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Resources for Dealing With Grief and Tragedy
When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” To this day, especially in times of “disaster,” I remember my mother’s words and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers – so many caring people in this world. — Fred Rogers The following materials may be of some assistance to you to help you and your children cope with the tragic events in Newtown, Connecticut. Please...
read moreMay 8th – A Morning With Dr. Bruce Perry
“The Impact of Trauma and Neglect on the Developing Child” The Greater Houston Association for Infant Mental Health (GHAIMH) is pleased to invite you to a special mid-morning event featuring renown authority on children in crisis, Dr. Bruce Perry. GHAIMH is especially pleased to be able to offer this event to the community at no cost. May 8, 2012 10:00 – 10:30 – Refreshments & Networking 10:30 – 11:30 – Dr. Bruce Perry The Council on Alcohol and Drugs Houston 303 Jackson Hill Street Houston, TX...
read moreTDFPS – Child Care Licensing Ratios and Group Sizes Survey
Child Care Licensing is conducting an internet web based survey on child: caregiver ratios and maximum group sizes. CCL wanted to share the survey link with you and encourage your participation as well as ask for your assistance in getting this survey link to parents for their participation. The survey will be open through Noon on February 27th and can be accessed at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/F2DW8GZ Please take time to respond to this survey to have your collective voice heard. The survey is very interesting – basically lays out...
read moreGHAIMH Launch and Networking Event – February 29th
Join us for the launch of the Greater Houston Association for Infant Mental Health! Leap into the New Year with the Greater Houston Association for Infant Mental Health! Please join us for hors d’ oeuvres and networking as we celebrate the launch of the Greater Houston Association for Infant Mental Health, a chapter of the Texas Association for Infant Mental Health! When: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Where: Ninfa’s Mexican Restaurant 1650 Post...
read moreHAAEYC Spring Conference to take place on March 2-3, 2012
The Houston Area Association for the Education of Young Children will host its Spring Conference on March 2-3, 2012 at Cypress Creek Christian Church and Community Center in Spring, TX. Keith Pentz, National Education Advisor for Kaplan Early Learning Companies will be the keynote speaker. More information and registration opportunities can be found here.
read more2012 Texas AEYC Conference Scheduled for October 25th – 27th in Galveston
The 2012 Texas AEYC Annual Conference for Early Childhood Professionals will take place on October 25-27, 2012 at the San Luis Hotel and Resort and Galveston Convention Center on Galveston Island. The Conference theme is “Just Move It” and will feature an exceptional lineup of keynote and general session speakers. For additional information the conference visit Texas AEYC’s website at www.texasaeyc.org.
read moreTop Ten Bedtime Misconceptions
If your child is a perfect sleeper, read no further- pat yourself on the back and thank your lucky stars! If, on the other hand, you are convinced that your child is trying to make sure no one in your household is getting enough sleep, read on… You may be wondering why your child fights going to bed, refuses to take a nap, or wakes up in the middle of the night. Rest assured, no pun intended, you are not alone! Many young children struggle with some kind of sleep issue, and many parents of young children are, well, tired. Here are...
read moreHAAEYC to offer “Connections” Network Day
The Houston Area Association for the Education of Young Children (HAAEYC) is offering a new training opportunity for the early childhood community of Houston. The event, “Connections – Linking Research to Learning” will take place on August 1, 2009 from 9:00 am – 1:30 pm. Participants are encouraged to arrive at 8:00 am for a tour of the beautiful Children’s Courtyard facility located at 16255 Longenbaugh, Houston, TX 77095. Attendees will receive a certificate for 4.5 clock hours. The mini...
read moreUpcoming Prevent Child Abuse Texas Trainings
Prevent Child Abuse Texas is offering training conferences in different regions throughout the state. The conferences are 6 hours in length and will be held from 8:30-3:30 at the following locations: Austin – July 11, 2009 Tyler – July 20, 2009 Galveston – July 25, 2009 Lufkin – August 01, 2009 Odessa – August 08, 2009 San Angelo – August 15, 2009 Mt Pleasant – August 19, 2009 Abilene – August 22, 2009 Harlingen – August 29, 2009 Fort Worth – September 12, 2009 EL Paso –...
read moreGovernor Perry Vetoes HB130
On June 19th Governor Rick Perry vetoed HB130, the legislation that would have provided many needy Texas families with access to full day prekindergarten programs while establishing class size limits (currently Texas has no restriction on public pre-k student:teacher ratios). While the legislation was not signed by Governor Perry, the 81st Legislative Session proved to be a victory for early childhood advocates, as 25 million dollars will still be used for other initiatives related to the state’s public prekindergarten system. Thank you...
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