Inclusion 101: Getting Started with Inclusion

11/19/2022 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT

Event Registration is closed.

Admission

Free

Location

Rolling Hills Library - upper
1904 N. Belt Highway
Saint Joseph, MO 64506

Summary

*IN PERSON TRAINING* What is Inclusion anyway? What are early childhood educators required to do in inclusive classrooms? How do we get started providing an inclusive environment? Bring your curiosity and your interest in meeting the needs of all children to this session where we will work together to answer these questions-- and more!

Description

Presenting by: Tammy Wilkes

Location: Rolling Hills Library -upper
1904 N. Belt Highway St. Joseph, MO 64506

Objectives:
Identify what inclusion is. Know how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to childcare programs. Know what Person First Language is and how the words we use impact children. Identify benefits of inclusion for children with and without special needs. Explore common barriers and challenges to successful inclusion. Share strategies for teachers to get information and resources on providing an inclusive classroom.
Core Competencies:
1.1.1.b - Recognizes that children and youth have individual needs, characteristics, abilities, and develop at their own rate.
1.1.2.b - Promotes growth and development using appropriate services and resources, including technology.

CDAs: