Community Connection for Childcare

Optimal Learning Environments for Young English Language Learners (The California Preschool Instructional Network and the Kern County Child Care Council)
A workshop presented by Julie Espinoza, Family Literacy Coordinator for Mothers Club Community Center in Pasadena. Young English language learners use TWO languages to learn and grow instead of just one. Discover how easy it is to create an optimal learning environment that promotes successful language acquisition and at the same time facilitates children’s development in all developmental domains by careful curriculum planning and adapting the classroom environment to best fit the needs and interests of the English language learners.
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: Kern County Superintendent of Schools Building 1300 17th Street in Bakersfield
Cost: Free
Contact: Seating is limited so please RSVP today at 661.636.4444
Workshop materials, certificates of professional growth and light refreshments will be provided.

21st Annual Early Childhood Professional Recognition Luncheon
Presented by the Kern Association for the Education of Young Children and co-sponsored by Community Connection for Child Care to benefit the Child Development Policy Institute Classroom curriculum. Gift items will be available for purchase.
Audience: Early childhood educators
Location: Hodel's Restaurant, 5917 Knudsen Drive in Bakersfield
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $20 per ticket and tickets must be purchased by March 17, 2006
Contact: Tammy Burns at 661.636.4444 or e-mail at taburns@kern.org

Language Development to Support School Success
A rich language background is key to a child’s success in school. This workshop will teach listening and talking strategies that enhance language development. Learn how to build on a child’s current language skills with music, poems, fingerplays and games. Vocabulary development, receptive and expressive language and phonemic awareness will be discussed. Presented by Marilyn Hurst, SEPLA Program Specialist, Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office
Time: 6:30 pm-8:30 pm.
Location: Community Connection for Child Care, 2000 24th St. Bakersfield, Board Room
Audience: Child care providers, center-based staff, parents and the community
Cost: Free
Contact: Registration is recommended for each session in order to have an adequate supply of materials. To register, call Pat Barron 661.861.5308 or pabarron@kern.org.
Certificates of participation will be provided.

Make & Take Get Together for Family, Friend and Neighbor Caregivers
Learn how to use the CCCC Resource Library to make learning games and books to take home. Also get low/no cost activities to do with children. English and Spanish
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: CCCC, 2000 24th Street in Bakersfield
Audience: A special workshop for non-licensed family, friend and neighbor caregivers
Cost: Free
Contact: Reservations are required. Please call Lisa Albert at 661.861.5251 or e-mail at lialbert@kern.org.
Children are welcomed. Please let Lisa know how many to expect. Receive free craft supplies and a coupon for free laminating

Bringing Out the Best in Your Kids
Simple interventions for improving behavior and social skills through environmental arrangement. Presented by Karlyn Farber, SEPLA Program Specialist, Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office
Time: 6:30 pm-8:30 pm.
Location: Community Connection for Child Care, 2000 24th St. Bakersfield, Board Room
Audience: Child care providers, center-based staff, parents and the community
Cost: Free
Contact: Registration is recommended for each session in order to have an adequate supply of materials. To register, call Pat Barron 661.861.5308 or pabarron@kern.org.
Certificates of participation will be provided.

Challenging Behaviors: Tools for the Classroom
Sponsored by California Association for the Education of Young Children Professional Development Academy and Kern Association for the Education of Young Children
A hands-on, interactive workshop offering specific strategies for dealing with challenging behaviors. Learn:

• Methods to reduce challenging behaviors
• Strategies to promote replacement skills
• How adult responses can influence behavior in children and reduce conflict
• Practical skills for minimizing challenging behavior and promoting healthy development
• Teaching strategies for dealing with intense and persistent behavior

Location: University Square Building, 2000 K Street in Bakersfield
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (lunch is not provided)
Cost: $95 for members and non-members
Contact: Tammy Burns at 636.4444
Pre-registration is required. All registrations must be received by April 26, 2006. Certificates of Professional Growth will be provided.

Make & Take Get Together for Family, Friend and Neighbor Caregivers
Learn how to use the CCCC Resource Library to make learning games and books to take home. Also get low/no cost activities to do with children. English and Spanish
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: CCCC, 2000 24th Street in Bakersfield
Audience: A special workshop for non-licensed family, friend and neighbor caregivers
Cost: Free
Contact: Reservations are required. Please call Lisa Albert at 661.861.5251 or e-mail at lialbert@kern.org.
Children are welcomed. Please let Lisa know how many to expect. Receive free craft supplies and a coupon for free laminating

Make & Take Get Together for Family, Friend and Neighbor Caregivers
Learn how to use the CCCC Resource Library to make learning games and books to take home. Also get low/no cost activities to do with children. English and Spanish
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: CCCC, 2000 24th Street in Bakersfield
Audience: A special workshop for non-licensed family, friend and neighbor caregivers
Cost: Free
Contact: Reservations are required. Please call Lisa Albert at 661.861.5251 or e-mail at lialbert@kern.org.
Children are welcomed. Please let Lisa know how many to expect. Receive free craft supplies and a coupon for free laminating