tion a c u d E d o o h d il h C WCCC Early r Program Newslette Volume 3, Edition5 November 16, 2011
Westmoreland County Community College
Got ECE News? Email Vicki at hricikv@my.wccc.edu
The mission of this newsletter is to keep all ECE students informed of ECE Club activities, volunteer events in the community, ECE professional development opportunities, and anything related to the ECE field.
Inside this issue: Literacy Conference
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New ECE Course
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Support Project—WCCC Campus Children’s Center
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Charity Bingo
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Action for Animals
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Mentoring Program Become a member of PAEYC
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Early Childhood Education Program Beth Hoden Office Phone: 724-925-4013 Email: hodenb@wccc.edu
Nancy Rustic Office Phone: 724-925-4035 Email: rusticn@wccc.edu
ECE Support Vicki Hricik Office Phone: 724-925-4013 Email: hricikv@my.wccc.edu
Hope to see you there!
New ECE Course To Begin Spring 2012 The Early Childhood Education Program is pleased to announce a new three college credit course is being offered. The course code and title is ECE 181, “Achieving Early Learning Standards Through Play.” This course is open to all interested students. Course Description: Leading scholars in early childhood education have all recognized that play is the basis of good early childhood pedagogy and practice. Moreover, play is THE fundamental cornerstone for children’s development. In recent years, early learning standards have been developed, identifying what children need to know and be able to do. Standards are the ends of ECE; the means or process to meet these standards is play. This course is designed to provide comprehensive investigation of how we maintain fidelity to all domains of development and play and still meet the early standards for all children ages 3 to 8 years. Site visits are required. Instructor Bio: Dr. Ernie Dettore is currently a Professor of Early Childhood Education at the University of Pittsburgh, a Consultant to numerous early childhood programs, a Play Expert with the Early Head Start program, an Advocate for issues relating to children, a Teacher Mentor, and Founder of the P.L.A.Y Academy. He has 17 years experience in higher education, teaching at Edinboro University, Duquesne University and Westmoreland County Community College. While at Duquesne, Dr. Dettore designed the undergraduate and graduate Early Childhood Programs and served as the Director of Early Childhood Education. He earned a Doctorate in Education in Instruction and Learning from Pitt in 1993. In February 2007, he co-edited a book titled “To Play or Not to Play: Is It Really a Question.” The course will meet every Tuesday from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. The dates are as follows: January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 6, 13, 20, April 3, 10, 17, 24 and May 1. Some of the topics covered in the course include:
Approaches to Learning through Play Constructing: Organizing & Applying Knowledge
Scientific Thinking & Technology : Exploring, Inquiry & Discovery
Language and Literacy Development: Early Literacy Foundations: Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening
Facilitating Children’s Play.
To register, call the WCCC registration center at 1-800262-2103, ext. 4204. Please give the course code ECE 181, Achieving Early Learning Standards Through Play.
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Please support the WCCC Campus Children’s Center’s holiday project by donating hats, scarves, gloves or mittens beginning Monday, November 14, 2011 HEY! Did you know there’s an Art Gallery in the entrance to Science Hall? Stop by to see this semester’s Student Show!
Love, A R T Club
Charity Bingo
Sunday, December 4, 2011 Youngwood Fire Hall Benefits the New Stanton’s Eat’N Park “Caring for Kids” Campaign $15 tickets sold at New Stanton Eat’N Park *Includes Food and Door Prizes
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Volunteers Needed at Action for Animals Please Help Action For Animals Humane Society There are many volunteer opportunities at Action For Animals.
Cat Socializing in the state of the art open air cageless Tigre pavilion.
Dog Socializing in the private visitation rooms, beautiful Blessed’s park or outdoor covered play yards.
Daily help is always welcome for animal care and cleaning, landscaping, office help, laundry, dishes, and more.
Work at Fundraising events and rabies Clinics, sell raffle tickets throughout the year, post event flyers, and promote the shelter and animals.
For more information on becoming a volunteer, email Action for Animals at afahsboard@aol.com. Rabies Clinic Tuesday, November 22, 2011 – 5PM to 7PM at AFA Shelter Rabies Shots: $9 donation per pet 1 year vaccination unless proof of prior rabies shot DHLPP, BORDETELLA and FVRCP Shots also available for $15 donation each per pet - Dogs on leashes and Cats in carriers
Black Friday "Week" Friday, November 25, 2011 – Friday, December 2, 2011 Bypass the crowded stores and "buy" a gift that will give you everlasting love - a shelter animal! For one week only, Adoption Fees for all pets 1 year old and up are 50% off. We have many wonderful animals wishing for a forever home this holiday season.
Zumbathon Saturday, December 10, 2011 – 12PM to 2PM at Westmoreland Athletic Club Limited number of spots available for this fun way to keep fit and raise funds for the shelter (all proceeds benefit AFA)! $20 donation - all participants will receive a healthy snack, an AFA gift bag filled with goodies and chances to win great door prizes.
2012 January Calendar Ticket January 2012 – Winning Number from 7PM PA 3 Digit Daily Lottery AFA's popular Calendar Tickets are available for $5 each with 31 chances to win ($50 on weekdays, $100 on weekends, $500 on the 15th). If interested in buying or selling, contact Laura at 724-850-8802 or laura.guskiewicz@comcast.net. These sell out quickly, so be sure to get yours today. Great stocking-stuffer idea!
2012 Lottery Calendar Ticket Jan. - Dec. 2012 – Winning Number from 7PM PA 3 Digit Daily Lottery The AFA's 2012 Lottery Calendar Ticket features 62 chances to win - $100 Every Saturday and $500 on 10 Holidays throughout the entire year! Only $20 per Ticket - Proceeds benefit Action For Animals Humane Society. Makes a great Holiday
Gift!
TRiO/SSS Mentoring Program at WCCC What is a mentor? A mentor is someone who supports and guides another individual’s development. Mentors are viewed as wise, experienced and helpful. According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a mentor is “a trusted counselor or guide”.
What are the requirements to become a peer mentor? Peer mentor requirements ~ Sophomore status (at least 24 credits completed) ~ Minimum QPA of 2.75 ~ At least one recommendation from faculty/staff/counselor/librarian ~ Interest in serving as a mentor ~ Commitment to make regular contact with your assigned mentee(s) ~ Attend a brief orientation session prior to beginning the mentoring experience
BENEFITS OF BEING A MENTOR Resume booster Form lasting, meaningful relationships with others Personal satisfaction of knowing you make a difference in the lives of others Portfolio enhancement Become an active participant in the WCCC community
For more information or to obtain an application, contact a TRiO/SSS counselor today by calling 724-925-4121 or e-mail harrisonm@wccc.edu with the word MENTORING in the subject line.
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Become a Member of PAEYC The Pittsburgh Association for the Education of Young Children (PAEYC) is the professional membership organization for those involved with the early care an education of young children. Doctors, lawyers, and other professionals have membership associations which provide a unified voice on behalf of their members. In the same way, PAEYC serves as a community resource, and advocate for quality, and a voice for those in the profession of early care and education. PAEYC currently serves over 1000 members and is governed by an elected board. Members and those interested are encouraged to serve on a committee and take an active role in PAEYC programs including Membership Services, Advocacy & Public Policy, and Professional Development.
Benefits of Membership Become a Member!
Membership in national, state, and local affiliates 6 issues of Young Children, NAEYC's journal Exclusive access to PAEYC Newsletters Reduced rates to PAEYC and NAEYC conferences Career advising services Meets STARS 3 Requirements Borrowing privileges with PAEYC's early childhood resource library Voting rights and eligibility to hold office in PAEYC, Penn AEYC, and NAEYC Opportunity to participate in insurance plans offered through NAEYC
Professional Development Opportunities To earn Pennsylvania DPW hours as required, check out the PA Keys website, www.pakeys.org, for professional development opportunities. Westmoreland County Community College sponsors affordable ECE workshops made possible through Southwest Regional Key funding. Scheduled workshops at WCCC - Fayette County Education Center in Uniontown and WCCC Youngwood Campus are already posted. Please email Vicki Hricik for more information, hricikv@my.wccc.edu.
----------------If you have any ECE news and volunteer opportunities that you would like to share, please email Vicki at hricikv@my.wccc.edu.
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