Inclusion Matters

In this insightful conversation, Tracy Schreifels, Executive Director of the Ellison Center and licensed marriage and family therapist, explores the pandemic's impact on young children's development. She reveals how isolation has led to significant social-emotional delays and discusses the crucial role of play in helping children navigate their emotions. Tracy emphasizes the need for flexible caregiving approaches and highlights the contrasting experiences of families, showcasing the unexpected joys and connections that surfaced during lockdown.

Angela Clair, Director of Early Childhood Services at Wilder Child Development Center, joins Priscilla Weigel and Beth Menninga to share her center's story of rethinking their approach to expulsion with the goal of truly being inclusive.  How can we include parents and staff to shift our organizational thinking and practices in our responses to big behaviors so that our doors welcome and support all children to thrive in our early childhood programs?

Jacy Nylander, CICC Coach Lead, and Priscilla Weigel discuss creating safe, calm, clean, and fresh environments for infants and toddlers. They cover regular inspections, temperature regulation, maintaining optimal environmental conditions, and the importance of air quality and cleanliness in childcare settings.

Join Dr. Nicole Evans from Embracing Equity and Beth Menninga and Priscilla Weigel of CICC as they discuss the central role of equity in creating inclusive early childhood environments.  Dr. Evans presents a useful framework for taking action at three levels to promote equity in organizations. Examples are shared of how and where learning organizations identified needs and made changes aimed at creating more equity at the individual, cultural and systems levels. As we think about where to begin a focus on equity in early childhood environments, the group talks about ways to create strong family partnerships as a powerful first step

Brenda Lowe, a seasoned CICC Coach Lead, dives into vital safety checks in childcare settings. She shares essential tips for caregivers to create secure environments, focusing on simple routines that prioritize safety before children arrive. The chat explores how involving kids in safety practices fosters predictability. Brenda also emphasizes the need for caution with household pets and outlines safety measures for outdoor activities as warmer weather approaches. Discover practical insights to ensure child safety every day!

Dhacdadan, Bureeqo Dahir, Tababaraha CICC, iyo martida khaaska ah Marian Hassan ayaa wada hadlaya muhiimada ay leedahay samaynta joogtayn iyo jadwalyo goobta caruurnimoda hore.   In this episode, Bureeqo Dahir, CICC Coach, and special guest Marian Hassan discuss the importance of establishing routines and schedules in the early childhood setting.

Qaybtan, Bureeqo Dahir, Tababaraha CICC, iyo martida khaaska ah Marian Hassan ayaa ka wada hadlaya muhiimadda ay ciyaartu u leedahay carruurta yaryar. In this episode, Bureeqo Dahir, CICC Coach, and special guest Marian Hassan discuss the importance of play for young children. 

Qaybtan, Bureeqo Dahir, CICC Coach, iyo marti-sharaf gaar ah Marian Hassan ayaa ka wada hadlay doorka baruhu ku leeyahay daryeelka hore iyo goobaha waxbarashada. In this episode, Bureeqo Dahir, CICC Coach, and special guest Marian Hassan discuss the role of the educator in early care and education settings. 

Listen as Priscilla Weigel interviews our guest, Alyssa Greene, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Eating Disorder Specialist, and currently at the Minnesota Department of Health in the Children and Youth with Special Health Needs and Disabilities Division.  Alyssa shares some key practices that can help set children up for a healthy view of their own bodies, acceptance of all body sizes and shapes, and how we as parents and professionals can advocate for people of all body sizes in your space whether that is children or adults. 

Únase a nosotros mientras nuestros invitados, Ronan y Karina, exploran la importancia que nosotros, como adultos, tenemos cuando se trata de los niños y el juego. ¿Cómo podemos motivar a los niños a explorar su entorno y brindarles las herramientas que necesitan para florecer en su desarrollo a través del juego? Escuché puntos importantes sobre lo crucial que es nuestro papel como adultos en el salón de clase. Join us as our guests, Ronan and Karina, explore the importance that we, as adults, have when it comes to children and play. How can we motivate children to explore their environment and give them the tools they need to flourish in their development through play? Listen in on great points about how crucial our role is as adults in the classroom.