We’re excited to see that you’re planning to attend the 2025 SCECA Conference in Myrtle Beach, SC on February 6-8, 2025 at the Sheraton Hotel and Myrtle Beach Convention Center. We look forward to seeing you there!
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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.
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!
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. 102-1032101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
Learn the ins and outs of attending a SCECA Conference. What are training verification forms? What am I expected to attend? What do the codes mean? Help with planning your schedule! We will answer your questions and assist you in having a successful conference experience!
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 →
High-quality, informative, and educational materials are crucial for literacy education and fostering a genuine love for reading. By ensuring diversity and representation in literature, children can better connect with the materials presented, enhancing their overall reading and learning experience. The question remains: Can everybody truly see themselves in the books on the shelves?
Take the next step – apply for your career ladder level today! The SC Endeavors Registry is ready to process applications for all! Obtaining your Career Ladder level allows you to showcase your educational level. The Career Ladder also provides you with a pathway to achieve even more. Take the Next Step - learn how to apply for Career Ladder placement, and learn all about other incentives that are tied to having a current Career Ladder placement.
Integrate media and playful learning into your teaching with PBS KIDS. Did you know that SCETV is a Ready To Learn station? Ready To Learn is a grant given by the US Department of Education to CPB, to PBS KIDS, and then shared with a handful of stations across the U.S. to pilot new content and programs within our local communities. Come see how PBS KIDS and Ready to Learn content can support your learning environment and engage parents and the community!
Early Learning and Outreach Coordinator, South Carolina ETV
Caitlin Woodard is the Early Learning and Outreach Coordinator at South Carolina ETV. She is responsible for developing highly engaging and meaningful learning opportunities for the early learning community. Certified in both Early Childhood and Elementary Education, she creates and... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 8:20am - 9:20am EST
Rm. 102-1032101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
In this session we will describe the development and implementation of the statewide SC BOO$T Wage Enhancement Program, including a review of program participation data and preliminary outcomes. Participants will also be asked to provide feedback on the program and insights for potential future program development. Come explore with us how we can build better wages for the early childhood workforce!
Participants will learn more about the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Scholarship and how the scholarship can help pay for college coursework in Early Childhood Education.
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.
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. 102-1032101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
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.
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.
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. 102-1032101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
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.
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. 102-1032101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
This course will discuss the differences in the S.T.E.M., S.T.E.A.M., and S.T.R.E.A.M. approaches and how S.T.R.E.A.M. can be used in an outdoors environment to enhance learning for young children.
From birth, children begin their journey of learning, but it is the intentional scaffolding of their development and self-help skills that truly fosters independence. Guiding children in areas such as feeding, dressing, toileting, cleaning, establishing routines, and encouraging peer support are essential strategies for helping them gain autonomy. This training will provide you with expert tips, practical strategies, and valuable insights on how to scaffold a child's learning to promote independence and self-sufficiency, empowering them with the self-help skills necessary for their growth and development.
Learn the art of setting up a child friendly, safe, inviting space for your students and then stepping back and trusting the child. See how allowing for child-led learning can foster a peaceful environment and a truly engaging preschool experience.
