Staff DirectoryCHERYL DUNNProgram Director, CCR&R

MARILEE HANEYSenior Manager, Special Projects

SHIRLEY LEWISEarly Childhood Wellness Specialist

RENEE BARRETTQuality Outreach Specialist

TANYA BULLUCKQuality Outreach Specialist

PAULA FERNANDEZQuality Outreach Specialist

KIMBERLY GARCIAEarly Childhood Specalist

CANDACE MALONEData Clerk

KERI BROOKSData Clerk

CHARLOTTE DANIELSData Specialist

AMITAI DELGADOProgram Management Assistant

SONTIA LEVYProfessional Development Specialist

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Professional Development Listing

Using Sensory Activities in the Classroom 3/24/2015 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Child Start

4/9/2015 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Sumner County- TBA

4/23/2015 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Child Start

Stimulate your senses! Touch, sight, smell, hearing and taste are all exciting ways for children to learn and develop. Dont let

the idea of bringing sensory activities into your learning environments scare you! Explore different sensory activities and how

to implement them into your class. Each participant will get a packet of ideas and recipes to take back to their center for easier

implementation.

Exploring Math in Preschool

4/30/2015- 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Child Start

Teachers will learn about various math concepts and how to help children develop and acquire these concepts into the

classroom. They will also learn how to apply NCTM Standards and math processing skills to their everyday teaching.

Building Social Emotional Foundations (CSEFEL)

3/14/2015 - 9:00 am 4:00 pm - Child Start

Building Social Emotional Foundations is a six hour training to provide the breadth of the CSEFEL Pyramid model of social-

emotional development in infant-toddler and preschool children. Focus of this training will target building positive relationships,

responsive environments and routines, enhancing emotional literacy, and building friendship and play skills in young children.

Social Connections, Meeting Concrete Needs in Strengthening Families

3/21/2015 9:00 am 11:00 pm - Child Start

This course will provide an introduction to the Strengthening Families approach which centers on shifting the focus from risks

and deficits to strengths and resiliency thereby building the Protective Factors. Social connections and support systems for

families are very important in building the Protective Factors. One must first understand ways to help families establish social

connections and access concrete support in times of need. Building awareness on how social connections and concrete

support promotes optimal child development and build family strengths.

Professional Development Listing ContinuedHealth and Safety Initial Professional Development Module

3/14/2015 - 9:00 am 4:00 pm - Child Start

4/11/2015 - 9:00 am 4:00 pm - Child StartThis full-day session will give you the basic training currently required by KDHE Child Care Licensing Regulation. You will recieve: Safe Slumber: Creating a Safe Sleep and Play Environment Basic Child Development Child Abuse Recognition & Reporting with Abusive Head Trauma

Basic Child Development3/24/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start4/21/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

Signs & Symptoms of Childhood Illnesses3/2/2015 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start3/16/2015 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start4/6/2015 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start4/20/2015 - 7:00 pm 8:00 pm - Child Start

Safe Slumber3/19/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start4/27/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

Child Abuse, Neglect & Head Trauma3/9/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start4/13/2015 - 7:00 pm 9:00 pm - Child Start

LifeSaver Learning Course ListCall 683-2645 for reservations and to make payment. Not eligible for Child Start Membership 40% Discount or hours, however, Child Start Members receive $10 off the Adult, Child, and Infant CPR/AED/Choking + Pediatric First Aid & Safety course. See your membership book for details.

Pediatric First Aid & Safety 3/31/2015 - 6:30 pm 9:30 pm - Child Start

Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED/Choking4/28/2015 6:30 pm 9:30 pm Child Start

Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED/Choking + Pediatric First Aid & Safety9:00 am 4:00 pm at Child Start on the following dates: 3/14/15, 3/28/15, 4/11/15, 4/25/15

Important Information!

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Unless otherwise indicated, all trainings are $6.00/hour for

Child Start Professional Membership holders.

1 hour event: $6.002 hour event: $12.006 hour event: $36.00

Membership holders save 40% off trainings. Non-members pay

$10.00/hour

Reservation and payment required to hold 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 phone with credit cardIn Person: Monday - Friday 8a-4:30pBy Mail**: Child Start, CCR&R, 1002 S. Oliver, Wichita, KS 67218

**Call, then mail your payment. RSVP not guarunteed till payment received. Must include a seperate piece of paper with RSVP details included.

Arrive Early!Doors lock at advertised start time, late comers will not be allowed in due to regulations.

Cancellation PolicyTo 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 to your account.

Without cancellation, hours will be lost.

No refund of money.

No children unless breastfeeding.

In full sessions, only paid attendees may stay.

We request that you do not bring in food to the training.

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Benefits of joining:Reduced cost for training hours - 40% offOn-site trainings starting at $150 for 2 hoursLifeSaver Learning Discounts - $10 off 7 hour courseFree Journey on the Go presentations*Quarterly customized report with attendance and hoursConstructive Playthings Discount - 20% off + Free ShippingLakeshore Learning Discount - Free Shipping and 10% Merchandise CertificateAdvance notification of FREE Trainings (before non-members)Job Posting BoardMembership List AccessLarger Growing With Children discount & other special eventsMembership window clings and logos to showcase to clientsAccess to AIG Benefits:

$2000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Benefit$500 Spouse AD&D$250 Child AD&DDicount program for eye care, hearing, prescription, and chiropractic services

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You have spoke and we listened! We are excited to share the new Professional Membership program with you! This package was designed by you, for you!

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Individual - $30(Covers 1 named person)

Site 100 Membership - $80Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity between 51-100)

Site 50 Membership - $60Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity of 50 or less)

Site 150 Membership - $100Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity between 101-199)

Site 200 Membership - $120Only for sites that have a total licensing capacity of 200 or more)

Membership Specifics:Membership year ends December 31, 2015. 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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Trainings for basic licensing requirements held monthlyTrainings on various early childhood topicsOn-site trainings starting at $150Annual Growing With Children ConferenceOnline training through Child Care Aware of Kansas

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Quality improvement projects for child care providers: Early Childhood Wellness Strengthening Families Quality StepsComplete ERS ratings on child care homes and centers Marketing through Referral

Enhanced online marketing through Child Care OnlineJob Posting BoardDiscounts to vendors

Resource library to checkout kits, toys and booksCoaching and support or mentoring on numerous topicsLaminating & Cri-cut services to make and save special projects

Journey on the Go: a 30 minute program for children led by Child Start specialistsPeer Learning GroupsParent Events: activities/education at your siteNetworking opportunities

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?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.

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

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

Do you know somebody interested in becoming a child care provider? Have them call their local Child Care Resource & Referral Agency at 1-855-750-3343 for more information!

FAMILY FOCUSIntroducing New Foods!

Childrenarentknownfortheireagernesstotrynewfoods.Oftentimes,youwillhavetogetcreativetoencouragethemtotrysomethingnew.

Makeafunshoppingtripoutofit.Bringyourchildrentothestorewithyoutoshopfornewfoods.

Letyourchildrenhelpyoucook.Childrenlovetobeinthekitchenandincludingthemmayencouragethemtotryothernewfoods.

Offernewfoodsatthebeginningofameal,whenyourchildisthehungriest.

Thinksmallportionsatfirst.Largeamountsofanewfoodmightoverwhelmthem.

Combinenewfoodswithfamiliarfoodsandconsiderlimitingtoonenewitematatime.

Bepatient,remembertryingnewfoodstakestime.Childrenmayhavetotrythenewfooduptoadozentimesbeforetheydecideiftheylikeitornot.

Strivetobeagoodrolemodel.Trythenewfoodyourselfanddescribethetasteandtextureisitsweet,salty,crunchy,etc.

Setthetone.Mealtimeshouldbeapleasantandpositiveexperience!

Makedinnertimefamilytime;turnoffthetelevisionandvisitabouteveryonesday!

New Staff & Trainings

March Into A Nutritious Healthy HabitWe have all heard at one time or another that we should start our day with a nutritious breakfast. Eating breakfast helps us perform better and provides energy to get through the morning. Here are a few ideas that are quick, easy and healthy. They just might work in those precious few minutes between waking up and opening the door to welcome the first child of the day!

Oatmeal: Oatmeal can be a healthy, filling breakfast. It is high in fiber and you can eat it alone or add nuts or fresh fruit for some variety each morning.

Yogurt: Yogurt is another fast choice that gives you calcium (our aging bones need) and protein. Just like with oatmeal, you can add fresh fruit to mix it up a bit.

Fruit: Fresh fruits are always a fast on the go food option that you can fit into any busy schedule. In addition, many fruits provide a healthy dose of vitamin C (oranges) or potassium (bananas).

Eating a healthy breakfast is a good start to each day, but we must not forget to make all our meals as nutritious as possible.

Dont know where to start? ChooseMyPlate.gov provides many resources for meal planning, recipes, and programs to help make healthy choices. In addition, this site contains a variety of activities that you can do with the children in your care!

Always remember that when starting any healthy habit to consult with your physician. With their blessing you can then March on to implement a well balanced plan for a healthier YOU!

Dont forget to register for the following new trainings coming

in March and April:

GrowingWithChildrenConference-Hosted by Child Start

ExploringMathinPreschool-Tanya Bulluck

UsingSensoryActivitiesintheClassroom-Heather Jaynes

SocialConnections,MeetingConcreteNeedsinStrengtheningFamiliesEngagement-Paula Fernandez

Sneaking Healthy Habits into Childrens Routines:

Cuddle With Your Kids When Waking Them Up (This will help them wake up with less stress about the day)Spend five minutes listening to music (Singing allows the creative thinking that takes place during the night to gel and form into a plan of action)Make Carrot Cupcakes (All you have to do then, is create a cream-cheese frosting (lightly sweetened of course) and youve got a cupcake thats healthy and that kids cant resist.)Dip It (Children seem to accept healthy food easier if they can dip it.)Play Active Games (During cold weather, the board game Twister can be a good game to play indoors.)Go for a Walk (Weather permitting, take a walk while you play I Spy)

March is National Nutrition Month!Focus your attention this month on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical

activity habits.