Author: Koleen Kerski
Priority Testing now available to Birth to Three personnel providing services for young children!
January 12, 2021
Here is the link to the updated OEC Memo 23-revised identifying Birth to Three personnel providing services to young children as a group qualifying for priority Covid-19 testing. OEC Memo 23 revised
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Advance Your Practices: Early Intervention Specialist Course @ UCONN
December 22, 2020
Are you working in Birth to Three and want to expand your knowledge and practices with families. The University of Connecticut, Mary Beth Bruder, is offering a course including a series of 3 modules on early intervention. The course will allow for graduate credit or a stipend, as well as attainment of the CT. Birth to Three Early Intervention Specialist Credential after successful completion of the 3 modules. Course starts in January. Apply now! If you have any questions, please contact Gabriela Freyre-Calish at (860) 679-1563 or email at freyre@uchc.edu Here is what your colleagues are saying: “If you are passionate about what you do … Continue reading
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CT Infant Mental Health Virtual Conference
October 30, 2020
The Impact of Homelessness on Infants, Young Children and their Families: Programs that promote infant/caregiver relationships This virtual conference will be presented November 19, 2020 from 9 AM – 12:30 PM. Register HERE.
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Service Coordinator CoP Webinar
October 30, 2020
The Service Coordinator Community of Practice of DEC is providing a Webinar on December 3, 2020 from 3 – 4 PM to review the document on Knowledge and Skills for Service Coordinators. Register for the community of Practice newsletter or the Webinar here: https://www.dec-sped.org/servicecoordinationcop
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Birth to Three Lead Agency Job Posting!
October 29, 2020
A position for an Educational Projects Coordinator to work in the lead agency for Birth to Three has been posted. Closing date for applications is 11/12/2020. Click here for job posting and information.
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DEC Conference Early Bird Registration Ends October 30, 2020
October 22, 2020
The DEC Annual International VIRTUAL Conference is January 21-29, 2021 and practitioners and service coordinators get 50% off registration!!! Early bird registration ends October 30. Discount code is on this website as well as a link to register.
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New Knowledge and Skills for Service Coordinators
September 24, 2020
Visit the KSSC to learn more about how they may be used to support and guide Part C Early Intervention programs fulfilling the federal requirement of service coordination. To stay connected and informed on new and existing service coordination initiatives join the DEC Service Coordination Community of Practice!
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Family Engagement Series at Brazelton Touchpoints Center
August 17, 2020
The Brazelton Center is running a family engagement series that includes 5 sessions starting August 25th. More information: https://btc.talentlms.com/catalog/index/cat:23
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EI Excellence BLOG
August 6, 2020
From the EI Excellence blog – Are They Just Not That Into Me? A speech-language pathologist and service coordinator share perspective and strategies to use when it seems that the family is not interested in early intervention.
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Birth to Three Job Posting!
July 27, 2020
The Monitoring position for Birth to Three has been posted with a closing date of August 10, 2020! Come work with our exciting team!! Job Title: Educational Projects Coordinator Opening Date: Jul 27 2020 12:00AM Closing Date: Aug 10 2020 11:59PM Recruitment Number: 200724-1120EA-001 Web Link: https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jobapscloud.com%2FCT%2Fsup%2FBulpreview.asp%3FR1%3D200724%26R2%3D1120EA%26R3%3D001&data=01%7C01%7CAlice.Ridgway%40ct.gov%7C7780fbda7e2a4bb467cd08d8321d103a%7C118b7cfaa3dd48b9b02631ff69bb738b%7C0&sdata=tg3zTNuZE6X3J9V2Bbxq4rHw5vTgVAILc59T1rmo1EQ%3D&reserved=0
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SpecialEdConnections.com Highlights A Birth to Three Therapist as Part of the “Bright Spot of Innovation” Series
July 9, 2020
Recently, Jennifer Michael, Developmental Therapist at KIDSTEP (SARAH-inc) was profiled in the ongoing “Bright Spot of Innovation” series highlighting the transition to providing services via technology during the current PHE and how it has afforded unique opportunities for all! Read the full article here
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Babies Know When You Imitate Them – and Like It
July 7, 2020
Six-month old infants recognize when adults imitate them, and perceive imitators as more friendly, according to a study from Lund University in Sweden. Babies looked and smiled longer at an adult who imitated them, as opposed to when the adult responded in other ways. Babies also approached them more, and engaged in imitating games. See more from videos and information at this website. https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/watch-babies-know-when-you-imitate-them-and-like-it Information from Baby Talk – a free, one-way listserv that is distributed monthly. Each issue features high quality, readily available, and free resources. To join the listserv, send an email with no message or signature block … Continue reading
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Norm-referenced Tools list from ECTA
May 13, 2020
ECTA Center has offered a list of norm-referenced tools was compiled to assist states and programs with identifying assessments that can be administered when the assessor cannot be in the room with the child. Norm-referenced tools with parent interview sections.
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30 years of Autism Research in New Report
May 11, 2020
UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG), who lead the National Clearinghouse on Autism Evidence and Practice, have completed an updated systematic review of literature related to interventions for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), uncovering new information on what practices produce positive outcomes for children and youth through age 22. The new report: “Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder.”
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The Brain Architects podcast by Dr. Jack Shonkoff – Special COVID-19 Series
April 24, 2020
The first guest of this special series is Center Director Dr. Jack Shonkoff. He and host Sally Pfitzer discuss how to support healthy child development during a pandemic, including the importance of caring for caregivers. The Brain Architects Podcast: Early Childhood Development and COVID-19
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Webinars from Numotion on Various AT Equipment
April 24, 2020
Numotion is offering several free webinars in the Spring and Summer on Building Blocks for Success with Early Intervention Seating & Mobility, as well as various types of equipment from manufacturers. Webinars earn 1 contact hour. https://www.numotion.com/courses-events/webinars
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VROOM: Tips for Families
April 23, 2020
VROOM is a site/app where leaders in child development share tips, videos, and ideas for families of young children. The March issues was on Early Learning in the Home. Sign up to access videos and information and share with families! https://us7.campaign-archive.com/?u=986d65b7a9d80a53b6c948c40&id=e624597123
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Recorded webinar from National Seating and Mobility with Ginny Paleg, PT, DScPT
April 23, 2020
Information from National Seating and Mobility on how to move forward with equipment ordering through telehealth. Ginny Paleg starts at 33:50 in the recording and shares great information on mobility needs, case studies, and assessment of sensorimotor disorders. https://vimeo.com/408960728/0b08ab7d2b
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Pediatric Teletherapy
April 13, 2020
Pediatric Teletherapy Live Continuing Education Course Summit Professional Education is offering a live interactive 2 hour continuing education course approved by the AOTA and APTA for CEUs Thursday April 16, 2020 from 5-7pm. The course Description highlights, ethics, evidence-based, technology, and problem solving service delivery remotely Cost is $79.99 but is free if you have the annual unlimited CEU plan Pediatric Teletherapy link for more information
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Supporting Families During the Pandemic: Four Therapists Share Their Wisdom.
April 9, 2020
In this video by Larry Edelman, early intervention practitioners from the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Ohio) share their experiences and advice about using video conferencing to deliver home visits. https://ectacenter.org/topics/disaster/ti-service.asp#four-therapists
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