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Join Ohio AEYC and Lisa Murphy for an unforgettable day!
A fantabulous day designed for early childhood professionals working with infant-toddlers, preschool, and school-age children in all settings!
Friday, October 4th | Columbus (Powell), OH
Location:
Bridgewater Conference Center
10561 Sawmill Pkwy
Powell, OH 43065
Earn Up to 6 hours of Ohio Approved Credit!*
Proudly Sponsored By
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Lisa Murphy
The Creator and CEO of Ooey Gooey®, Inc
Lisa Murphy, known as "The Ooey Gooey Lady®," is a renowned early childhood education expert, author, and speaker. Her philosophy centers on promoting hands-on, play-based learning experiences for young children. Murphy's approach is characterized by its emphasis on the importance of sensory-rich, engaging, and child-centered activities that foster creativity, curiosity, and developmental growth.
Lisa's presentations are interactive, fun, and packed with practical ideas that can be immediately implemented!
4 Key Takeaways
Reconnect with Your "Why"
Rediscover the core reason you are dedicated to providing quality care, emphasizing the lasting impact you have on children's lives.
Enhance Sensory Play
Learn practical tools and creative ideas to incorporate sensory play into your classroom, highlighting its importance in early childhood development.
Engage Through Music
Be equipped with fun finger play songs and chants to keep your children engaged and smiling, perfect for various classroom settings.
Value The Importance of Play
Explore the seven essential activities children need every day, showing how play supports learning and emphasizing its critical role in early childhood education.
Schedule:
Friday, October 4th
WHAT IF TODAY WAS THEIR ONLY DAY? (Keynote)
9:00-10:30
1.5 Ohio Approved Hours
Join us for a captivating keynote address where Lisa transports you back to her very first day of school through vivid and engaging storytelling. Experience the sights and sounds of Mary’s Nursery School, where a three-year-old Lisa decided to become a teacher. Her powerful story will inspire you to reconnect with your own "why" — the core reason you dedicate yourself to providing quality care.
Discover how one day can solidify a lifelong passion and consider this thought-provoking question: If today were a child's only day, what would they remember?
This session promises to leave you motivated and deeply reflective about the impact of your work!
Ooey Gooey® Squishy Plop! Sensory Play for Every Day!
10:30-12:00
1.5 Ohio Approved Hours
Dive into a unique, hands-on workshop that brings sensory play to life! Explore six interactive tables brimming with exciting activity ideas and discover the "wolf words" that make these activities even more impactful in the classroom.
Get ready for some serious playtime — it's not just encouraged, it's essentia! Don't miss this chance to unleash your creativity and take home practical tools to enhance your teaching.
Lunch & Q & A
12:00-1:00
10 Little Hot Dogs Fryin’ in the What?!?!
1:00-2:30
1.5 Ohio Approved Hours
Get ready to sing, clap, and have a blast in this interactive audience sing-along session! Perfect for transition time, circle time, or any time, you'll discover fingerplay songs and chants that will have you and your kids smiling and engaged. Leave your inhibitions at the door and prepare to immerse yourself in a lively musical experience.
Join us for a session that promises fun, laughter, and new songs to bring back to your classroom!
Lisa Murphy on... PLAY! The Importance of Early Experiences
2:30-4:00
1.5 Ohio Approved Hours
Join the most requested workshop by Lisa Murphy, where you'll delve into the seven essential activities children need every day, as outlined in her acclaimed book, Lisa Murphy on... PLAY. Discover how these seven foundational elements support the "house of higher learning," including reading, writing, and math.
This session addresses the critical issue faced by many early childhood educators: the pressure to focus on academics without a strong foundation of play. Lisa will demonstrate how play is the cornerstone of early learning and guide you through incorporating these vital activities into your daily routine.
Don't miss this transformative session that will revolutionize your approach to early childhood education!
Cost:
Normal Registration Rate $179
Ohio AEYC Member Discounted Registration Rate Only $79!
Non-Member Discounted Registration Rate Only $89
Not a current Ohio AEYC/NAEYC member? Become a member and save!
Includes:
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Up to 6 hours of Ohio Approved Credit/Certificate!
Lunch:
Add a boxed lunch to your registration for only $15
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Sandwich/Wrap boxed lunch
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Comes with sandwich
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Chips
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Cookie
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Drink
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BEST DEAL!
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*Ohio Approved credit is available for each session. A total of 6 hours is available.
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The new Ohio Department of Children and Youth (ODCY) incorporates programs from six other Cabinet agencies: the Departments of Job and Family Services, Health, Developmental Disabilities, Education, Mental Health and Addiction Services, and Development.
Note: Beginning July 1, 2016, professionals are no longer able to take an Ohio Approved class for PD credit more than once in a 6-year period. Trainings repeated within the six-year timeframe can be used to meet the child care licensing training requirements but will not be applied to the 20 hours of PD required for SUTQ. Updated PD certificate 8-7-18 Italic (ohio.gov)
Payment Method: Credit Card, Check and Purchase Order.
For Check or PO payment, please contact Laura Richards before registering: admin@oaeyc.org or 419-946-6693, option 6.
Payment is required regardless of attendance. Payment must be received prior to the event date. Any payment that has not been received may result in canceled registration. Ohio Approved credit will be processed within 30 days of the event.
Need to register a group or make other payment arrangements? Contact us here!
Refund Policy: Fantabulous event payments are non-refundable. Any amount due must be paid before the start of the event. If you would like to send a substitute in place of the original registrant, please email admin@oaeyc.org.
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We would like to sincerely thank our sponsor for making this event possible!
