Learning Connections Institute: Inclusion, Challenging Behaviors and Solutions 03.22.14

9:00am -12:00pm

Module 07: Understanding Early Intervention and Special Education

Description: Wondering how to decipher the “alphabet soup” of special education for children from birth to the early elementary years? This session will introduce you to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act or IDEA, Part C, and the IFSP (Individual Family Support Plan), as well as Part B and the IEP (Individual Education Plan). You will learn how to work with other professionals – such as speech, language, physical and occupational therapists –to support children in child care and early learning programs.

12:00pm - 12:30pm  Lunch Provided

12:30pm - 2:30pm

Use Your Brain to Help Them Calm Down

Description: Young children are still learning how to regulate their emotions, and how to communicate their needs, wants and feelings appropriately. This session explores how brain development affects children's behavior, and how teachers can use that knowledge to help children learn important social and emotional skills.

Location: United 4 Children 

              12 N Newstead Ave.

              St. Louis, MO  63108

For additional information contact;

Gerhardt Gern
Training & Customer Service Specialist - United 4 Children
314-531-1412 ext. 66
gerng@united4children.org