NYSPEP eNews 11-20-2014

Visit our website at www.nyspep.org and click "Subscribe eNews / 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.

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NYSPEP Mini-Grants

2014 Awards Postponed

Recipients of NYSPEP's 2014 Mini-Grants to increase access to parenting programs will be announced by December 1st. We had expected to make awards by November 20th, but the selection has been delayed. We want to be sure to give sufficient consideration to the many fine and thoughtful proposals we received. We look forward to announcing the 2014 awardees in our next eNews.

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NYSPEP Parenting Educator Credential - Orientation Webinars

PE Credential Orientation: Tiers I, II, III, & IV

Attention Spring 2015 Applicants: Please choose ONE of the following

Thursday, November 20th • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Thursday, December 11th • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Last Chance → Tuesday, January 13, 2015 • 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Orientation is a pre-requisite for the application process, which takes place twice annually. Jennie Knox, Credential Coordinator, and Judy Wolf, Credential Workgroup Co-chair, present. Learn about the Tier system, core competencies, application process, portfolio requirements, 2015 submission cycles, and fees. A brief Q&A session will follow. Questions? Please email the Credential Coordinator at: credential@nyspep.org.
To register for Thursday, November 20th • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, please CLICK HERE.
To register for Thursday, December 11th • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, please CLICK HERE.
To register for Tuesday, January 13th • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, please CLICK HERE.

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PCANY Child Abuse Prevention Conference 2015

Call For Workshop Proposals

Submission Deadline: Friday, December 12th

Prevent Child Abuse New York is accepting workshop proposals for its annual NYS Child Abuse Prevention Conference to be held April 13-15, 2015 at the Albany Marriott. Preference will go towards highly interactive workshops, which include strategies to engage the audience and impart new skills that participants can use immediately in their jobs, homes, and communities. Workshop tracks include Parenting Education & Support and Family Engagement & Involvement.
For more information and to submit your proposal, please CLICK HERE.
Questions? Please contact Jennifer Matrazzo at jmatrazzo@preventchildabuseny.org.

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Cornell Cooperative Ext. Tioga Co. - First Friday Workshop

Parents Supporting Early Literacy

Friday, December 5th • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Cornell Cooperative Extension, Tioga • Binghamton, NY (?)

Parenting practices and behaviors are predictors of children’s readiness and success in school. Learn how parenting educators can help parents nurture early literacy and school readiness. Questions? Please contact Judy Wolf at jrw19@cornell.edu.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.

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CSSP and CDC Webinar

Strengthening Families and Essentials for Childhood

Friday, November 21st •  2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Learn about the relationship between the Center for the Study of Social Policy’s (CSSP) Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Essentials for Childhood framework. This webinar will compare similarities and differences, and how these frameworks can mutually support each other.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.

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Parenting Journey

5-Day Facilitator Training

Monday - Friday • December 15th - 19th

Parenting Journey New York Office, New York City

Participants will learn how to use the experiential curriculum to run Parenting Journey groups. Using an evidence-informed curriculum, the Parenting Journey builds competencies in parents that are aligned with the Strengthening Families Protective Factor Framework. Questions? Please contact Pedro Gutierrez at (212) 430-5909 or pgutierrez@parentingjourney.org.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.

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Friends National Resource Center - Online Course

Qualitative Data in Program Evaluation

This 24/7 online course explores the effectiveness of a fictional program. Learn how qualitative methods can enhance evaluation efforts, how to get started, and ways to collect, analyze and share qualitative data. First time users will need to register for a free account and may access other courses.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.

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Annie E. Casey Foundation - Kids Count Policy Report 

Creating Opportunities For Families

Lack of reliable child care or dependable transportation can translate to less income or even a lost job. This report details the statistical realities families face and offers recommendations for creating opportunities.
To download the report (.pdf), please CLICK HERE.

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Zero To Three - Screen Sense Webpage

Screen Use Guidelines For Children Under 3

Guidance for parents concerning screen time is often based on ideology, not science. Zero To Three provides an authoritative review concerning the effect of screen media on a young child’s development and provides guidelines for screen use based on the evidence. Free downloads include the white paper, key findings, tips for using screen media with young children, and debunking 5 myths.
To access the Screen Sense webpage, please CLICK HERE.

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NYSPEP eNews 11-05-2014

Visit our website at www.nyspep.org and click "Subscribe eNews / 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.

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NYSPEP Announcement

New NYSPEP Office

NYSPEP and Prevent Child Abuse New York are in the process of moving! Our phone, fax, and mailing address will all remain the same. To visit the NYSPEP office, please use the door directly across the hall from our former office space. From this entrance, NYSPEP is located first door on the right.
To visit PCANY, please take a right off the elevator, go through the glass doors, and enter through the first door on the right. From here, NYSPEP is situated around the corner, last door on the left. To ensure someone is available to meet with you, please call (518) 445-1273 to schedule a visit. We look forward to seeing you!

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NYSPEP Member Spotlight

Rebekah M. Widrick

Rebekah is the Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems Project Coordinator at the New York State Council on Children and Families. As one of the newest members of NYSPEP's Executive Committee, she also serves as co-chair for NYSPEP's New Parent Kit Workgroup.
To read Rebekah's full biography with photo on the NYSPEP blog, please CLICK HERE.

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Recognizing Community Cafe Parent Leaders

Kara Georgi and Katie McIntyre

Kara Georgi and Katie McIntyre, Parent Leaders for the Community Cafes in Auburn, NY, are working with NYSPEP to facilitate additional Community Cafes within New York state. Recently, the National Alliance of Children's Trust & Prevention Funds accepted the nominations of Kara and Katie to the Alliance's National Parent Partnership Council (ANPPC). Katie and Kara will represent New York at the ANPPC, which holds it's annual face-to-face meeting November 11th through 14th. NYSPEP congratulates Katie and Kara on their efforts to strengthen families across New York state!
For more information about Community Cafes, please CLICK HERE.
To visit the Auburn Community Cafe Facebook page, please CLICK HERE.

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NYSPEP Strong Roots Last a Lifetime Training Institute

Early Literacy Planting Seeds: Sowing for Success

NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT

Due to circumstances beyond our control, this institute scheduled for November 6th in Rochester has been postponed until further notice. Updates will be announced in the NYSPEP eNews, on our event Calendar, and at www.nyspep.org/early-literacy when we reschedule.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

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NYSPEP Strong Roots Last a Lifetime Training Institutes

2014 Vicarious Trauma Institute - Register by 11/09

Doors Open at 9:30 AM - Welcome & Plenary: 10:00 AM - Adjournment: 4:00 PM

Monday, November 17th • Burke Rehabilitation Center • White Plains

Lorraine McMullin explains what Vicarious Trauma is, how it can impact your work, and how you can protect yourself from this condition. Choose one of the following afternoon workshops: Compassion Fatigue presented by Meg Akabas or Reflective Practice presented by Donna Morrison. Registration fee: $50 per person. Lunch is included.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.

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NYSPEP Parenting Educator Credential - Orientation Webinars

PE Credential Orientation: Tiers I, II, III, & IV

Attention 2015 Applicants: Please choose ONE of the following

Thursday, November 20th • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Thursday, December 11th • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Orientation is a pre-requisite for the application process. Jennie Knox, Credential Coordinator, and Judy Wolf, Credential Workgroup Co-chair, present. Learn about the Tier system, core competencies, application process, portfolio requirements, 2015 submission cycles, and fees. A brief Q&A session will follow. Questions? Please email the Credential Coordinator at: credential@nyspep.org.
To register for Thursday, November 20th • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, please CLICK HERE.
To register for Thursday, December 11th • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, please CLICK HERE.

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CCE, Tioga County: First Friday for Parenting Educators

Talking With Parents About Teen Relationships

Friday, November 7th • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Cornell Cooperative Extension, Tioga County • Owego, NY

Sarah DiNunzio from A New Hope Center will share tools that parenting educators can use with parents of teens when talking about healthy teen relationships. If you plan to attend, please contact Judy Wolf at jrw19@cornell.edu or (607) 687-4020 ext. 305.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.

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National Alliance on Mental Illness - 3-Day Conference

United We Stand: Shaping Our Future

Friday, November 14th - Sunday, November 15th

Desmond Hotel and Conference Center • Albany, NY

A focus tract on Mental Health Issues In Children and Adolescents includes: An Overview of Mental Health Issues Impacting Children and Adolescents with Dr. Jeff Daly, Four Winds Hospital; Resources for Parents and Schools with Dr. Matthew Perkins, NYS Office of Mental Health, and NAMI Programs to Educate and Support School Staff and Parents With Children With Mental Illness featuring NAMI Basics, Parents and Teachers as Allies, and Breaking the Silence.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.

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National Parenting Educators Network NPEN - Resource

Research Updates for Professionals

The Center for Parenting at University of Tennessee posts several updates each semester on the NPEN website. NYSPEP is proud to be an Organizational Member of NPEN, which provides many valuable resources for Parenting Educators.
To access the list of NPEN resources, please CLICK HERE.
To learn more about NPEN membership, please CLICK HERE.

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AARP - Parenting Resource

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

The American Association of Retired Persons offers an online resource for grandparents who are serving as primary caregivers for their grandchildren. Grandparents face unique challenges such as the financial burden of raising a child while retired and establishing a legal relationship for school enrollment and medical care.
To access this resource, please CLICK HERE.

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Cornell University - BCTR Research Study

Parent Participants Wanted For Survey Study

Cornell University’s Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research is seeking parents of children ages 15-24 with no known developmental, genetic, or mental health issues AND parents of children ages 15-24 with a history of non-suicidal self-injury within the past year. Study goals are to better understand parent experiences and develop programs to support parents. The survey takes about 25 minutes.
Questions? Please contact principal investigator Janis Whitlock at jlw43@cornell.edu.
Eligible parents who wish to participate in this study, please CLICK HERE.

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