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MORNING WORKSHOPS
A. Give It Time: Creating a Classroom Environment that Encourages Extended Experimenting with Common Material (Teacher-focused)
Catherine Loomis, MA worked as a PreK teacher at the Vivian Olum Center at the University of Oregon for 13 years.
Using common materials, teachers can create an environment for experiments and learning activities that are
fun and creative. You will see children and teachers using fabric, sheets, pipes, cardboard and other common stuff in fun ways, indoors and out.
B. Come Sign with Me (Teacher-focused)
Julie Miller is a
graduate of the University of Oregon, an experienced preschool teacher, and a co-op parent of two.
This interactive workshop uses finger plays, songs, and movement to introduce beginning ASL vocabulary. Participants will
practice methods of incorporating sign into their daily classroom routine and take home useful handouts for easy reference to common ASL words.
C. Identifying and Supporting Children with Autism and Related Disorders
in the Classroom (Teacher-focused)
Jon Morris is an Education/Autism Specialist supporting students with developmental disabilities birth to age 21 and families.
An introduction to Autism & related
disorders. Tools for identifying students. Guiding parents through identification process. Adapting activities and curriculum. Behavior support in the classroom.
D. Set the Stage for Success with Siblings
Lynn Collins, Ph.D. has worked with families for the past 15 years teaching parent/child classes and offering workshops for parents.
Learn how to support and build
a positive relationship between your preschooler(s) and younger siblings. Specific strategies for coping with common sibling challenges, such as sharing, balancing different needs, and sibling conflict will be covered.
E. Introduction to Positive Parenting, Part 1 (You must register for both Part 1 & Part 2)
Steven Foster is a licensed clinical social worker and early childhood specialist at Clackamas ESD.
Introduction to
a positive discipline approach to parenting and teaching young children. Positive discipline is empathy based and emphasizes respect for both parents and children. Learn how to move away from punishment and rewards towards an
approach that stresses kindness and firmness at the same time.
F. Courageous Moms – Raising Boys to Become Good Men
Rick Johnson – this best-selling author and speaker developed this seminar for
moms who want to raise good men.
You want your boy to become a man of courage and integrity, with a strong work ethic and a healthy understanding of love and responsibility. The world needs men like that, and there is no
reason why your son cannot grow to be among the best of them.
G. Raising Our Daughters
Kathy Masarie, M.D. is a pediatrician, founder of Full Esteem Ahead, and now a Parent and Life Coach.
Our girls have
made some great strides academically and athletically, yet there are still struggles you will face. Pressure to be sexy, materialist, and "cool" will soon confront your child. Learn about what supports our daughters
to thrive.
H. Anger: Theirs and Ours!
Glenda Montgomery is a Positive Discipline trainer and Parenting Coach, Parenting Instructor since 1999, and former teacher .
Preschoolers’ meltdowns are not
pretty…nor are ours! How can we parent in order to reduce the power struggles that bring on our kids’ temper tantrums and ours? This highly interactive, fun workshop looks at the physiology of anger and offers tools
to allow us to parent proactively and not react in anger.
I. Grab the car keys? Hide in the Bathroom? Fresh Ideas for dealing with Challenging Behaviors
Liz Parker has worked as a teacher and coach for 25
years, including 11 years at SW Parent-Child Co-op.
Kids love to push our buttons! Explore how to navigate your child’s tantrums, aggression, and power struggles. Learn practical strategies to calm yourself and your
child in the midst of demanding and destructive behavior.
J. Supporting the Emotional Development of Young Children
Margaret Scott has a Master’s degree in counseling psychology with extensive experience
in parent education and consultation.
This workshop will focus on how children develop the ability to understand and regulate their emotions and how parents can support and facilitate this process. Strategies for helping
children manage intense emotions will be discussed.
K. Creating Readers and Writers
Sally Skelding is a retired early childhood instructor from Mt. Hood CC, past director of Marylhurst Early Childhood Center
and former co-op teacher.
See examples of activities for parents to use to create readers and writers. As parents engage their children in activities, they will gain the foundations for future academic work. Put away the
expensive gadgets and use what current research says are the best proven ways to create readers and writers.
L. Attention Variable Syndrome (ADD/HD): What we know and some tools to help younger AVS children
Laurie Van-Si holds a Master’s degree in special education and is a certified Personal Life Coach and Oregon ECE Master Trainer.
In this class we will explore the reasons we must have a comprehensive understanding of
AVS, why AVS is a neurological condition, the 3 cardinal symptoms of AVS, and the 2 different AVS sub-types. We will learn some tools to help younger AVS children at home and in the classroom.
AFTERNOON WORKSHOPS
P. Celebrating the Process, not the Product: Process Based Creative Activities (Teacher-focused)
Brynn Anderson, the teacher at
Patterson Preschool - a co-op in Eugene, has 13 years experience working with young children.
Several art and circle activities which focus on the process of doing, of working together and being creative, rather than the end
result, will be presented. These activities are beautiful and engaging, and encourage children to create in the way they personally do best.
Q. Finding Your Hidden Storyteller (teacher-focused)
Anne-Louise
Sterry is a storyteller/singer/speaker, performing in the US and Europe, captivating and inspiring audiences of all ages.
There IS a storyteller in each of us! Participants will practice the nuts and bolts of storytelling,
learn stories, and discuss storytelling as a learning tool. TAKE AWAY: repertoire to use immediately, a list of resources, and especially, more confidence.
R. Sensory Processing:
The Glue that Allows Learning to Stick
Jenny Alvarez, OTR/L has worked as a pediatric Occupational Therapist for 11 years, specializing in sensory processing and regulation.
Sensory processing is the behind the scenes
“skill” that allows people to learn from others and the environment. We will focus on explaining what sensory processing is, how to interpret challenging behaviors from this perspective, and some strategies to
facilitate regulation and availability for learning.
S Coping with Challenging Behaviors of Young Children
Lynn Collins, Ph.D. (See A.M.)
Tired of tantrums? Done with dawdling and defiant children? Want
less whining and more respectful children? Come learn common reasons why children misbehave followed by specific strategies to reduce challenging behaviors in your home.
T. Green Parenting: Creating a Personal Framework for Sustainability
Thomas Doherty, Ph.D. is a psychologist in Portland who specializes in counseling and coaching for people with environmental values.
We’ll go beyond the "10 easy things you can do for the planet” approach to help you create a framework for making sustainability decisions--in this case related to your family and your role as parent.
We’ll talk about balancing being “green” with all our other roles and responsibilities and how to pace ourselves with do-able goals.
U. Introduction to Positive Parenting, Part 2
(You must also be registered for Part 1)
Steven Foster, LCSW (See A.M.)
Continuation of morning workshop E. The workshop will continue to cover positive discipline options and will also feature information and methods to
avoid power struggles.
V. Get Ready, Get Set, Go to Kindergarten
Nancy Hauth is Program Manager for Kindergarten and Pre-k Supports and Childcare at Portland Public Schools. Her Masters degree focused on urban
education.
Learn about the important transition from preschool to kindergarten and how parents and teachers can prepare children for kindergarten through play-based activities. You’ll receive handouts about Portland
Public Schools’ dynamic kindergarten curriculum and can ask about the many programs offered by Portland Public Schools.
W. Why Do Children Do What They Do?
Glenda Montgomery (See A.M.)
Part of the
frustration of parenting is that sometimes a child’s behavior makes no sense to us. This interactive, fun workshop will explore the beliefs behind children’s misbehavior. With insight into a child’s world, we
learn specific strategies that address the belief BEHIND the misbehavior so that a child can move towards a positive path.
X. Advocating for Your Child’s Needs in School Settings.
Jon Morris (See A.M.)
Considering varying learning styles. Education services for children with special needs. Finding a parent's role in the education process. Practical strategies for parent involvement. Navigating the school system &
forming positive alliances with teachers.
Y. Tussles with kids? Invite peace into your home with a practical tool kit of daily routines.
Liz Parker (See A.M.)
Routines help calm children’s behavior.
Explore the difference between routines and rules. Discuss routines for morning, dressing, meals, bedtime, and room cleaning. Learn about the forgiveness routine, and a kid-friendly routine for “parents’ time.”
Z. Discipline for the Long Haul
Sally Skelding (See A.M.)
This workshop will outline 10 proven techniques that will help the parent help their child develop the skills to deal with anger, disappointment,
delayed gratification, rebellions, emotional upheavals, and sibling rivalry. Begin to acquire a vocabulary that helps the process of teaching children socialization from birth to adulthood.
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Randy Hitz will share his insights and inspire parents
and teachers through stories and his original songs.