2018 Other Training Opportunities

EOT&TA is pleased to provide information about the following training opportunities offered by Early On® system partners and other entities. If you would like your training listed here, please e-mail eotweb@edzone.net.

January 2018

Crossfires between Home, School, and Culture: Strategies to Make It Work
January 26, 2018
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CHALLENGING BEHAVIOR CONFERENCE FOLLOW-UP WEBINARS Click here for more information and to register.

February 2018

Primary Service Provider (PSP) Model Professional Learning Community
February 12, 2018
CCRESA OIP / EOT&TA, DeWitt

An in-depth study of the Primary Service Provider (PSP) model including administrative considerations as well as staff development required to implement the model. Processes, products and training activities to implement the PSP model will be developed. These components will ultimately be utilized to support other communities in the state that want to move to this service delivery model.

The Lens We Use When Observing Children
February 23, 2018
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CHALLENGING BEHAVIOR CONFERENCE FOLLOW-UP WEBINARS Click here for more information and to register.

March 2018

Primary Service Provider (PSP) Model Professional Learning Community
March 12, 2018
CCRESA OIP / EOT&TA, DeWitt

An in-depth study of the Primary Service Provider (PSP) model including administrative considerations as well as staff development required to implement the model. Processes, products and training activities to implement the PSP model will be developed. These components will ultimately be utilized to support other communities in the state that want to move to this service delivery model.

LEAP Conference
March 17, 2018
Kent ISD - Educational Service Centers, Grand Rapids

LEAP ConferenceLEAD/EMPOWER/ASSIST PARENTS A Workshop for Parents & Providers of Children with Special Needs. Some breakout topics include: Building Communication Through Play Calming, Energizing & Body Awareness Investing in your Child’s Future Sibling Support Workshop Decreasing Challenging Behaviors Legal Planning for your Child Keynote:Janice Fialka is an author & national speaker. She reflects with humor and compassion on the challenges facing parents and p... More

Five Critical Practices to Promote Social and Emotional Wellness
March 23, 2018
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CHALLENGING BEHAVIOR CONFERENCE FOLLOW-UP WEBINARS Click here for more information and to register.

April 2018

Primary Service Provider (PSP) Model Professional Learning Community
April 23, 2018
CCRESA OIP / EOT&TA, DeWitt

An in-depth study of the Primary Service Provider (PSP) model including administrative considerations as well as staff development required to implement the model. Processes, products and training activities to implement the PSP model will be developed. These components will ultimately be utilized to support other communities in the state that want to move to this service delivery model.

Michigan DEC’s 2018 Conference
April 27, 2018
Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant

Our focus this year is on Understanding Behaviors: Strength-Based Approaches.Our keynote presenter will be Dr. LaShorage Shaffer. Dr. Shaffer is an Assistant Professor in Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education at the University of Michigan. She teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses in early childhood and early childhood special education in the Department of Education. She serves as a Special Education consultant to the Early Childhood Education Center on campus and on vario... More

May 2018

PLAY Project Intensive Workshop & Advanced Conference
May 14-16, 2018
Weber's Inn, Ann Arbor

Special rate for Early Intervention providers50% off using a promotion code:PLAYei2018 Intensive workshop Learn The PLAY Project approach through video case studies and group activities Develop skills and learn PLAY techniques for engaging children with autism For parents, teachers, students, SLP, OT, MSW, MEd, PhD, MD CEUs available! Advanced Conference How Ben Gretchko (who has autism) made it to college! Dr. Solomon‛s approach to ASD behavior problems Teaching PLAY: The benef... More

Primary Service Provider (PSP) Model Professional Learning Community: CANCELLED
May 14, 2018
CCRESA OIP / EOT&TA, DeWitt

An in-depth study of the Primary Service Provider (PSP) model including administrative considerations as well as staff development required to implement the model. Processes, products and training activities to implement the PSP model will be developed. These components will ultimately be utilized to support other communities in the state that want to move to this service delivery model.

2018 HighScope International Conference
May 16-18, 2018
Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance , Detroit

Be inspired to engage young learners in the most effective way. The HighScope International Conference is your opportunity to immerse yourself in a hands-on, interactive professional learning experience that will elevate your talents as an educator. You will return to the classroom with in-depth knowledge, new ideas, and the confidence to help children succeed. Bridging the Gap from Opportunity to Excellence Keynote speakers, Pedro Noguera and Geoffrey Canada, will dive into discussions surro... More

June 2018

"Should I Be Brushing His Teeth?" Oral Health for Children with Special Needs
June 06, 2018
Clinton County RESA, St. Johns

Funded by a generous grant from the Delta Dental Foundation, early interventionists, home visitors and early educators throughout Michigan can receive free oral health training and oral health resources!  Children with special needs have the highest rate of dental decay, which can affect their ability to succeed in therapies, communicate, and can lead to systemic infection.  However, many parents have never been taught how to care for their child's teeth and mouth and how to overcome t... More

NAEYC Professional Learning Institute
June 10-13, 2018
Non-Michigan

Act Now! Registration fees increase after May 11.   Don't miss:The Opening Keynote address–Creating inclusive and affirming environments for emergent bilingual children presented by Dr. Sonia Nieto!  Over 200 amazing sessions–Use the Itinerary Planner is a guide for selecting sessions that will help keep you on track and maximize your experience at this year's Institute.  Austin–The “Live Music Capital of the World” has something for everyone! Take ad... More

Primary Service Provider (PSP) Model Professional Learning Community
June 11, 2018
CCRESA OIP / EOT&TA, DeWitt

A closed professional learning community that focuses on in-depth study of the Primary Service Provider (PSP) model including administrative considerations as well as staff development required to implement the model. Processes, products and training activities to implement the PSP model will be developed. These components will ultimately be utilized to support other communities in the state that want to move to this service delivery model.

"Should I Be Brushing His Teeth?" Oral Health for Children with Special Needs
June 27, 2018
Kent Transition Center, Grand Rapids

Funded by a generous grant from the Delta Dental Foundation, early interventionists, home visitors and early educators throughout Michigan can receive free oral health training and oral health resources!  Children with special needs have the highest rate of dental decay, which can affect their ability to succeed in therapies, communicate, and can lead to systemic infection.  However, many parents have never been taught how to care for their child's teeth and mouth and how to overcome t... More

July 2018

"Should I Be Brushing His Teeth?" Oral Health for Children with Special Needs: CANCELLED
July 18, 2018
Marquette-Alger RESA, Marquette

Funded by a generous grant from the Delta Dental Foundation, early interventionists, home visitors and early educators throughout Michigan can receive free oral health training and oral health resources!  Children with special needs have the highest rate of dental decay, which can affect their ability to succeed in therapies, communicate, and can lead to systemic infection.  However, many parents have never been taught how to care for their child's teeth and mouth and how to overcome t... More

Primary Service Provider (PSP) Model Professional Learning Community
July 25, 2018
Ionia ISD, Ionia

An in-depth study of the Primary Service Provider (PSP) model including administrative considerations as well as staff development required to implement the model. Processes, products and training activities to implement the PSP model will be developed. These components will ultimately be utilized to support other communities in the state that want to move to this service delivery model.

Annual 2018 Michigan Home Visiting Conference
July 31, 2018 - August 02, 2018
Lansing Center, Lansing

Registration is open for the 6th annual 2018 Michigan Home Visiting Conference. This year’s conference will be held on August 1 – 2, 2018 at the Lansing Center in Lansing, Michigan. The Michigan Home Visiting Initiative (MHVI) 2018 Conference Goal is to enhance the capability and knowledge of home visiting professionals by translating current research and family support theory into direct practice strategies that have immediate use and value to the professional. Additionally, the co... More

September 2018

Michigan Professional Learning Institute
September 20-21, 2018
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The Michigan Professional Learning Institute (MI PLI) is an institute designed for established professionals and emergent leaders in the early childhood community. For more information visit the MiAEYC website. PLI Preliminary Program Registration deadline is September 8, 2018. Register here.

October 2018

2018 Conference: Explorations in Development
October 22-23, 2018
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This two-day training will examine the role of culture, power, and privilege in seeking and utilizing early intervention and early childhood mental health services. Building on the lived experience of an African American parent-professional raising a child with early sensory and mental health challenges, the family's experience will be examined while reflecting on the challenges families of color face in a mono-cultural service delivery system. To register for this two-day training please ... More

November 2018

Infant Toddler Conference
November 02, 2018
Doubletree Hotel Dearborn, Detroit

The Infant Toddler Conference is designed to provide professional development for people working with or on behalf of infants and toddlers, and their families, in a variety of settings including home care providers, teaching teams, administrators, coaches, mentors, and trainers. Click here for the Infant Toddler Conference Preliminary Program Click here to register Conference Registration Deadline - October 24, 2018 Hotel Registration Deadline - October 15, 2018

Up and Away: Building Child Language, Social Interaction, and preliteracy Skills in Early Childhood Settings
November 29, 2018
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This webinar will focus on strategies to help children use more complex sentences and vocabulary with their caregivers and peers. Children learn through daily routines and play, but as they grow and explore early education settings, their social worlds expand. Opportunities abound for children to learn as they take turns peeking at the classroom guinea pig, pretend to be police officers on a chase, and read books with a favorite caregiver. We will cover strategies to support growth in langu... More