July 2007, Spring Valley, New York.

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Sunbridge College and the Association for a Healing Education are sponsoring a conference in Chestnut ridge, New York at Sunbridge College from July 9th to the 13th.  Attendees will join the students in the remedial program to learn about strategies in the classroom for the diverse learner. These include: developmental movement activities, child observation, an introduction to Extra Lesson and exercises for the classroom, early childhood screening, emergency procedures, an overview of neurological and child development and discussion on child study and care groups.  This will be a very active week with opportunities for practical experience for teachers who wish to understand the child of today.

The main presenter is Dr. Linda Williams, an experienced class teacher and speaker who is now teaching at Eastern Michigan University, who will discuss "Literacies for the Future". The topic will include how we can help children move from the information age to the new thinking required for this century.  There will also be a workshop on Chirophonetics with Sir Balazs and various workshops on language arts.

The Toronto Waldorf School and the Association for a Healing Education are sponsoring a three year part-time program for teachers. The sessions will be located at the school and will feature local and international master teachers.  for further information, contact Todd Royer at the Toronto Waldorf School.

A conference sponsored by the Association for a Healing Education and Sunbridge College

Date:   November 2, 2007   

Time:    6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Led by Dr.Linda Williams

Children today, as well as their teachers and caregivers, are meeting a world that is changing from an information age to new times that require flexibility,skill, and creativity.  Drawing from the skills necessary for literacy, we find themes that guide us to seeing and working in a future that balances self-reliance with teamwork. Themes of the conference address nurturing whole brain development as a preparation for an emerging era that will require conceptualization and creativity. Participants will explore activities that help us shift our current perspective of the learning process and provide tools for story-based learning.

Workshop titles include: Rhythm and Language, The Diverse Learner, Sound Therapy, and Whole Brain Gym.

Dr. Williams holds a doctorate in Teacher Education from Michigan State University, with a specialization in literacy studies. Currently an Assistant Professor in the Reading Program at Eastern Michigan University, Dr. Williams brings as many stories, songs, and movement exercises as she can to her mainstream teacher education students.

Registration Fee:  $75

Contact Mary Jo Oresti at:  mjoresti@aol.com