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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.
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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
 
Friday, February 7
 

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.
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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.
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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.
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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

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.
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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.
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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!
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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

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.
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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
 
Saturday, February 8
 

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.
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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!
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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.
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Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Rm. 101 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.
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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

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

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.
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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
 
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