Concordia University to Host Early Childhood Conference

Early childhood specialists and teachers are invited to gather for “The Young Child’s Way” Early Childhood Conference on June 15th at Concordia University, Nebraska. The conference is open to the public, and registration is open until the date of the event.

Dr. Ann Meeker, author and musician, will deliver a keynote address titled “Developing Language and Literacy the Young Child’s Way Through Music and Play” during the conference. Meeker is a music therapy consultant. She focuses on helping educators learn how to playfully embed music in the lives of young children to support communication, self-regulation and social connection. She is the author of the “Baby Sing and Sign” book series and her CDs earned National Association for Parenting Publications (NAPPA) and Parents’ Choice Awards.

The conference will also feature Rev. Terence Groth, who teaches New Testament, doctrine and ethics at Concordia University, Nebraska. Groth, who will speak at the luncheon, has a love for music and poetry.

In addition to keynote speakers, the conference includes a Scholastic Book Fair and two breakout sessions with a variety of topics available, including faith development, social/emotional development, music, art, literacy and leadership.

The conference cost is $55 after June 1 and an additional $13 for those who plan on attending the luncheon. Housing will be available also. For a complete list of sectional topics, to register online, or to access a printable registration form for the event, visit cune.edu/ecc.

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