Reggion-Inspired Network of MN Event

Reggio-Inspired Network of MN Sensory Table Event with Tom Bedard OCTOBER 27 – SAND, WATER AND SENSORY TABLES Time: 9 AM to Noon Tom Bedard, who does amazing work with young children, writes, “Early childhood education has been my life for over 30 years. I have taught all age groups from infants to 5-year-olds. I was a director for five years in the 1980s, but I returned to the classroom 22 years ago.” Check out Tom’s blog: http://tomsensori.blogspot.com/ and join him on Saturday, October 27th. The morning’s program will be an exploration of play possibilities at the sensory table using a framework of dimensions and elements. Participants will be working with three different variations: a horizontal set up, a vertical set up and one on an incline. Tom offers, “We will explore the types of operations that may be common to all the set ups and those that are unique to each set up. There are several questions we can consider. How do we interact or “dialogue” with the different orientations created by the different set ups? Also, what are the spaces created by each of the set ups and what invitations do they encourage high, low, and in between? What are the forms, energies and rhythms of each set up? How do these set ups help us understand space? Hopefully we can reflect on what that means for children exploring spaces. Do they do it differently? If so, how? What kind of operations do they come up with to make meaning from their explorations? How do they view space?” Location/directions: Keewaydin Recreation Center, 3030 53rd Street East, Minneapolis. For directions and information http://www.minneapolisparks.org/ – Scroll down to ‘Keewaydin’ under ‘Recreation’ LIMIT: 20 Participants Cost: $35. See registration below for payment information Registration for 2012 - 2013 Saturday Events (1)

From the Minnesota Reggio Network

http://www.mnreggio.org/?page_id=10

The Republic - Italian town’s approach to early childhood education inspiring - Columbus, Indiana

I think you will enjoy this!


The Republic - Italian town’s approach to early childhood education inspiring - Columbus, Indiana

Never too early to plan for fall

Save the Date.... Early Childhood "Conversation" at Blake On Saturday, September 22, 2012, The Blake School and the Reggio-Inspired Network of Minnesota will be partner in “Challenging Young Minds, Engaging Young Hearts: A Conversation on Early Childhood Education”, at Blake’s Highcroft (Wayzata) campus, from 9 AM – 1 PM. Details and registration will be posted in August and will also appear on Blake’s website. There will be no charge for the day, but space will be limited. To indicate your interest and to be added to the event’s mail list, contact Barry Wadsworth, Director of the Lower School, at bwadsworth@blakeschool.org or phone him at 952 988-3502 (office) or 612 310-5387 (cell).

More information for teacher growth :)

We never stop learning and growing, do we? Reggio-Inspired Network of MN May 20, 2012 12:15 pm You have subscribed to these e-mail notices about new posts to the blog. If you want to change your settings or unsubscribe please visit: http://www.mnreggio.org/?page_id=368&code=e20487b4c80c197e61054905d085b450&addr=mobrien%40hastings.k12.mn.us& Recent Blog Posts by Jeanne Vergeront Museum consultant and Reggio-inspired blogger Jeanne Vergeront’s most recent two posts (May 14th and May 1st) are worth reading. Jeanne participated as a panel member in April 28th’s “Enter, Encounter, Engage” at Hamline University. She offers insight from that experience and poses some interesting thoughts about the power of questions.

Event April 28

April 28th’s “Enter, Encounter, Engage” has offerings for children and parents, educators and community members interested in education and citizenship. Dr. Kay Cutler, recently returned from Italy, is the afternoon speaker. Here’s the link to register for all or part of the day: http://mnreggio2012.eventbrite.com/

Summer School in Italy

Second International Summer School in Italy
Check out this link to Reggio Children that provides information about the Second International Summer School taking place in Reggio Emilia and Ligonchio, Italy from June 3 – 15th.
http://www.reggiochildren.it/2012/02/2882/second-international-summer-school/?lang=en

Documentation

Documentation: Transforming our Perspective
This 15 minute video about documentation by Melissa Rivard (Documentation Specialist at Harvard University) is back on-line for viewing. It includes a conversation with leaders of Reggio Children about the role of documentation in teaching and learning.
http://vimeo.com/36323323

Good resource

If you're not already receiving this electronic newsletter, I'd suggest it :)

http://www.communityplaythings.com/resources/collage/currentcollage.html?source=WINcollage

Ted Talks...

...is an interesting website. Here's a link that was posted on a discussion board I host on LinkedIn.

http://www.ted.com/talks/sugata_mitra_the_child_driven_education.html

Interesting new study

Preschoolers can learn critical language skills from their better-prepared classmates, a new study finds.

http://earlyed.newamerica.net/blogposts/2012/what_influence_do_peers_have_on_preschoolers_language_skills-61978

Amelia Gambetti at MacDonald Montessori

Here’s a unique opportunity for all interested in Reggio Emilia. MacDonald Montessori School invites participants to its 2012 Winter Conference, “Reflections & Observations of the Reggio Emilia Approach” which involves presentations, exchanges, and classroom experiences, featuring Amelia Gambetti from Reggio Emilia, Italy. The downloadable flyer and registration form provide full information.
February 4th conference flyer/registration (1)
$125. includes continental breakfast and lunch, resource materials and a full day, 8:30 – 3:30. 10% discount for NAREA members and group discounts are available. For more information contact: macdonaldmontessori@comcast.net

Reggion Inspired Network Workshop on Clay

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November 20, 2011 10:44 am
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Clay, the next "Material Exploration" on December 3rd
Material Exploration: Clay from 9 AM to Noon on Saturday, December 3rd
Location: Nokomis Community Center
Address: 2401 E. Minnehaha Pkwy Minneapolis. For directions see www.minneapolisparks.org
Host: Sandy Burwell
Presenter: Karen Potyondy
Description: An exploration of both earth clay and paper clay with a variety of tools and materials with which to act upon the clay. Warm up exercises to become familiar with the language of clay, its consistency, temperature and malleability with all your senses. Techniques for manipulating clay – balls, coils, slabs, joining, pinch pots, etc.
Cost: $35. See registration form for payment information.
Limit: 20 participants
Registration Form for Materials Explorations (2)

Interesting article

http://www.stlbeacon.org/issues-politics/95-Education/114192-at-this-pre-school-students-set-the-curriculum-with-help-from-highly-trained-teachershttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif

Happy Thanksgiving to All!

Yoga in Early Childhood

Happy Halloween to all!

Next "Material Exploration" - Yoga for Early Childhood
November 12, 2011 10:30 – Noon
Material Exploration: Body/Movement
Program: Yoga for Early Childhood
Location: Washburn Public Library, 5244 Lyndale Ave. South, Minneapolis. Go to http://www.hclib.org/ for directions
Presenter: Milissa Link director of Tree of Life Yoga in Minneapolis, has been teaching yoga for nearly two decades. She has adapted yoga postures for toddlers through octogenarians in her private studio, as well as at corporations, schools and nonprofits. Milissa is an AMI certified Montessori Assistant and has worked in early childhood and early elementary educational environments.
Description: Yoga is a wonderful place for children to explore multiple relationships: to their own bodies, to their peers, to their community and to the planet. This workshop will provide a yoga sequence that can be adapted for children from 12 month to 6 years. Songs, mindful breathing, games and a peace walk will be interwoven with yoga postures that are appropriate for various age groups.
Benefits of yoga for children include: Large motor development, Emotional self-regulation, Social skills building, Environmental awareness
Note: Movement will be part of the session so please dress in comfortable clothing, with bare feet (socks are okay if you prefer). Yoga mats are not needed. Please leave your cell phone behind (or kindly silence it).
LIMIT: 20 Participants
Cost: $35. See registration form for payment information.

This is through the MnReggio website.

From the Star Tribune

Hope you are all enjoying this beautiful spate of weather! Mary O'

http://www.startribune.com/opinion/otherviews/130879693.html

Teacher As Researcher

A great way to explore your work is to meet with other teachers! The Reggio-Inspired Network of Minnesota provides many good opportunities to do this. Check out their schedule at http://www.mnreggio.org

Strategic Plan

Reggio-Inspired Network of Minnesota's Strategic Plan 2011-2013 is available for viewing at
http://www.mnreggio.org/?p=929

I think it's worth looking at.

A good gathering opportunity!

Kick-Off to the 2011-2012 Year...
The Monthly Gatherings for 2011-2012 begin in September. The first is a Kick-Off event on Saturday, September 24th, hosted by the University of Minnesota Child Development Center (UMCDC), formerly the U of M Child Care Center.

The morning includes: a tour of UMCDC, a slide show of Pistoia, Italy by UMCDC director, Ann Edgerton, discussion of an article on children’s environments and an overview of the 2011-2012 monthly gatherings and research focus for the year. 9 to noon – 1600 Rollins SE, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455
Reggio Emilia and Pistoia are both cities of northern Italy that have earned particular recognition for their passion and innovation. While Reggio Emilia has achieved the highest level of international recognition, Pistoia is also acknowledged as a site of important leadership and experimentation.
For directions, handbook and photos go to http://www.education.umn.edu/childcarecenter
NOTE: Attendance is limited to 22 participants: Please RSVP and obtain an article by e-mailing Sandy Burwell at melchisedech1946@yahoo.com

Interesting article

Hope all is well as you prepare for the start of another year!

http://www.slate.com/id/2288402/