Parent Webinars 

2012 free webinar series 

Free Webinar – Safe  Sleep

 June 5, 2012 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM EDT

The Safe Sleep Webinar provides insight to recent SIDS research, the important parents and providers, AAP recommendations for safe sleep, review and explanation of crib regulations, and available resources.

 

*One contact hour of continuing education can be earned by attending this webinar. Due to tracking limitations, credit can only be earned by attending the LIVE webinar. 

  

 

Make the First Five Count

April is Autism Awareness Month and the latest research tells us that the number of children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder is growing. Join the Child Care Aware® Parent Network for a webinar to learn more about how parents and child care providers can help to provide early diagnoses and successful early intervention for young children.

 

Learn how quality inclusive child care, in a setting with both children with disabilities and typically-developing children, would benefit your child.

Have all your questions answered by our expert presenter, Katy Neas, the Vice President of Government Relations with Easter Seals.

 

Tips for Using Pedometers with Children

Mar 20, 2012 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

 

Have you considered using pedometers with children? This webinar will provide some basics strategies for building a motivating walking program with children.

 

We Count is a research based walking program which includes information, parent and student newsletters, mini lessons, motivational materials and more for getting kids moving. This free webinar teaches participants how to make those steps count toward better health. 

 

Spotlight on Bullying & Harassment: The Law and One School’s Response

March 22, 2012 – 3:30 PM – EST

 

This webinar for teachers, parents and advocates will include important information on the following:

 

Schools’ Title IX obligations to respond to bullying and harassment, including cyberbullying, and emerging law on balancing students’ free speech rights with those obligations. Devi Rao from the National Women’s Law Center will discuss these and other commonly asked questions about the law and bullying & harassment.

 

There will also be an opportunity to ask questions.

 

Speak Up to Protect Kids

 February 29, 2012  12:00 PM, EST

 Prevention of child abuse is key, and as a parent, there are some steps you can take to protect your children. Raising children can be challenging, but when you are prepared to handle stress in a safe way you can protect your kids from the long-term negative impact that can result from exposure to violence in childhood. Learn how to recognize warning signs, and what to do if you suspect your child has been abused by someone else.

 

Our presenter, Dr. Maria McColgan, is a board certified Child Abuse Pediatrician and the Director of the Child Protection Program at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, Pennsylvaina. Dr. McColgan is also the Pediatric Advisor and Founding Chair of the Advisory Board to Prevent Child Abuse Pennsylvania.

 

“From Assessment to Accommodations:     Getting The Most Out of Your Child’s IEP”

This webinar, presented by a pediatric neuropsychologist and a special needs family lawyer, will provide parents with information about the contents of an outside evaluation.  The presentation will also address the rights that parents have within the school setting and how to get the advocacy and help that they need.

Date: February 21, 2012

Register Here!!!

Linking Assessment to Intervention
Presenter:  Casi Olson, M.A.
Date: February 2, 2012 – 6-8 PM EST
Click here to Register & Attend

New Video Series from the Harvard Center on the Developing Child

Three Core Concepts in Children’s Early Development

Experiences Build Brain Architecture

Interaction Shapes Brain Circuitry

Toxic Stress Derails Healthy Development

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Previous Webinars:

Is Media the Other Parent? The Influence of Media and Technology on Young Children –

Let’s Move! Child Care Physical Activity for Providers and Parents

Fire Safety – Protecting Our Children                

Eating Healthy on a Budget the Sesame Way! 

Children and Cars: What You Need to Know    

Are You Ready? Emergency Preparedness for families –

Resources to Promote Healthy Nutritional Development and Physically Active Kids   –

“Shaken Baby Syndrome: Never Ever Shake a Baby“ - View here

Video on working on Postive Behavior for families.

Below are some quick video clips on High Quality Child Care

 Training & Education

 Caregiver Interaction 

Caregiver to Child Ratios 

Activity 

Health & Safety 

Family Child Care