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Thursday, February 6
 

9:00am EST

PRECON: Ain’t Gonna Paint No More! For Real!
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Rm 106-107
Join me as we explore what true art is really about. Participants will engage in creative thinking and process skills to think differently and creatively about how art is used in the classroom. We will also explore tangible ideas on how to foster art in the early childhood classroom
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avatar for Dr. Crystal Campbell

Dr. Crystal Campbell

Executive Director - Dorchester County, SC First Steps
Dr. Crystal Campbell is a retired educator from the State of South Carolina School System. She has held numerous teaching and supervisory positions within school districts all over the State, to include being a Teacher Specialist with the State Department of Education, Early Childhood... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Rm 106-107 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
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5:00pm EST

Early Childhood Resources with Discus
Thursday February 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Rm 106-107
Learn how to access free early childhood resources available through Discus! Access thousands of e-books, games, educator resources and more. We will walk through how educators can improve instruction and increase student engagement with our online tools. Discus - South Carolina's Virtual Library is provided as a service of the South Carolina State library for all South Carolinians.
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SP
Thursday February 6, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Rm 106-107 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Professional Development
 
Friday, February 7
 

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.
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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
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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
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4:00pm EST

District 4 Discussions
Friday February 7, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Rm 106-107
Attendees will participate in a group discussion on the information they received in the day’s previous sessions and learn how to implement these ideas into their own centers and/or classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas Compton

Thomas Compton

Regional Director, Miss Tammy’s Little Learning Center
Friday February 7, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Rm 106-107 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
  Professional Development
 
Saturday, February 8
 

8:20am EST

Full STEAM Ahead Into the Bible
Saturday February 8, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm 106-107
Having difficulty finding ways to teach Biblical concepts in the STEAM areas of the curriculum?  This session will not only provide you with ideas for hands-on, active learning in the area of STEAM (Science, technology, engineering, art and math).  We will help you make the connections in a developmentally appropriate way while also giving guidance to what early learning standards these activities connect to.  You will be introduced to curriculum supports, resources and "where to find" inexpensive materials.
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NB
HF

Heidi Friedel

Consultant, Consultant
Saturday February 8, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm 106-107 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
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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!  
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BB
Saturday February 8, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EST
Rm 106-107 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
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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
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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
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