6, 2024 @ 10:00 am11:00 am
Live Webinar IL United States + Google Map

The St. Louis Sympony Orchestra Education Team equips early childhood educators with the knowledge and tools to engage their students in music on a daily basis. Simple activities and engaging lessons emphasize using music within the framework of current early childhood curricula to teach children with and without disabilities. With the book “The Lion and the Mouse” at its heart, this workshop will explore ways to use music and creative movement to teach early childhood science and math concepts. Note:…

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Music Across the Curriculum: Embracing Difference with The Lion and the Mouse – Webinar

January 6, 2024 @ 1:00 pm2:00 pm
Live Webinar IL United States + Google Map

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Education Team equips early childhood educators with the knowledge and tools to engage their students in music on a daily basis. Simple activities and engaging lessons emphasize using music within the framework of current early childhood curricula to teach students with and without disabilities. Using the book “The Lion and the Mouse” as a springboard, this workshop will explore ways to use music and creative movement to promote self- and social awareness. Note: Approximately three…

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February 2024

Visual Support Strategies – Webinar

February 22, 2024 @ 7:00 pm8:30 pm
Live Webinar IL United States + Google Map

Visual is a strength, auditory ain’t”. Our children’s brains are more visual than previous generations. Meeting those needs for learning language and supporting behavioral challenges means more intense work using strategies to help support their cognitive levels. These are practical strategies a parent can implement to help support cognitive development and prevent behavioral challenges will be explored with videos and visual examples.  This is a family event.  No credit will be issued.  Note: Approximately three weeks before the webinar, registrants…

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