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Welcome the Children Project Based on U.S. Census data, the number of Latinos living in Arkansas is projected to double in the next 20 years. Child care providers have been greatly affected by this influx of families and children to the state, but providers have received little training to assist them in adapting their services for the children and their families who speak Spanish. To better serve Latino children, additional training must be provided on cultural differences, assessing children for possible developmental delays, and second language acquisition. UAMS Partners for Inclusive Communities is addressing these needs through the Welcome the Children project, funded by the Arkansas Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education. NEW!! Register for our one day 2008 Professional Development Institute NEW!! Exploring the American Mosaic: Race and Cultural Identity Friday, December 5, 2008; 8:00 am - 4:30 pm C.A. Vines 4-H Center, Ferndale, AR Download Information and Registration Form
NEW!! A Welcome the Children Training for Preschool Educators NEW!! Topic: Making the Cultural Connection: Using Real Objects in the Classroom Join us for a 3-hour training on Thursday, November 20, 2008 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Partners for Inclusive Communities Office in North Little Rock, Arkansas. This training supports the concept that culture and family are at the core of every child’s social and emotional development. By creating an inclusive environment that reflects each child and family, we can avoid stereotypes and promote positive development. This interactive session explores ways to make the connection and incorporate ideas into everyday curriculum. Presented by Sabrina Zarco with Tanya Miller.
Please download the registration form and send it to Tanya Miller (contact information is below) by November 14, 2008. (NOTE: Seating is limited so get your form in early!) Training is provided free of charge to early childhood educators. You may return the completed registration form as an attachment to millertanyas@uams.edu or Fax completed form to 501.526.5938 - ATTN: Tanya Miller. Driving directions will be sent to all who receive email confirmation of their registration.
Click here for al list of early childhood training sessions available from Welcome the Children. COMMUNITY TRAINING TEAMS SECTIONS UPDATE: Current Welcome the Children Community Trainers: All content in the Training Team and Training Materials section is now password protected. But, it is a simple matter to apply for a logon. Click here to Register and enter your information. Once your membership is approved, you will receive an email stating that your account is now active. Please contact us with any questions. Click here to log in and access the Training Teams sections. To become a Welcome the Children Community Trainer, you must:
For more information, download a copy of the Welcome the Children Community Trainer Guidelines. This opportunity is provided at no cost to any Arkansas trainer involved with early childhood programs. Interested trainers from other states and other professions should contact us to discuss any costs involved.
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