March/April 2016

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Growing With Children 2016

CHERYL FIRSCHING
Program Director, CCR&R
MARILEE HANEY
Assistant Director, CCR&R
RENEE LINGAFELTER
Quality Outreach Specialist
TANYA BULLUCK
Quality Outreach Specialist
MAIRA CASTILLO
Quality Outreach Specialist
BETH WOLCOTT
Early Childhood Specialist
CANDACE MALONE
Data Specialist
AMITAI DELGADO
Administrative Assistant
McLaren STEWART
Professional Development
Clerk

If you havent purchased a ticket, its not too late! Dont

forget Child Start (Region Two) members receive a discount
on Growing with Children tickets. Save even more money by
registering online!
When: Saturday, March 5, 2016
Where: Central Community Church, Wichita, KS
Why: Why else would you want to miss out on national speaker
Scott Libeler (Funiscal Owner based out of Colorado) and the always
popular Beth Reeder? New this year Corinne Carr (CCPC President),
Cheryl Firsching (CCR&R Director), Glenda Wilcox, (Head Start
Director), David Norris MD/CPE, and Trinity Child Care Director Jill
Grimes.
Other than an awesome lineup of
presenters this years event will
be catered by Chick-Fil-A!
So come out and join us at this
years conference and enjoy a
day great training, a delicious
lunch, door prizes, and lots of
networking!

Register online at:

https://gwc16.eventbrite.com

Professional Development Listing

Managing Meltdowns
4/30/2016 - 9:00 am 11:00 am - Child Start (Region Two), Maira Castillo
There are few things sweeter than the sound of children playing. The pitter patter of little feet, the melodious
laughter of a happy child, but then you hear it. You hear that high pitched whine and you want to yell take cover!
The sounds of a ticking meltdown are unmistakable. If tantrums and meltdowns have you running for the hills, this
is the right class for you. In this class you will learn how to diffuse your tiny terrorists before a full meltdown occurs.
We will learn the warning signs of a meltdown, how to prevent them, and how to cope when you find yourself faced
with a full-fledged tantrum.

Playful Pursuits
3/31/2016 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start, (Region Two) Beth Wolcott
Play is an essential part of child development. Through play, children acquire many skills that contribute to their
success. Find out how you can skillfully guide and expand childrens learning through play and have fun doing it!

Literature and Puppet Fun

3/15/2016 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start (Region Two), Tanya Bulluck
Child care providers and teachers play an important role in helping young children develop their language and
literacy skills. As a caretaker, you have the opportunity to stimulate and inspire the development of strong listening,
speaking, writing, and reading with children in your care.
Come to this session to learn ways to incorporate literacy
in your classroom while using puppets. Puppets are both
entertaining and captivating. Young children can believe and
relate to them; they can enter and explore the fascinating
world that puppets can.

Yes! STEM in Early Childhood

4/21/2016 - 7:00 pm 9:00pm Child Start (Region Two),
Renee Lingafelter
Do you hear the questions why, or how in your classroom
as if they are on repeat? Do you feel like your children
always want answers? Children dont ask questions to
drive you crazy, they ask because little minds want to
grow. With STEM concepts Why and How can finally be
answered through hands on, brain growing experiences. In
this training you will learn about STEM methods, benefits
and how to set up your learning environment to foster
exploration and lifelong learning connections.

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Health & Safety Initial Professional Development Module

3/19/2016 - 9:00 am 4:00 pm - Child Start

4/16/2016 - 9:00 am 4:00 pm - Child Start
This full-day session will give you the basic training currently required by KDHE Child Care Licensing Regulation.
You will receive:
Safe Slumber: Creating a Safe Sleep and Play Environment
Basic Child Development
Child Abuse Recognition & Reporting with Abusive Head Trauma
Basic Child Development

Safe Slumber

3/17//2016 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

4/12/2016 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

3/16/2016 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

4/14/2016 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

Signs & Symptoms of Childhood Illnesses

Child Abuse, Neglect & Head Trauma

3/7/2016 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start

3/15/2016 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start
4/4/2016 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start

4/11/2016 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

3/21/2016 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

4/12/2016 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start

LifeSaver Learning Course List

Call 683-2645 for reservations and make a payment. Not eligible for Child Start
Membership 40% Discount or hours, however, Child Start Members - Save $10 on full
day LifeSaver Learning Courses!
Pediatric First Aid & Safety

3/29/2016 - 6:30 pm 9:30 pm - Child Start

Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED/Choking

4/26/2016 - 6:30 pm 9:30 pm - Child Start

Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED/Choking, Pediatric First Aid & Safety
9:00 am 4:00 pm at Child Start on the following dates:
3/5/2016, 3/19/2016, 4/2/2016, 4/16/2016, 4/30/2016

Important information about trainings!

Prices:
Unless otherwise indicated, all trainings are $10.00 an hour before Professional Membership Discount.

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Non-member prices: 1 hour event: $10

2 hour event: $20
6 hour event: $60

Child Start members save 40% off training!

Member prices:
1 hour event: $6
2 hour event: $12
6 hour event: $36

Reservations
Reservation and payment required to hold a seat for training. Always call and let us know if you are wanting
to come, whether or not you are ready to make a reservation so we can contact you if there is a schedule change!
Call 316-682-1853 to let us know you want to attend. You can pay to reserve your spot using the following
methods:
Over the phone with credit card: 316-682-1853
In Person: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
By Mail: Call then mail your payment to the address below. RSVP not guarunteed till payment is received.
Must include a seperate piece of paper with RSVP details inside.

Arrive Early!
Doors lock at advertised start time. Late attendees will not be allowed to enter due to regulations.

Cancellation Policy:
To cancel, call no later than noon the day of the class, or noon the day before for Saturday courses. You
will receive a refund of hours back into your account. Without cancellation hours will be lost. Sorry,
no refund of money will be issued.

Please Be Considerate.
Breastfed infants are the only children under the age of 16 allowed to attend trainings sessions. We request
that you do not bring food to the trainings. Please turn phones to silent before training begins and be
prepared to interact during the training session.

www.childstart.org 316-682-1853 1-800-684-3962 1002 S. Oliver, Wichita, KS 67218

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Members have access to discounts and services to help their business grow!

Benefits of joining:

Membership Specifics:

Membership year ends December 31, 2016. Up to 20 hours may be

carried over from the previous year. Individual memberships cover one
named individual. Center membership valid for one site location. Training
discounts apply to all staff working at covered site with Center Membership.
Center memberships based upon licensed capacity . Email required for
advance notification of free trainings and quarterly usage reports.

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Reduced cost for training hours - 40% off

On-site trainings starting at $150 for 2 hours*
LifeSaver Learning Discounts - $10 off 7 hour course
Free Journey on the Go presentations*
Quarterly customized report with attendance and hours*
Constructive Playthings Discount - 20% off + Free Shipping
Lakeshore Learning Discount - Free Shipping and 10% Merchandise Certificate
Advance notification of FREE Trainings (before non-members)
Membership List Access*
Larger Growing With Children discount & other special events
Membership window clings and logos to showcase to clients
MEMBERSHIP
Access to AIG Benefits:
2016
$2000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Benefit
Dicount program for eye care, hearing, prescription, and chiropractic services
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*See website for restrictions: www.childstart.org

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Individual - $30

First Name, Last Name & Title

(Covers 1 named person)

Site 50 Membership - $60

Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity of 50 or less)

Site Name (Required for Site Memberships)

Site 100 Membership - $80

Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity between 51-100)

Site 150 Membership - $100

Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity between 101-199)

Site 200 Membership - $120

Site/Location Address

Site/Location City

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Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity of 200 or more)

Money Order
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If paying by credit card, do note complete
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Phone Number
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We want you to succeed!

Here are some tools we offer to help:
Professional Development

Resources

Trainings for basic licensing requirements

held monthly
Trainings on various early childhood topics
On-site trainings starting at $150
Annual Growing With Children Conference
Online training through Child Care Aware of
Kansas
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Quality Improvement
Quality improvement projects for child care
providers:
Step It Up
Strengthening Families
Quality Steps
Complete ERS or CLASS ratings on child care
homes and centers

2016

Resource library to checkout kits, toys and

books
Coaching and support or mentoring on
numerous topics
Laminating & Cri-cut services to make and
save special projects

Specialty Experiences
Journey on the Go: a 30 minute program for
children led by Child Start specialists
Peer Learning Groups
Parent Events: activities/education at your site
Networking opportunities
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Business Services
Marketing through Referral
Discounts to vendors
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Child Start members receive discounts and/or access to the services with the membership symbol.
Visit www.childstart.org/membership for more information about the membership program.

Who Are We?

REGION TWO

We are a program of Child Start. You may know us as Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) or
you may know us as Child Care Aware Region 2 or you may just know us as Child Start.
Regardless of name, we are here to help you succeed at providing high quality child care to children in Butler,
Cowley, Harvey, Sedgwick and Sumner counties in Kansas. Our programs are supported by funding through Child
Care Aware of Kansas, United Way of the Plains and income received through membership, training, special
events, services and donations. We are Quality Assured as a Child Care Resource & Referral agency through Child
Care Aware of America and licensed through Kansas Department of Health & Environment.

www.childstart.org 316-682-1853 1-800-684-3962 1002 S. Oliver, Wichita, KS 67218

FAMILY FOCUS
Child Care Providers Please copy this page and share with your families!

Getting Parents Involved in Child Care

By Kami Cohorst, Child Care Aware of Kansas, Project Director

At the end of the day, the

most overwhelming key to a
childs success is the positive
involvement of parents.
- Jane D. Hull

Families are childrens first and most important teachers, advocates

and nurturers. Strong family engagement in child care is central to
promoting childrens healthy development and wellness, including
social-emotional and behavioral development; preparing children for
school; seamlessly transitioning them to kindergarten; and supporting academic achievement in elementary
school and beyond. When children see good relationships between teachers/staff and their families, they feel
proud, important, loved and safe!
Taking time off from work or carving time out of busy schedules to participate in child care activities is often
easier said than done; however, when parents get involved they can help children become more comfortable in
the environment and interested in learning, which can lead to success in school.
How to Get Involved
Allow time at drop off or pick up to talk or schedule a weekly/monthly meeting(s) - these are great times
to visit about how things are going and any upcoming changes.
Sign-up on the parent helper list.
Get involved in the weekly email newsletter - help distribute information or contribute articles.
Participate in parent questionnaires - oftentimes these surveys impact decisions.
Share a special talent or skill - visit with the children about something that is unique about your family,
job or a passion/hobby of yours.
Check the bulletin board frequently for updates.
Attend special events or just drop in and visit.
Take Home Tip
Involvement in child care activities
does not end at child care. Keep the
interest going at home and talk
with children about their day!

References:
Better Kid Care: Secrets of How to Get Parents Involved
Child Care Aware: Family Involvement
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services &
U.S. Department of Educationhttps://www.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/
ecd/draft_hhs_ed_family_engagement.pdf

Do you know somebody interested in becoming a child care provider?

Have them call their local Child Care Resource & Referral Agency at 855-750-3343 for more information!

Encouraging Healthier Foods

through Gardening

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Encouraging young children to

make healthier food choices can
be difficult. One way to encourage
children to eat healthy foods is to
start a garden and include them in
the planning. Gardening is perfect
for young children because it will
spark excitement and curiosity.
Children will want to taste the
fruits and vegetables! Give them
tasks to help start and maintain
the garden - such as planting,
watering and weeding. Tools that
will help children be successful in
the garden might include; childsized gloves, rakes, shovels,
water pitchers and wheelbarrows.
Consider growing some of these
plants - lettuce, radishes, cherry
tomatoes, carrots, pumpkins,
zucchini, strawberries and
watermelon.

New Trainings
Dont forget to register for the
following new trainings:
Managing Meltdowns Maira Castillo - 4/30
Playful Pursuits Beth Wolcott - 3/31
Yes! STEM in Early
Childhood Renee Lingafelter - 4/21
Literature and Puppet Fun Tanya Bulluck - 3/15
Over 20 new sessions at
Growing With Children 3/5

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