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Illinois STAR NET provides a variety of opportunities for personal and professional growth for those who touch the lives of young children, ages birth through eight, with an emphasis on children with special needs. STAR NET supports family-centered, researched and effective practices in early childhood education and care.In this podcast series, produced by STAR NET Regions I&III, we provide various informational episodes focused on our workshops, current topics, and other concepts focused on working with young children with special needs.

STAR NET Regions I&III Podcast Illinois STAR NET Regions I&III

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Illinois STAR NET provides a variety of opportunities for personal and professional growth for those who touch the lives of young children, ages birth through eight, with an emphasis on children with special needs. STAR NET supports family-centered, researched and effective practices in early childhood education and care.In this podcast series, produced by STAR NET Regions I&III, we provide various informational episodes focused on our workshops, current topics, and other concepts focused on working with young children with special needs.

    Preschool Inclusion in Illinois Episode 6: Implementing Preschool Inclusion: East Moline’s Journey Toward Inclusion

    Preschool Inclusion in Illinois Episode 6: Implementing Preschool Inclusion: East Moline’s Journey Toward Inclusion

    In this episode, we learn about the preschool inclusion journey from Melissa McCullough, Principal of the East Moline School District 37, Early Learning Center, Emily Ropars, Inclusion Specialist with Early CHOICES, Pam Reising Rechner, Inclusion Specialist with Early CHOICES, and Ann Kremer, Project Director of Early CHOICES
    Resources:
    NAEYC & DEC Inclusion Joint Position Statement http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/DEC_NAEYC_EC_updatedKS.pdf
    Indicators of High Quality  https://ectacenter.org/topics/inclusion/indicators.asp
    STEMIE https://stemie.fpg.unc.edu/
    STEMIE Videos https://ectacenter.org/topics/inclusion/videos.asp
    Compost Kate- Inclusion Infrastructure https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8iAQTneyXI
     What Makes Inclusion Work https://www.eclre.org/good-to-know/what-makes-inclusion-work/
    Understanding Inclusion Modules https://www.eclre.org/good-to-know/understanding-inclusion/
    STAR NET: https://www.starnet.org/ 
    Early CHOICES: https://www.eclre.org/
    ECTA: https://ectacenter.org/

    • 33 min
    Preschool Inclusion in Illinois Episode 5: Implementing Preschool Inclusion: Plano Early Learning’s Inclusion Journey

    Preschool Inclusion in Illinois Episode 5: Implementing Preschool Inclusion: Plano Early Learning’s Inclusion Journey

    In this episode, we continue to explore the process of achieving high quality inclusion for preschool children. Please listen as Ann Kremer, Project Director of Early CHOICES and Laurel Mateyka, Principal at PH Miller Elementary School and Plano Early Learning, discuss Plano Early Learning’s Inclusion journey
    Resources:
    NAEYC & DEC Inclusion Joint Position Statement http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/DEC_NAEYC_EC_updatedKS.pdf
    Indicators of High Quality  https://ectacenter.org/topics/inclusion/indicators.asp
    STEMIE https://stemie.fpg.unc.edu/
    STEMIE Videos https://ectacenter.org/topics/inclusion/videos.asp
    Compost Kate- Inclusion Infrastructure https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8iAQTneyXI
    What Makes Inclusion Work https://www.eclre.org/good-to-know/what-makes-inclusion-work/
    Understanding Inclusion Modules https://www.eclre.org/good-to-know/understanding-inclusion/
    No Small Matter: https://www.nosmallmatter.com/about-the-film
    STAR NET:https://www.starnet.org/ 
    Early CHOICES:https://www.eclre.org/
    ECTA: https://ectacenter.org/

    • 34 min
    Preschool Inclusion in Illinois Episode 4: Implementing Preschool Inclusion: Mannheim’s Journey

    Preschool Inclusion in Illinois Episode 4: Implementing Preschool Inclusion: Mannheim’s Journey

    Show Notes:
    In this episode, we learn about Mannheim Early Childhood Centers Inclusion journey as one of Illinois’ 3 Community Inclusion Teams. We’ll hear from Ann Kremer, Project Director of Early CHOICES, Emily Ropars, Inclusion Specialist with Early CHOICES and Shannon Cribaro, Director of Early Childhood Education for District 83 and Principal of Mannheim Early Childhood Center.
     
    Resources:
    NAEYC & DEC Inclusion Joint Position Statement http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/DEC_NAEYC_EC_updatedKS.pdf
    Information on the Community Inclusion Teams, the data and infographics https://www.eclre.org/planning-tools/implementation-of-inclusion-project/
    Building Blocks for Teaching Preschoolers with Special Needs, Third edition 
    Preschool Inclusion Toolbox
    STAR NET:https://www.starnet.org/ 
    Early CHOICES:https://www.eclre.org/
    ECTA: https://ectacenter.org/

    • 43 min
    Preschool Inclusion in Illinois Episode 3: Implementing Preschool Inclusion: Springfield’s Journey

    Preschool Inclusion in Illinois Episode 3: Implementing Preschool Inclusion: Springfield’s Journey

    In this episode, we have the opportunity to hear from Kevi Jackson, PreK Programs Coordinator with Springfield School District 186, Julie Schackman, Inclusion Specialist with Early CHOICES, and Ann Kremer, Project Director of Early CHOICES as we learn about Springfield’s inclusion journey as one of Illinois’ 3 Community Inclusion Teams.
     
    Resources:
    NAEYC & DEC Inclusion Joint Position Statement http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/DEC_NAEYC_EC_updatedKS.pdf
    Information on the Community Inclusion Teams, the data and infographics https://www.eclre.org/planning-tools/implementation-of-inclusion-project/
    STAR NET:https://www.starnet.org/ 
    Early CHOICES:https://www.eclre.org/
    ECTA: https://ectacenter.org/
     

    • 47 min
    DEI with Jade Johnson from Jade Inclusion

    DEI with Jade Johnson from Jade Inclusion

    In this podcast episode, we talk with Jade Johnson from Jade Inclusion about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Education and some of the lifelong impacts experiences can have on individuals. 

    Resources:
    Jade Inclusion
    Email: jade.inclusion@gmail.com 

    • 29 min
    Preschool Inclusion in Illinois Series: Episode 2 - Implementing Preschool Inclusion: Collinsville's Journey

    Preschool Inclusion in Illinois Series: Episode 2 - Implementing Preschool Inclusion: Collinsville's Journey

    In this episode, we have the opportunity to hear from Christine Coleman, Pre K Coordinator with the Collinsville School District, Pam Reising Rechner, Inclusion Specialist with Early CHOICES, and Ann Kremer, Project Director of Early CHOICES as they share Collinsville’s journey as one of Illinois’ 3 Community Inclusion Teams.

    Resources:
    NAEYC & DEC Inclusion Joint Position Statement
    Information on the Community Inclusion Teams, the data and infographics
    STAR NET
    Early CHOICES
    ECTA 

    • 30 min

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