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Institutes for early care providerswho serve infants and toddlers!April 5WilliamsburgApril 26 McLeanMay 3 RoanokeMay 17RichmondThese valuable professional developmentinstitutes will increase knowledge and skills tohelp infant and toddler caregivers/teachers anddirectors provide positive, inclusive environmentswhere all babies and tots have opportunities tolearn, grow, and reach their full potentialFor more information or to register on-lineplease visit www.va-itsnetwork.org
Institute ObjectivesIncrease knowledge and understanding of howto support and advocate for infants and toddlerswith disabilities in early care programsLearn more about early intervention, inclusion,resources, and successful adaptations to classroomenvironmentsChallenge thinking about research findings andthe impact of early child care experiences on braindevelopmentGain information on developmental screening andstrategies for using the ASQ-3 screening tool inchild care centers and family child care homesPromote networking, collaboration, and resourcesharing among institute participants1
Institute Dates and LocationsApril 5, 2014William & Mary School of Education301 Monticello RoadWilliamsburg, VA 23185April 26, 2014Crowne Plaza Tysons Corner1960 Chain Bridge RoadMcLean, VA 22102May 3, 2014Roanoke Higher Education Center108 N. Jefferson StreetRoanoke, VA 24016May 17, 2014University of RichmondJepson Alumni Center101 College RoadRichmond, VA 23229Institute Agenda8:30 am - 9:00 am9:00 am - 9:15 am9:15 am - 10:00 am10:00 am - 10:45 am10:45 am - 11:00 am11:00 am - 11:45 am11:45 am - 1:00 pm1:00 pm - 1:15 pm1:15 pm - 4:30 pmRegistrationWelcomeOpening SessionKeynote SessionBreakPanelLunch SessionBreakWorkshops I and IIThe VA ITS Network is a program of Child Development Resources, and is supported bythe Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) Grant #93.575, with funds madeavailable to Virginia from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.2
Institute SessionsOPENING SESSIONDavid HamrickDavid Hamrick is a meteorologist with the NationalWeather Service in the Washington, D.C. area wherehe works making short-term weather forecasts for thecontinental United States. A young man with highfunctioning autism, Mr. Hamrick is a frequent presenter atconferences throughout Virginia and the nation wherehe speaks on autism and how autism has personallyinfluenced his life. In his presentation, Weathering Autismthrough Childhood and Beyond, Mr. Hamrick will sharehis personal experiences from the perspective of anindividual with autism beginning with his initial diagnosisand continuing through early adulthood. Participants willgain new insights on the importance of early intervention,speech and occupational therapy, sensory integration, andother services and supports that make a positive differencefor individuals with developmental disabilities and specialneeds.KEYNOTE SESSIONPamala Booker3Pamala Booker, with the Partnership for People withDisabilities located at Virginia Commonwealth University,currently works as an infant and toddler specialist for theVirginia Infant & Toddler Specialist Network in the Centralregion of the state. Ms. Booker has enjoyed more than 23years of providing direct services to young children andtheir families as well as providing training and technicalassistance to early childhood professionals working inearly intervention programs, Head Start, and preschoolprograms across the country. She has worked as a SeniorProgram Associate with the Early Head Start NationalResource Center at ZERO TO THREE in Washington,D.C. and has extensive experience working with infantsand toddlers in natural and inclusive environments. Herkeynote session, With Arms Wide Open, SupportingInfants and Toddlers with Special Needs in Group CareSettings, will focus on caregivers’ essential role to provideinclusive environments for infants and toddlers in childcare settings. Her dynamic presentation will also illustratethe wonderful opportunities caregivers have to positivelyshape children’s attitudes and behavior toward individualswith disabilities.
Institute SessionsPANELThis interactive panel presentation will include a parent ofa child with special needs, a child care provider, an infantand toddler specialist, and a Part C provider who will shareperspectives on their individual roles and collaborative worktogether to help young children reach their full potential.WORKSHOP SESSIONSWorkshop session presenters include highly qualifiedinfant and toddler specialists who provide professionaldevelopment to early care providers as part of the VA Infant& Toddler Specialist Network.Inclusion FusionEveryone can benefit from the joys of working withinfants and toddlers with special needs! From the typicallydeveloping child, to the caregiver, the family, and thecommunity, Inclusion Fusion highlights numerous ways toreach the full potential of all children. This interactiveworkshop offers activities to learn more about inclusion,successful adaptations to child care environments, andeasy ways to better understand the laws that guide oureducation and care of infants and toddlers with disabilities.Ideas and strategies for handling confidential informationand what to do when concerns arise will be discussed.Resources and important information on supportingindividual needs for group success will be shared.Giving Children Their Best ChanceInfants and toddlers bring a blend of genetics, temperament,fast-paced developmental growth and unique needs tochild care settings. Early care providers can be challengedto understand these needs while also recognizing thatinfants and toddlers must be active participants in their owndevelopment. Activities and discussion will be used to helpcaregivers explore the important role they play to ensure thatinfants and toddlers are receiving their best chance in thecare of adults who understand their uniqueness and plan foreach individual child’s needs.4
Overview of theVA Infant & Toddler Specialist NetworkThe VA Infant & Toddler Specialist Network strivesto achieve excellence in early care by increasingthe educational level and skills of those who carefor infants and toddlers, whether in family homesor in centers.Fifteen highly qualified infant and toddlerspecialists work in eight regional offices acrossthe state. The specialists provide three levels ofservice designed to strengthen the capacity ofearly care and education programs to deliver highquality services:Level 1: On-site consultation servicesincluding mentoring and support using qualityimprovement plansLevel 2: Training and technical assistance (T/TA)to groups of caregivers/teachers and directorsLevel 3: Resources and linkages to existingprofessional development opportunitiesPrograms receiving services from the VA ITSNhave achieved measurable outcomes that indicateimproved quality of care for infants and toddlers.From July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013, VA ITSN infantand toddler specialists provided:n1,630 on-site events totaling 5,147 hours ofintensive technical assistance and training for2,993 participantsn759 training events, totaling over 1,479training hours to 6,960 infant and toddlercaregivers/teachers and directors460 other events including marketing,networking, follow up T/TA, and peer postassessments for 699 hours to 641 participantsIn total, services included 2,849 events totaling7,325 hours for 10,594 participants.n5
Institute RegistrationPre-registration is required.Space is limited, registration is on first-come, first-served basis.Register on-line at www.va-itsnetwork.orgor complete this form (one per person) and return with payment.Mail to VA ITSN, P. O. Box 280, Norge, VA 23127Fax to: 757-566-8710, attention: Debbie C.For questions, contact Debbie C. at debbiec@cdr.org or (757)566-2875.Registration fee: 20.00 if received by March 7. 30.00 if received after March 7.Name:Street Address:City:State:Phone: (Email:)Zip Code:Name of infant and toddler program where you work:This is a: o Family child care home o Child care centero OtherYour role with infants and toddlers:o Director/Ownero Teacher/Caregivero OtherInstitute you would like to attend (select one):o April 5 in Williamsburgo April 26 in McLeano May 3 in Roanokeo May 17 in RichmondLunch is included. Please indicate preference:o Standard box luncho Vegetarian luncho Special dietary requirements:The registration fee is non-refundable. See registration fee above.o Enclosed is a check, made payable to CDR.o Please charge to the credit card number below:Card Number: Exp. Date:Name on Card:Security Code:Billing Address:Billing Phone:()
Child Development ResourcesP. O. Box 280, Norge, VA 23127Child Development Resources
108 N. Jefferson Street Roanoke, VA 24016 May 17, 2014 University of Richmond Jepson Alumni Center 101 College Road Richmond, VA 23229 2 The VA ITS Network is a program of Child Development Resources, and is supported by the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) Grant #93.575, with funds made
