The focus of this full-day collaborative workshop will be a big picturediscussion around Guiding Principles for Early Learning Education inthe context of the ISABC vision, mission, and values. As a group ofELC educators and principals, we will more clearly define the uniquecharacteristics that are fundamental to the success of our varyingprogrammes and the education of the young children in our care. Wewill address some of the successes and challenges we encounter indefining and communicating the educational needs of young children,as we advocate to our communities on their behalf.
This workshop includes whole group discussion as ISABC ELC educatorsand break out groups by philosophy and interest in the following topics:1. Creating and communicating our ELC philosophies in response toour school’s needs. (eg. Reggio, Montessori, ECE, etc.)2. Parent-teacher communications:a. Report cardsb. Parent Teacher conferencesc. Assessment for enrollment3. Community Service4. Field Trips and SafetyPlease bring a copy of the aforementioned documents used in yourcentre in the spirit of collaboration and sharing.
We look forward to another rewarding and inspiring day spent inconversation and collaboration.
Suggested audience: ELC. Pre-K, ECE