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| Directors' Network News and Notes
Summer 2010 |
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Greetings!
It is funny to think back to the conversations about the cold we had during the blizzard on sultry days like today, isn't it?
The new survey component of News and Notes was a HUGE success! Thank you to everyone who responded. We are so impressed with the caliber of this group. Based on your enthusiasm, the survey stays. We'll pose a Director's Challenge each issue and then share a tip and trends with the whole group.
Thank you, Jane Banister (Director at Hoya Kids), for using the Director's Network News and Notes as a way to invite you and your staff to share excellent training her staff at a huge discount. Learn more in the Out and About section below.
That is exactly why we have the network - so all directors and administrators in the region can share, connect and support each other.
Please continue to let us know how this network can serve you best. Thank you for the work you do,
Amy and Candace
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| Career Opportunities for Directors and Administrators
Of course, we hope you love your job. It can be inspiring to consider the opportunities are available to smart, capable leaders in our region...
In Maryland...
MCCA (Park Street location)
Director
In Virginia
Pender United Methodist Church Preschool (Fairfax)
In Washington, DC United Planning Organization
Director, Office of Child and Family Development Learn more |
TIP OF THE MONTH: When teachers call out...
The best advice I have for other or new directors about what to do when a teacher (or several) calls out is...
"We have teachers call their team after they speak to an administrator. This keeps them accountable to each other. For those teachers that show up and work the extra hours, be sure and notice and tell them you appreciate them!"
TRENDS IN THE NETWORK: When teachers call out...
- You use your floaters/regular staff.
- You maintain an active substitute list.
- You shift adults, not children, because you agree that would be less developmentally appropriate.
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Out and About
Staying up-to-date and inspired...
Teaching Strategies GOLD Assessment System training
Directors' Network Jane Banister, Director of Hoya Kids Learning Center at Georgetown University, invites you and your staff to a wonderful two day training. The training on July 15th and 16th at Georgetown is available to you for less than half of what it would cost to take the same training at Teaching Strategies' Bethesda office.
Contact Jane (Email Janeor call her - 202-687-7667) to register or learn more!
Washington, DC
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Lunch and Learn 2010-2011 Series
Please join your peers for a series developed just for Directors and Program Administrators.
FALL - Developing Staff: Building Your Team
WINTER - Bookkeeping and Budgeting
SPRING - Organizing the Directors' Office
SUMMER - Biting in the Center: The Role of the Director
12:30-2 pm
Developing Staff: Building Your Team
Support and inspire your staff so that they can form strong, supportive teams in classrooms, with families and throughout your center. You'll leave with concrete ideas that you can implement immediately.
January 12, 2011
12:30-2 pm
Bookkeeping and Budgeting for Directors and Program Administrators
The children keep us motivated but our finances keep the center doors open! Our special guest speaker is both a CPA and the owner of two child development centers in Northern Virginia. She knows who we are, how our industry operates and exactly what we need to know to keep our books in good order.
March 16, 2011
12:30-2 pm
Organizing the Director's Office: Tips to Save Time and Reduce Stress
Our speaker has over 20 years experience as a leader in education and is a certified, professional organizer. She'll offer creative and practical ideas to help organize your desk, files and office. You'll leave feeling inspired and empowered!
Register now - space is limited
June 15, 2011
12:30-2 pm
Biting in the Center: The Role of the Director
We regularly train teachers and talk to parents about responding appropriately to biting in early childhood classrooms. There is a critical role that the Director can and should play in individual incidents and systemically. Learn how to be the most appropriate, supportive and effective when dealing with this sensitive, timeless issue.
This series is offered as a courtesy to our Directors' Network, directors and program administrators in the DC/VA/MD region, at no cost to you. |
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News You Can Use
Get your children, teachers and families talking about tobacco and second hand smoke!
The American Academy of Pediatrics ( AAP) invites children to enter its art contest with a chance to win a trip to San Francisco. The contest is open to children as young as 3. Theme: "Protecting the World's Children from Tobacco and Secondhand Smoke"
Imagine the all the learning opportunities that might emerge if you organized participation at your center! Deadline: July 30, 2010
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