EYCDC November 2023 Newsletter
NEW RESOURCES TO SUPPORT CRP
(Culturally Responsive Practice)
Introducing the new Gaelic Cultural Collection!
We are excited to unveil the first of the four cultural collections that help ECEs, students, children, and families to learn about the four historical cultures of Nova Scotia. With the input of the Gaelic community, we collected and organized books for children and adults, artifacts, music, and hands on materials that invite an exploration and highlight different aspects of our shared heritage in Nova Scotia. This collection was curated by Kenneth Mackenzie, Shay MacMullin, Eamag Dhòmhnullach, and Erin MacKinnon and funded by the Department of Gaelic Affairs. You can see all materials in our online catalogue by searching for 'Gaelic'.
The books for adults highlight stories and the culture of the Gaelic people and books for children (in both languages) provide a playful invitation to exploring the language and the popular tales and beliefs.
Each hands-on activity has an info card with historical and cultural references serving as a starting point of researching the topic further. For example, here is the part of the info card that describes a traditional Ceilidh. The materials include dress up clothes and a tea set to have your own ceilidh in a classroom. And since you will need to play some music, feel free to borrow a CD player and CDs featuring contemporary artists from Cape Breton who show their mastery of singing in Gaelic and playing a fiddle, piano, guitar, or bag pipes!
Stop by or arrange for a pick up of other materials from the collection so that children can bring to life stories about fairies, mermaids, Highland homesteads, and even a milling frolick!
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Hands-On Workshops
Have you registered for any of our free, in-person, hands-on workshops? All sessions take place on-site at the EYCDC located at 6208 Quinpool Rd. (2nd Floor) Halifax, NS.
The EYCDC’s own Olha Khaperska will be facilitating Gardening with Children on November 8th from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
And we will have Dawn Gerin facilitating Diapering and Toilet Training on November 22nd from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
To register for these sessions, or other upcoming hands-on workshops, give us a call at (902) 426-7114 ext. 233.
CRP training
We have two upcoming online sessions for Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings in January and February 2024.
The January session will be on the following schedule:
Tuesday, January 16th, 2024, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Thursday, January 18th, 2024, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Saturday, January 20th, 2024, 9:00am-1:00pm
Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Thursday, January 25th, 2024, 6:30pm-8:30pm
The February session will be on the following schedule:
Tuesday, February 13th, 2024, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Thursday, February 15th, 2024, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Saturday, February 17th, 2024, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Tuesday, February 20th, 2024, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Thursday, February 22nd, 2024, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Please remember, you must commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
To register for these sessions and view the full CRP schedule, visit https://eypdc.ca/learning/early-learning-curriculum-framework/registration/.
On-Demand PD
Did you know the EYCDC offers an on-demand, subscription-based PD platform? Memberships start at $10.35 a month and include a 30-day free trial. Each membership include access to more than 20 hours of PD content and free access to our Halifax-based Lending Library.
For more information, visit our online PD seminars page.
EYCDC Library Update
The EYCDC has books and materials for whatever you may need. That includes difficult conversations. Below are some of the recent additions to our collection. These titles just cover a snippet of our collection. If you are looking for something in particular, contact us and we’ll do our best to find you’re the appropriate materials.
From Far Away by Robert Munsch (JP MUNS)
When Dinosaurs Die: A Guide to Understanding Death by Laurie Krasney Brown (J 155.9 B)
Lunch Every Day by Kathryn Otoshi (JP OTO)
On The News: Our First Talk About Tragedy by Dr. Jillian Roberts (J 303.48 R)
NSCECE UPDATE
Upcoming Certificate and Diploma Programs at NSCECE (Nova Scotia College of Early Childhood Education) in 2024
At NSCECE, we have two programs designed to accommodate folks working in the ECE sector in Nova Scotia. If you have any questions about either of these upcoming programs, please contact Shawna, our Admissions Mentor: [email protected]
Online ECA Certificate
January 9, 2024
- 6:30pm-9:30pm, 2-3 evenings/week
- Delivered online
- Two guided workplace experiences
- Graduate with ECA Certificate (Eligible for Level 1 classification)
- Level 1 staff are eligible for QIG funding wage contribution
- Move staff to wage scale and start at $19.67/hour
- Monthly payment plans available
- Student loan eligible
ECE Hybrid Diploma
March 26, 2024
- 26 months to complete
- 6:30 pm-9:30 pm 1-2 evenings/week of live online classes
- Upon graduation eligible for a Level 2 classification
- Apply for your level 1 classification one year into the program
- Four full-day practicum placements
- 50% asynchronous (self-study, recorded lectures)
- 50% delivered online
- Workplace practicum available for those employed in licensed childcare
- Student loan eligible
- Eligible for Continuous Education Reimbursement Funding
