Growing Young Minds :: Seventh Annual Conference :: 2/27/2010 :: Modesto Junior College

• The Early Growing Season: How to Nurture Brain Power in Young Children
  Childhood is all about the wonder of learning. The development of the brain and the connections within the brain
  are at the heart of learning. In the morning keynote address, find out how a child's brain develops and how you can
  help lay the foundation for learning, ultimately giving children a smart start in school.
  
• Cultivating the Infant - Toddler Brain Connection
  The scent of a mother's skin. A father's voice. The first three years of a child's life make up a period of important
  experiences and incredible growth in all areas of a child's development. In the afternoon keynote, discover how
  even day-to-day activities in the classroom or daycare have meaning that can impact brain development in children.

Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children :: Sixth Annual Conference :: 03/28/2009 :: Modesto Junior College

• First Smiles - Addressing the Neglected Epidemic of Poor Oral Health
  Tooth decay strikes one in three California children. It can lead to impaired speech, an inability to concentrate, low self-esteem, and poor sleep. But there are things you can do to reduce this preventable childhood disease. In this keynote address, you'll learn more about what's being called a "neglected epidemic" in California and how caring for a child's teeth and mouth is essential for their overall growth and development.
• The Smile Within - Balancing Personal & Professional Goals
  Caring for children is a huge professional and personal responsibility. It takes commitment, patience, and compassion. In the child development field, life balance and goal setting are key components to being successful. In this keynote presentation, you'll have the opportunity to assess your own professional and personal goals. You'll also learn about a variety of tools to assist you in developing, balancing, and reaching those goals, charting a path to self improvement.

A Healthy Beginning :: Fifth Annual Conference :: 03/09/2008 :: Modesto Junior College

• Taking Care of Yourself on the Outside (Health and Nutrition)
  Learn how to eat healthy and model healthy behaviors for the children in your care. With childhood obesity on the rise, it's important to build good nutrition and physical activity habits.
• Taking Care of Yourself on the Inside (Stress Management)
  Job stress and burnout are constant challenges for childcare providers and teachers. Learn easy ways to take care of yourself and manage stress in your life.

Exploring the Early Years :: Fourth Annual Conference :: 03/10/2007 :: Modesto Junior College

• Children and Asthma
  Asthma is the most common chronic lung disease in childhood and it's on the rise. It can negatively affect a child's quality of life in many ways. Except for their homes, children spend more time in childcare or school than they do anywhere else. Child care providers and teachers attending the conference will learn about asthma symptoms and triggers as well as the latest treatments to help children manage their asthma so they can lead normal and active lives.
• Scars on the Playground: They're Not Always on the Outside
  With more and more children entering early care and education settings, the challenge of keeping them safe from injury inside and outside is bigger than ever. How can you keep kids safe and prevent accidents from occurring? The answer may surprise you. It's all about relationship building and communication. Child injury prevention is the focus of the afternoon keynote address.

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