Welcome to the EYPDC

The Early Years Professional Development Committee consists of representatives of provincially funded Training Institutions and Support Sites. Committee members share their insights, needs assessment observations and professional development plans in order to coordinate, communicate and deliver quality professional development for all early childhood educators and other early years professionals in Nova Scotia.

Upcoming Workshops

Information about professional development workshops is shared by participating Early Years Professional Development Committee members. All registrations are processed by the individual sites. Please contact hosting site directly to register for your session.
October 15, 2024
  • NSCC Cumberland-Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings

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    October 15, 2024  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Online (Zoom)

    Description: Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.

    Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.

    Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.

    Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation

    Module Objectives:

    • Understand who the Mi’kmaq are

    • Understand who the Acadians are

    • Understand who the Gaels are

    • Understand who the African Nova Scotians are

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality

    • Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality

    Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.

    Module 2: Faces of Discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions

    ▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize racism

    ▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism

    ▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health

    ▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression

    Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.

    Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation

    ▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action

    ▪ Explore Black Lives Matter

    ▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child

    ▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom

    ▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool

    ▪ Explore racism from birth onward

    ▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework

    ▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice

    ▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship

    Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.

    Pre-registration agreements
    -I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
    -I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
    -I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
    -I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
    -I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.

    Facilitators: Adam Braye & Jane MacKenzie

    Session Dates and Times:

    Tuesday, Oct. 8 (online)                     6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday,  Oct. 10 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    Tuesday, Oct. 15 (online)                  6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday, Oct. 17 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    Tuesday,  Oct. 22 (online)                 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday, Oct. 24 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    To register, click on the link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/850940886097?aff=oddtdtcreator

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  • NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings (Online)

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    October 15, 2024  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Online

    Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.

    Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.

    Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.

    Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation

    Module Objectives:

    • Understand who the Mi’kmaq are

    • Understand who the Acadians are

    • Understand who the Gaels are

    • Understand who the African Nova Scotians are

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality

    • Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality

    Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.

    Module 2: Faces of Discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions

    ▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize racism

    ▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism

    ▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health

    ▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression

    Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.

    Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation

    ▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action

    ▪ Explore Black Lives Matter

    ▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child

    ▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom

    ▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool

    ▪ Explore racism from birth onward

    ▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework

    ▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice

    ▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship

    Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.

    Pre-registration agreements

    • I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
    • I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
    • I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
    • I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
    • I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.

    Facilitators:

    Sieun Palmer

    Carrie Melsom

    Session Dates and Times:

    Session 1: Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 2: Thursday, October 17th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 3: Saturday, October 19th, 2024 (online), 9:00am-1:00pm

    Session 4: Tuesday, October 22nd 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 5: Thursday, October 24th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/nscece-culturally-responsive-practice-online-tickets-858984013307?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

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October 16, 2024
  • NSCC Cumberland - Accessible Work Places

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    October 16, 2024  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Online

    “Accessible Workplaces” approaches our work environments from the perspective of neurodivergent ECEs. The information in this session will encourage meaningful conversations and acknowledge educator support needs in our early learning settings. Practical (and tested!) advice on how best to implement supportive accommodations and recognize each others’ strengths/needs will empower employees and employers alike to create successful workplaces that prioritize compassionate teamwork. Accessibility in the workplace is a universal goal that can only be achieved through clear communication and willing collaboration.

    Facilitator: Melissa Castonguay     Cost: $23.00 (tax included)

    Preregistration required-submit ECDSC registration form by October 2nd.

    To register, click here: https://forms.office.com/r/Fpexz3sp9w

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  • MSVU Inspiring Spaces & Environments CAR Tour

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    October 16, 2024  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Mount Saint Vincent University, 166 Bedford Hwy, Halifax, NS B3M 2J6, Canada

    Date: Wednesday October 16 (7 – 9pm) AND Saturday October 19 (9am – 4pm)
    Cost: $85 Total PD hours: 9 hours Location: IN PERSON & ONLINE Presenter: Liz Hicks

     IF you are unable to attend the car tour, you are invited to attend JUST the Wednesday evening (2 hours PD) to look at previous inspiring centres, and learn about the questions that you can ask to ensure you also become an in-spiring centre! You MUST come to Wednesday evening if you are going on the car tour for a total of 9 hours PD.
    Date: Wednesday October 16 (7 – 9pm) ONLY * 2 PD hours Cost: $25
     
    In response to popular demand, we are offering another car tour for environments – indoors and out-doors. Please note it is a CAR tour. This means if you sign up for this workshop you are responsible for driving yourself (we suggest car pooling) to the sites that have generously volunteered to show you their environments.
    On the Wednesday evening, October 16– by zoom - we will reflect on, discuss, and look at ideas on ways in which learn-ing environments could inspire ourselves, the children, and families. We will be referencing the NSEYCF, and look at some previous tour NS child care spaces – including the April 24 car tour.
    On Saturday, October 19 we will meet at the Mount. This will give an opportunity for car pooling. When you register for this workshop please indicate if you are willing to drive and how many spaces you may have in your car. E.g. Liz will be driving and have 4 spaces for participants.
    Each centre will give participants time to tour, and a short introduction to their program, philosophy and a question and answer session. You will receive instructions on how to access each location the week of the work-shop. The centres we will visit are:
    9:45am – 11:15am: Peter Green Hall Children’s Centre, 1094 Wellington Street Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 2Z9 “PGHCC implements an Emergent Curriculum inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy. We believe children are born ready; ready to engage with their environment and all that the world has to offer; therefore children have the right to participate in and be constructors in their own learning.” Serving infants – school age. htpps://www.pghcc.ca
    11.15am – 12.30pm: You now have a break for an hour where participants can get a lunch and drive to the next centre:
    12:30pm – 1:45pm: Fox Hollow Child Care Centre, 1 Hox Hollow Drive, Upper Tantallon, NS B2Z 1E9
    ‘We believe that all children are naturally strong, capable learners worthy of our trust and support. We look to each child to help guide us in their learning. We value and respect children and believe that their theories and ideas are an important source of curriculum. Because of these beliefs, we have adopted an “Emergent Curriculum” approach to learning. We believe this approach is the most developmentally appropriate and is most consistent with our understanding of how children learn.’ Serving children from 18months – 5 years in a full day program, plus has a Family Home Agency. https://foxhollowfamily.ca
    2:00pm – 3:30pm: Giant Steps Children’s Centre – French Village location, 15 French Village Station Road, Upper Tantallon, NS “We believe: All children can learn when they have the opportunity to touch, look, listen, try out their ideas, pursue their questions and theories, and follow their curiosity. Children learn best in a warm, supportive and respectful environment that provides unique and varied opportunities and experiences. Families and community are vital to children’s learning.” At this site serving children from 18 months – school age, Plus has a Family Home Agency. https://giantstepschildrenscentre.ca
    We will be spending 20-30 minutes debriefing the car tour at Giant Steps
    Presenter Biography: Liz Hicks, 41 years in early childhood, in various capacities, & at present a private consultant working in early childhood education in NS, providing consulting & professional development in a variety of topics.
    ‘I believe children are capable, curious & have an innate need to connect with people & the world around them, which is also a belief I have for the educators that work with the children.’

    Location: ONLINE & IN PERSON

    9 PD hours  $85  OR ONLINE option only 2 PD hours $25

     Registration for our MSVU workshops, along our PD brochure with full workshops details, descriptions and presenter bios is found online    www.msvu.ca/earlychildhoodworkshops    


     



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October 17, 2024
  • NSCC Cumberland-Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings

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    October 17, 2024  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Online (Zoom)

    Description: Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.

    Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.

    Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.

    Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation

    Module Objectives:

    • Understand who the Mi’kmaq are

    • Understand who the Acadians are

    • Understand who the Gaels are

    • Understand who the African Nova Scotians are

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality

    • Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality

    Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.

    Module 2: Faces of Discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions

    ▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize racism

    ▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism

    ▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health

    ▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression

    Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.

    Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation

    ▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action

    ▪ Explore Black Lives Matter

    ▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child

    ▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom

    ▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool

    ▪ Explore racism from birth onward

    ▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework

    ▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice

    ▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship

    Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.

    Pre-registration agreements
    -I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
    -I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
    -I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
    -I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
    -I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.

    Facilitators: Adam Braye & Jane MacKenzie

    Session Dates and Times:

    Tuesday, Oct. 8 (online)                     6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday,  Oct. 10 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    Tuesday, Oct. 15 (online)                  6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday, Oct. 17 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    Tuesday,  Oct. 22 (online)                 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday, Oct. 24 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    To register, click on the link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/850940886097?aff=oddtdtcreator

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  • NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings (Online)

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    October 17, 2024  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Online

    Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.

    Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.

    Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.

    Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation

    Module Objectives:

    • Understand who the Mi’kmaq are

    • Understand who the Acadians are

    • Understand who the Gaels are

    • Understand who the African Nova Scotians are

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality

    • Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality

    Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.

    Module 2: Faces of Discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions

    ▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize racism

    ▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism

    ▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health

    ▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression

    Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.

    Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation

    ▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action

    ▪ Explore Black Lives Matter

    ▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child

    ▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom

    ▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool

    ▪ Explore racism from birth onward

    ▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework

    ▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice

    ▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship

    Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.

    Pre-registration agreements

    • I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
    • I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
    • I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
    • I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
    • I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.

    Facilitators:

    Sieun Palmer

    Carrie Melsom

    Session Dates and Times:

    Session 1: Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 2: Thursday, October 17th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 3: Saturday, October 19th, 2024 (online), 9:00am-1:00pm

    Session 4: Tuesday, October 22nd 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 5: Thursday, October 24th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/nscece-culturally-responsive-practice-online-tickets-858984013307?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl 

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October 19, 2024
  • NSCC Burridge- Creating a Respectful Workplace in an Early Learning Environment

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    October 19, 2024  9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    NSCC - Burridge Campus, 372 Pleasant St, Yarmouth, NS B5A 2L2, Canada

    Creating a Respectful Workplace in an Early Learning  Environment

    Please note: This session face to face at NSCC Burridge

    Creating a Respectful Workplace in an Early Learning  Environment is a session where participants will engage in the different components of exhibiting respect and how it applies within the early learning environment workplace. Case studies, developed based on survey results, create a hands on and applicable learning environment.  Videos shown display common issues found in the workplace and demonstrate appropriate ways to manage them in the real world.
    Workshop Goals: 

    • To provide an understanding of what appropriate practices are for employers and employees in relation to creating a respectful working environment in an early learning setting.
    • To provide participants with the knowledge to detect and respectfully address inappropriate practices.

    Facilitator: Michelle Doucette, NSCC Faculty

    Please note this is the same session that Michelle has offered online and self directed in the past.

    When: Saturday, October 19th from 9-4 (1 hour lunch on own)
    PD Hrs: 6
    Where: NSCC Burridge Campus, Yarmouth

    Cost: $70  
    Limited spaces, which cannot be held without payment.
    The deadline to withdraw from a workshop without penalty is two weeks to allow us to modify our supplies and contact our wait list. Withdrawals received by the deadline will result in a credit for a future workshop.

    Please make arrangements to pay by cheque, credit card or you can drop off on campus.
    Mailing address for cheque:
    Early Childhood Development Support Centre – NSCC Burridge Campus
    372 Pleasant Street, Yarmouth, NS B5A 2L2

    Credit card payments can be made through NSCC Student Services at 902-742-0760. Receipts will be emailed. Open hours are 9:00am to 4:00pm.
    If you have questions reach out to melissa.vail@nscc.ca or 902-742-7832

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  • NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings (Online)

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    October 19, 2024  9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Online

    Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.

    Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.

    Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.

    Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation

    Module Objectives:

    • Understand who the Mi’kmaq are

    • Understand who the Acadians are

    • Understand who the Gaels are

    • Understand who the African Nova Scotians are

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality

    • Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality

    Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.

    Module 2: Faces of Discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions

    ▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize racism

    ▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism

    ▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health

    ▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression

    Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.

    Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation

    ▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action

    ▪ Explore Black Lives Matter

    ▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child

    ▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom

    ▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool

    ▪ Explore racism from birth onward

    ▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework

    ▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice

    ▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship

    Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.

    Pre-registration agreements

    • I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
    • I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
    • I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
    • I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
    • I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.

    Facilitators:

    Sieun Palmer

    Carrie Melsom

    Session Dates and Times:

    Session 1: Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 2: Thursday, October 17th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 3: Saturday, October 19th, 2024 (online), 9:00am-1:00pm

    Session 4: Tuesday, October 22nd 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 5: Thursday, October 24th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/nscece-culturally-responsive-practice-online-tickets-858984013307?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl 

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  • MSVU Inspiring Spaces & Environments CAR Tour

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    October 19, 2024  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Mount Saint Vincent University, 166 Bedford Hwy, Halifax, NS B3M 2J6, Canada

    Date: Wednesday October 16 (7 – 9pm) AND Saturday October 19 (9am – 4pm)
    Cost: $85 Total PD hours: 9 hours Location: IN PERSON & ONLINE Presenter: Liz Hicks

     IF you are unable to attend the car tour, you are invited to attend JUST the Wednesday evening (2 hours PD) to look at previous inspiring centres, and learn about the questions that you can ask to ensure you also become an in-spiring centre! You MUST come to Wednesday evening if you are going on the car tour for a total of 9 hours PD.
    Date: Wednesday October 16 (7 – 9pm) ONLY * 2 PD hours Cost: $25
     
    In response to popular demand, we are offering another car tour for environments – indoors and out-doors. Please note it is a CAR tour. This means if you sign up for this workshop you are responsible for driving yourself (we suggest car pooling) to the sites that have generously volunteered to show you their environments.
    On the Wednesday evening, October 16– by zoom - we will reflect on, discuss, and look at ideas on ways in which learn-ing environments could inspire ourselves, the children, and families. We will be referencing the NSEYCF, and look at some previous tour NS child care spaces – including the April 24 car tour.
    On Saturday, October 19 we will meet at the Mount. This will give an opportunity for car pooling. When you register for this workshop please indicate if you are willing to drive and how many spaces you may have in your car. E.g. Liz will be driving and have 4 spaces for participants.
    Each centre will give participants time to tour, and a short introduction to their program, philosophy and a question and answer session. You will receive instructions on how to access each location the week of the work-shop. The centres we will visit are:
    9:45am – 11:15am: Peter Green Hall Children’s Centre, 1094 Wellington Street Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 2Z9 “PGHCC implements an Emergent Curriculum inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy. We believe children are born ready; ready to engage with their environment and all that the world has to offer; therefore children have the right to participate in and be constructors in their own learning.” Serving infants – school age. htpps://www.pghcc.ca
    11.15am – 12.30pm: You now have a break for an hour where participants can get a lunch and drive to the next centre:
    12:30pm – 1:45pm: Fox Hollow Child Care Centre, 1 Hox Hollow Drive, Upper Tantallon, NS B2Z 1E9
    ‘We believe that all children are naturally strong, capable learners worthy of our trust and support. We look to each child to help guide us in their learning. We value and respect children and believe that their theories and ideas are an important source of curriculum. Because of these beliefs, we have adopted an “Emergent Curriculum” approach to learning. We believe this approach is the most developmentally appropriate and is most consistent with our understanding of how children learn.’ Serving children from 18months – 5 years in a full day program, plus has a Family Home Agency. https://foxhollowfamily.ca
    2:00pm – 3:30pm: Giant Steps Children’s Centre – French Village location, 15 French Village Station Road, Upper Tantallon, NS “We believe: All children can learn when they have the opportunity to touch, look, listen, try out their ideas, pursue their questions and theories, and follow their curiosity. Children learn best in a warm, supportive and respectful environment that provides unique and varied opportunities and experiences. Families and community are vital to children’s learning.” At this site serving children from 18 months – school age, Plus has a Family Home Agency. https://giantstepschildrenscentre.ca
    We will be spending 20-30 minutes debriefing the car tour at Giant Steps
    Presenter Biography: Liz Hicks, 41 years in early childhood, in various capacities, & at present a private consultant working in early childhood education in NS, providing consulting & professional development in a variety of topics.
    ‘I believe children are capable, curious & have an innate need to connect with people & the world around them, which is also a belief I have for the educators that work with the children.’

    Location: ONLINE & IN PERSON

    9 PD hours  $85  OR ONLINE option only 2 PD hours $25

     Registration for our MSVU workshops, along our PD brochure with full workshops details, descriptions and presenter bios is found online    www.msvu.ca/earlychildhoodworkshops    


     



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October 22, 2024
  • NSCC Cumberland-Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings

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    October 22, 2024  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Online (Zoom)

    Description: Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.

    Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.

    Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.

    Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation

    Module Objectives:

    • Understand who the Mi’kmaq are

    • Understand who the Acadians are

    • Understand who the Gaels are

    • Understand who the African Nova Scotians are

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality

    • Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality

    Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.

    Module 2: Faces of Discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions

    ▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize racism

    ▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism

    ▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health

    ▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression

    Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.

    Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation

    ▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action

    ▪ Explore Black Lives Matter

    ▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child

    ▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom

    ▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool

    ▪ Explore racism from birth onward

    ▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework

    ▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice

    ▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship

    Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.

    Pre-registration agreements
    -I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
    -I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
    -I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
    -I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
    -I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.

    Facilitators: Adam Braye & Jane MacKenzie

    Session Dates and Times:

    Tuesday, Oct. 8 (online)                     6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday,  Oct. 10 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    Tuesday, Oct. 15 (online)                  6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday, Oct. 17 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    Tuesday,  Oct. 22 (online)                 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday, Oct. 24 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    To register, click on the link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/850940886097?aff=oddtdtcreator

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  • NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings (Online)

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    October 22, 2024  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

    Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.

    Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.

    Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.

    Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation

    Module Objectives:

    • Understand who the Mi’kmaq are

    • Understand who the Acadians are

    • Understand who the Gaels are

    • Understand who the African Nova Scotians are

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality

    • Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality

    Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.

    Module 2: Faces of Discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions

    ▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize racism

    ▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism

    ▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health

    ▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression

    Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.

    Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation

    ▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action

    ▪ Explore Black Lives Matter

    ▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child

    ▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom

    ▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool

    ▪ Explore racism from birth onward

    ▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework

    ▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice

    ▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship

    Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.

    Pre-registration agreements

    • I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
    • I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
    • I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
    • I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
    • I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.

    Facilitators:

    Sieun Palmer

    Carrie Melsom

    Session Dates and Times:

    Session 1: Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 2: Thursday, October 17th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 3: Saturday, October 19th, 2024 (online), 9:00am-1:00pm

    Session 4: Tuesday, October 22nd 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 5: Thursday, October 24th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/nscece-culturally-responsive-practice-online-tickets-858984013307?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl 

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October 24, 2024
  • NSCC Cumberland-Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings

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    October 24, 2024  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Online (Zoom)

    Description: Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.

    Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.

    Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.

    Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation

    Module Objectives:

    • Understand who the Mi’kmaq are

    • Understand who the Acadians are

    • Understand who the Gaels are

    • Understand who the African Nova Scotians are

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality

    • Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality

    Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.

    Module 2: Faces of Discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions

    ▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize racism

    ▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism

    ▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health

    ▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression

    Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.

    Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation

    ▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action

    ▪ Explore Black Lives Matter

    ▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child

    ▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom

    ▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool

    ▪ Explore racism from birth onward

    ▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework

    ▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice

    ▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship

    Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.

    Pre-registration agreements
    -I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
    -I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
    -I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
    -I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
    -I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.

    Facilitators: Adam Braye & Jane MacKenzie

    Session Dates and Times:

    Tuesday, Oct. 8 (online)                     6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday,  Oct. 10 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    Tuesday, Oct. 15 (online)                  6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday, Oct. 17 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    Tuesday,  Oct. 22 (online)                 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Thursday, Oct. 24 (online)                6:30pm-8:30pm

    To register, click on the link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/850940886097?aff=oddtdtcreator

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  • NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings (Online)

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    October 24, 2024  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Online

    Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.

    Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.

    Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.

    Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation

    Module Objectives:

    • Understand who the Mi’kmaq are

    • Understand who the Acadians are

    • Understand who the Gaels are

    • Understand who the African Nova Scotians are

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture

    • Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality

    • Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality

    Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.

    Module 2: Faces of Discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions

    ▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination

    ▪ Explore and contextualize racism

    ▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism

    ▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health

    ▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression

    Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.

    Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation

    ▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation

    ▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action

    ▪ Explore Black Lives Matter

    ▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child

    ▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom

    ▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool

    ▪ Explore racism from birth onward

    ▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework

    ▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice

    ▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship

    Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.

    Pre-registration agreements

    • I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
    • I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
    • I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
    • I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
    • I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.

    Facilitators:

    Sieun Palmer

    Carrie Melsom

    Session Dates and Times:

    Session 1: Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 2: Thursday, October 17th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 3: Saturday, October 19th, 2024 (online), 9:00am-1:00pm

    Session 4: Tuesday, October 22nd 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    Session 5: Thursday, October 24th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm

    To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/nscece-culturally-responsive-practice-online-tickets-858984013307?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl 

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October 26, 2024
  • MSVU SPECIAL EVENT Panel Presentation and World Café The Language of Inclusion: A Community Perspective

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    October 26, 2024  9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Mount Saint Vincent University, 166 Bedford Hwy, Halifax, NS B3M 2J6, Canada

    Date Saturday October 26, 2024 (9am –4 pm) Cost: $75 Total PD hours: 7 PD hours Location: IN PERSON Rosaria Student Centre Multi Purpose Room (Room #303) Lunch is provided

    Description Description:  
    Much about our understanding of inclusion is in transition including the language we use. Language matters. The language we use goes beyond a list of correct words and terms.  Inclusive language is more than just a trend; it is a powerful tool for creating a more equitable and respectful society.  
    Our morning will begin with a panel presentation where community representatives from various fields will share their thoughts on the language of inclusion; how language shapes our interactions and impacts social inclusion
    After lunch participants will engage in facilitated discussion, where we will learn from each other and hear from those in the inclusion community. 
     
    Key takeaways participants may expect from this day long event include: 
    •    Gain a clear understanding of what inclusive language is and why it matters in today’s diverse society.
    •    Discover practical strategies for incorporating inclusive language into everyday communication.
    •    Learn how to avoid biased language and make conscious word choices that respect all individuals.
    •    Hear real-world examples and best practices from the inclusion community
    •    Learn to communicate in a way that respects and centers the voices of historically marginalized groups.
    •    Understand the impact of inclusive language on creating welcoming and respectful environments.
    •    Gain insights into how inclusive language can enhance community engagement and foster a sense of belonging.
    •    Recognize that inclusive language is dynamic and evolves over time.
    •    Be encouraged to stay informed and adapt to new developments in inclusive communication.

    Location:  IN PERSON MSVU

    7 PD hours

    $75

     Registration for our MSVU workshops, along our PD brochure with full workshops details, descriptions and presenter bios is found online    www.msvu.ca/earlychildhoodworkshops    


     



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  • NSCC Cumberland - Learning with Mi'kma'ki

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    October 26, 2024  9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    NSCC Cumberland Amherst Learning Centre (147 South Albion Street, Amherst, NS) & Tidnish Provincial Park (Prounis Park, Amherst, NS)

    Learning with Mi'kma'ki is a new professional development opportunity for early childhood professionals in Nova Scotia. This training provides an opportunity for participants to see the natural environment, Earth science, sustainability, reciprocity, and interconnectedness, with two eyes — Etuaptmumk (ed-do-up-dm-momk). The work represents Mi’kmaw-first voice, with the support and advice of a standing committee.

    The 6-hour course is an introduction for Early Childhood Educators to explore their immediate relationship with place and how this knowledge can be integrated in learning environments for Early Learners. The field book, which is a part of the training, requires participants to reflect on knowledge and teachings. It helps guide participants in understanding how they, as members of this place, are to be present and, in turn, how being present can be directly linked to the work of Early Learning and Child Care.

    TOPICS EXPLORED:

    Part 1: Indoor Presentation and Reflection

    Explore Mi’kma’ki
    Explore Land Acknowledgments
    Explore the traditional territory and seven (7) districts
    Explore who are the Mi’kmaq
    Explore Mi’kmaw ways of knowing and being
    Explore the teachings of Netukulimk
    Explore the differences between a gift economy and a wage economy
    Explore how this knowledge relates to early learners
    Explore the importance of play
    Explore the differences between outdoor education, outdoor learning, and land-based learning
    Explore personal skill sets
    Explore Etuaptmumk
    Explore relationships with place

    Part 2: Outdoor Activities and Discussions

    Sitting with Land Activity
    Observe – Memorize – Compare Protocol: bird watching
    Observe – Memorize – Compare Protocol: plants and trees
    Talking Circle reflection
    Etuaptmumk – Two-Eyed Seeing
    Case study on outing with children – reflection and discussion.

    Please come prepared to spend at least 3 hours outdoors, dress for the weather and have appropriate footwear and bring a water bottle.

    Session Dates and Times:

    October 26th 9:00am-4:00pm (Lunch not provided)

    9:00am-12:00pm-NSCC Cumberland Amherst Learning Centre (147 South Albion Street, Amherst, NS)

    1:00pm-4:00pm-Tidnish Provincial Park (Prounis Park, Amherst, NS) It is a 26 minute drive here from the Amherst Site. We ask that you bring your lunch or grab something on your way to the park.

    To register, click on the link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/932515477897?aff=oddtdtcreator

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  • NSCECE - Capable, Confident, and Curious: Module 1

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    October 26, 2024  9:00 am - 1:30 pm

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October 28, 2024
  • NSCC Cumberland Capable, Confident & Curious Module 1

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    October 28, 2024 - October 30, 2024  
    Online

    Module 1: The Image of the Child

    It is an exciting time in the N.S. early childhood field! Our new curriculum framework is here, ready to be used in ECE settings around the province. Are you familiar with it, and the many ways in which it might be used? This module - Using Your Image of the Child in Your Daily Practice - will uncover the possibilities for using the first part of the Framework, and the "whys" of being able to use your Image of the Child in practical ways. Join us for this interactive session that will be the foundation for the rest of the Framework.

    **this is a 2 evening online session, you must attend both in order to receive a certificate**

    October 28th 6:30 PM-8:30PM

    October 30th 6:30PM-8:30PM

    Facilitators: Jane MacKenzie & LeaAnne Joudrie

    To register click this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nscc-cumberland-capable-confident-curious-module-1-tickets-1037954629237?aff=oddtdtcreator

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