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Thursday, February 6
 

9:00am EST

PRECON: Supporting Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Rm. 101
Autism is a spectrum of developmental differences that impact children in many ways. In this session participants will learn about autism. 
Speakers
KC

Kate Chappel, PhD

College of Nursing, USC
AS

Amy Shapley-Farrell

Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator, BabyCoach and CRAwl Programs
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Rm. 101 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

2:00pm EST

PRECON: Epilepsy and Seizure Complications
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Rm. 203
Join us to increase your confidence and competence in working with children who have epilepsy or a seizure disorder. In this two-hour session, participants will participate in a learning module to build knowledge about epilepsy and seizure disorders, followed by a skills session led by a Nurse Practitioner. This training was specifically designed to meet the needs of early childhood professionals in childcare settings to recognize and respond to seizures.
Speakers
KC

Kate Chappel, PhD

College of Nursing, USC
AS

Amy Shapley-Farrell

Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator, BabyCoach and CRAwl Programs
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Rm. 203 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

2:00pm EST

PRECON: Inclusive Practices for General Education Classrooms
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Ballroom A
Do you have little learners who exhibit challenging behaviors? Using hands-on, interactive techniques, we will explore tools to use in the classroom with children who need additional support. We will investigate tips, techniques, and materials to reach ALL children compassionately.
Speakers
avatar for Amanda Bailey

Amanda Bailey

4K Coach, SC First Steps
avatar for Cindy Galloway

Cindy Galloway

4K Coach, SC First Steps
After years in public school kindergarten and higher education, I am currently a 4K Coach in SC. I am a long-time member and presenter for SECA and SCECA.
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Ballroom A 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs
 
Friday, February 7
 

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

7:00am EST

Navigating Special Education with Latino Families
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 206-208
Navigating special education services can be particularly challenging for Latino families due to language barriers, cultural differences, and a lack of familiarity with the resources available. This session is designed to equip early education professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively support Latino families as they access service for their child, including Baby Net and Child Find. By focusing on culturally responsive practices and practical strategies, participants will learn how to bridge gaps and develop collaborative relationships with families to ensure young children receive the support they need.
Speakers
AK

Anna Knight

Director of Latino Services
Friday February 7, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rm. 206-208 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

8:20am EST

Disability, ACEs, and Protective Factors
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 203
In this session participants will learn about the prevalence of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) in the disability population, unique needs facing children and families dealing with disabilities, and supports to help families in times of needs. Speakers will explore resources and planning tools to prepare for children with specific health needs in preschool settings, including SC-based tailored training and discuss strategies and tools that can help support staff feeling prepared and ready to respond while supporting positive preschool experiences for all children. Come learn about resources to support safe and inclusive environments for children with disabilities.
Speakers
KC

Kate Chappel, PhD

College of Nursing, USC
AS

Amy Shapley-Farrell

Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator, BabyCoach and CRAwl Programs
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 203 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

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

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

11:50am EST

Identifying and Supporting Homeless Children
Friday February 7, 2025 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
Rm. 203
Early childhood programs can lessen the impact of housing instability on child development and connect families to critical supports.  Yet only 12% of infants and toddlers experiencing homeless in South Carolina are enrolled in a program, leaving 88% of young children unserved. Federal laws like the McKinney-Vento Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act provide protections and resources to ensure families of young children experiencing homelessness can access early childhood programs.  Join us for a session that will cover practical strategies, resource navigation, and inclusive practices to equip early childhood professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively support families.
Speakers
MB
avatar for Amy Hobert

Amy Hobert

CEO, Family Connection of SC
Friday February 7, 2025 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
Rm. 203 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs
 
Saturday, February 8
 

9:40am EST

Strengthening Our Families
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Rm. 102-103
Strengthening Families presentation is designed to help families become creative in positive discipline practices, reduce tension and conflict, learn different parenting skills, strategies and improve children social skills, build relationships, and performance in school. Participants will understand emotional disability and how to help families become stronger together through a variety of tactics.
This session is intended to increase participants’ ability to develop strategies and effective communication between educators and parents for the benefit of the children.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Stephanie Ganaway-Pasley

Dr. Stephanie Ganaway-Pasley

Chief Operations Officer, Pasley & Associates
Honorable Dr. Stephanie L.W. Ganaway-Pasley, PhD; Honorable Dr. Stephanie L.W. Ganaway-Pasley is the Chief Operations Officer of Pasley & Associates.  She is currently a qualified Civil Mediator in North Carolina and South Carolina, Professor of Psychology. She has served on the... Read More →
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Rm. 102-103 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

1:00pm EST

Empowering Teachers: Supporting All Learners
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Rm. 104-105
Differentiated Instruction: Learn quick and effective ways to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners in a busy classroom.
Effective Classroom Management: Learn easy-to-implement classroom management strategies tailored for special needs settings.
Building Communication: Explore methods for supporting non-verbal students’ communication, using tools like picture exchange systems.
Sensory-Friendly Spaces: Learn how to create sensory-friendly areas in your classroom to support students with sensory processing issues.
Parent Engagement: Explore techniques for involving parents in their child’s learning process, including sharing strategies for home use.

Speakers
JP
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Rm. 104-105 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

1:00pm EST

Signing with Children Birth-3 and Beyond
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Rm. 203
This is a fun, interactive introduction to sign language workshop. It covers 25+ single ASL signs and the manual alphabet. Participants will learn and practice the signs and learn tips for teaching signs to young children. It also covers how sign language can encourage speech and language development, enhance overall communication and reduce frustration for children who are not yet able to effectively communicate using speech. Attendees will leave ready to start using and teaching early signs.
Speakers
avatar for Jill Eversmann

Jill Eversmann

Lecturer & Clinical Educator, Columbia College
Speakers
BB
Saturday February 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Rm. 203 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

2:15pm EST

Exploring Inclusion in Early Childhood
Saturday February 8, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EST
Rm. 101
According to the Policy statement on inclusion of children with disabilities in early childhood programs (DHHS/ED, 2015), inclusion in early childhood programs can set a trajectory for inclusion across the life course. Additional research suggests that high-quality inclusive early childhood programs within communities that work together to make the long-term commitment to support and make inclusive opportunities available for young children with disabilities will likely increase positive outcomes for all children and families (Cross, Traub, Hunter-Pishgahi, & Shelton, 2004; Diamond & Huang, 2005; Odom, Buysse, & Soukakou, 2011). Join us to learn more about early childhood inclusion, how you can promote inclusive practices for children birth through five, and local resources available to support you!
Speakers
avatar for Dana Bennett

Dana Bennett

Technical Assistance Coordinator, South Carolina Partnerships for Inclusion at the University of South Carolina
Melissa Griffin serves as the Technical Assistance Coordinator with SCPI. In this role, she facilitates the implementation of a tiered framework of supports for early childhood specialists and coordinates service delivery for districts working with SCPI to improve early childhood... Read More →
Saturday February 8, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EST
Rm. 101 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

2:15pm EST

Promoting Inclusion Through Itinerate Service
Saturday February 8, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EST
Rm. 104-105
The special education itinerant service delivery model is a researched-based service delivery approach that supports high-quality inclusion of young children with disabilities in early childhood programs. The itinerant model supports the premise of IDEA that states “first options considered for preschool children with disabilities are those that would be considered for children without disabilities”. This model gives related service providers and special education teachers the opportunity to work collaboratively with general education classroom teachers and families through consultation and coaching to embed interventions and instruction into everyday activities. This session will highlight topics of massed versus distributed instruction, triadic model of consultation, planning matrix, direct instruction, collaborative meetings and continuum of placement.
Speakers
avatar for Tanya Hutchinson

Tanya Hutchinson

SEIT Coach, South Carolina Partnerships for Inclusion
Saturday February 8, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EST
Rm. 104-105 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs

3:30pm EST

Resources to support Early Childhood Inclusion
Saturday February 8, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Rm. 101
Participants will learn about early childhood inclusion and why child care is a critical partner in increasing inclusive opportunities for young children with disabilities/developmental delays. Participants will learn how early care providers can be involved and support access to the general education curriculum for young children with disabilities/developmental delays. Resources will be shared to support the successful inclusion of children with
disabilities in early childhood classrooms.
Speakers
JW
Saturday February 8, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Rm. 101 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Special Needs
 
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