Wednesday, February 26, 2014

NYSPEP eNews 02-26-2014

The New York State Parenting Education Partnership (NYSPEP) eNews is published bi-weekly with the exception of monthly editions in July and December. Please share with friends and colleagues. Visit our website at www.nyspep.org and click "Join NYSPEP" to sign up for the NYSPEP eNews.

To announce an event or resource, send details to nyspep@nyspep.org. Please include your name and phone number, in case we have questions. 


NYSPEP NEWS: NYSPEP Member Spotlight - Jennie Knox

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: NYSPEP Webinar - Credential Introduction; NYSPEP Webinar - Credential Orientation; PCANY - CAP Conference and Pre Conference Institute; IMHA Workshop - Sensory Development; Parenting Institute at Adelphi Workshop - Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

RESOURCES: ZTT - Parent Guides


NYSPEP Member Spotlight - Jennie Knox

Jennie Knox, MSEd., returns to the NYSPEP Steering Committee after a hiatus in 2013 to provide care for an elderly family member. She previously co-chaired the Professional Development team and presented the 2012 Strong Roots Media Literacy workshops across the state. 

To read Jennie's expanded biography with photo on our blog, please CLICK HERE


NYSPEP Webinar - PE Credential Introduction

What Is the PE Credential? Introduction & Overview

Thursday, March 27, 2014 • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Presenter: Meg Akabas, NYSPEP-CPE

Learn about the Parenting Educator Credential's history, purpose, and value in New York State. You'll find out exactly what the credential is (and isn't) and how it is awarded. Understanding this peer-driven statewide standard will assist in engaging those who are qualified by the credential. This webinar is open to anyone who wants to know more, including employers, grantees, agency leaders, program managers, supervisors, applicants, clients, and parents. NOTE: This webinar does not satisfy an applicant's prerequisite attendance at an Orientation.

For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE


NYSPEP Webinar - PE Credential Orientation

Orientation & Application Process Tier I, II & III

Wednesday, April 02, 2014 • 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Presenter: Wyn Frechette, Credential Coordinator

Parenting Education is now recognized as a specialty requiring unique skills and knowledge. Many related professions provide a component of parenting education in support of parents and families with children. Learn how the Credential recognizes achievement, supports advanced learning goals, and sets a path for advancement. Agency leaders, program managers, and supervisors who believe parenting education may be a component of their organization's services will learn to recognize the core competencies identified as essential to parenting education. Attendance at this Orientation satisfies the application prerequisite.

For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.


Prevent Child Abuse New York - CAP Conference 2014 - Register NOW!  

Ideas, Inspiration & Innovation

Monday, April 28 through Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Albany Marriott Hotel • Albany, NY

Registration is now open for Ideas, Inspiration & Innovation, the 19th annual New York State Child Abuse Prevention Conference. Highly rated workshops, quality programming, and national presenters will inspire and equip you to strengthen families, prevent child abuse, and improve outcomes for at-risk children and families. This year introduces a brand new Pre-Conference Institute on grant writing on Sunday, April 27th.  

Workshop Tracks include: Parenting Education & Support, Child Abuse Prevention Skills & Strategies, Reducing Barriers to Children's Well-Being, Family Engagement & Involvement, and Personal & Organizational Resilience.

Plenary Speakers: Janet Rosenzweig, Author of The Sex Wise Parent and VP of Research and Program at Prevent Child Abuse America; Tonier Cain, Survivor, Speaker, and Team Leader at the National Center for Trauma-Informed Care, on Healing Neen; and Joel Weintraub, Humorist & Motivational Speaker.

Documentary Screenings: Healing Neen is the inspiring story of keynote speaker Tonier Cain and her healing from child abuse. Spit’in Anger: Venom of a Fatherless Son is the story of Kenneth Braswell, a national leader in the responsible fatherhood movement. Tonier Cain and Kenneth Braswell will answer questions from the audience following each of their respective screenings.

The conference is co-presented by the New York State Children and Family Trust Fund, Office of Children and Family Services, and co-sponsored by the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children - New York (APSAC - NY).

For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE

ALL NEW! Pre-Conference Institute

Be Prepared to Win Grant Funding in 2014

Sunday, April 27, 2014 • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Albany Marriott Hotel • Albany, NY

This year introduces an all new Pre-Conference Institute: Be Prepared to Win Grant Funding in 2014.  Jana Hexter, Grants Champion, presents. This institute is for novice grant writers and those who learned by default and are seekings ways to make grant writing more effective. More information is available in the conference booklet available on the Prevent Child Abuse New York website. 

For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE


Infant Mental Health Association of New York's Captial Region - Workshop

There's No Such Thing as Just a Baby, There's a Baby & Someone

Friday, April 4, 2014 • 9:00 - 11:30 AM

SUNY Cobleskill • Cobleskill, NY

Dr. Martha Frank, licensed Occupational Therapist and Professor in the Occupational Therapy Program at Sage Graduate School of Health Sciences, will focus on the brain, sensory development, and the impact of interactions.

For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE


The Institute for Parenting at Adelphi University - Workshop

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Assessment & Treatment, Visible & Invisible Consequences

Thursday, March 6, 2014 • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Alumni House, Garden City Campus • Garden City, NY

Amy Dickson, PsyD., explains what Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is and how prenatal alcohol exposure effects the developing fetus, as well as the behavior and development of young children as expressed at different developmental stages.

For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.


Zero To Three - Free Parent Handouts

Zero To Three offers a variety of free guides and brochures, which support parents to engage in healthy child development and early learning strategies with their children.

To access this resource, please CLICK HERE


Friday, February 21, 2014

NYSPEP Member Spotlight: Jennie Knox


Jennie L. Knox, MSEd, returns to the NYSPEP Steering Committee after a hiatus during the previous year. In 2012, she left her full-time position of 10 years to provide elder care for a family member. She previously co-chaired NYSPEP's Professional Development group and presented the ‘Media Literacy’ workshops for Strong Roots trainings across the state in Fall 2012. She continues to support the work of NYSPEP, professionalism in the field, and recognition of the importance and value of Parenting Education across the spectrum of development. 

Previously, Jennie spent 15 years working in mental health services and working with individuals in families. In particular, she educated families about the mental health challenges that may impact them and how they might learn how to advocate for themselves. This helped to overcome some of the additional challenges of being an effective parent and creating a positive family environment. Jennie believes in collaboration and would consult with colleagues and families when a presenting challenge would require a 3rd party. 

Jennie was a Music major prior to entering the field of human services. She has coordinated fine arts and Christmas children’s programs through her church, in addition to working with its youth group. She currently lives with, “1 amazing husband, 3 incredibly awesome boys, and 5 cats in various stages of being in my own good graces.” She continues to provide support for an elder family member and currently works on a freelance basis.

Monday, February 10, 2014

NYSPEP eNews 02-10-2014

The New York State Parenting Education Partnership (NYSPEP) eNews is published bi-weekly with the exception of monthly editions in July and December. Please share with friends and colleagues. Visit our website at www.nyspep.org and click "Join NYSPEP" to sign up for the NYSPEP eNews.

To announce an event or resource, send details to nyspep@nyspep.org. Please include your name and phone number, in case we have questions. 


NYSPEP NEWS: NYSPEP Professional Development Team - Field Survey

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: NYSPEP Webinar - Credential Introduction; NYSPEP Webinar - Credential Orientation Tiers I, II, & III; PCANY - CAP Conference; Fatherhood Buzz - Call for Participants; University at Albany School of Social Welfare - ACEs Symposium; NRC Healthy Marriage & Families Webcast - Working with African American Families

RESOURCES: Families and Media Project Report - Families' Educational Media Use


NYSPEP Professional Development

FIELD SURVEY 2014

You, more than anyone else, recognize the training areas that you need and which matter most. NYSPEP wants to support you in providing quality support and services. We invite you to complete a quick survey to identify which practice-related training topics are important to you! Your response will help shape Strong Roots Last a Lifetime trainings this Fall. This survey is open to parenting educators and related professionals who provide support to parents or families with children. Extended deadline: Wednesday, February 19th. 

To participate in this survey, please CLICK HERE.


NYSPEP Webinar - Save The Date

PE Credential: Introduction & Overview

Thursday, March 27, 2014 • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Presenter: Meg Akabas, NYSPEP-CPE

Learn about the Parenting Educator Credential's history, purpose, and value in New York State. This webinar is open to anyone who wants to know more, including agency leaders, program managers, supervisors, applicants, and parents. NOTE: This webinar does not satisfy an applicant's prerequisite attendance at an Orientation. More information and a registration link is coming soon.

Please check the next bi-weekly eNews for updates.


NYSPEP Webinar - PE Credential Orientation

Orientation & Application Process Tier I, II & III

Wednesday, April 02, 2014 • 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Presenter: Wyn Frechette, Credential Coordinator

Parenting Education is now recognized as a specialty requiring unique skills and knowledge. Many related professions provide a component of parenting education in support of parents and families with children. Learn how the Credential recognizes achievement, supports advanced learning goals, and sets a path for advancement. Agency leaders, program managers, and supervisors who believe parenting education may be a component of their organization's services will learn to recognize the core competencies identified as essential to parenting education. Attendance at this Orientation satisfies the application prerequisite.

For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.


Prevent Child Abuse New York - Save The Date

Child Abuse Prevention Conference 2014

Monday, April 28 through Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Albany Marriott Hotel • Albany, NY

Ideas, Inspiration & Innovation, the 19th annual New York State Child Abuse Prevention Conference will inspire and equip professionals, advocates, and caregivers to strengthen families, prevent child abuse, and improve outcomes for at-risk children and families. This year’s quality programming will include nationally renowned keynote speakers, highly rated workshops, and new offerings. A documentary screening of Spit’in Anger: Venom of a Fatherless Son produced by Kenneth Braswell will also be shown.

Workshop tracks include: Parenting Education & Support, Child Abuse Prevention Skills & Strategies, Reducing Barriers to Children's Well-Being, Family Engagement & Involvement, and Personal & Organizational Resilience.

Plenary Speakers: Janet Rosenzweig, Author of The Sex Wise Parent and VP of Research and Program at Prevent Child Abuse America; Tonier Cain, Survivor, Speaker, and Team Leader at the National Center for Trauma-Informed Care, on Healing Neen; and Joel Weintraub, Humorist & Motivational Speaker.

The conference is co-presented by the New York State Children and Family Trust Fund, Office of Children and Family Services, and co-sponsored by the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children - New York (APSAC - NY). More information and registration links are coming soon.

Please check the next bi-weekly eNews for updates.


Call for Barbershops and Community Partners to Get Involved

Fatherhood Buzz: Healthy Relationships - Planning Call & Event

Planning Call TODAY: Wednesday, February 12, 2014 • 2:00 PM

National Event: Saturday, February 22, 2014  Participating Barbershops

Fatherhood Buzz 2014 will take place Saturday, February 22, 2014 with a focus on healthy relationships. This outreach effort promotes responsible fatherhood by disseminating information at one of the most trusted community resources for men: barbershops. There's still time to register and attend this week's planning call.

Planning Call Dial-in: (888) 403-8872 - Passcode: 867669

To register for this event, please CLICK HERE.


University at Albany School of Social Welfare

ACEs, Trauma & Response: Capital District Symposium

Tuesday, March 04, 2014 • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

UAlbany Downtown Campus, 135 Western Avenue, Room TBA • Albany, NY

This one-day symposium will explore the rapidly expanding science of brain development and impact of trauma on the developing brain. Speakers will illustrate emerging connections between trauma and social, psychological, and physical health across the lifespan. Advance registration for this free event is required.

For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE


National Resource Center for Healthy Marriage & Families - Webcast

Working with African American Individuals, Couples & Families

Thursday, February 20, 2014 • 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Join nationally recognized experts and practitioners to address cultural competencies, discuss strategies to improve services, and highlight free resources to support workers and their agencies in efforts to strengthen families. A question and answer session will follow facilitated dialogue.

For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.


Families and Media Project - Report

Families’ Educational Media Use in America

A survey of more than 1,500 parents of children ages 2-10 resulted in this first comprehensive analysis of parents’ experiences with the educational media their children use. The study also examines children’s reading behaviors, especially online or on electronic reading devices.

To access this report, please CLICK HERE.