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Thursday, February 6
 

8:00am EST

PRECON: Administrator’s Seminar: Leading with Joy and Intention
Thursday February 6, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EST
Rm. 202-204
During this session participants will gain knowledge on key strategies for leading their teams and the organizations with joy and intention.  
After this session, participants will have lunch and then move to either the Director's Seminar or the Principal's Seminar from 11:30-1:30 for the second portion.
Speakers
avatar for Jared Totsch
Thursday February 6, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EST
Rm. 202-204
  Program Administration

11:30am EST

PRECON: Director’s Seminar: Embracing Your Journey-Beginning Today
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 1:30pm EST
Rm. 206-208
In this session, directors will be invited to embrace their journey. The field of ECE and our own lives are filled with change at every turn. Participants will be invited to embrace new ways of thinking about their work and lives.

Speakers
avatar for Jared Totsch
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 1:30pm EST
Rm. 206-208 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration

11:30am EST

PRECON: Principal’s Seminar: Building A Community with the Community
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 1:30pm EST
Rm. 202-204
In this session, you’ll gain insight and information on how to build relationships with community partners that will strengthen the foundation for early learning programs in your schools.
Speakers
avatar for Fedrick Cohen

Fedrick Cohen

ED for Elementary Schools, Georgetown School District
Fedrick Cohens is an Executive Director for Georgetown County School District. His primary areas of responsibility are early childhood education, elementary education, and direct supervision of elementary principals. He is also the district direct contact for Coastal Montessori Charter... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 1:30pm EST
Rm. 202-204
  Program Administration

2:00pm EST

PRECON: Let’s Huddle Up and Breakdown Teamwork!
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Rm. 102-103
Teamwork is a key component of any childcare community because it helps create a positive environment for staff, children and their families. As the leader, you have an important role in encouraging teamwork and cultivating a strong childcare team. In this interactive workshop, we will explore the key characteristics of teamwork. We will also share several strategies that are fun, challenging and have the “side effect” of building a strong, successful childcare team!
Speakers
avatar for Vaudrien Ray

Vaudrien Ray

CEO and Founder, Ruby's Academy
Hello all, I am the proud founder and director of Ruby’s Academy Child Care &Preschool located in Mount Pleasant, SC. I have one husband, three young adult children, and an annoying dog. I also am humbled to serve as SECA representative. My involvement with SCECA began as a district... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Rm. 102-103 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration

6:15pm EST

ABCQ Structural Quality Portfolio Child Well-Being
Thursday February 6, 2025 6:15pm - 7:15pm EST
Ballroom A
This session will focus on creating policies and procedures to support children's well-being, which are essential for healthy growth, learning, and development. Topics include mental, physical and nutritional health as well as partnering with families and professionals.
Speakers
EP

Erin Perry

Program Coordinator II, ABC Quality Rating and Improvement System
avatar for Melissa Heston-Covert

Melissa Heston-Covert

Program Coordinator II, AABC Quality Rating and Improvement System
Thursday February 6, 2025 6:15pm - 7:15pm EST
Ballroom A 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration
 
Friday, February 7
 

7:00am EST

Building Value Through Strategic Growth Opportunities
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 205
As a business owner, building value in both your business and real estate may not always be top of mind. Yet, strengthening your services to children and families also builds personal value. Join Nan Rikard, founder of Big Blue Marble Academy and Transaction Advisor for HINGE Advisors, and discover how to leverage the Five Pillars of Financial Health to create more resources for your early education center. In this session, you’ll explore practical strategies to grow your business and serve more families, all while boosting company value.
Speakers
NR
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 205 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration

7:00am EST

The Children Are Ready…Are We?
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 104-105
We will focus on creating inclusive environments in early childhood programs by fostering a sense of belonging for all children. Through activities like "Circles of My Multicultural Self," we will explore the impact of identity and stereotypes on children and discuss strategies and policies to promote inclusivity. You will identify effective strategies, develop supportive policies, and determine necessary professional development to enhance practices in your program. By the end, directors/administrators will be equipped to ensure every child feels valued and included in their early childhood settings.
Speakers
avatar for Tammy Compton

Tammy Compton

Program Director, SC First Steps
avatar for Teresa Phillips

Teresa Phillips

Technical Assistance Provider, SC First Steps
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 104-105 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration

8:20am EST

Gossip-Free Zone: Leading Effective Conversations
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 206-208
Don't miss this chance to lead the change toward a more positive, empowered work environment. Seize this unique opportunity to be a catalyst for change within your organization. Together, we can create a workplace where gossip loses its grip, and collaboration and productivity flourish, ultimately leading to a brighter and more successful future for all. Join us in taking the first step toward a better workplace.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Compton

Thomas Compton

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

Audrey Selby

Regional Coordinator, Miss Tammy's Little Learning Center
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 206-208 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration

1:10pm EST

Effective Staff Meetings w/DSS Credit
Friday February 7, 2025 1:10pm - 2:10pm EST
Rm. 101
This session will include information on how directors can conduct staff meetings and on boarding for employees. We will explore how training credit hours can be given for these activities when becoming a trainer.
Speakers
LS
Friday February 7, 2025 1:10pm - 2:10pm EST
Rm. 101 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration

2:40pm EST

Strategies for Effective Leadership
Friday February 7, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Rm. 104-105
Everyone wants to be an effective leader. Participants will take away a few strategies for leading. These strategies apply to all individuals, who view themselves as a leader, regardless of their title.
Speakers
ZG
Speakers
avatar for Jared Totsch
Friday February 7, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Rm. 104-105 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration

2:40pm EST

Strengthen Your Core 4, Strengthen Your Team
Friday February 7, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Rm. 101
Participants in this session will learn about the 4 main principles they should focus on to strengthen and build their leadership and ultimately, their team of early childhood professionals.
Speakers
avatar for Kristine Jenkins

Kristine Jenkins

4K Manager, SC First Steps
Friday February 7, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Rm. 101 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration
 
Saturday, February 8
 

7:00am EST

The Heart of a Childcare Leader
Saturday February 8, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 205
In this session leaders will learn what it means to have a leadership that displays the core of being a Childcare leader, which is one of service.
Speakers
avatar for Sylvia White

Sylvia White

Owner, The Petra Agency
The Petra Agency is located in North Charleston,  SC and we help individuals and organizations who desires to open a quality Child Development Center. We provide training, leadership development, and mentorship through the entire process of opening a licensed center.
Saturday February 8, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 205 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration

8:20am EST

Supporting Your Program’s Vision of Quality Care
Saturday February 8, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 102-103
Your role as Director of your child care program presents you with many responsibilities.  During this session, we will explore how to use your ABC Quality assessment, resources and supports to improve your program's quality. Discover techniques, resources and strategies to support your program's pursuit of continuous quality improvement.
Speakers
avatar for Cathy Kovacks

Cathy Kovacks

ABC Quality Program Manager, SCDSS-Division of Early Care and Education
I am a Program Manager for ABC Quality. ABC Quality is SC's quality rating and improvement system. ABC Quality provides the foundation for early care and education through a framework to assess, improve, promote and communicate the quality of early learning and development. I have... Read More →
Saturday February 8, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 102-103 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration

3:30pm EST

Finding the Leader in You
Saturday February 8, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Rm. 104-105
Do you consider yourself a leader?  Leaders are not just our directors or our administrators.  In this session we will look at ourselves to discover where we are in our leadership journey and learn about the 5 levels of leadership.  We will collaboratively discuss what makes a good leader and will set goals to become great early childhood leaders.  We will look at leadership levels from both a personal and professional perspective. 
Speakers
HF

Heidi Friedel

Consultant, Consultant
Saturday February 8, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Rm. 104-105 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Program Administration
 
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