“Empower
Children with TRUE Readiness”
Denita
Dinger with Listen to the Children
April 22nd, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM (PST)
In this eye-opening and IMPORTANT presentation, participants will clearly
see the errors in the current “Kindergarten Readiness” mindset. The skills that
hold the most value for children are not the skills most kindergarten assessment
tools measure. Sadly, in the rush to force children to gain the skills
erroneously needed to “check the boxes”, adults remove authentic opportunities
that truly get bodies and brains “ready”. This training has it all: the personal
stories, the erroneous expectations, the data, the inspiring advocacy and most
importantly: WHAT WE CAN DO!! Along with the descriptions of “TRUE readiness”
are tips as to what adults need to STOP doing in order for those vital skills to
develop. All will leave empowered to stand up and be the voice children need
them to be and be able to articulate to parents and others on what true
readiness is.
1 STAR hour CC: Professional Development and Leadership