The Northern Star. NewMexicokids.org. Contact your FOCUS consultant for more details.

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1 The Northern Star FY 16 Issue 1 August 2015 UNM Northern TTAP 1157 County Road 110, Ranchos de Taos, NM Phone TTAP(8827) FAX (575) NorthernTTAP@unm.edu Inside this issue: Current NEWS 1-2 State Designed Trainings Licensing Requirements EC Competencies 4 Española 5 Farmington 5 Gallup 5 Grants 6 Las Vegas 6 Los Alamos 6 a message quickly. Welcome to the Fall Newsletter and Calendar Back to school time is in the air, and the Northern TTAP is happy to be part of it. There is so much to talk about and so little space, so here are the highlights: Online Classes are Now Available! New TTAP staff check out their bios on the next page! More variety in class locations and times, including Online! Exciting Consultation Supports for select 2 STAR Programs. Call for an application TTAP(8827) We are pleased to announce two great ways to access online training. For educators working in programs which participate in FOCUS, many trainings will now be available online through Moriarty 6 NewMexicokids.org. Contact your FOCUS consultant for more details. Raton 6 We will also offer online trainings through the Northern TTAP. If you are able to meet the basic technology requirements listed below and are interested in online training, please call to register. Santa Fe 7 Do you have access to a computer, speakers, Upcoming Online Trainings Taos 7 microphone, and webcam? Is your internet connection fast enough to Tuesdays Training Policies 12PM-1PM 7 reliably stream videos, such as Netflix or Hulu? 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6 Contacts 8 Are you able to participate fully in the online class session without interruptions? Beginning Peer Coaching in Your Program This 4 week lunch hour training will help Weather Reminder! you to develop a Peer Coaching System It is an El Nino year which usually means more snow in within your program. northern New Mexico. While we hate to cancel classes, Friday in order to keep people safe, sometimes we have no choice. 11/13/15 12PM-4PM When registering, be sure to give us a phone number where you can Addressing Common Infant & Toddler be reached easily (sometimes at 7:00 AM) or can receive Challenges Call to register for classes and, please let us know if you can t make a class that you have signed up for. This training offers great solutions to common issues that come up when working with infants and toddlers.

2 Anne Marie Smith joined the UNM Northern TTAP Farmington office in February. She is our Inclusion Consultant and Trainer for the Farmington- Gallup-Grants area. Prior to her work at the TTAP she had been an early childhood consultant in New England for over twenty years. She has taught infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, as well as early childhood professionals at the community college level. Her extensive history of partnerships with many community organizations, including Head Start, will make her an asset for all the programs she serves. She utilizes kindness, humor, and her insight to empower teachers in their work including all children. Josie Salas was born and raised in rural, northern New Mexico. She has three grown children and one adorable four year old granddaughter. She spent 25 years as an early childhood educator, primarily in California. She then went on to work as a NM Pre-K monitor for the past seven years. Josie is a Consultant and Trainer currently based in Taos and serving Raton, Las Vegas, Espanola, Taos, Santa Fe and Moriarty. With such a wide variety of communities, her knowledge of northern New Mexico and familiarity with its programs will be a great blessing to those educators she trains and supports. Diane Zimmerer recently returned to the southwest from New Orleans, LA where she lived for four years. Diane has a background in Training Coordination for Quality Rating and Improvement Systems in both Louisiana and Colorado. In addition to her experience as a consultant, she was previously the Director and Teacher at the Early Childhood Enrichment Center and the Lead Infant Teacher with the Southern Ute Montessori Early Head Start. She is the newest member of our team and is another Training Consultant based out of our Farmington office. She is excited to bring her vast training experience to the Northern TTAP and to hike and explore the rich environment of northwest New Mexico. Maria Quintana comes to the Northern TTAP from Hondo, NM where she lived for 15 years. She is one of our Training Consultants for the Farmington-Gallup-Grants area and is based at the UNM Northern TTAP office in Farmington. She brings to the role a wealth of knowledge from her experiences as a preschool teacher, site director and mother of three grown children. She is eager to complete her Master s Degree in Early Childhood Education from the prestigious Erikson Institute in the spring. We are delighted to welcome her to the team and know she will be a great support to the teachers in her communities. 2

3 State Designed Trainings SUPPORTING THE FULL PARTICIPATION OF EACH CHILD This course is designed to provide early childhood educators with the insights, tools, and strategies to promote engagement in play, learning, and development for each young child. The course explores the dimensions along which children and families in NM are unique and underscores the difference that authentic, responsive early childhood experiences can make. The sequence of instruction emphasizes evidence-based practices for supporting children who are culturally and linguistically diverse and strategies for overcoming biases to build trusting and collaborative partnerships with families. BUILDING MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH POWERFUL INTERACTIONS Powerful Interactions, the book written by A. Dombro, J. Jablon, & C. Stetson, provides the foundation for this 4-hour training about practical and influential ways to interact with young children. Join us as we explore a number of practical insights and strategies that can help to increase our effectiveness as educators of young children. INTENTIONAL TEACHING SERIES Orientation to Intentional Teaching: This 8-hour training gives an overview of the New Mexico Early Learning Guidelines (NM ELGS) and of the Authentic Observation, Documentation, and Curriculum Planning Process (AODCP). The Orientation series teaches the foundations of Intentional Teaching. Introduction to Intentional Teaching: This 8-hour training is offered to educators who have completed the Orientation to Intentional Teaching series, and to educators who have previous experience in the Authentic Observation, Documentation, and Curriculum Planning Process (AODCP). Introduction to Intentional Teaching builds on previous knowledge and experience with the New Mexico Early Learning Guidelines and with the Authentic Observation, Documentation, and Curriculum Planning Process cycle. Participants explore how the AODCP cycle leads to curriculum development in the intentional, early childhood setting. Intermediate Intentional Teaching: This 10-hour training is an in-depth study of the New Mexico Early Learning Guidelines Guiding Principles and of how these principles relate to family engagement, as well as to curriculum development in the early childhood setting. Reflection will be introduced, discussed, and practiced as a learning tool for the Intentional Teacher. Participants will engage in curriculum development activities and will be viewed through the participants reflective lens. Advanced Intentional Teaching: This 10-hour training explores intentional teaching as a way to promote life skills such as self-regulation and critical thinking. Participants engage in discussions and activities that help promote higher level cognitive and social-emotional skills in the early childhood setting. The knowledge and skills gained from the previous Intentional Teaching series are applied in the context of diversity, family, and the communities that form the world of educators and students. 3

4 The 18-Hour Conversations Course: This course is designed for registered family child care home providers. This training opportunity bridges a gap in our early childhood professional development system for family child care providers. The 45-Hour Entry Level Course: The 45-Hour Entry Level Course is a basic course created to introduce participants to New Mexico s seven (7) core competency areas at the awareness level. All child care providers working in licensed child care centers and family child care homes are required to complete this course, or its equivalent, with the first six months of employment. The Northern TTAP strongly recommends a 3 credit Early Childhood Course at an accredited institution in lieu of the 45 Hour Class for those interested in pursuing FOCUS or an early childhood degree. Local colleges and online courses are available. The course is free but there is a cost for your participant book. Quality Early Childhood Programs for All Course also known as The 6-Hour This course is designed as an introduction to special services and inclusion resources available to support early childhood professionals so that every child is included in early childhood programs. Ideas for building family partnerships and information about service providers will be highlighted. A review of related laws is also included in the course. All child care educators working in 3-STAR and 4- STAR licensed child care centers and family child care homes are required to complete this course, or its equivalent, with the first six months of employment. New Mexico Early Childhood Core Competency Areas: 1. Child Growth, Development & Learning 2. Health, Safety & Nutrition 3. Family & Community Collaboration 4. Developmentally Appropriate Content 5. Learning Environments & Curriculum Implementation 6. Assessment of Children & Evaluation of Programs 7. Professionalism Registered Homes Training Requirements: Please Plan Ahead Licensed Programs in HOMES Licensed Programs in CENTERS 6 hours total each year that includes: 2 hours by your Child & Adult Care Food Program, (HELP/PMS, etc.) 2 hours on infants & toddlers if serving children under age 2 12 hours total each year that includes: 6 hours in competency #1 * 3 hours in competency #2 * 2 hours on infants & toddlers within 6 months of hire if serving children under age 2 Remaining training must be within the other 5 competencies * 24 hours total each year that includes: CPR & First Aid & Infectious Disease Control 4 hours on infants & toddlers within 6 months of hire if serving children under age 2 Remaining training must cover at least three competency areas within the first year and all seven in a two year period * *See Competencies above *See Competencies above 4

5 How To Register for Trainings Register EARLY! Call us at at least 3 weeks before trainings. Registration is no longer being taken at local offices. If you can t make a training, call us at Many classes have waiting lists. So, if you can t make it be kind and courteous and give us a heads up. There are penalties for NO SHOWS! 1 st Time You will receive a warning at the time of registration. 2 nd Time You will be placed on the waiting list for the next 3 trainings you want to attend. If there is room after everyone else has signed up, then you may attend. 3 rd Time You will be suspended from registering for the next 3 upcoming trainings. Confirmation calls with the training location, date, and time will be given a week before trainings. Be sure when registering to give a number where you can be reached so that we can call you with changes!!! Espanola Books with Babies! 10/24 SAT 9AM-1PM (1,5) Use language and literacy to help support and guide children s behavior Farmington Leigh Fernandez, UNM Northern TTAP EQ: The Value of Emotional Intelligence 9/26 SAT 9AM-1PM (3,7) Looking at educators through the lens of Emotional Intelligence. What is emotional intelligence? How is it of value in our work with children, families and colleagues? Mara Brenner Good Food for Good Growth! 10/6 & 10/8 TUES & THURS 6-8pm (1,2) Good nutrition and healthy growth and development go together. Learn ways in which you can model and share healthy eating habits with young children. Maria Quintana, UNM Northern TTAP Meeting Children Where They Are 11/14 SAT 9AM-1PM (4, 5) Children are individuals, each one thinks and learns differently. Let's build leaning experiences based on their individual interests and learning styles. Taylor Etchemendy Terrific Toddlers! 12/5 SAT 9AM-1PM (1,4,5,7) Come discover the unique social emotional development of those loveable toddlers! Gallup Anne Marie Smith, UNM Northern TTAP Child Development through Play Ages 3-5 9/26 SAT 9-1PM (1,4,5) Play and creative expression enrich children s early development. Learn how to create and manage a learning environment that emphasizes play, active manipulation of concrete materials, child choice & decision making, exploration of the environment, & interaction with others. UNM Family Development Program Building Meaningful Relationships through Powerful Interactions 11/14 SAT 9-1PM (4,5,7) Anne Marie Smith, UNM Northern TTAP 5

6 Grants Quality Early Childhood Programs for All 10/24 SAT 9AM-4PM (3,4,5,7) Dianne Zimmerer, UNM Northern TTAP Creating a Literacy Rich Environment for Infants and Toddlers 12/5 SAT 9AM-1PM (1,5) Infants and toddlers need literacy, too. Learn how to offer rich activities in your infant and toddler environment. Las Vegas Dianne Zimmerer, UNM Northern TTAP Building Meaningful Relationships through Powerful Interactions 9/19 Sat 9AM 1PM (4,5,7) Leigh Fernandez, UNM Northern TTAP Stuck on You: Why Attachment Matters 11/7 SAT 9AM-1PM (1,3) This training will describe the features of early attachment, the importance of relationship-based practices, and emphasize the role of attachment in our work with children. Mara Brenner Quality Early Childhood Programs for All 1/9 SAT 9AM-4PM (3,4,5,7) Los Alamos Sandra Harrington Meeting Children Where They Are 9/12 SAT 9AM-1PM (4) Children are individuals, each one thinks and learns differently. Let's build learning experiences based on their individual interests and learning styles. Moriarty Taylor Etchemendy Quality Early Childhood Programs for All 10/10 SAT 9AM-4PM (4,5,7) Leigh Fernandez, UNM Northern TTAP Stuck on You: Why Attachment Matters 12/5 SAT 9AM-1PM (1,3) This training will describe the features of early attachment, the importance of relationship-based practices, and emphasize the role of attachment in our work with children. Raton Mara Brenner Nurturing the Young Scientist 10/10 SAT 9AM-1PM (1,4,5) Children are natural born scientists. Learn how to support and encourage their curiosity and sense of wonder as they explore, discover and learn in their environment. Josie Salas, UNM Northern TTAP Call today to register TTAP (8827) 6

7 Santa Fe Supporting Fine Motor Development 9/19 SAT 9AM-1PM (1,4,5) Learn about the milestones in fine motor development and how other areas can support or hinder their development. We'll talk about supporting children as they develop these skills. Josie Salas, UNM Northern TTAP Beyond Bubble Baths: Taking Care of Ourselves While Working in the Presence 10/17 SAT 9AM-1PM (3,7) This training will take a deeper look at the impact of working in the presence of stress and present ways to care for ourselves while continuing to be of service to others. Mara Brenner Making Math Fun 11/3 & 11/5 TUES & THURS 6-8PM (1,4,5) Children have many chances to engage in and explore math throughout the classroom every day. We will talk about basic math skills and how to provide fun activities that will support children's learning. Josie Salas, UNM Northern TTAP Best Practices for School Age Programs 12/15 & 12/17 TUES & THURS 6-8PM (1,4,5) Enhance quality and developmental appropriateness of services for the school-aged children in your early childhood program. Learn strategies that support their unique needs. Taos Leigh Fernandez, UNM Northern TTAP Quality Early Childhood Programs for All 11/14 SAT 9AM-4PM (3,4,5,7) Kathy Coombs, UNM Northern TTAP Training Policies Training registrations are taken on a first come first served basis. There is a five person limit per program for each training. Additional staff may register, but they will be placed on the waitlist and invited to attend if space allows. Registering for others will not be allowed. Space is limited and we encourage you to find other opportunities. When a class is full, we will place your name on a waiting list. If we have a cancellation we will offer that spot to the first person on the waitlist and continue down the list in order. Children cannot attend trainings, nor can they be left unattended in the training facility or parking lot. If a trainer has additional requirements they will let you know at the time of confirmation. Again, we wish you every success and appreciate your cooperation. Register Early So We Don t Cancel! We cancel events a week prior if we have fewer than 10 people registered. Please pre-register register at least a week in advance, so we don t cancel yours! We appreciate how hard you work and how difficult it is to find the time in your busy schedule to call us. We, too, are disappointed when trainings are cancelled. Please register early! 7

8 UNM Northern TTAP 1157 County Road 110, Ranchos de Taos, NM Phone TTAP(8827) FAX (575) Local Contact Information UNM Northern TTAP at San Juan College Maria Quintana TTAP Consultant (505) Anne Marie Smith TTAP & Inclusion Consultant (505) Diane Zimmerer TTAP Consultant (505) UNM Northern TTAP at Santa Fe Community College Leigh Fernandez TTAP Consultant (505) Jesica Radaelli-Nida Inclusion Consultant (505) UNM Northern TTAP at UNM Taos Brandy Corry Program Manager (575) Kathy Coombs TTAP & Inclusion Consultant (575) Josie Salas TTAP Consultant (575) Roxanne Rane Training Coordinator TTAP Need Child Care? Offering Child Care? New Mexico Kids FREE Child Care Resource & Referral Service We are the Northern Region Early Childhood Training & Technical Assistance Program (TTAP) funded by New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) serving Colfax, Cibola, Harding, Los Alamos, McKinley, Mora, Rio Arriba, San Juan, San Miguel, Santa Fe, Taos, Torrance and Union Counties. 8