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Thursday, February 6
 

9:00am EST

PRECON: SOCIAL EMOTIONAL: From Shoelaces to Leadership
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Rm. 102-103
This workshop empowers teachers and administrators to see how a task as simple as “putting on shoes” can cultivate leadership in children. Participants will: * Understand the connection between putting your shoes on and leadership development in children; * Equip teachers with practical strategies to foster leadership in children; and * Explore ways to build children’s confidence, decision-making, and responsibility in a classroom setting.
Speakers
YM

Yolanda McCray

Licensed Master Social Worker
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Rm. 102-103 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Child Guidance

2:00pm EST

PRECON: Preparing Young Children for School
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Rm. 101
This session will focus on the recommendations of The Institute of Education Sciences Practice Guide, “Preparing Young Children for School” with overlaps to the SC Early Learning Standards and EC LETRS with a focus on the recommendations related to supporting language rich environments, language rich experiences, and the development of executive function skills that are critical for learning readiness.
Speakers
avatar for Angie Neal

Angie Neal

Policy Advisor for Speech-Language Pathology and Early Literacy, SC Dept of Education
Angie Neal is the SLP Contact and Program Analyst for Academics at the South Carolina State Department of Education and the Education Associate for Early Language and Literacy. She stays busy as a LETRS Facilitator, a board member of the State Education Agency Communication Disability... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Rm. 101 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Growth and Development

5:00pm EST

Social Emotional: Taming Tattling: Teaching Conflict Resolution
Thursday February 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Ballroom E
Educators will delve into effective approaches for handling tattling in the classroom. Through interactive discussions and practical demonstrations, participants will learn gain insights into the underlying reasons for tattling behavior and explore strategies to empower children to resolve conflicts independently. Join us to cultivate a culture of communication and cooperation in your early care and education setting.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Compton

Thomas Compton

Regional Director, Miss Tammy’s Little Learning Center
Speakers
avatar for Audrey Selby

Audrey Selby

Regional Coordinator, Miss Tammy's Little Learning Center
Thursday February 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Ballroom E 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Child Guidance

6:15pm EST

PHYSICAL: Groove and Grow: Music for Learning
Thursday February 6, 2025 6:15pm - 7:15pm EST
Ballroom E
Get ready to Groove and Grow! Explore innovative ways to incorporate music into movement-based activities, promoting physical fitness, coordination, and cognitive development in young learners.
Speakers
avatar for Audrey Selby

Audrey Selby

Regional Coordinator, Miss Tammy's Little Learning Center
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Compton

Thomas Compton

Regional Director, Miss Tammy’s Little Learning Center
Thursday February 6, 2025 6:15pm - 7:15pm EST
Ballroom E 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum
 
Friday, February 7
 

7:00am EST

Social Emotional: What’s Conscious Discipline All About?
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 202-204
Have you been wondering?  This session is for you to explore this adult first, trauma informed self-regulation approach that builds resilient classrooms, families and communities. We will start with awareness of our brain state, then explore what children’s behavior communicates to us, consider teaching rather than punishing, practice changing some perceptions and practice composure techniques to help us bring our best selves into our classroom or director’s office each day.
Speakers
avatar for Jane Plum

Jane Plum

Certified Instructor, Conscious Discipline
So excited to be back at the conference! I love gathering with colleagues for conference where we can share our successes, challenges and solutions.Conscious Discipline was the answer when I searched for a program to meet the classroom management and social/emotional curriculum needs... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 202-204
  Child Guidance

7:00am EST

Are You Puzzled?
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm 106-107
Using puzzles as an intentional learning tool for all learners.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer McConnell

Jennifer McConnell

Director, Brookland Academy Child Development Center
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm 106-107 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

7:00am EST

PHYSICAL: Enhancing the Outdoor Play Space
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Ballroom BC
Naturalized outdoor play and learning environments stimulate the diversity of children’s play experiences and contribute to healthy childhood development. A planned outdoor play and learning environment includes activity settings purposefully arranged to promote movement, play and learning. Activity settings add value by supporting specific play and learning activities. Discover the activity settings commonly implemented in the outdoor space and the opportunities these settings can provide children.
Speakers
MP
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Ballroom BC 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

7:00am EST

Make Your Classroom Inclusive
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 203
In this session you will learn about strategies to make your classroom an inclusive environment and why it is important to have an inclusive classroom and mindset. We will discuss what being inclusive means, I will show you items and strategies I use in my general education classroom, and show you where to find other resources that are available. After attending this session, you will have several strategies and ideas you can implement and gain knowledge on how to help students with disabilities in your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for LeeAnn Pennington

LeeAnn Pennington

Pre-K Teacher, Richard Carroll Elementary School
I’m a graduate of Lander University with a degree in Early Childhood Education with an emphasis in Primary Montessori. This is my eighth year teaching Pre-K. I wouldn’t want to teach any other grade level! In my spare time I love to read, craft, go to the beach, and spend time... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 203 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

8:20am EST

Action For A Cleaner Tomorrow Environmental Curriculum
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 205
"Action" is a SC curriculum that helps students explore their environment with hands-on activities.  Participants will receive the 30th Anniversary edition correlated to the SC Science Standards.  Lessons on Recycling, Composting, Energy, Litter Prevention and Battery Recycling are presented.
Speakers
avatar for Mary Margaret Mendenhall

Mary Margaret Mendenhall

Environmental Educator, SC DES
Mary Margaret Mendenhall works with DES’s Office of Recycling as the presenter for the curriculum, Action For A Cleaner Tomorrow. Her passion and enthusiasm for recycling is evident in the way she presents pertinent information to teachers. Mary Margaret graduated from Winthrop... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 205 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

8:20am EST

Littles and Literacy
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 101
In this session engaging activities and literacy strategies will be presented that support literacy growth and appreciation in early childhood education.
Speakers
TD

Tricia Delice

Instructional Coach, Dorchester 4 School District - Clay Hill Elementary
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 101 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

8:20am EST

Social Emotional: SEL Activities for Global Citizenship
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm 106-107
Combining Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) with global learning can deepen students’ interpersonal skills while honing students’ knowledge and awareness of the world around them. In this interactive session, engage in games and role-playing that promote cooperative strategies, environmental awareness and stewardship while building students’ relationship skills and responsible decision making. The presented activities also build knowledge and skills in core subject areas – math, literacy, science and social studies, all matched to state standards.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Jim Lane

Dr. Jim Lane

Professor of Education, Columbia College
Hey SCECA members!  I'm excited to be this year's SCECA Past President and look forward to being with you in person for our Annual Conference, in collaboration with SECA, Feb 3-5, 2022 in Myrtle Beach!  Currently, I am Professor of Education at Columbia College - my home for the... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm 106-107 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

8:20am EST

Be A S.T.A.R.
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 202-204
Together we will talk about the consciousness of composure and the power of perception.   This session will give you key information to help you breathe and respond instead of reacting to struggles in your classroom, because nobody can make you angry without your consent.  By composing ourselves and shifting our perception we can be the person we want others to become.
Speakers
avatar for Jill Brady

Jill Brady

Lead 4K Teacher, Conway Daycare
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 202-204
  Professional Development

8:20am EST

Setting the Mood
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 104-105
Encouraging meaningful relationships with parents and students. Creating an engaging classroom environment
Speakers
CB

Creiana Bailey

First Grade Teacher
I come from a family of educators, so education is truly in my blood! I graduated from Winthrop University in 2018 with a degree in Early Childhood Education, and in 2022, I completed my Master's in Executive Leadership Studies from Gardner-Webb University. This blend of teaching... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 104-105 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Professional Development

8:20am EST

Recognizing Autism and Getting Services
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Ballroom A
This session is geared toward parents or school staff to help recognize the early signs of autism and what steps they need to take to receive help and/or resources.
Speakers
avatar for Jill Powell

Jill Powell

I am a Parent Mentor with the Autism Society of South Carolina working with the Parent School Partnership Program. We work with families and schools to make sure kiddos diagnosed with Autism get adequate services and support. I am also mama to Drake. Drake is 13 years old and amazingly... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Ballroom A 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

11:50am EST

Language is Everything!
Friday February 7, 2025 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
Ballroom BC
SC’s Act 284 (Read to Succeed) includes oral language instruction as one of the core components of comprehensive literacy instruction. However, what does oral language instruction include, what should it look like in the classroom, and how does it align with the 2024 SC CCR ELA Standards and the SC Early Learning Standards? This session will provide answers to those questions and ideas for practical application.
Speakers
avatar for Angie Neal

Angie Neal

Policy Advisor for Speech-Language Pathology and Early Literacy, SC Dept of Education
Angie Neal is the SLP Contact and Program Analyst for Academics at the South Carolina State Department of Education and the Education Associate for Early Language and Literacy. She stays busy as a LETRS Facilitator, a board member of the State Education Agency Communication Disability... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
Ballroom BC 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

11:50am EST

Above and Beyond the status quo
Friday February 7, 2025 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
Rm. 101
ABOVE and BEYOND, is a Growth Mindset which INSPIRES Innovative, Progressive and Educational Leaders to provide More than Exposure but Access to Multiple Opportunities and Experiences for ALL. When we are ALL EQUIPPED with necessary Tools and Experiences, EVERYONE is EMPOWERED to SUCCEED; IT IS THEN, when we ALL have Voice, Visibility & are Valued - that Student Performance will be Enhanced, Student Achievement will be Increased & failure will Never be ... a final option!
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Maria Paradiso-Tetsta

Dr. Maria Paradiso-Tetsta

Doctor of Educational Leadership, Monmouth University
Maria is a Doctor of Educational Leadership and an Adjunct Professor with Superintendent/CSA and Principal certifications. Having more than 25 years of educational experience, Maria is a Conference Host, a Grant Writer and a National & International Guest Speaker/Presenter. While... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
Rm. 101 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Professional Development

11:50am EST

Autism and School, Oh my!
Friday February 7, 2025 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
Ballroom A
The focus of my presentation would be to show a broad overview of autism and how it may affect students in the classroom.  I personally have an autistic child, therefore I like to bring both professional and personal experiences to the table.
Speakers
avatar for Jill Powell

Jill Powell

I am a Parent Mentor with the Autism Society of South Carolina working with the Parent School Partnership Program. We work with families and schools to make sure kiddos diagnosed with Autism get adequate services and support. I am also mama to Drake. Drake is 13 years old and amazingly... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
Ballroom A 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

1:10pm EST

Reading and Writing with Montessori
Friday February 7, 2025 1:10pm - 2:10pm EST
Rm. 203
Understand what Montessori is and how it is implemented, engage in Montessori pre-writing lessons, and understand how guide students to read and write at an early age within a Montessori classroom setting.
Speakers
BD
Friday February 7, 2025 1:10pm - 2:10pm EST
Rm. 203 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

2:40pm EST

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL: The Art of Making Choices: A Little Learners Guide
Friday February 7, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Rm. 202-204
In this session, educators will explore effective strategies for reducing power struggles and guiding young learners toward improved decision-making skills. The focus will be on leveraging the concept of free will to empower students, encourage autonomy, and foster a positive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Tabbi Price

Tabbi Price

Lead 4K Teacher, South Carolina First Steps 4K: Belvedere ELC
Friday February 7, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Rm. 202-204
  Child Guidance

2:40pm EST

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL: It’s Creative Dramatics, Jack!
Friday February 7, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Rm. 102-103
Creative dramatics in the classroom is a way for children to apply what they have learned and a way for teachers to see what the children have learned. It is also a fun way for children to learn literacy skills as well as develop social/emotional skills. Participants will learn how to set the stage for creative dramatics as well as how to help children adapt stories for creative dramatics.
Speakers
avatar for Dick Latham

Dick Latham

Trident Technical College
I have been involved in early childhood education since 1988. I've taught three-year-olds and four-year-olds as well as adults. I am passionate about early childhood educators doing the right thing for children and teaching in a developmentally appropriate, child-centered way.
Friday February 7, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Rm. 102-103 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

2:40pm EST

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL: Storytelling, Music, and Movement for Young Leaders
Friday February 7, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Ballroom A
Participants will leave this session with strategies that can be used in the classroom to address Cultural, Cognitive, Emotional and Social development. Presenter will share how Music, Movement and Storytelling activities can excite and engage young children as they learn new skills in a developmentally appropriate manner. Participates should be ready to Rock and Roll!!!
Speakers
DM
VM
Friday February 7, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Ballroom A 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum
 
Saturday, February 8
 

7:00am EST

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL: Lessons in Grace and Courtesy
Saturday February 8, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 104-105
Learn and put into practice some tried and true grace and courtesy lessons that are given in a Montessori environment. Play games that you can take to your classroom and walk away with tools on hand to help foster a more respectful, peaceful environment.
Speakers
ME

Melissa Evans

Owner, The Cottage School
Saturday February 8, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 104-105 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Child Guidance

7:00am EST

There is Power in Numbers
Saturday February 8, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Ballroom A
It is never too early to start teaching number concepts. This workshop will focus on ways to build children's developing math skills and ways to incorporate math into everyday life activities and events.
Speakers
avatar for Anita

Anita "Lynn" Singleton

Educational Consultant, Forward Learning Consulting, LLC
I am a retired educator with over 30 years of experience as an elementary school principal, teacher, and parenting coordinator. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong commitment to collaborating with teachers and administrators to achieve outstanding academic outcomes... Read More →
Saturday February 8, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Ballroom A 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

7:00am EST

Conscious Discipline Power of Acceptance: The Skills of Empathy
Saturday February 8, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 202-204
Moments come and go in our lives, learning to accept each moment and learn from it is powerful.  This session will focus on building the power of acceptance and skill of empathy for participants.  The Conscious Discipline Sophie Books will be utilized to support throughout this session.
Speakers
AB
Saturday February 8, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 202-204
  Professional Development

7:00am EST

THE INVALUABLE YOU!
Saturday February 8, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 206-208
A Make and Take Session. Participants will be able to learn about the attributes of being an “Invaluable You!” They will be able to apply the learning in their workplace while correlating the information with growing habits of children.
Speakers
JS
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Angie Scott

Dr. Angie Scott

President, SCECA
Dr. Angelia (Angie) Scott has been an educator for over 35 years. Presently she works in Berkeley County as an Assistant Principal and Head Start Site Supervisor at her school. She has worked not only as a classroom teacher but also a Title I Facilitator for BCSD Office of Federal... Read More →
Saturday February 8, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 206-208 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Professional Development

8:20am EST

Early Literacy 101
Saturday February 8, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 101
Early literacy skills are pivotal in the development of young children, and public libraries are here to help you provide opportunities for growth. Discover how your local library can be a one-stop shop for all your early literacy needs, ranging from staff trainings to story time visits to specific library cards and collections, that are available to you for little to no charge!
Speakers
avatar for Cassie Welch

Cassie Welch

Charleston County Public Library
Saturday February 8, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 101 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Professional Development

9:40am EST

Changing Your Approach to Discipline
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Rm. 101
Attendees will take away helpful strategies on how to decrease challenging behaviors in the classroom and the key to getting to the root of the behavior.
Speakers
SK
CY
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Rm. 101 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Child Guidance

9:40am EST

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL: FLIP-IIT Transforming Challenging Behavior
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Ballroom D
FLIP IT® training offers a simple four-step approach to managing children's challenging behaviors: Feelings, Limits, Inquiries, and Prompts. Attendees will learn to help children identify emotions, set clear expectations, and build problem-solving skills. This research-backed method fosters emotional resilience and better behavior outcomes. It’s perfect for educators, parents, and professionals looking to create supportive environments.
Speakers
TL

Tonya Lambert

Appalachian Early Childhood Network
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Ballroom D 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Child Guidance

9:40am EST

A Few of My Favorite Stories
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Rm. 104-105
Participants will come away with ways to help students become life-long readers. Participants will learn practical ways to help students retell stories. Participants will learn how to make stories come alive for students. Participants will learn how to make stories more interactive. Participants will learn story patterns to help students write their own stories.
Speakers
avatar for Beverly Oglesby

Beverly Oglesby

Retired Primary Educator, None
I taught for 38 years, at the same school in Orange Park, Florida teaching grades Kindergarten through Third grade. I have been a member and involved in the EarlyChildhood field for more than twenty years. I have held office from President to Committee/ Commission Chairman at the... Read More →
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Rm. 104-105 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

9:40am EST

Creative and Collaborative Storytelling
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Ballroom A
Get creative with storytelling by learning how to use wordless picture books, music, puppets, story cards, and other activities in your classroom! Tired of doing the same read aloud books and want to mix things up and keep it fresh and fun for children (and YOU)? We’ll look at several wordless picture books and imagine different opportunities for sharing these books with young children. Learn how to use puppets with books to keep kids engaged. Discover some fun activities you can purchase or create to bring a collaborative storytelling experience to students.
Speakers
avatar for Leigh Ramey

Leigh Ramey

Youth Services Consultant, South Carolina State Library
Hi! I'm Leigh, the Youth Services Consultant for the South Carolina State Library and a part-time adjunct professor with the University of Denver's online MLIS program. My job is connecting our state's public library staff to resources to support them as they provide amazing services... Read More →
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Ballroom A 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

9:40am EST

Encouraging Language Development Through Play
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Rm 106-107
Is there a connection between play and behavior? Can behavior in the classroom be improved with fun and interactive activities? In this session, participants will make the connection between age-appropriate play and successful learning. Participants will also apply techniques to support frustrated language learners during engaging times of play. Attendees will leave this session with a plethora of fun and frugal ideas to encourage language learning through play!  
Speakers
BB
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Rm 106-107 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

9:40am EST

Dads In The Class
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Ballroom BC
This workshop provides practical, research-backed strategies for boosting father involvement in education, especially in underserved schools. The session empowers educators with actionable methods to engage fathers and improve student outcomes by creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for dads.
Speakers
avatar for Dion Chavis

Dion Chavis

Media Professional, Radio Personality, Author, Philanthropist, The Glad Dad, LLC
As a media professional Dion Chavis has become an essential voice that listeners and readers have come to recognize as their own. An accomplished radio professional, author, and trainer who uses his voice to help guide the lives of today’s youth while also promoting the importance... Read More →
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Ballroom BC 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Professional Development

12:30pm EST

STUDENT EVENT: BIG Ideas to Lead Little Learners!
Saturday February 8, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm EST
Rm 106-107
**Ticketed Event for STUDENTS**  IF you did not pre-purchase a ticket, there may be tickets available at registration. 
Student learners will engage in hands-on activities that teach early learning skills. Each activity supports the SC Early Learning Standards. Students will complete tasks in the Literacy, Math, Science and Fine Motor Stations.
Speakers
avatar for Ashley Riddle
DT

Deni Titcomb

1st Grade, MGES
avatar for Dr. Mary Williams

Dr. Mary Williams

Reading Coach, Brookdale Elementary - Orangeburg School District
Saturday February 8, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm EST
Rm 106-107 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Curriculum

1:00pm EST

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL: The Three Tales of Tattling
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Rm. 202-204
In this session, educators will gain insights and practical techniques to guide young learners from a focus on blame and tattling toward fostering a culture of helpfulness and positive problem-solving. Participants will explore how to support students in developing skills that promote constructive behavior and empathy.
Speakers
avatar for Tabbi Price

Tabbi Price

Lead 4K Teacher, South Carolina First Steps 4K: Belvedere ELC
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Rm. 202-204
  Child Guidance

1:00pm EST

Using Therapy Dogs as Support for Children
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Rm. 101
This session will cover the process of getting a dog certified as a therapy animal, the logistical and legal considerations in a school or agency setting and the benefits of therapy dogs in working with children.  I will give examples of specific ways that my therapy dog and I have worked with individual students, small groups and in classroom settings.  Resources for training and connecting with therapy animal organizations will be shared with participants.
Speakers
avatar for Edie Burritt

Edie Burritt

School Counselor, Lexington School District One
I'll present on the process of certifying a therapy dog and the considerations to keep in mind while planning programs involving therapy dogs.  I'll cover the various ways that therapy dogs can be used to enhance the learning environment in schools.
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Rm. 101 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Child Guidance

1:00pm EST

Orientación al Reglamento para Centros de Cuidado Infantil (Orientation to the Regulations for Child Care Centers)
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Rm. 206-208
Mejorar la seguridad es algo por lo que todos los centros de cuidado infantil trabajan constantemente. En esta capacitación, aprenderá sobre las regulaciones del departamento de licencias para centros de cuidado infantil y lo que significan para mantener seguros a los niños bajo su cuidado. Explorará las normas y desarrollará un manual para mantener las notas sobre las regulaciones. Esta sesión respaldará la meta del estándar de aprendizaje temprano de Carolina del Sur: HPD-8: Los niños desarrollan conciencia de las normas básicas de seguridad y comienzan a
seguirlas.

Improving safety is something every child care center business is always working towards. In this session, you will learn about key child care center licensing regulations and what they mean to keep children safe in your care. You will explore the regulations and develop a playbook to maintain child care regulations. This session will support SC Early Learning Standard Goal: HPD-8: Children develop awareness of basic safety rules and begin to follow them.
Speakers
avatar for Joy Huyck-Oswald

Joy Huyck-Oswald

DLL Quality Coach, SC CCR&R
Joy Huyck Oswald holds a BS in Christian Education from Columbia International University and 21 hours of Graduate courses in Early Childhood Education from the University of South Carolina.  She studied Spanish abroad in Costa Rica and Colombia.  In 2010, after eight years as an... Read More →
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Rm. 206-208 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Health & Safety

1:00pm EST

Orientation to the Regulations for Child Care Centers
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Ballroom A
Improving safety is something every child care center business is always working towards. In this session, you will learn about key child care center licensing regulations and what they mean to keep children safe in your care. You will explore the regulations and develop a playbook to maintain child care regulations. This session will support SC Early Learning Standard Goal: HPD-8: Children develop awareness of basic safety rules and begin to follow them.
Speakers
BH
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Ballroom A 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Health & Safety
 
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