2017 Early Childhood Conference

March 3rd and 4th, 2017

“Making a Difference for Children” for over 30 years!

Sponsored by: Eastern Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children
and Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Head Start

Idaho State University - Pond Student Union Building - Pocatello, ID

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*Payment by credit card accepted by phone or online registration.

Regular Registration: $75 one day, $125 two days. Early registration ended February 1st, 2017.

Conference Speaker

Lisa Murphy - Ooey Gooey Lady
Lisa is the founder and CEO of Ooey Gooey, Inc. where her mission is to assist in the transformation of the industry of early childhood education by offering 1) the best workshops and trainings; 2) the most up to date materials and resources; and 3) insightful conversations and connections through the power of social media. Lisa presents hundreds of workshops each year to both domestic and international audiences on various topics related to early childhood education. Lisa has an M.Ed. in early childhood education from Champlain College in Vermont. She has authored four books, produced dozens of teacher training DVD's and is a popular keynote speaker at educational conferences. Lisa's standing room only seminars have become nationally known for their information, humor, inspiration and energetic delivery. Frequently asked if she has ever been a stand up comic, Lisa practices what she preaches by blending the learning with the laughing.

FRIDAY (8:15-3:30 p.m.)

What if today was their only day?
Lisa shares the powerful story of her first day of school. Through active and engaging storytelling Lisa brings you back to her first day, taking you on a grand tour of Miss Mary's Nursery School. And, in the style she has become famous for, she shares many observations, lessons and anecdotes about how early childhood has changed along the way.

Many Kinds of Smart
Understanding the Theory of Multiple Intelligences

Let's Go Outside
Outdoor Time is NOT Wasted Time

Creative Art With Young Children
Art is not a receipt for childcare!

Friday Night (6:30-8:30 p.m.)

Jeremy Thomas PhD in Sociology - Cultural Diversity in Early Childhood Education
This presentation and workshop will explore the rewards and challenges of cultural diversity, especially those that can occur within early childhood education. Topics such as racial, ethnic, and religious diversity will be considered as well as how variations in language, customs, and family structures may impact the learning environment. Participants will have the opportunity to investigate how particular aspects of cultural diversity play out in their professional contexts, and they will be given tools that will allow them to both better celebrate diversity while also better preparing them to respond to challenges along the way.

SATURDAY (8:15-3:30 p.m.)

Identifying and Creating Child Centered Environments
This workshop provides an in-depth exploration of the 9 points within the framework of Lisa Murphy's approach to working with children. Via interactive lecture, true-to-life examples, anecdotes and her signature “learning and laughing” style, this workshop presents what it really means to be a hands-on, play-based, child-centered program.

Fizzle Bubble Pop and WOW!
Simple Science for Young Children!

Finger play Songs and Chants
Join Lisa in a sing-along of classic fingerplays that have withstood the test of time and others that are destined to become future favorites!

The Importance of Early Experiences
How playing IS Kindergarten readiness