WHSA 2025 Annual Conference: Full Schedule

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8:30am CST

Using Early Literacy to Support Young Children with IEPs.

Wednesday February 26, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CST

Have you ever wondered how to address your Early Childhood special education students' unique early literacy skills? If so, this session is for you! Come join us and take part in this interactive learning session where you will learn some evidence-based teaching strategies designed to meet your students’ unique early literacy needs. This session will also introduce you to a variety of adaptations you can easily make and activities you can plan to increase participation and engagement.

Speakers

Cindy Prendergast

EL-TAI Specialist, CESA 1

Cindy Prendergast has a bachelor's degree in early childhood/early childhood special education and a master's degree in curriculum and leadership. She has been in the field of early education throughout her career, and is passionate about play-based learning, inclusion, and social... Read More →

Sandy Miller

EL-TAI Specialist, CESA 6

Sandy is a former EC:SE, EBD, 4K, and Title One preschool teacher who is passionate about inclusive education opportunities. Sandy is currently a statewide Early Learning Technical Assistance and Implementation Specialist as well as a Pyramid Model trainer. She holds a master’s... Read More →

Wednesday February 26, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CST
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