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Donna Cimmerer, assistant teacher in our Early Childcare Program, is the most recent recipient of the St. David's Light of Inspiration Award - recognizing staff members who embody the spirit of St. David's by demonstrating a commitment to building relationships and supporting the success of their clients or coworkers. |
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Comcast volunteers generously donated their time and supplies to paint St. David's therapy wing, office space and teachers' lounge - brightening up these spaces for clients and staff.
Many thanks to Comcast and all of our volunteers for demonstrating how even simple projects can make a big impact. | |
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St. David's Child Development & Family Services
E-Newsletter August 2008 |
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Introducing Autism Support Services
 As of July 1, families with Medica insurance can be referred to St. David's Autism Support Services program, where a team of case coordinators will create an individualized care plan for each child. |
Art Gone Wild
Join us for a FREE art and nature adventure and save Saturday, September 27 for St. David's third annual Fall Festival. Once again, this year's event will feature art, science and critters of all kinds, along with some exciting new performances and activities!
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Hot Clubs in the Summertime
The Early Childhood Program offers Summer Clubs to enhance the existing classroom curriculum including Art, Literature & Imagination, Music & Movement, Science & Nature, and Sports & Games.
In Art Camp, the children made beautiful wooden sculptures using buttons, bows, glue, and of course, wood! Some creations stood high resembling mighty towers, others were delicately detailed with pink and purple adornments - but every sculpture was crafted with imagination and creativity.
The Science & Nature Camp discovered lots of "zero-legged" creatures living near Minnehaha Creek, including a few species of snails, dragonfly nymphs, leeches, a freshwater mussel, crayfish and other aquatic insects. They also spotted a beautiful painted turtle coming back to the creek after laying her eggs nearby.
There are many more adventures to be had in Summer Clubs before the new school year begins in just a few weeks! |
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'Emotionally Responsive' Workshop Draws Hundreds
On August 4, St. David's hosted a workshop on "Emotionally Responsive Practice in the Classroom" for over 300 childhood educators, social workers and therapists.
Conducted by nationally-known children's mental health expert, Lesley Koplow, MS, ACSW, the workshop provided insight on finding common ground between education and mental health, understanding attachment and emotional development to guide classroom curriculum and the healing role of teachers.
Many found the workshop informative and inspiring. One attendee commented, "It was well worth a summer morning...terrific presentation."
This workshop was supported by the Mandy Overton Endowment and held in partnership with the University of Minnesota's Center for Early Education & Development and Washburn Center for Children.
Visit our interactive calendar to find out what else is happening at St. David's. |
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Save the Date St. David's 21st Annual Gala will be held Saturday, March 14, 2009, at the beautiful Sofitel Hotel in Bloomington. All proceeds will benefit St. David's mission to nurture the development of every child and family. Mark your calendar today! | |
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